Mermaids Past and Present Keep Things Real
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A group of âmersistersâ were thrust into a national spotlight when a New York photographer shot them underwater and in the nude.
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Since ancient times poets have revered the power of the seas. Now energy companies and coastal cities like New York and San Francisco  are aiming to tap ocean waves and tidal currents as abundant sources of electricity.
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There's something fishy afoot in the world of Dutch herring.
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You try singing and dancing while wearing a tail. More than a little difficult. Yet "The Little Mermaid" Â tail intact Â amiably swims along on good cheer and charm.
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By RANDOLPH E. SCHMID Associated Press  Scientists discover exotic creatures more mysterious than most can imagine.   WASHINGTON -- Peering deep into the sea, scientists are finding creatures more mysterious than many could have imagined.
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The natural world was the focus of much nanotechnology and energy research. Robots, meanwhile, were learning to mimic crabs and bees.
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By The Wisconsin State Journal  Dec. 12--The resilience of life on Earth continues to amaze and inspire.   And a little reassurance is probably needed, given such threats as  terrorism, global warming and bird flu.
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After decades of dives, a scientist offers a theory to explain the spectacular deceptions of cephalopods.
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Daniel Travis spent many long hours swimming next to dozens of real sharks to make Open Water, this summer&#39;s scariest movie. But he doesn&#39;t consider it his most dangerous encounter with Mother Nature.
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Clean-up continues with waters still rising in some areas.
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By Susan Gordon, The News Tribune, Tacoma, Wash.  Sep.
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The manatee has unique perceptual abilities, perfectly suited to its niche in the world. New research challenges the notion that these sea mammals are not all that bright.
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A "playful" killer whale who likes to frolic alongside fishermen has damaged three boats in separate incidents in recent weeks. Luna, described by fishermen as a friendly 5-year-old whale, has made frequent contact with people and boats in waters off Vancouver Island.
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How do corals monitor the moonâs phases and know when to start mingling? Scientists report theyâve found the answer.
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The miniature people found to have lived on an Indonesian island until 13,000 years ago have shaken up views of the human past.
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A study of pre-historic animals reveals the crucial role of the English Channel in shaping  Britain's natural history.
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Washington Post science writer Juliet Eilperin discusses her Monday Science Page feature story about how technology is transforming our understanding of the ocean.