Atlantic Ocean

Scientists find massive crack under Atlantic that could spark devastating earthquakes soon

New tectonic fault identified 200 kilometers southwest of Portugal may explain historic Lisbon earthquakes and pose future tsunami risks.

Ruins of the Igreja do Carmo in Lisbon, ruined by the 1755 earthquake in Portugal.
Illustration: the Mediterranean as we currently know it.

When the Mediterranean nearly vanished: study reveals kilometric sea-level swings

 The discovered underwater city

The journey to the lost city: The discovery that may change human history

 Atlantic sea surface temperature trend between 1900-2005 (color shading in °C) for the average of six observation datasets.

Scientists link Greenland 'cold blob' to faltering Atlantic conveyor belt


Scientists begin search for 200,000 sunken nuclear waste barrels in the Northeast Atlantic

It is currently unknown where exactly the barrels are located, whether they are alone or in groups, and whether they are still intact.

 Scientists begin search for 200,000 sunken nuclear waste barrels in the Northeast Atlantic. Illustration.

Atlantis Mountain's hidden fortress: A glimpse into Earth's undersea Lost City

Scientists warn, "Any plume or discharge caused by mining could easily enter the extraordinary habitat," highlighting the risks posed by deep-sea mining to the Lost City.

 Atlantis Mountain's hidden fortress: A glimpse into Earth's undersea Lost City.

Climate change made Atlantic hurricanes up to 28 mph stronger, study finds

A new scientific study found that human-caused climate change has intensified Atlantic hurricanes over the past six years.

 Climate change made Atlantic hurricanes up to 28 mph stronger, study finds.

Russian frigate with hypersonic missiles conducts drills in English Channel, enters Atlantic

Russia started mass supplying its military with Zicron missiles to attempt to boost its nuclear forces.

 Russian warships, including small missile ship Sovetsk, sail along the Neva River during the annual Navy Day parade in Saint Petersburg, Russia July 28, 2024.

Sailing in style: Aboard the Sea Cloud Spirit, the world's largest sailing ship

Experience elegance on the Sea Cloud Spirit, blending 1930s luxury with modern amenities. Sail the Atlantic in style with refined cabins, gourmet dining, and serene sea adventures.

The Sea Cloud Spirit, no ordinary ship.

Florida man arrested after trying to cross Atlantic in floating hamster wheel

The man tried sailing from Florida to London, even threatening to blow himself up as officers attempted to detain him.

  U.S. Coast Guard crews stopped Reza Baluchi (seen sticking his head out of his bubble craft) during his journey from Florida to Bermuda on Sunday, April 25th, 2016.

The Atlantic ocean current may collapse this century, scientists warn

The timeframe given for this event moves between 2025 and 2095, with the highest probability given for the year 2057.

 The calm surface of the ocean on a clear day.

Officials to examine data from Titan submersible's mothership in investigation

Reports reveal that the Transportation Safety Board of Canada dispatched officials to the Polar Prince, the lead ship of the OceanGate Titan submersible.

A satellite image shows ships taking part in the search and rescue operations associated with the missing Titan submersible near the wreck of the Titanic, June 22, 2023.

Family of Titan victim outraged by submarine-themed ball at his college

The family of Hamish Harding, one of the passengers who perished on the Titan submersible, criticized his alma mater for throwing an underwater themed ball with submarine decorations.

 The Titan submersible, operated by OceanGate Expeditions to explore the wreckage of the sunken SS Titanic off the coast of Newfoundland, dives in an undated photograph.

What did the final moments of the Titan sub crew look like?

Debris from the Titan submersible indicates that a catastrophic implosion destroyed the sub and instantly killed the five passengers onboard.

 The Titan submersible, operated by OceanGate Expeditions to explore the wreckage of the sunken Titanic off the coast of Newfoundland, dives in an undated photograph

After Titanic sub disaster, industry faces scrutiny

The tragedy of the Titan submersible that imploded during its expedition was an outlier, given that the maker of the vessel opted against certifying the vessel, defying industry convention.

The Titan submersible, operated by OceanGate Expeditions to explore the wreckage of the sunken SS Titanic off the coast of Newfoundland, dives in an undated photograph