Atlantic 'cold blob' caused by weakening ocean current system that's likely nearing a tipping point, reanalysis finds

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Jun 7, 2026, 1:20 pm121 ptsTrending
A part of the Atlantic Ocean, just south of Greenland and Iceland, has been cooling off while the rest of the world gets hotter. This enigmatic patch is often referred to as the "cold blob" and scientists have been trying to figure out the mechanisms behind its cooling. While some studies have blamed increased…

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