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!
- Huge Blob of Seaweed Headed For The US
A massive influx of seaweed is approaching the US, particularly impacting the shores of Florida and the Caribbean.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Scientists Report 05.05.24
Scientists report findings on marine biodiversity, fish populations, and coral reefs.
Read the entire article at seashepherd.org
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- New “Level Up” Podcast for dive industry professionals from Scuba Diving Industry Magazine and produced by ScubaRadio.
A new podcast called "Level Up" is being launched by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine and produced by ScubaRadio for dive professionals. The podcast aims to provide valuable insights and information for industry professionals in the diving community.
Read the entire article at scubaradio.com
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- Sharks – Apex Predators Yes, But Not Always
Sharks, despite being apex predators, face life-threatening challenges from small creatures, showcasing their vulnerability at times.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Bioluminescence evolved 300 million years earlier than thought
Bioluminescence evolved in anthozoans at least 540 million years ago, 300 million years earlier than previously thought.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
Anthozoans bioluminescence DIVE Magazine
- Apeks Welcomes Nathalie Lasselin As Ambassador
Apeks has appointed Nathalie Lasselin as Ambassador.
Read the entire article at www.deeperblue.com
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- ScubaRadio 5-4-24 HOUR1
Greg The Divemaster surprises listeners with a Star Wars-themed segment for May 4th, while Mark Young discusses the upcoming Scuba Show in LA on June 1st and 2nd.
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- Sharks Afraid of Dolphins? Yes
Sharks, apex predators, show fear towards dolphins, sparking the question of whether sharks fear dolphins.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Scientists Report 05.03.24
Researchers discuss new findings on marine biodiversity, threats to coral reefs, and the impact of climate change on ocean ecosystems.
Read the entire article at seashepherd.org
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- Scientists Report 05.04.24
Researchers from the Marine Megafauna Foundation studied the impact of whale shark tourism in the Maldives, finding that while it can have benefits for conservation and local economies, guidelines are needed to minimize negative effects on the species.
Read the entire article at seashepherd.org
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- Editorial – May 2024
The editorial discusses the perspective individuals have on things based on their own experiences.
Read the entire article at diveindustrynews.net
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- Marine Curios #12 – Clione limacina, or naked sea butterfly
Clione limacina, known as the naked sea butterfly, is a unique sea creature that resembles an angelic being but preys on its own kind. It falls under the category of sea angels or sea slugs and lacks a shell, making it pelagic in nature.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- What Is It About Cave Diving? [Video]
What draws divers to cave diving? Phil Short, a professional diver, sees cave diving as the last frontier needing human exploration.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Sea Safari VII dive-liveaboard catches fire
Sea Safari VII, a phinisi schooner in Indonesia, experienced a serious fire onboard but all guests and crew were safely evacuated in Labuan Bajo.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- Review of the SeaLife Sea Dragon 5000+ Photo/Video Light
The SeaLife Sea Dragon 5000+ Photo/Video Light is reviewed by DPG Editor Daniel Norwood.
Read the entire article at www.divephotoguide.com
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- Dive Leader? Become a BSAC Instructor!
BSAC encourages Dive Leaders to explore becoming instructors.
Read the entire article at www.bsac.com
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- The Sharks Of The Bahamas-Part 1
Byron Conroy went to the Bahamas to photograph sharks on a 14-day liveaboard trip. He has vast diving experience with over 4,000 dives in various oceans.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- Enter The Scuba Scene Liveaboard
The Scuba Scene liveaboard in Egypt offers luxurious trips to marine parks and the Deep South, setting a high standard globally for liveaboard experiences. The editorial director praises the experience and shares photos of marine life encountered.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- Discover Seamless Buoyancy Control and Equalization with Equaleasy
Claudio Di Manao discusses tips for comfortable equalization during dives, focusing on how our ears can indicate unplanned descents due to pressure changes.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- Night Dive The US Virigin Islands
Night diving in St. John, USVI, is compared to being in space, offering a unique experience. Jack and Colton's first night dive is showcased in a video clip. Night diving, St. John, USVI, space-like experience, video clip displayed.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Scientists Report 05.03.24
Scientists report findings regarding ocean acidification and its impact on marine life.
Read the entire article at seashepherd.org
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- Marine life guru Nigel Marsh at GO Diving Show ANZ
Marine life guru Nigel Marsh will be at the GO Diving Show ANZ in September, showcasing his work as an underwater photographer and photojournalist based in Brisbane. His images have been featured in various publications.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- Episode 367 – Shadow Divers Part 3 Richie Kohler
Richie Kohler is an integral character in the book "Shadow Divers," evolving from a studious boy to an iconic Atlantic Wreck Diver who collaborates with John Chatterton to investigate a sunken WWII U-boat.
Read the entire article at www.thegreatdivepodcast.com
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- Nitrogen Narcosis – beware the Rapture of the Deep
Nitrogen narcosis can affect divers without warning, leading to dangerous situations underwater. Awareness and caution are key to preventing this potentially life-threatening condition.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- Diver Panics As he Is Sucked Down BY Current [Video]
A scuba diver faces a harrowing ordeal underwater due to a down-current during a dive, turning his pleasant experience into a frightening one quickly.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Sport England introduces £160m of funding grants to benefit sports clubs
Sport England offers £160m grants for sports clubs.
