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Toxic Tides and Broken Promises in Papua New Guinea
Mass marine die-off triggers health emergency in New Ireland Province as neglected coastal towns wait on government action
Apr 7 • Rachel Ramirez

March 2026

The UN says wait, but the White House says go
ISA meeting concludes with no mining code, while Trump expands potential mining areas and makes a deal with Japan
Mar 20 • Rachel Ramirez
How conflict in the Strait of Hormuz is devastating local fisheries and ecosystems
As the world watches the oil markets, a silent ecological collapse threatens livelihoods and the biodiversity of one of the world's most vital maritime…
Mar 11 • Rachel Ramirez
Drowning in data, starving for equity
New papers highlight the gap between research and the reality of managing oceans
Mar 2 • Rachel Ramirez

February 2026

Introducing The Confluence
The name refers to the vital, turbulent intersection where the rigor of ocean science meets the heartbeat of social justice.
Feb 15 • Rachel Ramirez

January 2026

Coming soon
This is The Confluence.
Jan 29 • The Confluence
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