Feed MRSS-S oceano_pacifico_a, en.as.com en https://en.as.com Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:31:57 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/why-do-tsunamis-happen-in-the-pacific-ocean-f202604-n/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:31:57 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/why-do-tsunamis-happen-in-the-pacific-ocean-f202604-n/ Greg Heilman Tsunamis can be incredibly destructive as a wave of water surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland, so what causes them? Tsunamis can be incredibly destructive as a wave of water surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland, so what causes them? Tsunami Terremotos Océano Pacífico Desastres naturales Why do tsunamis happen in the Pacific Ocean? Tsunamis can be incredibly destructive as a wave of water surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland, so what causes them? Tsunamis can be incredibly destructive as a wave of water surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland, so what causes them? <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/MEQGWV6JAZGODPY5RMKLBREVRM.jpg?auth=8ca52068db703fd6e1e65a40dcc333352947e467760b99a24e6ed44679bc89a9" width="1201" height="801" alt="Tsunamis can be incredibly destructive as a wave of water surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland, so what causes them?"></img><p>Tsunamis, a massive wave surge, happen <b>whenever a large amount of water is displaced,</b> whether by something falling into the ocean or the land underneath being displaced. Tsunamis happen around the globe, but they occur most frequently around the Pacific and Indonesia.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/why-do-tsunamis-happen-in-the-pacific-ocean-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/japan-is-preparing-a-new-frigate-model-to-compete-with-china-and-russia-f202512-n/ Sat, 27 Dec 2025 17:29:53 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/japan-is-preparing-a-new-frigate-model-to-compete-with-china-and-russia-f202512-n/ Marta Tejedor,Andy Hall Japan plans to put into service 12 new compact, missile-equipped Mogami‑class warships as a deterrence against China and Russia. Japan plans to put into service 12 new compact, missile-equipped Mogami‑class warships as a deterrence against China and Russia. Armada Japón Guerra Armas de fuego Océano Pacífico Buques guerra MHI Japan is preparing a new frigate model to compete with China and Russia Japan plans to put into service 12 new compact, missile-equipped Mogami‑class warships as a deterrence against China and Russia. Japan plans to put into service 12 new compact, missile-equipped Mogami‑class warships as a deterrence against China and Russia. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/A2QGNOE63BFB7OEHADOEG36NJI.jpg?auth=bcbedfc5fe106de968e4d467f42452a4b735b775444d75277bb843c7381ce20f" width="1920" height="1080" alt="Japan plans to put into service 12 new compact, missile-equipped Mogami‑class warships as a deterrence against China and Russia."></img><p><b>Japan’s newest multi‑mission frigate</b>, built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, <b>is officially joining the Japan Maritime Self‑Defense Force </b>(JMSDF). </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/japan-is-preparing-a-new-frigate-model-to-compete-with-china-and-russia-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/scientists-alarmed-by-dramatic-changes-in-the-ocean-near-japan-i-dont-even-know-if-surprised-is-the-right-word-f202512-n/ Sat, 27 Dec 2025 07:57:41 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/scientists-alarmed-by-dramatic-changes-in-the-ocean-near-japan-i-dont-even-know-if-surprised-is-the-right-word-f202512-n/ Almudena García Felipe Warming seas and shifting currents are disrupting fisheries, ecosystems and centuries-old food traditions across Japan’s coastline. Warming seas and shifting currents are disrupting fisheries, ecosystems and centuries-old food traditions across Japan’s coastline. Japón Océano Pacífico Océanos y mares Cambio climático Pesca Getty Images Scientists alarmed by dramatic changes in the ocean near Japan: “I don’t even know if ‘surprised’ is the right word” Warming seas and shifting currents are disrupting fisheries, ecosystems and centuries-old food traditions across Japan’s coastline. Warming seas and shifting currents are disrupting fisheries, ecosystems and centuries-old food traditions across Japan’s coastline. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/BWAUWKZ5T5GF7CN35WPYXC2OHY.png?auth=de49d3de74153f92fd73912219029371bac899481f15657b5de73321ec55becd" width="1438" height="724" alt="Warming seas and shifting currents are disrupting fisheries, ecosystems and centuries-old food traditions across Japan’s coastline."></img><p><b>Rising sea levels and unusual shifts in major ocean currents are fueling concern</b> among researchers who monitor <b>Japan’s</b> coastlines. Scientists warn that <b>global warming is disrupting marine systems</b> long thought to be stable, triggering <b>direct impacts on ecosystems, coastal infrastructure and the country’s food traditions.