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Peruvian team finds 12-million-year-old near-perfect dolphin ancestor

The Ocucaje Desert, often labeled a great hotel for marine animals because of calm conditions that once prevailed there, has long served as a cemetery for ancient species.

Whale fossils in the Ocucaje desert, Peru.
Whale fossils in the Ocucaje desert, Peru.

Scientists found a 3.5-meter dolphin fossil in a desert that was once an ancient ocean

A Humback Whale surrounded by dolphins.

Dolphins aren't just hitching rides - some humpbacks play back

 The dolphin being studied is of the Stenella frontalis species. Complex communication signals

'Cruel and unnecessary': Florida charter captain jailed for poisoning, shooting dolphins


Germany warns Israel against attack on Iran

Barak meets German counterpart de Maiziere who says Berlin selling Israel 6th military submarine, warns "military escalation would bring incalculable risks for Israel and region, to the detriment of Israel."

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Dolphin therapy helps mute Israeli teen speak

After being attacked by his peers in high school, Azva became mute, suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.

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Fine levied on Dolphin Reef for coral damage

Eilat Magistrate’s Court imposes fine for harming the coral in the Red Sea bay by crushing the organisms with rocks and dirt.

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Israel's strategic weapon

The navy's submarines are widely believed to be Israel's second-strike capability; state is scheduled to increase its fleet from 3 to 5.

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Berlin to provide Israel with 6th submarine

Germany to build and pay one-third of cost of Dolphin-type submarine, sixth in Israel's fleet.

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Officials mum over report Berlin may renege on sub deal

Decision to sell advanced submarine is being reconsidered in light of Israel failure to move forward on talks with Palestinian Authority.

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Dolphin healing ability offers important insight for humans

Researchers discover dolphins' "remarkable" and "mysterious" ability to heal; a skill that was previously poorly documented.

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‘Germany willing to fund 6th Dolphin-class sub for Israel'

'Der Spiegel':Israel already has 3 Dolphin-class subs; another 2 under construction in Germany have expected delivery dates 2012 and 2013.

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'Germany to finalize sale of Dolphin submarine to Israel'

'Der Spiegel': Berlin will subsidize deal of nuke-capable sub with 135m. euros; deal reached after German defense minister meets PM, Barak.

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Israel moving forward with sixth German submarine

Dolphin-class U212 subs have improved propulsion system and can stay submerged for long periods.

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