World Ocean Day in Bermuda: Government House unveiled “Whaleen,” a 20-foot humpback whale sculpture made from 1,000+ pieces of marine debris collected during shoreline clean-ups, with youth and school groups helping finish it. Ocean cleanup in a hurry: Benchmark Resorts & Hotels is rolling out World Oceans Day spa treatments in Bermuda and elsewhere, with each booking tied to removing 25 pounds of plastic and trash via 4ocean. Marine science push: Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences says the DeepVenture submersible will be tested in local waters this month, alongside RV Atlantis and RV Atlantic Explorer, as the island continues to support deep-ocean research. Community cleanups: HSBC Bermuda is sponsoring Keep Bermuda Beautiful’s Monthly Community Cleanups, covering supplies like gloves, trash bags and recycling bags. Marine governance training: Ocean Finance Education Lab (formerly Young Leaders in Ocean Governance) has opened applications for a 10-week programme on climate finance and ocean governance for early-career Bermudians. Local environment action: The Public Works and Environment Minister urged Earth Day and World Oceans Day participation, including clean-ups and cutting single-use plastics. Bermuda waters recreation: A new electric paddleboard rental venture is preparing to launch in Bermuda after testing in Mangrove Bay, using onboard motor assist for changing tides and winds.