Gliders can stay at sea for months, move far offshore and work in all types of weather. They’re equipped with underwater microphones that scientists use to track the animals.
At least fifteen whales have died from vessel strikes since 2017 and forty whales have died of all causes, according to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Conservationists estimate there are between 350 and 360 whales left, and fewer than 70 reproductive females. Off Miscou Island, N.B., earlier this week, a calf was also seen entangled in fishing gear. Officials said a tracking tag was successfully attached to the entangled gear, which could help efforts to disentangle the whale.
United Nations starts to move tons of aid from U.S.-built pier off Gaza coast after security fears suspended work there 235 flights cancelled as WestJet waits to hear from labour minister on next steps in mechanics strike It was a tale of two restaurants in Sydney, N.S., on Saturday as one popular eatery reopened for a couple of days, while another has temporarily closed.
Saskatoon city council votes in favour of housing accelerator fund after two days of contentious debate