</b></p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/scientists-alarmed-by-dramatic-changes-in-the-ocean-near-japan-i-dont-even-know-if-surprised-is-the-right-word-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/mystery-revealed-how-easter-islands-head-statues-were-produced-and-transported-f202512-n/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:04:13 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/mystery-revealed-how-easter-islands-head-statues-were-produced-and-transported-f202512-n/ Andy Hall The island’s giant moai statues have fascinated historians since they were first discovered by European travelers in the early 18th Century. The island’s giant moai statues have fascinated historians since they were first discovered by European travelers in the early 18th Century. Chile Isla de Pascua Piedras Ingeniería Océano Pacífico Science Civilization picture alliance (picture alliance via Getty Image) Mystery revealed: How Easter Island’s head statues were produced and transported The island’s giant moai statues have fascinated historians since they were first discovered by European travelers in the early 18th Century. The island’s giant moai statues have fascinated historians since they were first discovered by European travelers in the early 18th Century. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/C53BVMA2IBFTTFXI4AHU4N3FZA.jpg?auth=292536a06db798601874f04c32b22c29c96b469517d5ae0ea00d516f76182136" width="5472" height="3648" alt="The island’s giant moai statues have fascinated historians since they were first discovered by European travelers in the early 18th Century."></img><p>Nearly <b>950 moai statues</b> have been discovered on <b>Easter Island</b>, <b>Chile</b>. Carved by the <b>Rapa Nui people</b> between <b>1200 and 1700 AD</b>, most of these massive <b>stone figures</b> stand partially buried, <b>facing inland </b>as if guarding the island. A smaller number were <b>erected on ceremonial platforms</b> (<i>ahu</i>) and <b>look out toward the sea</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/mystery-revealed-how-easter-islands-head-statues-were-produced-and-transported-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/scientists-detect-waves-up-to-35-meters-high-from-space-f202510-n/ Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:53:15 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/scientists-detect-waves-up-to-35-meters-high-from-space-f202510-n/ Marc Fontrodona,Roddy Cons Satellite data confirmed the record-breaking swells that powered Hawaii’s Eddie Aikau Invitational surfing competition and massive waves at Maverick’s in California. Satellite data confirmed the record-breaking swells that powered Hawaii’s Eddie Aikau Invitational surfing competition and massive waves at Maverick’s in California. Surf Olas gigantes Hawái California Océanos y mares Océano Pacífico YouTube Scientists detect waves up to 35 meters high from space Satellite data confirmed the record-breaking swells that powered Hawaii’s Eddie Aikau Invitational surfing competition and massive waves at Maverick’s in California. Satellite data confirmed the record-breaking swells that powered Hawaii’s Eddie Aikau Invitational surfing competition and massive waves at Maverick’s in California. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/ZCNLGSFUFVAHTABX4RKZUUWNJY.png?auth=80a4a7d222b0aa6945516fe9a624d143ab15b433d972c7931dd0040ffd89cf3f" width="1826" height="1014" alt="Satellite data confirmed the record-breaking swells that powered Hawaii’s Eddie Aikau Invitational surfing competition and massive waves at Maverick’s in California."></img><p>In December 2024, a<b> powerful storm system over the Pacific Ocean</b> <b>generated one of the most intense swell events ever recorded</b>. New data from the European Space Agency has confirmed that the storm produced <b>waves of unprecedented size</b>, with <b>peaks surpassing 115 feet (35 meters)</b>, according to measurements taken by the SWOT (Surface Water and Ocean Topography) satellite.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/scientists-detect-waves-up-to-35-meters-high-from-space-f202510-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/global-warming-cant-explain-this-pacific-ocean-temperatures-are-breaking-records-in-baffling-heatwave-f202510-n/ Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:15:18 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/global-warming-cant-explain-this-pacific-ocean-temperatures-are-breaking-records-in-baffling-heatwave-f202510-n/ Greg Heilman Scientists are warning that the North Pacific ‘Blob’ is back, and this ocean heat wave could have consequences around the globe. Scientists are warning that the North Pacific ‘Blob’ is back, and this ocean heat wave could have consequences around the globe. Cambio climático Medio ambiente Océano Pacífico Ciencia Meteorología Climas Global warming can't explain this: Pacific Ocean temperatures are breaking records in baffling heatwave Scientists are warning that the North Pacific ‘Blob’ is back, and this ocean heat wave could have consequences around the globe. Scientists are warning that the North Pacific ‘Blob’ is back, and this ocean heat wave could have consequences around the globe. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/WCH3PZN5CBFRRDFJOCUCV3QVSM.jpg?auth=3a853c4b465301125c2caf5601e545034c058d8bed84e4c3f6ba8752b9cb353a" width="1280" height="670" alt="Scientists are warning that the North Pacific ‘Blob’ is back, and this ocean heat wave could have consequences around the globe."></img><p>Standing on the shore of the Pacific Ocean looking out across the water you would be hard pressed to see anything out of the ordinary. But researchers and scientists are monitoring a worrying situation. