Scuba News-Gazette
Here, we curate the latest news, discoveries, and conservation efforts from across the web, keeping you updated on everything scuba diving. From groundbreaking research and awe-inspiring dives to essential gear reviews and travel recommendations, Scuba News is your one-stop shop for all things scuba diving. So, gear up for knowledge, and stay informed about the ever-evolving world beneath the waves!
- Episode 379 -Out of Gas On The Speigel Grove
Experienced divers can face close calls, as showcased in a story about running out of gas on the Speigel Grove shipwreck. This incident highlights the importance of preparedness even for seasoned divers.
Read the entire article at www.thegreatdivepodcast.com
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- The Best Dive Sites in Jamaica
Jamaica offers fantastic scuba diving experiences with its best dive sites, enticing divers with beautiful underwater scenery.
Read the entire article at blog.padi.com
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- Snorkeling in Curaçao: What You Need to Know
Snorkeling in Curaçao allows exploring the Caribbean's diverse underwater world.
Read the entire article at www.divecuracao.info
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- Scuba Diver Sucked Into Nuclear Plant Pipe [Video]
A scuba diver got sucked into an underwater pipe near a nuclear plant due to Delta-P pressure, highlighting the risks of exploring unknown structures underwater.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Search for 20-year-old missing diver near Swanage called off
The search for a missing 20-year-old diver near Swanage has been halted. The diver, Emily Sherwin, disappeared diving at Old Harry Rocks in Studland Bay.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
DIVE Magazine missing diver Old Harry Rocks Swanage
- Book Review: Fire on Monroe Bravo by Fred Lockwood
The book 'Fire on Monroe Bravo' by Fred Lockwood is part of the Jack Collier series and follows the adventures of Jack and Sandro as they arrive at an oil and gas platform in the North Sea with their company, Marine Salvage & Investigation.
Read the entire article at www.scubaverse.com
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- 17 Aquariums Offer Great Scuba Diving Experiences In The US
Explore 17 aquariums across the US that offer unique scuba diving experiences for divers looking for new adventures. These aquariums provide an opportunity to dive when travel options are limited, presenting a novel way to enjoy underwater exploration in a controlled environment.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Join Sea Shepherd San Diego at DEMA 2024 in Las Vegas
Sea Shepherd San Diego invites you to join them at DEMA 2024 in Las Vegas.
Read the entire article at seashepherd.org
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- Jill Heinerth – Canada’s longest underwater cave, and the discovery of Shackleton’s ship Quest
Jill Heinerth, an accomplished explorer and cave diver, will be presenting at the GO Diving Show ANZ in Sydney. She is known for her technical rebreather diving and her discovery of Canada’s longest underwater cave and Shackleton’s ship, Quest.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
cave diver Jill Heinerth Scuba Diver Mag underwater cave
- Cases of champagne found on 19th Century wreck
A Polish diving group found a 19th-century shipwreck with over 100 bottles of champagne and other items 58 meters deep near Oland, Sweden. The discovery includes wine, porcelain, and mineral water, and may have been heading to Russia.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
19th-century shipwreck champagne Polish diving group Scuba Diver Mag
- Join Us on the Next PADI Club Trip in La Paz, Mexico
Join the PADI Club trip in La Paz, Mexico from 12-19 October, 2024 to dive with Captain Jason Chambers of Below Deck.
Read the entire article at blog.padi.com
Captain Jason Chambers La Paz PADI Club trip
- Jobs For Certified Scuba Divers
There are various career options available for certified scuba divers in the diving industry.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- DIVE’s Big Shot – Bright and Beautiful
Share your best underwater photos to win a liveaboard trip. Competition for best cave photos.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
cave photos DIVE Magazine Liveaboard Trip Underwater Photography Competition
- Divers reveal spectacular Roman floor at Baia
Divers found a stunning Roman marble floor at Baia, Sicily, part of an underwater archaeological park, showcasing their latest restoration work.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
Baia divers Roman floor Scuba Diver Mag
- QUIZ: UK Jellyfish
Test your knowledge of UK jellyfish species on DIVE Magazine's quiz to unlock a special reward.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
DIVE Magazine quiz species UK jellyfish
- Photographer of the Week – Mark Green
Mark Green is the featured Photographer of the Week on DPG.
