Welcome to Wednesday, June 8th, cephalopods and crustaceans...

Today is World Ocean’s Day, dedicated to raising awareness of the threats to our world’s oceans and encouraging action to protect these vital ecosystems. 

World Oceans Day helps inform the public of the impact of human activities on the ocean, to develop a worldwide movement of citizens fighting for ocean health. 

How are you celebrating World Ocean’s Day?

China Stifles Efforts in Hong Kong to Remember the Tiananmen Square Massacre

The Chinese government’s police forces made several arrests and used heavy-handed searches of would-be demonstrators to suppress vigils in Hong Kong commemorating the 33rd anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre. 

The government prohibits the event’s discussion in media reporting and educational materials, internet searches for the topic are blocked, and security forces are mobilized annually on June 4th to prevent public remembrances.

How do you feel about the Chinese government suppressing Tiananmen vigils?

Gas Prices Hit New Highs as Eight States Top $5 Per Gallon

The national average price for a gallon of gas reached a new record high of $4.86 on Monday. That’s an increase of 25 cents over the past week, 59 cents over the last month, and $1.81 more than a year ago, according to AAA.

Gas prices continue to rise due to supply and demand factors in the energy market.

Are you feeling the financial sting of gas prices reaching record highs?

#TeamSeas for NFTs

Planning to support efforts to clean the oceans of toxic plastics? May as well get something for all that giving you do...

We call it a "charitable sweepstakes"—each dollar you donate to #TeamSeas earns you entries for a chance to win 1 of 4 NFTs by famed Japanese artist Hiroshi Yoshii. 

All the Memes Fit to Post

And, In The End...

What did the beach say to the sea? ..."Long tide, no sea."

How are you helping the ocean today?

—Jamie Epstein

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