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/global-warming-cant-explain-this-pacific-ocean-temperatures-are-breaking-records-in-baffling-heatwave-f202510-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/what-we-know-about-the-navys-next-stealth-fighter-this-is-the-fa-xx-carrier-based-jet-n/ Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:15:24 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/what-we-know-about-the-navys-next-stealth-fighter-this-is-the-fa-xx-carrier-based-jet-n/ Andy Hall The Pentagon is pursuing two sixth-generation stealth fighter programs and aim to have both jets flying by the end of the decade. The Pentagon is pursuing two sixth-generation stealth fighter programs and aim to have both jets flying by the end of the decade. Ejército aire Fuerzas armadas Aviones combate Estados Unidos Guerra Océano Pacífico Bombardeos Portaaviones Mike Segar (REUTERS) U.S. Military aircraft perform 4th of July flyover past New York City and New Jersey The Pentagon is pursuing two sixth-generation stealth fighter programs and aim to have both jets flying by the end of the decade. The Pentagon is pursuing two sixth-generation stealth fighter programs and aim to have both jets flying by the end of the decade. <p><b>US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth </b>has cleared the <b>Navy </b>to select a contractor for the <b>F/A-XX</b> - a future<b> sixth-generation stealth carrier fighter</b> that is slated to replace the ageing <b>F/A-18E/F Super Hornet </b>and complement the <b>F-35C</b> by the start of the 2030s.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/what-we-know-about-the-navys-next-stealth-fighter-this-is-the-fa-xx-carrier-based-jet-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/will-hurricane-lorena-hit-the-us-experts-reveal-its-projected-path-n/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:41:56 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/will-hurricane-lorena-hit-the-us-experts-reveal-its-projected-path-n/ Andy Hall Lorena has intensified into a Category 1 storm as it approaches the Mexican coast and will produce heavy rains from Tuesday through Saturday. Lorena has intensified into a Category 1 storm as it approaches the Mexican coast and will produce heavy rains from Tuesday through Saturday. Huracanes Estados Unidos Tormentas México Océano Pacífico Lluvias torrenciales Viento California foto: conagua Will Hurricane Lorena hit the U.S.? Experts reveal its projected path Lorena has intensified into a Category 1 storm as it approaches the Mexican coast and will produce heavy rains from Tuesday through Saturday. Lorena has intensified into a Category 1 storm as it approaches the Mexican coast and will produce heavy rains from Tuesday through Saturday. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/VVVQXFRNHJE6JMAKEEMKZSLQII.jpg?auth=631aab6995fdc16f41b4361e41ea6d1133c5de16b2ffc37e71a08784a8605f64" width="1200" height="700" alt="Lorena has intensified into a Category 1 storm as it approaches the Mexican coast and will produce heavy rains from Tuesday through Saturday."></img><p><b>Lorena</b> is one of two hurricanes hurtling towards the coast of Mexico, bringing with them, <b>very heavy to intense rainfall</b>, <b>winds</b> and <b>high waves</b>, as well as possible hail in certain areas. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/will-hurricane-lorena-hit-the-us-experts-reveal-its-projected-path-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><ul> <li><strong>Baja California Sur</strong> (central and southern regions), <strong>Sonora </strong>(central and southeastern areas), and <strong>Sinaloa </strong>could see between 3 to 6 inches of rain.</li> <li><strong>Baja California</strong>, <strong>Nayarit</strong>, and <strong>Jalisco </strong>may receive 2 to 3 inches. These downpours could trigger flash flooding, landslides, and dangerous runoff in low-lying areas.</li> </ul> https://en.as.com/latest_news/9000-miles-139-days-and-tropical-storms-the-unbelievable-journey-of-3-brothers-who-rowed-the-pacific-n/ Mon, 01 Sep 2025 17:18:57 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/9000-miles-139-days-and-tropical-storms-the-unbelievable-journey-of-3-brothers-who-rowed-the-pacific-n/ Juanma Bellón,Greg Heilman The Maclean brothers set a new world record rowing from Peru to Australia without a single stop, covering more than 9,000 miles in four and a half months. The Maclean brothers set a new world record rowing from Peru to Australia without a single stop, covering more than 9,000 miles in four and a half months. Barcos Sociedad Australia Escocia Perú Océano Pacífico BRIAN CASSEY (AFP) 9,000 miles, 139 days and tropical storms: the unbelievable journey of 3 brothers who rowed the Pacific The Maclean brothers set a new world record rowing from Peru to Australia without a single stop, covering more than 9,000 miles in four and a half months. The Maclean brothers set a new world record rowing from Peru to Australia without a single stop, covering more than 9,000 miles in four and a half months. <p>When Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan Maclean were approaching the marina at Cairns, Australia, just hours from finally setting foot on dry land after nearly five months at sea, their first message wasn’t about their world record.