Read the entire article at www.divephotoguide.com
DPG RSS Mark Green Photographer of the Week
- Dive Raja Ampat and Save
Travel to Raja Ampat and save with exclusive dive specials at Meridian Adventure Dive. Customize your diving package with no set arrival or departure days. Packages available include 6 nights/7 days with 10 dives and 1 night free for $2,098 per person sharing.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
diving package Meridian Adventure Dive Raja Ampat Scuba Diver Mag
- Deadly Antarctic Creature Discovered? [Video]
A group of scientists reported finding a mysterious and dangerous creature in the Antarctic waters, a discovery that is gaining attention again.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
Antarctic deadly creature For Scuba Divers Scientists
- My Whale Report News – May 2024
Sighting reports from citizen scientists are crucial for protecting at-risk cetaceans like whales and dolphins. Photographs of the month include Humpback Whales and Risso’s Dolphins.
Read the entire article at ocean.org
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- Wakatobi Expands Coral Reef Protection
Wakatobi Dive Resort is enhancing coral reef protection efforts with a new Reef Health Assessment program led by marine biologist Julia Mellers. The program aims to evaluate and maintain coral reef health at the resort.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- PSI-PCI Issues Alert on Chinese Sourced Scuba Cylinders
PSI-PCI warns about Chinese scuba cylinders' low quality and potential ties to forced labor in Xinjiang. The alert emphasizes the importance of considering the hidden costs associated with these cylinders.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- PSI-PCI Visual Cylinder Inspection® Training and more at DEMA Show 2024
PSI-PCI offers Visual Cylinder Inspection® training at DEMA Show 2024 in Las Vegas, meeting Federal requirements for cylinder inspection knowledge and formal training. The program provides essential skills for individuals inspecting cylinders as part of their job.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
DEMA Show 2024 DiveNewswire PSI-PCI Visual Cylinder Inspection® training
- Six Myths About Plastic Pollution: Debunked
Plastics, recycling, and oceans struggle with pollution,
Read the entire article at oceana.org
Oceana oceans plastics Recycling
- PADI Members Around the World Celebrate 10th Annual Women’s Dive Day
PADI Members globally marked the 10th Annual Women's Dive Day on July 20, 2024, by organizing local events.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 7-27-24.
The ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 7-27-24 featured discussions on wreck diving, marine life encounters, and safety tips for new divers.
Read the entire article at scubaradio.com
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- The Top 5 Dive Sites in Curaçao: Exploring a Divers Paradise
Curaçao's top 5 dive sites boast colorful coral reefs and diverse marine life.
Read the entire article at www.divecuracao.info
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- Latest Edition of Scuba Diving Industry Magazine Out July 30
The latest edition of Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, out on July 30, will feature articles on trends in travel, retail, and training. One of the articles by Cathryn Castle Garcia discusses branding and marketing strategies for businesses in the scuba diving industry.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- How to Take Action With Dive Against Debris: Activate Your New PADI Member Benefit
Join Dive Against Debris to support ocean cleanliness.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
Dive Against Debris ocean clean-up. PADI AWARE Foundation PADI Pros
- PADI Members Celebrates 10th Annual Women’s Dive Day
The 10th annual PADI Women’s Dive Day celebrated worldwide unity and inclusion in scuba diving, promoting ocean exploration and conservation for all divers.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- Join BLU3 and Brownie’s Demo Program at Force-E’s New Training Facility
BLU3 partners with Force-E Scuba to offer a new Training Facility in Fort Lauderdale with discounted gear and diving tech from BLU3 and Brownie’s. Dive shops can join as demo partners to provide customers with advanced battery-powered systems.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- Search underway off Swanage for missing teenage diver
A search is ongoing for a missing teenage diver off Swanage, involving rescue teams, lifeboats, and helicopters.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
Scuba Diver Mag search Swanage teenage diver
- New DIVE BOAT Act Campaign Images Added
DEMA continues work on the DIVE BOAT Act for insurance premium relief, and new campaign images are released for social media sharing to gain support.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- Aggressor Adventures Offers New Group Specials
Aggressor Adventures offers new group specials, providing savings for small and large groups booking adventure travel. With over 40 years of experience, they reward customers and resellers with incentives like one free guest for every five paying guests and extra free spaces for larger groups on select adventures.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- Cuttlefish Intelligence Amazes Scientists
Cuttlefish are intelligent creatures capable of passing cognitive tests designed for children, showing surprising levels of intelligence. Scientists are amazed by the cognitive abilities of cuttlefish. Cuttlefish are intelligent creatures capable of passing cognitive tests designed for children, showing surprising levels of intelligence. Scientists are amazed by the cognitive abilities of cuttlefish.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
Cuttlefish For Scuba Divers intelligence Scientists
- Carbon Dioxide – the Dreaded Enemy (part 3)
Understanding carbon dioxide in the body while scuba diving is crucial to diver safety. Proper precautions and countermeasures can help mitigate the risks associated with elevated CO2 levels underwater.
