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March 12, 2024 by HAL
The 2024 Sony World Photography Awards Open Competition has announced winners and finalists in categories like Natural World & Wildlife, including stunning underwater images by photographers from Japan, Vietnam, and the US. Entries were received from over 220 countries, with nearly 400,000 images submitted for consideration. Read the article
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Join Sea Shepherd San Diego at San Diego Vegan Festival on April 13th at Waterfront Park, presenting vegan lifestyle and campaign updates. Read the article
ScubaRadio airs every Saturday from 3-5pm EST, offering dive news and information with a fun twist. Viewers can watch the live studio video feed and engage through phone, email, or the website. Greg The Divemaster leads the show, which is popular globally for its diving content. Read the article
Coral bleaching occurs when corals expel algae due to environmental stress, turning them transparent. Bleaching doesn’t immediately kill corals but weakens them, impacting marine biodiversity as they provide habitat and food for many species. With rising ocean temperatures, coral reefs face increased mortality, leading to a decline in marine ecosystems and potential ecosystem collapse. Read […]
Canon Enhances Cinema RAW Light Formats for the EOS C500 Mark II Canon has updated the firmware of the EOS C500 Mark II camera, expanding its Cinema RAW Light capabilities. The upgrade includes three new RAW formats, offering 12-bit recording at all frame rates. This enhancement provides over 68 billion colors and a reduction in […]
An underwater photographer, Justin Hofman, encountered a curious giant Pacific octopus while diving off the coast of Alaska. The octopus seemed as interested in him as he was in it. Justin’s experience with octopuses helped him handle the interaction well, capturing it on film to share with others. Watch the video to see how he […]
PADI and GoPro have collaborated to introduce the GoPro PADI Distinctive Specialty course, offering scuba divers training on using GoPro cameras and editing software to create captivating underwater content and inspire others to explore and protect marine environments. Read the article
Scientists observed and reported no fishing activity in the Vaquita Refuge on March 12th, except for one small boat at 20:00. Various zones were monitored, with no net fishing or diving seen. Radar was used for observations. Read the article
Montenegro’s Laboratory of Maritime Archaeology, leading the Wrecks4All project, aims to showcase and preserve shipwrecks in the Southern Adriatic. The project digitizes wrecks for accessibility, like the French destroyer Dague sunk in WWI. The team uses advanced technology and plans to expand the project to new territories, involving conferences, courses, and more wrecks in Montenegro, […]
PADI Club membership, costing $49.95 annually, offers a 20% discount on PADI Gear, including scuba attire like rashguards and hoodies. To use the discount, members receive a promo code to apply during checkout. Other benefits include free courses, dive trips, and a magazine subscription, with 5% of fees supporting ocean conservation. Read the article
Test your knowledge with a Jellyfish Quiz to earn a subscription discount. Read the article
The Marine Biological Association (MBA) in Plymouth celebrates 140 years of bio-breakthroughs, highlighting studies from micro-organisms to apex predators. Seven Nobel Laureates have researched there, including discoveries related to nerve-cell signaling. The MBA houses the Continuous Plankton Recorder Survey, shaping scientific understanding of ocean health and climate change impacts on marine life. Commended for its […]
A new deep-sea worm species, Pectinereis strickrotti, was discovered near a methane seep off the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The worm moves in a wavy pattern like a magic carpet, has feathery appendages for swimming, and is blind but likely has a keen sense of smell and touch. Its large jaws hint at mystery […]
Bonaire, a popular dive destination, is ideal for both beginners and experienced divers with its protected marine park, diverse marine life, and shallow shore dives. The island offers opportunities to spot unique creatures like frogfish and seahorses, while the west side has reefs and critters, and the east side offers encounters with larger marine species […]
Recent discoveries about the megalodon reveal it was much larger than previously thought, not resembling great white sharks. New research challenges past estimations, suggesting the megalodon was twice as big. The extinction of the megalodon may be linked to radiation from a supernova. It likely had a different appearance with a shorter nose and longer […]
No small boats were observed fishing in designated areas. The report includes detailed counts and radar screenshots, showing no fishing activity in the monitored zones for the day. Read the article
A marine science expedition took place from February 18th to 26th along Thailand’s west coast with 29 scheduled dives and a British marine biologist, Gavin Miller, as a guest. Read the article
March 12, 2024 / March 11, 2024 by HAL
Phoenix Training and Safety Diving Academy aims to lure and keep the interest of young divers by providing educational materials and a positive atmosphere during training sessions like drills and exercises. Read the article
March 11, 2024 by HAL
SSI has introduced a new Computer Diving specialty course aiming to familiarize divers with dive computers’ features and safety benefits, including pre-dive planning, nitrox settings, and digital logbooks. Read the article
The text discusses horrifying incidents in deep ocean diving involving saturation diving hazards and encounters with Humboldt squid, highlighting the dangers faced at extreme depths. Read the article
Scuba Diver magazine now charges monthly for the latest digital issue, offering a free trial. Previous digital editions and print copies are available for free. Issue #83 covers underwater photography awards, Apeks’ 50th anniversary, a documentary on Jill Heinerth, medical insights on diving, travel features on Cyprus, Turks and Caicos, the Philippines, Indonesia, and France. […]
Scientists in New Zealand discovered around 100 new ocean species during an expedition to the Bounty Trough. The expedition, part of the Ocean Census project, collected samples from depths of up to 4,800 meters. The team found new species of fish, molluscs, corals, and more. The specimens will be studied to confirm the new discoveries. […]
PADI collaborated with the Colombian government to create an official Diving Guide showcasing the country’s underwater wonders, aiming to promote safe and sustainable diving practices. This guide is now widely available for free, highlighting the successful partnership between PADI and the government. Read the article
Nemo Diving Center and Fourth Element Dive Gear partner to promote ocean positivity and conservation. Read the article
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