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/9000-miles-139-days-and-tropical-storms-the-unbelievable-journey-of-3-brothers-who-rowed-the-pacific-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/fishermen-cant-believe-what-they-spotted-after-50-years-an-elusive-animal-seen-only-once-before-n/ Mon, 01 Sep 2025 14:48:22 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/fishermen-cant-believe-what-they-spotted-after-50-years-an-elusive-animal-seen-only-once-before-n/ Noelia Sánchez A unique Pacific shark has reappeared in Papua New Guinea after decades of mystery. A unique Pacific shark has reappeared in Papua New Guinea after decades of mystery. Tiburones Pesca Animales salvajes Océano Pacífico Journal of Fish Biology Fishermen can’t believe what they spotted after 50 years: An elusive animal seen only once before A unique Pacific shark has reappeared in Papua New Guinea after decades of mystery. A unique Pacific shark has reappeared in Papua New Guinea after decades of mystery. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/UTUCUNJP7JEAZJGRMPGBU4N2I4.png?auth=0ae078b484de266bcf3f8c02ced57055659bc425663db41ca2150fbedfb0e666" width="358" height="250" alt="A unique Pacific shark has reappeared in Papua New Guinea after decades of mystery."></img><p>The <b>sailback houndshark</b> (<i>Gogolia filewoodi</i>), a species first described in 1973, has been rediscovered in Astrolabe Bay, Papua New Guinea, <b>after more than half a century without scientific records.</b> The first known encounter with this strange animal occurred in 1970, when a local fisherman caught a pregnant female with large eyes, a bulbous head, a short snout, and an elongated dorsal fin resembling a ship’s sail.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/fishermen-cant-believe-what-they-spotted-after-50-years-an-elusive-animal-seen-only-once-before-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/new-discovery-suggests-the-secret-to-extraterrestrial-life-could-be-deep-in-the-ocean-n/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:10:38 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/new-discovery-suggests-the-secret-to-extraterrestrial-life-could-be-deep-in-the-ocean-n/ Greg Heilman Scientists have found life at the deepest depths yet on the ocean floor in the northwestern Pacific that doesn’t depend on sunlight to survive. Scientists have found life at the deepest depths yet on the ocean floor in the northwestern Pacific that doesn’t depend on sunlight to survive. Investigación científica Ciencia Océanos y mares Animales Fauna Océano Pacífico New discovery suggests the secret to extraterrestrial life could be deep in the ocean Scientists have found life at the deepest depths yet on the ocean floor in the northwestern Pacific that doesn’t depend on sunlight to survive. Scientists have found life at the deepest depths yet on the ocean floor in the northwestern Pacific that doesn’t depend on sunlight to survive. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/M3UE5LPYKVCZZFQD3R2XB6VVRE.jpg?auth=63c3c2f3b6ad1e1ec68c88c131b86cc658fbe9fd7e8cddd6db89354743172f24" width="4256" height="2832" alt="Scientists have found life at the deepest depths yet on the ocean floor in the northwestern Pacific that doesn’t depend on sunlight to survive."></img><p>Most life on Earth depends on sunlight in order to get the energy it needs to prosper. However, in the depths of the world’s oceans in extreme environments, where sunlight does not reach, <b>life has found another way to get the nutrients it needs</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/new-discovery-suggests-the-secret-to-extraterrestrial-life-could-be-deep-in-the-ocean-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/how-this-pacific-paradise-is-protecting-its-white-sand-beaches-and-green-parks-from-tourists-and-corporations-n/ Sun, 03 Aug 2025 09:04:06 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/how-this-pacific-paradise-is-protecting-its-white-sand-beaches-and-green-parks-from-tourists-and-corporations-n/ AS USA Sustainable tourism is the name of the game on the Cook Islands, where officials are working hard to preserve the region’s authentic beauty. Sustainable tourism is the name of the game on the Cook Islands, where officials are working hard to preserve the region’s authentic beauty. Océano Pacífico Islas Vacaciones Viajes Chris Johnson How this Pacific paradise is protecting its white-sand beaches and green parks from tourists and corporations Sustainable tourism is the name of the game on the Cook Islands, where officials are working hard to preserve the region's authentic beauty. Sustainable tourism is the name of the game on the Cook Islands, where officials are working hard to preserve the region's authentic beauty. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/XMK6AA537NDXZPIY5JIXZTLLZM.jpg?auth=86d3b4e6ab68e2993c9b72e7649d34ba4f49bf63bf3714826526a39460365ace" width="4580" height="3316" alt="Sustainable tourism is the name of the game on the Cook Islands, where officials are working hard to preserve the region's authentic beauty."></img><p>For some towns, cities and even countries, the tourism industry is a vital part of the economy and central to many people’s livelihoods. That often comes with a cost, but one remote chain of islands in the Pacific is proving that doesn’t have to be the case. