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!
- 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
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- 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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- Indulge in Opulence: A Guide to Luxury Hotels in Dubai
Dubai boasts opulent, luxurious accommodations with beachfront resorts and iconic skyscraper hotels, providing unparalleled views of the Arabian Gulf.
Read the entire article at nemodivingcenter.com
Arabian Gulf Dubai luxury accommodations Nemo Diving Center
- 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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- Danes arrest Paul Watson at Japan’s request
Danish police detained Captain Paul Watson at Japan’s request due to an international arrest order. Watson, known for his anti-whaling activism, founded the Sea Shepherd organization.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
Danish Paul Watson Scuba Diver Mag Sea Shepherd
- QUIZ: Jacques Cousteau
Test your knowledge of Jacques Cousteau with this quiz from DIVE Magazine.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
DIVE Magazine Jacques Cousteau quiz
- The Great Shark Snapshot
Sharks need our help to survive, and many activities support their conservation. Events like the Great Eggcase Hunt involve finding and recording shark eggcases on beaches, which anyone can join. The Shark Trust is committed to protecting sharks and encourages people to participate in various initiatives to help secure their future in the ocean.
Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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- Flying Blind: Blackwater Baby Steps
Stephen Wolborsky contributes to putting Guam on the blackwater diving map.
Read the entire article at www.divephotoguide.com
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- Orca – How These Super Predators Rule The Seas
Orcas, also known as killer whales, are highly intelligent apex predators in the ocean. Their capabilities remain a source of curiosity and fascination among divers eager to understand these large mammals.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- 2024 NOGI Awards Gala Tickets Now On Sale
Tickets for the 2024 NOGI Awards Gala in Las Vegas are now available. The gala will take place at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- Diveheart Documentary Features in Film Festival
A group of students from Glenbrook South High School has created a documentary about Diveheart and its scuba therapy initiatives. The film, highlighting adaptive scuba diving for veterans, has been submitted to a national student film festival.
Read the full article at www.deeperblue.com
DiveHeart scuba Scuba Diving – DeeperBlue.com therapy
- Explore Your PADI Membership Benefits
Being a PADI Member connects you with a global community of scuba enthusiasts, fostering a shared love for underwater exploration. It allows you to engage in memorable adventures and positively impact the lives of others through diving experiences.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- Explore Your Professional Membership Benefits
Joining the PADI professional community offers access to benefits for scuba divers worldwide, providing opportunities for work and adventure both locally and internationally.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- Explore Your Retail and Resort Membership Benefits
PADI promotes diver education, emphasizing safety and protecting ocean inhabitants through its membership benefits.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- For the Love of Sharks 2024 – Steve Backshall and Guests
Steve Backshall and other marine experts will share their passion for sharks at the "For the Love of Sharks 2024" event on November 29, 2024. The evening will be filled with engaging stories about these wonderful marine animals and the importance of their conservation. This event aims to inspire attendees about the beauty and significance of sharks in our oceans.
Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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- Snorkel Guides Are Here: Introducing the New PADI Snorkel Guide Course
PADI introduces the new Snorkel Guide Course, available to PADI Open Water Scuba Instructors and PADI Freediver™ Instructors, allowing them to teach the course.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- Below the Line – Mexico’s Tren Maya is destroying Yucatán cenotes
Mexico's Tren Maya railway construction is causing significant damage to Yucatán cenotes, natural wonders in the region.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- Experience The Great Barrier Reef Above and Below the Surface
The Great Barrier Reef is a top destination for divers, boasting the most extensive reef system globally.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Why Scuba Diving Makes You Happier
Scuba diving enhances happiness through a deep connection to nature, Blue Mind state, stress relief via breathing, and fostering a diving community.
Read the entire article at www.originaldiving.com
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- Alonissos: The complete diving destination (Part 1)
Discover scuba diving opportunities in Alonissos, a small Greek Island in the North Aegean Sea.
Read the entire article at www.scubaverse.com
Alonissos Greek Island scuba diving Scubaverse
- PADI Pros Making a Difference in Shark Conservation
PADI Pros, shark conservation, become part of the solution
Read the entire article at blog.padi.com
PADI Pros shark conservation solution
- Scottish 10k
The Scottish 10K is an exciting running event in Edinburgh on August 18, 2024. Participants can enjoy the beautiful East Lothian Coast while being part of the vibrant Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It's a perfect opportunity for runners of all skill levels, and people can also support sharks and rays by joining #TeamSHARK.
Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Edinburgh Scottish 10K sharks The Shark Trust
- 2024 International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame Ceremony Announced
The 2024 International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held on September 28, 2024, at the Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman. The event will honor two local and four international scuba pioneers, recognizing their significant contributions to diving and watersports. The ceremony is expected to attract attendees from around the world, with a keynote speech by 2014 inductee Dan Orr.
Read the full article at www.deeperblue.com
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- Celebrating Local Papuan Boat Driver Ferry
Local Papuan Boat Driver Ferry, a skilled navigator born and raised in Waisai, is celebrated for his exceptional abilities in guiding boats through Raja Ampat's intricate waterways.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- BSAC welcomes its new Asia Pacific Regional Coach
Gareth Morris appointed new Asia Pacific Regional Coach to oversee training opportunities in the region.
Read the entire article at www.bsac.com
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- Divers Trying To Escape a Massive Vortex Current [Video]
Divers trapped in a vortex current struggle to break free in a video. They unintentionally enter this dangerous underwater phenomenon.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Hannah’s Shark Trust Fundraiser
Hannah Miller is raising money for The Shark Trust by running the Amsterdam Marathon. She wants to raise awareness about the decline in shark populations and the importance of sharks in maintaining ocean ecosystems. Over one third of shark, ray, and chimera species are endangered, and her fundraising aims to help protect these vital species for a healthier ocean.
Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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- F6F-5K Hellcat #72273 (Pt Mugu – 200 fsw)
A group of divers explored the underwater wreck of a WWII F6F-5K Hellcat plane at Pt. Mugu, 200 feet below the surface, as part of an ongoing investigation of potential dive sites.
Read the entire article at wreckedinmyrevo.com
F6F-5K Hellcat Pt. Mugu WRECKED IN MY REVO WWII
- DAN puts Malta incidents into perspective
DAN shared statistics with Times of Malta on foreign ownership of dive-centers in Malta, revealing 95% of divers are from abroad.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- Tiger Shark Attacks Scuba Diver Who Broke Protocol [Video]
A group of 10 divers chum up tiger sharks and dive in, but one diver is attacked off the coast of Durban, South Africa. The incident involved diving with sharks after using chum to attract them.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Reef-World launches Green Fins coral bleaching toolkit
Reef-World introduces a toolkit for coral bleaching in reaction to a global event, aiming to guide marine tourism operators.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- Scuba Diving Scooters (DPVs) and Cave Diving
Scuba diving scooters (DPVs) are useful for cave diving and expanding diving range, allowing access to hard-to-reach areas.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- ScubaRadio 7-20-24 HOUR1
The importance of a well-fitted BC (buoyancy compensator) is emphasized, and preparations for a trip to the Turks and Caicos are discussed.
BC fitting podcast Scuba Radio Turks and Caicos
- ScubaRadio 7-20-24 HOUR2
The ScubaRadio ScubaSquad anticipates the start of Florida Lobster season, discussing buoyancy as a challenging dive skill to learn.
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- Mamma Mia! Diving Skopelos (Part 2)
Diving in Skopelos includes exploring the famous Christoforos wreck, a top dive requiring deep diving experience, resting in 43 meters of water, with the deck at 32 to 35 meters.
Read the entire article at www.scubaverse.com
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- Journey To The Bottom Of The Ocean Reveals Jaw-Dropping Facts
Our oceans are still largely unexplored, with more known about Mars' surface than our ocean floors.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- PADI launches Master Scuba Diver challenge
PADI is initiating the Master Scuba Diver Challenge, urging dive centers and instructors to boost their education certifications. The challenge rewards members with free renewals and a trip to the Maldives.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
DIVE Magazine Maldives Master Scuba Diver Challenge PADI
- Scuba Diving vs. Snorkeling: Which is Right for You in the UAE?
Scuba diving and snorkeling are popular in the UAE due to its clear waters. Both activities suit different skill levels and preferences.
Read the entire article at nemodivingcenter.com
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- The SEALAB III Issue To Be Available At SEALAB 60 Anniversary
Issue 119 of the Journal of Diving History will feature the SEALAB III Aquanauts' story during the SEALAB 60th Anniversary celebration, taking place from July 19-21, 2024, at the Man in the Sea Museum in Florida. The publication reveals important insights and perspectives that challenge previous inquiries into the SEALAB III program, highlighting the experiences of the Aquanauts who were previously silenced about their challenges and contributions to deep-sea research.
Read the full article at www.deeperblue.com
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- My Favorite Gear: AOI Q1 RC Strobe
The Grand Cayman shooter values AOI Q1 RC Strobe in his gear bag.
Read the entire article at www.divephotoguide.com
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- AUGUST 2024 SPEAKER – REMUNA BECA
Remuna Beca will speak about the marine life in Bimini, focusing on dolphins, sharks, and stingrays, as well as conservation efforts. She will share tips on interacting with these species for photography.
Read the entire article at sfups.org
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- Venomous Sharks Back in London’s River Thames
Venomous sharks have been found in London's River Thames. They are smaller than usual sharks but possess venom unlike other shark species.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
For Scuba Divers London's River Thames scuba diving venomous sharks
- 5 Masacres en 8 Semanas: #STOPTHEGRIND
Traditional grindadrap hunting in the Faroe Islands is causing concerning impacts on the marine ecosystem.
Read the entire article at seashepherd.org
Faroe Islands grindadrap marine ecosystem Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
- Madeirense Shipwreck – Porto Santo, Portugal
The Madeirense Shipwreck off Porto Santo, Portugal is an intriguing scuba diving site offering divers a chance to explore underwater ship ruins in crystal clear waters. The wreck is a popular spot due to its history and marine life diversity.
Read the entire article at blog.mares.com
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- Episode 378 – A Really Close Call
The blog discusses the book "Close Calls" by Stratis Kas, sharing stories from experienced divers about their near misses and mistakes to highlight the dangers of diving. Despite being skilled, divers are vulnerable to accidents, emphasizing the importance of humility in the diving community.
Read the entire article at www.thegreatdivepodcast.com
Close Calls diving mistakes The Great Dive Podcast - Podcasts
- Mamma Mia! Diving Skopelos (Part 1)
Skopelos, a Greek island in the Northern Aegean Sea, offers great diving opportunities with clear turquoise waters and a warm Mediterranean climate perfect for diving adventures.
Read the entire article at www.scubaverse.com
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- Discover remote East Greenland on a Secret Atlas Expedition Micro Cruise
Discover remote East Greenland on a Secret Atlas Expedition Micro Cruise to explore stunning Scoresby Sund, led by Secret Atlas for adventurers.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
DIVE Magazine East Greenland Scoresby Sund Secret Atlas Expedition Micro Cruise
- Double Delight: Siladen and Coral Eye Resorts
Brandi Mueller explores exceptional diving sites in North Sulawesi.
Read the entire article at www.divephotoguide.com
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