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Government of Canada, Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Miawpukek First Nation, Qalipu First Nation, and the town of Burgeo will work together to assess the feasibility of creating a new national marine conservation area

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Friday, June 23, 2023

"Establishing new marine protected areas in Canada is vital to reducing biodiversity loss and mitigating the impacts of climate change through nature-based action.

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  • "Establishing new marine protected areas in Canada is vital to reducing biodiversity loss and mitigating the impacts of climate change through nature-based action.
  • Today's announcement underscores the shared commitment of the Government of Canada, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Miawpukek First Nation, Qalipu First Nation, and the Town of Burgeo to assess the feasibility of creating a national marine conservation area in the South Coast Fjords region.
  • By working together, we can make Canada and the world healthier, more climate resilient and rich in biodiversity for the good of all."
  • Our Government is eager for this important work to begin and look forward to continued collaboration with our partners."

Public Vigilance Needed as Sea Lions and Dolphins Die and Strand in High Numbers in Wake of Toxic Algal Bloom Across SoCal Beaches

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

“It is important for the public to know that animals who have ingested domoic acid (DA) pose a very serious public health and safety risk,” he said.

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  • “It is important for the public to know that animals who have ingested domoic acid (DA) pose a very serious public health and safety risk,” he said.
  • “Adult seals and sea lions with DA can present in unpredictable ways, including increased aggressiveness or lethargy and unresponsiveness.
  • Sea lions with domoic acid often suffer from seizures, dehydration, severe vomiting, aggressive behavior or lethargic unresponsiveness, miscarriages, and even death.
  • Many female sea lions are pregnant this time of year and may give birth in public places far from their normal rookeries.

Mindtech Launches Revolutionary Data Analysis Platform to Improve Quality of ML Models

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Mindtech , the developer of the world’s leading synthetic data creation platform, has today announced the launch of Dolphin, an AI-enhanced, automated dataset analysis platform to help customers solve data issues.

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  • Mindtech , the developer of the world’s leading synthetic data creation platform, has today announced the launch of Dolphin, an AI-enhanced, automated dataset analysis platform to help customers solve data issues.
  • The platform provides insights, statistics, and visualisations for datasets with real and synthetic images.
  • It is fully containerised, allowing easy deployment on-premise or in cloud, optimising data access, minimising data movement and duplication.
  • Users must be able to understand their application by analysing their real world data and using the insights gained to create optimal training data.

While humans were in strict lockdown, wild mammals roamed further – new research

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Saturday, June 10, 2023

This was such a sudden and substantial event that it has become known as the anthropause.

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  • This was such a sudden and substantial event that it has become known as the anthropause.
  • Many bustling cities fell silent, often with restaurants, shops and schools closing, and only essential services allowed to operate.
  • Meanwhile, scientists began to wonder whether this tragic event could provide an opportunity to learn how humans impact the behaviour of wildlife.

What animals did in lockdown

    • The initiative includes several projects tackling this question from different angles, with our first findings now published.
    • It is normally impossible to distinguish these two effects because they are closely matched with each other, but the lockdown provided a chance for us to do this.

Exploring new areas

    • It may be that mammals ventured closer to roads with reduced levels of traffic, while the absence of humans in the environment may have allowed them to explore new areas.
    • For example, a team led by ecologist Chris Wilmers found that cougars, which are typically secretive animals that avoid areas of human habitation, ventured far closer to the built-up areas of Santa Cruz, California, in 2020 than in previous years.
    • For example, we could adjust traffic flows in areas important for animal movement – in some national parks you can only drive during the day to avoid disturbing animals at night.

Publix donates to Sustainable Fisheries Partnership to continue helping protect ocean wildlife

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

On World Oceans Day, Publix is proud to announce its continued efforts to support seafood sustainability and protect ocean wildlife.

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  • On World Oceans Day, Publix is proud to announce its continued efforts to support seafood sustainability and protect ocean wildlife.
  • This year’s donations bring the company’s total contributions to more than $600,000 during their 13-year collaboration with Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP).
  • Over the last year, Publix has donated over $165,000 to SFP to help support fishery and aquaculture improvement projects and other efforts to advance seafood sustainability.
  • Unintended catch, or bycatch, is when fisheries accidentally catch nontarget wildlife, such as whales, sea turtles, sharks, dolphins and seabirds.

Dive Into Summer With Underwater Superheroes on National Geographic’s Annual SHARKFEST Beginning July 2

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

If you’re looking for the most authentic and comprehensive shark-viewing experience ever, look no further than National Geographic’s SHARKFEST.

