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Last update: an hour agoOcean Science Breakthrough: A landmark Ocean Census report says scientists identified 1,121 new marine species in a single year, a 54% jump, including deep-sea finds down to 6,575m like a new deep-sea ghost shark and symbiotic worms on volcanic seamounts—fueling calls for better data to guide ocean protection. Maritime Fraud Probe: Sweden has opened a fresh investigation into the detained tanker Sea Owl I after a replacement captain was arrested over alleged false papers, following earlier claims the ship was registered under a different flag and tied to environmental risk concerns. Regional Spotlight: AfCON PAMOJA 2027 group qualifiers are set to be decided Tuesday in Cairo, with the “Pamoja” co-host spirit shaping the draw as Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda are guaranteed places. Ongoing Context: Separate reporting continues to flag how African-linked shipping registries can be used to sustain Russia’s sanctioned “shadow fleet,” while Africa–France leaders push a “win-win” partnership agenda at the Nairobi summit.
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