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/how-this-pacific-paradise-is-protecting-its-white-sand-beaches-and-green-parks-from-tourists-and-corporations-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/this-deserted-island-find-may-hold-the-key-to-amelia-earharts-disappearance-n/ Sun, 13 Jul 2025 16:51:34 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/this-deserted-island-find-may-hold-the-key-to-amelia-earharts-disappearance-n/ Roddy Cons A new expedition to a remote Pacific island could finally uncover what happened to the legendary pilot nearly 90 years ago. A new expedition to a remote Pacific island could finally uncover what happened to the legendary pilot nearly 90 years ago. Accidentes aéreos Amelia Earhart Aviones Océano Pacífico This deserted island find may hold the key to Amelia Earhart’s disappearance A new expedition to a remote Pacific island could finally uncover what happened to the legendary pilot nearly 90 years ago. A new expedition to a remote Pacific island could finally uncover what happened to the legendary pilot nearly 90 years ago. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/VJRFPI4Z3NEXZO5XNMRJQPH7RQ.jpg?auth=bbd380e54b676ba2661ccf4c1a5944a8856c480e2a45e3325829af65cf4d47fa" width="1200" height="740" alt="A new expedition to a remote Pacific island could finally uncover what happened to the legendary pilot nearly 90 years ago."></img><p>There is hope <b>one of aviation’s longest-standing mysteries could soon be solved</b> when a<b> new expedition goes in search of </b><a href="https://www.ameliaearhart.com/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://www.ameliaearhart.com/"><b>Amelia Earhart</b></a> and her Lockheed Electra 10E airplane in November 2025. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/this-deserted-island-find-may-hold-the-key-to-amelia-earharts-disappearance-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/paradise-with-a-twist-why-you-might-want-to-rethink-your-bikini-in-the-maldives-n-2/ Sat, 05 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/paradise-with-a-twist-why-you-might-want-to-rethink-your-bikini-in-the-maldives-n-2/ Andy Hall Swimsuits are not allowed in many areas of the South Asian nation, so travelers are encouraged to dress modestly while taking in the clear, beautiful waters. Swimsuits are not allowed in many areas of the South Asian nation, so travelers are encouraged to dress modestly while taking in the clear, beautiful waters. Maldivas Bikini Religión Islas Turismo Océano Pacífico Asia Islam Viajes Playas SHansche (Getty Images) Maldivas País tropical en el océano Índico que abarca 26 atolones con forma de anillos que se componen de más de 1,000 islas de coral. Famoso por las playas, las lagunas azules y los extensos arrecifes. País tropical en el océano Índico que abarca 26 atolones con forma de anillos que se componen de más de 1,000 islas de coral. Famoso por las playas, las lagunas azules y los extensos arrecifes. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/EDKWVQ3HJBGNBAHXCSJRI7IUOU.jpg?auth=0d67c535c15bbf2267599df4f06448fe01a19bfbf449c87c91ccbb43bcf1b3b8" width="9000" height="3873" alt="País tropical en el océano Índico que abarca 26 atolones con forma de anillos que se componen de más de 1,000 islas de coral. Famoso por las playas, las lagunas azules y los extensos arrecifes."></img><p>Known for his <b>clear, cobalt blue waters, white sandy beaches and coral reefs</b>, <b>the Maldives</b> paint a picture of an idyllic getaway, a tropical paradise - over a thousand fantasy desert islands spread over 871 kilometers in the Indian Ocean. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/paradise-with-a-twist-why-you-might-want-to-rethink-your-bikini-in-the-maldives-n-2/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><h3>The Maldives' bikini beach resorts</h3><ul> <li>Maafushi</li> <li>Thulusdhoo Island</li> <li>Gulhi Island</li> <li>Hulhumale Island</li> </ul> https://en.as.com/latest_news/no-humans-no-radar-how-ai-protects-orcas-in-british-columbia-n/ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:42:12 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/no-humans-no-radar-how-ai-protects-orcas-in-british-columbia-n/ Greg Heilman Keeping track of hundreds of orcas is being made simpler with the help of an AI algorithm that can identify individual killer whales with 92% accuracy. Keeping track of hundreds of orcas is being made simpler with the help of an AI algorithm that can identify individual killer whales with 92% accuracy. Orcas Animales salvajes Ciencia Canadá Océano Pacífico No humans, no radar: how AI protects orcas in British Columbia Keeping track of hundreds of orcas is being made simpler with the help of an AI algorithm that can identify individual killer whales with 92% accuracy. Keeping track of hundreds of orcas is being made simpler with the help of an AI algorithm that can identify individual killer whales with 92% accuracy. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/ZON76PI67RCHZKCQH2KTLIQWYM.jpg?auth=bf1c0c3695af0d7952ed6b6ac19fcebb1d56a0d2a9f79f3e5c91b3f55d277134" width="3888" height="2592" alt="Keeping track of hundreds of orcas is being made simpler with the help of an AI algorithm that can identify individual killer whales with 92% accuracy. "></img><p>Orcas, or killer whales, are an apex predator in the world’s oceans. As such they face the problem of<b> accumulating harmful contaminants in their blubber</b> that affect their health and the survival rate of their offspring.