Nov 28th, 2008 · Many of the world's fish are heading toward commercial extinction. The next one to go could be the majestic Atlantic bluefin tuna. This week, an international committee meant to protect the species approved fishing levels that far exceed what scientists say is sustainable. Conservationists fear the remaining stocks of bluefin tuna in the Western Atlantic and Mediterranean could collapse completely.
Oct 9th, 2008 · Recently, The Athens News ran a competition to determine the "coolest" person in the Ohio county. The results? A local banjo player beat out a founding member of The Jefferson Airplane.
Sep 5th, 2008 · One of the biggest, fastest and warmest fish in the sea is also one of the most sought after, and one of the most threatened. Can bluefin tuna stocks around the world be saved? Experts explain the history of the tuna, and discuss tracking methods that might help preserve the fish.
Jul 15th, 2008 · Responding to allegations of illegal fishing by French, Italian and Spanish fleets, the European Union has closed this year's Mediterranean bluefin tuna season two weeks early. Scientists say Mediterranean tuna stocks are severely over-fished. Bluefin tuna from the Mediterranean supplies Japan with about one-third of its sushi — one 200 pound tuna can rake in as much as $30,000.
Jan 31st, 2008 · The mercury content of fresh, sushi-grade tuna may be higher than previously thought. A recent sampling of tuna from stores and restaurants in 23 cities turned up twice the levels of mercury as in previous FDA estimates.
Oct 3rd, 2007 · A clean, safe and sustainable seafood option, canned wild salmon is also high in omega-3s. Betsy Block explains why it's preferable to other kinds of salmon and tuna, and shares a few ways to get the healthy fish into your family's diet.
Jul 23rd, 2007 · Tokyo is the site for the world's largest fish market, a place famous for the ultra-high quality tuna featured at the city's best sushi restaurants.
May 27th, 2007 · Environmentalists and fishermen are at odds off the south coast of France. The fishermen objected to being photographed while catching tuna with driftnets -- a practice banned by the U.N. and the European Union.