New species of "deceptively cute" ancient whale found on beach
Scientists have discovered a razor-toothed whale that prowled the seas 26 million years ago, saying the species was "deceptively cute" but a dangerous predator.
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Whale dead after hitting boat in Barnegat Bay; passenger thrown overboard, police say
A whale has died after it charged at a boat Saturday afternoon along the Barnegat Bay in Ocean County, New Jersey, police said.
Marine sanctuary to protect sperm whales
Off the Caribbean island of Dominica, Cecilia Vega dove into efforts to create a preserve to protect sperm whales and safeguard them from plastic trash, noise pollution and ship strikes.
Inside Cecilia Vega's 60 Minutes story on sperm whales
60 Minutes' newest correspondent filed her first report from Dominica where she reported on the threatened population of sperm whales.
Conservationists work to protect sperm whales off Caribbean island
Off the Caribbean island of Dominica, Cecilia Vega dove into efforts to create a preserve to protect sperm whales and safeguard them from plastic trash, noise pollution and ship strikes.
Nature: Sperm whales
"Sunday Morning" takes us today to the coast of São Miguel Island in the Azores, among the company of sperm whales. Videographer: Mauricio Handler.
Possible fishing line entanglement solution
Seafood caught in cages can put other ocean creatures at risk, including whales. Entanglements in fishing lines have contributed to humpback whales being on the endangered species list. Now, there might be a solution, but not all fishermen are willing to pay the price.
New tech could save whales tangled in fishing gear
Crabs are quickly becoming a growing share of the seafood market. But crab season in Northern California is under threat due to the dangers posed to migrating whales. Elizabeth Cook reports on an innovative solution.
Toxic algae bloom kills whales, pelicans
A severe, toxic algae bloom is making sea animals sick on the California coast. CBS News Los Angeles' Michele Gile reports on veterinarians' efforts to help and CBS News meteorologist Darren Peck has more on the bloom.
Killer whales caught on video off Seattle
A pod of Bigg's killer whales was caught in action in a rarely seen bird hunt just off Seattle's maritime industrial docks. Kersti Muul, who captured the hunt on video, said it was "a once-in-a-lifetime experience … Not only in the whales' proximity, but also witnessing a rarely seen behavior - chasing and catching the grebe."
Over 150 false killer whales stranded on beach can't be saved, experts say
Marine experts have given up hope of rescuing 157 false killer whales that stranded on a remote Australian beach.
Video shows whale swallow kayaker, spit him out: "I thought I was dead"
A humpback whale briefly swallowed a kayaker in Chile, before spitting him out unharmed, an amazing escape that was all captured on video.
Kayaker discusses being swallowed by whale
When Adrián Simancas went out kayaking with his father Dell Simancas in Chile's Strait of Magellan, he didn't expect to get so close to a humpback that he could touch it — or end up in its mouth. One minute he was looking at his father's camera and the next thing he knew, "I thought it had already eaten me and swallowed me."
Biden withdraws proposal that aimed to protect endangered whales
Conservation groups are concerned that the endangered right whale is vulnerable to extinction as the Trump administration signals more support for marine industries.
Humpback whale makes one of the longest migrations ever recorded
A humpback whale crossed multiple oceans for a massive migration that covered more than 8,000 miles, according to a new study.
Over 30 stranded whales saved by people lifting them on sheets
Officials praised as "incredible" the efforts made by hundreds of people to help save the foundering pilot whales.
Carcass of massive endangered whale washes ashore in Alaska
The carcass was comparable to the width of a college basketball court and female, according to biologists.
Protecting whales from ship strikes
Endangered whale species face a major threat on the high seas: cruise and container ships that have difficulty avoiding collisions with whales. But there are new tools that may help reduce ship strikes.
8/27/2023: Targeting Seniors; The Resurrection of Notre Dame; The Sperm Whales of Dominica
Cyber scammers stealing from grandparents. Then, Notre Dame restoration efforts continue. And, Marine sanctuary to protect sperm whales.
Russian "spy whale" cause of death revealed by police
The tame beluga had been nicknamed "Hvaldimir," combining the Norwegian word for whale - hval - and the first name of Russia's president.
Russian "spy whale" was not shot to death, police say
The beluga whale, which was first spotted in 2019 not far from Russian waters with a harness reading "Equipment St. Petersburg," was found dead on Aug. 31.
Mysterious death of "Russian spy" whale takes unexpected turn
Animal rights groups said they had filed a complaint with Norwegian police asking them to open a "criminal investigation."
American surfer Caroline Marks on winning Olympic gold: "It feels surreal"
Marks joined CBS News to share more on her 2024 Olympic win, the "biggest moment of my career."
Whale makes surprise appearance during Olympic surfing competition
With all eyes on the ocean during the final day of the Paris Olympics surfing competition in Tahiti, a whale breached and gave spectators and photographers an amazing Olympics moment.
Video shows whale capsizing boat off New Hampshire coast, fishermen rescued
An incredible video captured the moment a whale off the coast of New Hampshire capsized a boat, sending two men flying into the ocean.
Trump-Putin summit in Alaska concludes with no deal on Ukraine ceasefire
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit in Alaska, but the talks did not yield a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Erin strengthens into hurricane, the first of 2025 Atlantic season
Erin is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year, and meteorologists are closely tracking its path and forecast.
Trump administration faces lawsuit over "secret report" on climate change
Environmental groups and independent scientists are criticizing a report assembled by a small team of well-known climate skeptics selected by Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
Here's the transcript of what Putin and Trump said in Alaska
Both President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered brief remarks, but took no questions, in Alaska.
DOJ removes D.C. emergency police chief, agrees to rewrite immigration directive
Attorney General Pam Bondi issued an order Thursday that amounted to a reversal of "sanctuary" policies in D.C. The District sued over the order Friday.
Fewer young peope are reaching economic milestones linked to adulthood
As less young people meet major economic milestones such as moving out and getting married, the concept of adulthood is changing.
"Devil in the Ozarks" spent 6 months planning prison break, report says
An internal review reveals that a former police chief, known as the "Devil in the Ozarks," spent months planning his escape from an Arkansas prison.
Clinton says Trump should get Peace Prize if he ends Ukraine war without concessions
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said if President Trump is the architect of a deal to end the war in Ukraine without Kyiv ceding land to Russia, "I'd nominate him for a Nobel Peace Prize."
PBS slashes budget by 21% following congressional funding cuts
The PBS board voted to cut its budget by 21% on Wednesday, a month after Congress stripped away its federal funding.