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/no-humans-no-radar-how-ai-protects-orcas-in-british-columbia-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/they-manage-to-record-one-of-the-mysterious-monster-waves-n/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:48:06 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/they-manage-to-record-one-of-the-mysterious-monster-waves-n/ Marc Fontrodona Canadian scientists are continuing to study these giant waves in real time in the Pacific using a network of buoys and artificial intelligence. Canadian scientists are continuing to study these giant waves in real time in the Pacific using a network of buoys and artificial intelligence. Surf Deportes acuáticos Deporte extremo Olas gigantes Océano Pacífico Investigación científica CBCNews They manage to record one of the mysterious “monster waves” They manage to record one of the mysterious “monster waves” They manage to record one of the mysterious “monster waves” <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/WKHJMWF2EFE2FLOMCWO5VE644E.png?auth=150707d1d6053fb39c2deec33f997964ac4e363c232bd24e81d1045b1dee4f8c" width="2290" height="1180" alt="They manage to record one of the mysterious “monster waves”"></img><p>What was considered a sailor’s myth for centuries is now being recorded live: <b>“monster waves” do exist</b> and rise in Canadian waters with an unpredictable magnitude. A team of scientists from MarineLabs Data Systems managed to document a <b>17.5-meter wave</b> — equivalent to a six-story building — off the coast of British Columbia in the middle of the Pacific, thanks to a network of buoys equipped with artificial intelligence.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/they-manage-to-record-one-of-the-mysterious-monster-waves-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/paradise-with-a-twist-why-you-might-want-to-rethink-your-bikini-in-the-maldives-n/ Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:11:49 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/paradise-with-a-twist-why-you-might-want-to-rethink-your-bikini-in-the-maldives-n-2/ Andy Hall Swimsuits are prohibited in most parts of the South Asian country. Visitors are advised to protect their modesty while enjoying the crystalline waters. Swimsuits are prohibited in most parts of the South Asian country. Visitors are advised to protect their modesty while enjoying the crystalline waters. Maldivas Bikini Religión Islas Turismo Océano Pacífico Asia Islam Viajes Playas Mlenny (Getty Images) Paradise with a twist: Why you might want to rethink your bikini in the Maldives Swimsuits are prohibited in most parts of the South Asian country. Visitors are advised to protect their modesty while enjoying the crystalline waters. Swimsuits are prohibited in most parts of the South Asian country. Visitors are advised to protect their modesty while enjoying the crystalline waters. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/HVF3DOWPDFE7VJDPIZSVUX65DM.jpg?auth=445c9cb872fb0453af3f94112f23744b15e9f2eaea6f859fedde3bade4931e83" width="1900" height="1425" alt="Swimsuits are prohibited in most parts of the South Asian country. Visitors are advised to protect their modesty while enjoying the crystalline waters."></img><p>Known for his <b>clear, cobalt blue waters, white sandy beaches and coral reefs</b>, <b>the Maldives</b> paint a picture of an idyllic getaway, a tropical paradise - over a thousand fantasy desert islands spread over 871 kilometers in the Indian Ocean. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/paradise-with-a-twist-why-you-might-want-to-rethink-your-bikini-in-the-maldives-n-2/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><h3>The Maldives' bikini beach resorts</h3><ul> <li>Maafushi</li> <li>Thulusdhoo Island</li> <li>Gulhi Island</li> <li>Hulhumale Island</li> </ul> https://en.as.com/latest_news/ship-docks-scientists-peer-into-waves-find-treasure-in-pacific-ocean-abyss-n/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:42:40 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/ship-docks-scientists-peer-into-waves-find-treasure-in-pacific-ocean-abyss-n/ As Actualidad,Miguel Corrales Several Underwater Volcanoes Found on the Seafloor About 60 Kilometers from Rarotonga Island. Several Underwater Volcanoes Found on the Seafloor About 60 Kilometers from Rarotonga Island. Ciencia Volcanes Océano Pacífico Seabed Minerals Authority Cook Islands <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/CQVEVIYZZVC4RJ6H37QMNYMZMI.png?auth=e8b4abe24e72412e07b29983fb9b438ba6328ed8369550cbda526407c8184ad1" width="859" height="468" alt="."></img><p>In 2024, a group of researchers <b>discovered a rocky structure approximately 60 kilometers from Rarotonga Island</b>, one of the 15 Cook Islands located in the South Pacific. Taking advantage of a situation where the research vessel M/V Anuanua Moana from Kiva Marine had to leave the port to make way for a container ship, the scientists decided to set sail and investigate the rocky formation.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/ship-docks-scientists-peer-into-waves-find-treasure-in-pacific-ocean-abyss-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/XTLN27N2FRDSZKHM3ZRABHWH3A.png?auth=3f89b34075d2d9fc6b90158952b4a1162cc646be5c8fd591d71e5548a917f539" width="1083" height="712" alt="."></img> https://en.as.com/latest_news/one-country-wins-the-race-to-claim-new-pacific-island-n/ Sun, 06 Apr 2025 14:53:35 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/one-country-wins-the-race-to-claim-new-pacific-island-n/ Joe Brennan A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it. A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it. Océano Pacífico Ciencia Shutterstock One country wins the race to claim new Pacific island A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it. A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/3XCHXWIWRVDE7PWZDRACYQHFOQ.jpg?auth=3ff916542ab49d7f61e184486d10e9c21482aac0b2676b26e1035e23ccc1d201" width="6245" height="3496" alt="A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it."