Oceanography

Moai statues stand at the Ahu Tongariki site on Rafa Nui (Easter Island). Credit: Noah Paoa

The iconic moai statues of Rafa Nui (Easter Island) are threatened by rising sea levels

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A new study examines how sea level rise has affected the famous statues so far and how many of them will survive an additional rise of several meters given the data on global warming.
The Gulf Stream - the hot parts in red and the cold in blue. Illustration: depositphotos.com

Will the climate crisis turn off the strong Gulf Stream?

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New research from University College London reveals that the Gulf Stream was stronger during the last ice age due to stronger winds. Could future climate change weaken the current and affect the
Diagram - structure of the Gulf of Eilat. Courtesy of the researchers

the good dust

Every year a dust storm occurs at the bottom of the Gulf of Eilat that may reduce global warming
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