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Scuba Diving Incident Prompts New South Wales Police to Appeal for Witnesses
In a plea for public assistance, local authorities are seeking witnesses to come forward in…
Scuba Diver Left Adrift off Miami Coast as Boat Takes on Water
A scuba diver reportedly found himself in a challenging situation off the coast of Miami,…
Make a Splash: The Manta Trust Seeks Ocean Ambassadors
Join Forces with The Manta Trust in the Global Call for Ocean Ambassadors The Manta…
OceanShot Invites PADI to First-Ever Underwater Panel
PADI Pros train with OceanShot partners for underwater coral reef panel at the Global Citizen…
Florida Swimming Area Closed Following Two Incidents Involving Alligator Bites and Scuba Divers
A swimming area in Florida has been temporarily closed following two incidents where individuals were…
58 Year Old Washington Man Dies Whilst Diving Near Kōloa Landing in Po‘ipū, Hawaii
A male visitor hailing from Washington tragically passed away on Monday following a scuba diving…
Conception Dive Boat Captain Found Guilty of Criminal Negligence – Could Face 10 Years In Prison
A scuba dive boat captain has been found guilty of criminal negligence in the deaths…
Dive Boat Hits Scapa Flow Diver During Decompression Stop
The UK Governments Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) have launched an investigation into an incident…
The Underwater Studio in Essex Ceases Trading
A sad day for underwater filming projects as The Underwater Studio in Essex, known for…
Diveheart Wins 2023 ShareCare Award in Behavorial/Mental Health Category
ShareCare Honors Illinois Nonprofit with Award in the Behavioral Health Category, Diveheart wins with inspirational…
Curaçao is Set to Shine at DEMA Show 2023
The 2023 Diving Equipment & Marketing Association (DEMA) Show is just around the corner, and…
Deep Dive Into Boosting Your Business’ Sustainability
Want to find out how you can enhance the sustainability of your business and attract…
St Lawrence Freighter Traffic to Resume After Unifor Strike Settled
The strike by the seaway workers has ended and Great Lake freighter traffic is starting…
Emperor Echo Liveaboard Experiences Severe Winds and Suffers Irreparable Hull Damage
In a recent incident on the night of Saturday, October 28th, Emperor Echo, was moored…
Mysterious Shipwreck Unearthed: A Deep-Sea Discovery Unveiled
After more than 80 years on the seabed, what is probably the wreckage of the…
One Diver Dead, One Hospitalised at Scapa Flow, Orkney
According to the Orcadian, a tragic incident occurred near Houton on the morning of Friday,…
Missing Diver Found Dead Inside Zenobia Shipwreck
A diver who had gone missing while exploring the Zenobia shipwreck was discovered lifeless by…
Diver Missing On Zenobia Wreck in Cyprus
A diver exploring the shipwreck “Zenobia” in the maritime area of Larnaca has been reported…
Exhibit Opening: Victoria Harbour Opens at the Maritime Museum of BC
The Maritime Museum of BC is thrilled to announce that our new feature exhibit titled…
DAN Europe Launches Internet-Based Emergency Hotline Service for Divers
In a move set to reshape the landscape of emergency assistance for divers, DAN Europe…
Body of Renowned Cave Diver Recovered After 18 Days
The body of the renowned Chinese cave diver, Han Ting, was successfully recovered after being…
Which Dive Shows Will You Be Attending in 2024? Start Planning with the Updated Event Calendar at The Scuba News
Our events team have been busy little beavers, updating The Scuba News Event Calendar with…
High-Stakes Trial Begins for Captain in 2019 Conception Dive Boat Tragedy in Which 34 People Died
Federal prosecutors are pursuing justice for 34 individuals who tragically lost their lives in a…
The St. Lawrence Seaway Could Be Prematurely Shut Down in 2023 Due to a Strike
As of Saturday, October 21, 2023, midnight, UNIFOR employees who work for the St. Lawrence…
Aquarius Art Tunnel Takes International “People’s Choice Prize”
Contemporary Artist Janavi Mahimtura Folmsbee continues to make waves The search for the most outstanding…
Give the Gift of Beautiful Adventures: Bold, Unique Jewelry that Adorns Every Exploration, Expedition and Excursion
Beautifying Travel and Adventure Tula Blue is a one-of-a-kind minimalist fashion brand whose jewelry is…
Legend Boats Founder and Canadian Boating Icon Victor Duhamel Passes Away
We have sad news to report as Canadian boating icon Victor Duhamel, the pioneer of…
Swimming 8K for Great Ormond Street
I have taken on the 8K swim challenge this October to support Great Ormond Street Hospital.…
DIVER Magazine Hangs Up Its Fins
Photo Credit: DIVER Magazine The current issue of DIVER which has stopped publishing after 48…
Diving World Loses A Giant – Bret Gilliam Passes Away at Age 72
Bret Clifton Gilliam, a pioneering figure in the world of technical diving and a prolific…
Prominent Cave Diver Brett Hemphill Passes Away While Exploring Phantom Springs Cave System in Texas
Image via Facebook Tragedy struck the world of cave exploration as acclaimed cave diver, technical…
Update on Tragic Rockport Beach Scuba Diving Incident: Victims Identified
In the wake of the tragic scuba diving incident that unfolded off the serene shores…
From Dive Gear to Green Gear: Recycled Wetsuits Transforming Lives
In a heartwarming blend of eco-consciousness and charity, Diveheart’s adaptive scuba therapy programs are making…
Bodies of Two Missing Divers Recovered at Rockport Beach
According to multiple news sources, two bodies were recovered from a Rockport beach on Wednesday.…
Diver Lost At Scapa Flow, Orkney
A scuba diver was reported missing in Scapa Flow, Orkney on the morning of Thursday,…
Beneath the Waves: Egypt’s Innovative Underwater Military Museum
In the azure depths off the coast of Hurghada, Egypt, a pioneering initiative is making…
Dive Pirates Foundation nominated for DEMA’s Community Champion Award, asking for DEMA Members to vote now!
Dive Pirates Foundation is proud to announce it has been nominated for DEMA’s 2023 Diving…
Sign This Petition to Ban Whaling in Iceland
Why This Petition Matters – Started by Hvalavinir: Stop whaling in Iceland. We demand that Iceland’s…
Divers and Company Director Receive Police Cautions for Fraud After Exaggerating Diving Credentials
Two offshore commercial divers and the director of a diving company have been sanctioned for…
Woman Loses Arm During Shark Attack Incident In Dahab, Red Sea, Egypt
The Minister of the Environment, Dr. Yasmin Fouad, has declared a state of emergency in…
St Davids RNLI Welcome Their Royal Highnesses The Prince and Princess of Wales
St Davids RNLI volunteers were honoured to welcome Their Royal Highnesses The Prince and Princess…
Book a Shark Lesson
Did you know Sharks4Kids offers virtual and in-person shark lessons year-round? Book a shark lesson…
Diver Pronounced Dead at La Jolla Cove
On the morning of September 3, a diver was discovered unresponsive at La Jolla Cove,…
Heddle Shipyards and Mohawk College Equals: The Try-A-Trade – Ship Repair and Fabrication Program
Photo Credit Heddle Shipyards on Facebook In order to create the Try-A-Trade: Ship Repair and…
Freediver Andrea Zuccari Missing off the Coast of Sharm El Sheikh
Andrea Zuccari, an Italian-Swiss freediver, vanished while scuba diving at a well-known resort in Sharm…