></img><p>While science nowadays understands a lot about the world, our planet definitely knows how to keep a secret. <b>Scientists have discovered an island off the coast of Brazil</b> that, until now, was not very well understood. But things are changing.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/one-country-wins-the-race-to-claim-new-pacific-island-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/cruise-ship-passengers-asked-to-close-curtains-and-turn-off-lights-when-passing-through-this-common-piracy-hotspot-n/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:28:55 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/cruise-ship-passengers-asked-to-close-curtains-and-turn-off-lights-when-passing-through-this-common-piracy-hotspot-n/ Andy Hall,Mario Espinosa de los Monteros The vessel was navigating the waters of the Sulu-Celebes Sea, a region notorious for kidnappings and extortion carried out by pirate organizations. The vessel was navigating the waters of the Sulu-Celebes Sea, a region notorious for kidnappings and extortion carried out by pirate organizations. Cruceros Malasia Indonesia Filipinas Al Qaeda Barcos Océano Pacífico Ladrones Extorsiones Secuestros terroristas Secuestros Cruise ship passengers asked to close curtains and turn off lights when passing through this common piracy hotspot The vessel was navigating the waters of the Sulu-Celebes Sea, a region notorious for kidnappings and extortion carried out by pirate organizations. The vessel was navigating the waters of the Sulu-Celebes Sea, a region notorious for kidnappings and extortion carried out by pirate organizations. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/RSR5PEYUTZGKHON5U6NXUZ5ERU.jpg?auth=fd11445a3d56e9c4c3ac207aad5995cd743b9acb85748edfa6d9a43131e5513f" width="1205" height="735" alt="The vessel was navigating the waters of the Sulu-Celebes Sea, a region notorious for kidnappings and extortion carried out by pirate organizations."></img><p>While sailing through <b>Southeast Asia</b> on its global voyage, <b>Cunard’s Queen Anne cruise ship issued a broadcast to alert passengers of piracy risks</b> in the region. The captain warned of a “<b>heightened security alert</b>” and requested that passengers turn off the lights in their cabins and close the curtains. Additionally, the outdoor promenade deck was closed overnight as a precaution.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/cruise-ship-passengers-asked-to-close-curtains-and-turn-off-lights-when-passing-through-this-common-piracy-hotspot-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/warning-that-all-the-worlds-oceans-will-soon-be-under-control-of-new-10000-ton-submarine-with-never-before-seen-technology-n/ Fri, 14 Mar 2025 23:01:53 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/warning-that-all-the-worlds-oceans-will-soon-be-under-control-of-new-10000-ton-submarine-with-never-before-seen-technology-n/ Joe Brennan The United States have announced plans to build an ambitious new US Navy submarine by 2040. The United States have announced plans to build an ambitious new US Navy submarine by 2040. Ciencia Océano Pacífico Warning that all the world’s oceans will soon be under control of new 10,000-ton submarine with never-before-seen technology The United States have announced plans to build an ambitious new US Navy submarine by 2040. The United States have announced plans to build an ambitious new US Navy submarine by 2040. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/KMVBYOKAJVCS3NK76C5VIDERUA.jpg?auth=be6267b8cb3eb424c349314ef3d5521633e68599d101a506fd8e96d3acd86008" width="1200" height="675" alt="The United States have announced plans to build an ambitious new US Navy submarine by 2040."></img><p>The United States Navy are set to begin a project that will see an <b>all-new nuclear attack submarine built by 2040</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/warning-that-all-the-worlds-oceans-will-soon-be-under-control-of-new-10000-ton-submarine-with-never-before-seen-technology-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/a-giant-island-is-discovered-in-the-middle-of-the-ocean-and-one-country-is-already-ahead-of-the-rest-by-claiming-sovereignty-n/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 17:27:58 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/one-country-wins-the-race-to-claim-new-pacific-island-n/ Joe Brennan A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it. A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it. Océano Pacífico Ciencia wingmar (Getty Images) A giant island is discovered in the middle of the ocean and one country is already ahead of the rest by claiming sovereignty A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it. A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/RXZXTKA3OVB4NHZ3FBKFIEFOCQ.jpg?auth=eeba6bf48e6652452cceea7deb5600c23fc177a1dda55d1fad26d4b90144e7b1" width="5616" height="3744" alt="A group of scientists are studying an island off the coast of Brazil, and one country wants to claim it."></img><p>While science nowadays understands a lot about the world, our planet definitely knows how to keep a secret. <b>Scientists have discovered an island off the coast of Brazil</b> that, until now, was not very well understood. But things are changing.