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These are some of the last pristine ocean ecosystems. Now, they're losing protections

NPRMonday, August 3, 2026 at 10:53 PM

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These are some of the last pristine ocean ecosystems. Now, they're losing protections
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The largest conservation areas in the U. are in the Pacific Ocean, where tiny islands are epicenters of biodiversity.

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This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today. The largest conservation areas in the U. are in the Pacific Ocean, where tiny islands are epicenters of biodiversity. Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Now and Some.
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The largest conservation areas in the U. are in the Pacific Ocean, where tiny islands are epicenters of biodiversity.

Why it matters

This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today.

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  1. NPR published: These are some of the last pristine ocean ecosystems. Now, they're losing protections

  2. Story is in today’s RedScroll edition. Follow the original source for updates.

Economic impact

Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Now and Some.

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