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Marine biologist Kent Carpenter shot dead in Philippines

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A prominent American marine biologist, Kent Carpenter, was fatally shot in his home in the Philippines by three masked assailants. The attackers stole a laptop, cash, and a backpack before fleeing. Carpenter, 73, was a professor at Old Dominion University known for his extensive research on marine conservation and the impact of global warming on coral reefs. His work significantly influenced conservation efforts worldwide, and his death has been mourned by various environmental and academic institutions. AI

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Marine biologist Kent Carpenter shot dead in Philippines

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    This marine biologist warned that coral loss could collapse the oceans. Then 3 men walked into his house and shot him

    Months before Kent Carpenter's planned retirement, a masked trio killed the Old Dominion professor in his home in the Philippines.

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