President Trump floated renaming the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean at a Tennessee rally, suggesting 'Trump Ocean' or 'Ocean of the Americas.' Here's how far a presi

President Donald Trump suggested “Trump Ocean” or “Ocean of the Americas” at a Tennessee rally, extending his push to rename major U.S. landmarks.

Scientists discovered that stickier marine snow can carry over six times more carbon into the deep ocean, revealing a hidden factor in carbon storage.

Thousands of brooding octopuses were discovered in 2018 on the ocean floor off the coast of California. Phil Torres and Geoff Wheat As the end of the decade approaches, marine scientists and conservationists are reflecting on what we have learned about the ...

Scientists have helped solve a longstanding mystery about how Earth remained habitable after oxygen first accumulated in its atmosphere more than 2 billion years ago, providing evidence that ancient ocean chemistry sustained life-friendly conditions.

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The ocean is Earth’s defining feature. Two of the most famous photographs of all time stamped that indelibly on our minds: Earthrise (1968) and The Blue Marble (1972), both taken during the Apollo missions to the moon. Once you have seen our fragile blue ...

The ocean is the largest of Earth's systems that stabilizes climate and supports life and human well-being. Despite its vital role in our ecosystem, the ocean has been gravely degraded and historically underrepresented within international climate change ...

California is weighing new marine protections that could safeguard vital coastal habitats, help restore marine life, and give Tribes a greater role in ocean stewardship.