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Humpback whales

They weren't expecting something this big to crash the party.
"The whales were so close you could touch them."
Whales: they get personal.
Just incredible.
"It was one of the most exhilarating moments of my life," said a photographer.
A 1,600 km-wide patch of warm water in the Pacific Ocean has propelled a toxic algae bloom.
These non-governmental organizations have sent a very clear message to scientists -- those who provide factual information that counters the statements or beliefs of NGOs will be bullied and intimidated to silence our voices. This apparent disregard for truthfulness and scientific facts not only undermines the credibility of these NGOs, but also does a great disservice to other NGOs that respect and effectively use science to affect public policy.