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/one-country-wins-the-race-to-claim-new-pacific-island-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/scientists-find-dark-periodic-element-among-metallic-rocks-in-deep-ocean-n/ Thu, 30 Jan 2025 17:08:04 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/scientists-find-dark-periodic-element-among-metallic-rocks-in-deep-ocean-n/ Andy Hall Deep-seafloor organisms consume oxygen which scientists believe is produced by seawater electrolysis without light or sunshine. Deep-seafloor organisms consume oxygen which scientists believe is produced by seawater electrolysis without light or sunshine. Océano Pacífico Mineralogía Metales pesados Metales preciosos Oxígeno medicinal Science Scientists find ‘dark’ periodic element among metallic rocks in deep ocean Deep-seafloor organisms consume oxygen which scientists believe is produced by seawater electrolysis without light or sunshine. Deep-seafloor organisms consume oxygen which scientists believe is produced by seawater electrolysis without light or sunshine. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/TTNQIQZLC5G7ZMILGBAQT7UQLU.jpg?auth=68cfb75cfa5c9ebae9dfd365e13a286b4ee5e01146297e1d206250b75db63f40" width="3648" height="2432" alt="Deep-seafloor organisms consume oxygen which scientists believe is produced by seawater electrolysis without light or sunshine."></img><p>A recent study by <b>Professor Andrew K Sweetman</b> (leader of the Seafloor Ecology and Biogeochemistry research group at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS), <b>published in </b><i><b>Nature Geoscience</b></i><i> </i>detailed a surprising deep-sea development in the Pacific. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/scientists-find-dark-periodic-element-among-metallic-rocks-in-deep-ocean-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/cherry-milestone-falls-apart-ship-with-1300-containers-full-of-cherries-adrift-n/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 16:27:08 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/cherry-milestone-falls-apart-ship-with-1300-containers-full-of-cherries-adrift-n/ Arianna Villaescusa,William Allen A container ship carrying an enormous shipment of cherries to China is adrift in the Pacific Ocean, with uncertainty over its arrival in Asia. A container ship carrying an enormous shipment of cherries to China is adrift in the Pacific Ocean, with uncertainty over its arrival in Asia. Sociedad Cerezas Frutas Fruta verano Chile China Buques mercantes Océano Pacífico Pexels Cherry milestone falls apart: ship with 1,300 containers full of cherries adrift A container ship carrying an enormous shipment of cherries to China is adrift in the Pacific Ocean, with uncertainty over its arrival in Asia. A container ship carrying an enormous shipment of cherries to China is adrift in the Pacific Ocean, with uncertainty over its arrival in Asia. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/W4PTQIHZQZCEDFTRIJI3L2XWKE.jpg?auth=8baeda9ca3b87a1a7c91304cc7e6c6510c6fa034cd510fd3772433c782d52a05" width="2305" height="1537" alt="A container ship carrying an enormous shipment of cherries to China is adrift in the Pacific Ocean, with uncertainty over its arrival in Asia."></img><p><b>A cargo ship carrying 1,300 containers of cherries from Chile to China is currently adrift in the middle of the ocean</b>. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/cherry-milestone-falls-apart-ship-with-1300-containers-full-of-cherries-adrift-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/latest_news/earthquake-shakes-southwest-japan-why-are-there-so-many-tsunamis-in-the-pacific-ocean-n/ Mon, 13 Jan 2025 17:21:27 GMT https://en.as.com/latest_news/earthquake-shakes-southwest-japan-why-are-there-so-many-tsunamis-in-the-pacific-ocean-n/ Maite Knorr-Evans,Calum Roche The huge wave of water known as a tsunami, can be incredibly destructive as it surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland. The huge wave of water known as a tsunami, can be incredibly destructive as it surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland. Tsunami Terremotos Japón Océano Pacífico Earthquake shakes southwest Japan: Why are there so many tsunamis in the Pacific Ocean? The huge wave of water known as a tsunami, can be incredibly destructive as it surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland. The huge wave of water known as a tsunami, can be incredibly destructive as it surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/SY7K7S4GUFH3TNFHPLPLQEUMFI.jpg?auth=4cf87be0697041cb89cc26a8b24e4133b615ec233d830f6c0df4761960752dbf" width="1242" height="718" alt="The huge wave of water known as a tsunami, can be incredibly destructive as it surges onshore carrying all but the most solid objects inland."></img><p><b>A magnitude-6.9 earthquake struck Japan’s Kyushu region late Monday night,</b> prompting brief tsunami advisories for coastal areas in Miyazaki and Kochi prefectures. The waves, <b>initially projected to reach heights of 3.3 feet, </b>ultimately measured just 7.8 inches when they reached Miyazaki city. All advisories were lifted hours later, and no damage or injuries were reported.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/latest_news/earthquake-shakes-southwest-japan-why-are-there-so-many-tsunamis-in-the-pacific-ocean-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/KHFBBFG5LFHO5EJ634JQ7C2VCA.png?auth=05e9e107c58354ad7d1e9495135c8139e154480fbe0def61c78aeb53afa00436" width="2000" height="1208" alt="."></img>