Severe Algal Bloom in Southern California

A severe algal bloom in Southern California is causing widespread poisoning and high mortality among dolphins, sea lions, and other marine life. Lifeguards are experiencing emotional distress due to frequent strandings. The bloom, likely worsened by nutrient runoff and climate change, is the most severe in recent years with no clear end in sight.

Google's AI Project to Understand Dolphin Communication

Google is using artificial intelligence to understand how dolphins communicate with the hope that humans could one day chat with them. They have built an AI model called DolphinGemma to analyze and categorize dolphin sounds gathered by the Wild Dolphin Project. The model aims to establish a shared vocabulary for interactive communication with dolphins.

Sea-Mammal Crisis in Southern California

Sea lions in Southern California are washing up on the shore ill or dead due to a neurotoxin from an algae bloom. Rescue organizations are overwhelmed, and the toxin has been devastating to sea life, especially dolphins. The cause of the severe toxin levels is still being studied.

Fuel Oil Spill in the Kerch Strait

Thirty-two dolphins have died in the Kerch Strait due to a fuel oil spill from two tankers. A total of 61 dead cetaceans have been recorded, with most deaths likely occurring before the spill. The spill has led to a regional emergency declaration and cleanup efforts in the area.

Fentanyl Found in Bottlenose Dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico

Researchers at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi found traces of fentanyl in bottleneck dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico, leading to concerns about the impact of pharmaceuticals on marine life.

NFL players and coaches react positively to Dolphins head coach's response on handling players speaking out on political issues

NFL players and coaches react positively to Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel's response to handling players speaking out on political issues, emphasizing the importance of believing in what they say and understanding the consequences. The article criticizes the NFL's initial response to Harrison Butker's defense of Christianity.