North Greenland has lost 35% of its ice shelves, study says
The Greenland ice sheet is the second-largest contributor to sea level rise, and as temperatures rise, glaciers in the northern parts of the region are becoming "extremely vulnerable."
Oceans
Sailor missing for 2 weeks found alive in life raft off Washington coast
The man was found two days after the search for him and another sailor was suspended.
Coast Guard ends search for 3 missing Georgia boaters
The three missing men — Dalton Conway, Caleb Wilkinson and Tyler Barlow — failed to return from an offshore fishing trip.
Missing submarine found 83 years after it was torpedoed in WWII battle
The wreckage was found in the spring of 2023, according to a news release, but it wasn't until earlier this week that it could be identified as the HMS Thistle.
See the "rare" 400-pound stingray nearly the length of Travis Kelce
The 400-pound stingray was nearly the length of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.
Meteorologists on Hurricane Lee's projected path and timeline
Hurricane Lee is churning northward, whipping up rough seas in the Atlantic as watches and warnings are issued for parts of New England and Canada.
California dolphins swim in "magical" blue waves
Dolphins off Newport Beach, California, were seen swimming through "magical" blue waves. Here's what's causing the "beautiful blue glow" – and why it could start happening more often.
New research vessel to explore the oceans
International scientists in the Gulf of Panama are using a new ship that's essentially a floating laboratory to learn more about our oceans. The ship has technology that can be used to measure microplastics, map ocean floors, discover sea life and more, and is manned by a rotating crew of scientists. Ben Tracy has more, and a look at the work going on onboard.
2 tourists die in same waters off Outer Banks within 24 hours
Recent conditions in the area have included rip currents and large waves.
2 swimmers bitten by sharks in separate incidents off same Florida beach
Both swimmers had non-life-threatening injuries, officials said.
World's oceans hit record-high temperatures
Scientists announced a grim milestone this month: The world's oceans hit the hottest average recorded temperature. Ian Lee has more on why that's so alarming, and what it means.
Heat wave threatening Florida's coral reefs
Florida has seen temperatures in its coastal waters hit hot tub levels this summer, forcing marine scientists to take extreme measures to try to save some of the area's coral reefs. Alex Neufeld, a scientist with the Coral Restoration Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss some of those efforts and what's making the water so warm.
Coast Guard searches for diver who went missing near Florida shipwreck
Air and surface crews are looking for Thomas Faulkenberry, 44.
"Exceptional" fossils reveal world's oldest swimming jellyfish
Finding jellyfish fossils is "extremely rare" as the creatures are made up of roughly 95% water.
Newly discovered ancient whale could be "heaviest animal ever"
A newly studied species of ancient whale might be the heaviest animal ever found.
Cape Cod seeing "white shark abundance"
Cape Cod is experiencing a "white shark abundance," according to a new report from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, UMass Dartmouth and the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. It's the first time that's happened in the North Atlantic. The study also says more than 300 different types of sharks have been tracked across the area. Dr. Greg Skomal, senior fisheries biologist at the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the findings.
Underwater robots could usher in a high-tech future
An underwater robot prototype might eventually help pluck important metals from the ocean floor.
Is the Atlantic Ocean current system nearing collapse? Scientists weigh in
Are we on the cusp of a real-life "The Day After Tomorrow"? Here's what the experts say.
Last of dozens of pilot whales stranded in Australia euthanized
One volunteer said the team "gave our whales one final rub, wished them luck and pushed them in the direction of the open ocean" – but it wasn't enough to save them.
51 pilot whales die as officials race to save dozens of others
Dozens of other pilot whales were saved but ended up re-stranded further down the beach.
Florida ocean temperatures rise above 100 degrees Fahrenheit
The water off South Florida has literally become as warm as a hot tub as researchers are discovering dying coral reefs.
Young dolphin found dead on New Hampshire beach
The dolphin belonged to a species "never before seen" in the area, rescuers said.
Don't mess with shipwrecks in U.S. waters, government warns
Many shipwrecks are "highly threatened by illegal salvage," the Maritime Administration said in a notice.
Endangered whale species closer to extinction than previously thought
Only a few dozen North Atlantic Right Whales are able to actively reproduce, as many of the animals continue to be found dead or seriously injured – many of them babies and females.
Florida sea temperatures hit mid-90s, threatening marine life
The higher-than-normal sea surface temperatures off the coasts of the Sunshine State could cause a "nasty" coral bleaching event, experts say.
People under Hurricane Erin evacuation orders warned to "take action now"
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
Noem says entire southern border wall will be painted black to stop climbing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says the entire southern border wall with Mexico is being painted black to deter illegal immigration, at President Trump's request.
U.S. to probe "anti-American" views of those applying for immigration benefits
The Trump administration has directed officials to probe any "anti-American" views and activities of immigrants applying for immigration benefits like green cards and work permits.
Hurricane Erin forces Outer Banks evacuations, East Coast beach closures
Hurricane Erin is forcing evacuations on North Carolina's Outer Banks as it threatens to whip up wild waves, rip currents and tropical-force winds.
Well-known breeder among 6 accused of rhino horn smuggling ring
Six people have been charged in South Africa in connection to an international rhino horn trafficking network after a seven-year investigation, officials said.
Unidentified flying object crashes and explodes in Poland
Local police said they received reports of the crash around 2 a.m. and found burned metal and plastic debris at the scene.
6 severed heads found on road with message about revenge
Messages are often left on victims' bodies by cartels seeking to threaten their rivals or punish behavior they claim violates their rules.
Judge blocks Texas law requiring Ten Commandments displayed in classrooms
A federal judge temporarily blocked a Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, ruling it likely violates the First Amendment.
DNA testing confirms Travis Decker is sole suspect in murders of daughters
Travis Decker is accused of killing his three young daughters, whose bodies were found near a campground in central Washington.