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  • If you’re looking for the most authentic and comprehensive shark-viewing experience ever, look no further than National Geographic’s SHARKFEST.
  • Sink your teeth into summer with 72 hours of SHARKFEST programming, kicking off July 2 on National Geographic, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Disney+, Hulu and ESPN2.
  • The go-to destinations for science-first shark content will take viewers up close and personal with the ocean’s apex predator.
  • Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior and Nat Geo Kids’ YouTube channels will all have new shark-themed shorts beginning Monday, July 3.

Georgia Aquarium and Margaritaville Vacation Club Bring Island Vibes to Dolphin Coast Gallery with New Partnership

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

Atlanta’s newest resort in Centennial Park, Margaritaville Vacation Club® – Atlanta , extended its commitment to the city today, announcing its presenting partnership of Georgia Aquarium’s Dolphin Coast presentation and gallery.

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  • Atlanta’s newest resort in Centennial Park, Margaritaville Vacation Club® – Atlanta , extended its commitment to the city today, announcing its presenting partnership of Georgia Aquarium’s Dolphin Coast presentation and gallery.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230608005056/en/
    Atlanta’s newest resort in Centennial Park, Margaritaville Vacation Club® – Atlanta, extended its commitment to the city today, announcing its presenting partnership of Georgia Aquarium’s Dolphin Coast presentation and gallery.
  • “Our partnership with Georgia Aquarium helps support a leading nonprofit in our newest timeshare destination – the vibrant city of Atlanta.
  • “We’re thrilled to welcome Margaritaville Vacation Club as a partner of Georgia Aquarium – and to the Downtown Atlanta community,” said Brian Davis, Ph.D., president and CEO of Georgia Aquarium.

Interval International Adds UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA to Its Growing Network of Elite Resorts

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Interval International, a leading worldwide provider of vacation services, recently affiliated UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA, one of RCD Hotels’ luxury Mexico properties.

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  • Interval International, a leading worldwide provider of vacation services, recently affiliated UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA, one of RCD Hotels’ luxury Mexico properties.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230606005072/en/
    UNICO 20° 87° HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA (pictured) is recognized as an Interval International Elite Resort® due to its exceptional service, and luxurious features and appointments.
  • UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA is recognized as an Interval International Elite Resort® due to its exceptional service, and luxurious features and appointments.
  • For those seeking a sense of adventure, UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA can arrange one-of-a-kind experiences such as swimming with dolphins, sailing, ziplining, snorkeling, as well as touring nearby historic sites and natural wonders.

Clean Juice Opens in Dana Point, CA

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Monday, June 5, 2023

DANA POINT, Calif., June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clean Juice®, the first and only USDA-certified organic juice and food bar franchise, announced today the opening of its fifth store in California courtesy of new owner and Franchise Partner, Mendi Bartell.  The Dana Point store will celebrate its grand opening today, located at 34201 Street of the Amber Lantern in the Prado West Development shopping and residential plaza off the famed Pacific Coast Highway.

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  • "I am super excited to open the doors of Clean Juice in Dana Point, bringing the power and value of this brand to its residents and millions of tourists who visit annually," said Bartell.
  • "Clean Juice is the perfect concept for this oceanfront paradise filled with health-minded, eco-conscience people.
  • "I knew the Clean Juice brand and model would perfectly fit Dana Point and its year-round activities.
  • Clean Juice has more than 200 store units in its system since it began franchising in 2016.

First SeaWorld Park Outside of the U.S. Now Open Bringing Inspiring Animal Encounters, Educational Programs and Marine-life Attractions to a New Region of the World

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld is proud to announce that SeaWorld®Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is now open, extending the mission of marine animal conservation, education and inspiration to the UAE region.  The park opening is also a significant milestone for SeaWorld as the first location outside of the U.S., the first marine life theme park in the UAE region, and the first new SeaWorld park in more than 30 years. Opened in February and adjacent to the park, Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue is the first dedicated marine rescue and rehabilitation center in the UAE. Both facilities are animal welfare certified by Global Humane, the international brand of American Humane. SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi's zoological, conservation and educational efforts are informed by nearly 60 years of SeaWorld's world-class animal care experience at its U.S. parks in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego. As the first marine life theme park in the region, SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi will allow guests to experience up-close animal encounters, educational programs marine-life themed rides and attractions that will engage guests to care about marine life.

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  • The park opening is also a significant milestone for SeaWorld as the first location outside of the U.S., the first marine life theme park in the UAE region, and the first new SeaWorld park in more than 30 years.
  • Opened in February and adjacent to the park, Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue is the first dedicated marine rescue and rehabilitation center in the UAE.
  • As the first marine life theme park in the region, SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi will allow guests to experience up-close animal encounters, educational programs marine-life themed rides and attractions that will engage guests to care about marine life.
  • Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Miral, said, "Today, we have made history by launching SeaWorld Abu Dhabi on Yas Island.