Read the entire article at alertdiver.eu
Alert Diver Magazine | DAN Europe carbon dioxide diver safety scuba diving
- Carbon Dioxide – the Dreaded Enemy (part 3)
The article discusses precautions and countermeasures to enhance diver safety regarding carbon dioxide in diving.
Read the entire article at alertdiver.eu
Alert Diver Magazine | DAN Europe countermeasures diver safety precautions
- Breaching whale capsizes small boat off New Hampshire
A humpback whale capsized a small boat off New Hampshire, throwing two boaters from the vessel as it landed on the stern.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- Emperor Divers introduces Ladies Dive Cruise for PADI Womens Dive Day
Emperor Divers celebrates PADI Women's Dive Day with a special ladies dive cruise based on requests from female divers.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
Emperor Divers Ladies Dive Cruise PADI Women's Dive Day Scuba Diver Mag
- Mistakes are good- learning from mistakes is sometimes better than getting it right
Mistakes in scuba diving can be valuable learning experiences, assisting divers in remembering key lessons. Debriefing sessions after mistakes occur help students understand what went wrong, why it happened, and how to prevent it in the future. This critical thinking process enhances memory retention and skill development.
Read the entire article at www.thehumandiver.com
Critical thinking Debrief mistakes The Human Diver Blog
- Book a liveaboard trip in 2025 with BSAC Egypt
Book a liveaboard trip in 2025 with BSAC Egypt for a luxurious experience diving in the Red Sea aboard the M/Y Majestic.
Read the entire article at www.bsac.com
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- The safeguarding role of Welfare Officers in BSAC clubs
Welfare Officers play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of all club members.
Read the entire article at www.bsac.com
British Sub-Aqua Club - News & blog club members Welfare Officers well-being
- Deep Sea Isopod – A close encounter with Isopods
Deep sea isopods, resembling giant insects, are encountered up close in the ocean.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- New DIVE BOAT Act Campaign Images Added!
DEMA created social media campaign materials for The DIVE BOAT Act to aid business operators with insurance premium relief. A new set of graphics has been added to the campaign, urging people to share and support the act by downloading the new materials and spreading the message.
Read the entire article at demaorg.blogspot.com
dema DEMA News social media campaign The DIVE BOAT Act
- Straight Talk From PADI CEO: World Ocean Day Calls on Ocean Torchbearers To Act
PADI CEO emphasizes acting as ocean torchbearers to support World Ocean Day initiatives.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- Exploring the Depths of Kona, Hawaii With PADI Club
PADI Club, Kona, Hawaii, diving fun
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- Industry Profile – Bill Acker
Bill Acker, owner of Manta Ray Bay Hotel & Yap Divers, highlights the importance of prioritizing safety, respect for the environment, and high-quality customer service in the diving industry.
Read the entire article at diveindustrynews.net
Bill Acker Dive Industry Association Inc. Manta Ray Bay Hotel Yap Divers
- Brazil sharks test positive for cocaine
Sharks in Brazil tested positive for cocaine in a study by marine biologists. The sharpnose sharks were found with cocaine in their system after samples were collected.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- Diver Gets Caught In Power Plant’s Discharge Current
A scuba diver accidentally gets caught in a rip current caused by an underwater discharge pipe near a power plant, providing an adventurous experience despite the potential danger.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Three-in-one with the OrcaTorch D710V
The OrcaTorch D710V is a professional video light with a wide flood beam. It offers more than just standard dive light features.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- The Best Underwater Cameras for Beginners
Underwater cameras are essential for capturing scuba diving beauty and sharing adventures.
Read the entire article at www.girlsthatscuba.com
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