Read the entire article at www.bsac.com
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- Scuba Cylinder Safety Is Good Business
Scuba Cylinder Safety Is Good Business discusses the importance of scuba cylinder education for divers to enhance safety. PSI-PCI offers a Visual Cylinder Inspection Course, emphasizing the value of this training in improving diver knowledge and safety.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- Choosing Liveaboard vs. Resort Diving Vacations
When planning a scuba diving vacation, you must choose between a liveaboard or a resort experience. The decision impacts your diving schedule and overall experience.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- CRF™ Launches New Satellite Program in St. Croix, USVI
Coral Restoration Foundation™ started a new satellite program in St. Croix, USVI.
Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
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- Answers to the Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions About PADI Adventures
Learn key strategies for online success from PADI shops thriving in the digital marketplace.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- Lungfish Dive Systems Achieves CE Certification
Lungfish Dive Systems has achieved CE certification.
Read the entire article at diveraid.com
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- Marine Conservation Society’s open letter to political leaders
The Marine Conservation Society's open letter urges UK political leaders to prioritize ocean recovery and marine life enhancement.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- Photographer of the Week – Johnny Matthews
DPG showcases Photographer of the Week, Johnny Matthews.
Read the entire article at www.divephotoguide.com
DPG DPG RSS Johnny Matthews Photographer of the Week
- ADEX 2024 Voice of the Ocean Photo/Video/Art Competition Winners Announced
Giacomo Marchione's photo "The Cloud" won "Best of Show" at the ADEX 2024 competition.
Read the entire article at www.divephotoguide.com
Best of Show DPG RSS The Cloud
- How dolphins gave up chewing for navigation
Toothed whales evolved fatty tissues for echolocation from skull muscles and jaw bone marrow. These whales, including dolphins and beaked whales, use sound for communication, navigation, and hunting.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- Diving The Galapagos Can Be Very Challenging
Diving in the Galapagos is a popular yet demanding experience that requires preparation, as emphasized by dive master Clint Cora's guidance.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- EXCLUSIVE: Jeff Goodman interviews Mark Spiers, CEO of New Scuba Diving Training Agency NovoScuba
Mark Spiers, CEO of NovoScuba, was interviewed by Jeff Goodman about the new scuba diving training agency NovoScuba.
Read the entire article at www.scubaverse.com
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- Charting New Waters; NovoScuba Goes Global with the Launch of their Revolutionary Dive Training Agency!
NovoScuba is a new dive training agency with cutting-edge technology, ISO certification, and a team of experienced diving professionals.
Read the entire article at www.scubaverse.com
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- Wordless Wednesday – Seaslug
A sea slug is shown moving through a coral reef in Indonesia.
Read the entire article at scubahanknyc.com
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- INSIDER’S INSIGHTS ON THE PELAGIAN
Pelagian liveaboard garners consistent praise for being a top-notch experience according to guest testimonials.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
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- What is Freediving? The Art of Breath-Hold
Freediving involves breath-hold diving for activities like spearfishing and exploration.
Read the entire article at www.tdisdi.com
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- Underwater Winged Wetsuit [videos]
The article discusses the Oceeanwings winged wetsuit inspired by sky jumpers for effortless diving.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Meet the D-Day Scientists That Operationalized Self-contained Diving
Dr. Rachel Lance's book explores how D-Day scientists supported WWII through self-experimentation, which was uncommonly ethical today.
Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
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- Will End-tidal CO2 Monitoring Become a Reality in Diving?
End-tidal CO2 monitoring is crucial for diver safety; current CO2 sensors measure levels on the inhale side, lacking monitoring on the exhale. The development of sensors is advancing, raising the possibility of broader implementation in diving.
Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
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- Advances in photogrammetry reduce cost of underwater 3D modelling
Advances in 360 cameras and 3D photogrammetry software have made underwater 3D modeling more affordable, creating new opportunities in underwater science and virtual reality.
Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
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- Marine conservationists among prestigious Whitley Award winners
Marine biologist Naomi Longa and her team of coral divers in Papua New Guinea, along with Cameroon manatee expert Aristide Kamla, were awarded the prestigious Whitley Award. The award provides £50,000 in project funding for their conservation efforts.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- Applications for the 2024-2025 GUE NextGen Scholarship are open!
The GUE NextGen Scholarship is open for 2024-2025, offering a year of training and support for passionate divers aiming for further education, exploration, and conservation efforts.
Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
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- Blueprint for Survival 2.0
In the 1990s, tech divers developed safety guidelines based on Sheck Exley's book to reduce fatalities. The resulting recommendations, known as Blueprint 2.0, are still relevant today, focusing on oxygen limits and airway protection.
Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
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- Considering an Altitude Adjustment?
Tech divers explore deep underwater destinations, but considering high altitude dives like Boesmansgat Cave, Lake Titicaca, or Lake Tahoe presents unique challenges. Special knowledge, equipment, and techniques are needed for safety, as explained by Technical Instructor Benjamin Hadfield.
Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
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- DREAM – GUE Launches a Project Portal Designed to Organize and Promote Diving Projects
Global Underwater Explorers launches a project portal for diving projects.
Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
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