Two divers were pulled to safety on Sunday morning after spending approximately 20 hours adrift in open water off North Stradbroke Island, Queensland, following a dive near the popular Point Lookout area. The pair were reported overdue on Saturday morning
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A British diver has lost his life following an incident in Maltese waters, with UK media identifying the deceased as Anthony Thompson, 62, from Bolton, Greater Manchester. The news has prompted an outpouring of tributes from family, friends, and the
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The Middle East’s First International Exhibition Dedicated to Diving, Marine Technology, and the Blue Economy Date: 9–12 September 2026 Venue: Aqaba International Exhibition Centre (AIEC) Location: Aqaba, Jordan Organized by: 1st Arabia & Fira Barcelona Host Partner: Aqaba Development Corporation
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Nine Japanese divers were safely rescued after drifting at sea during a cold-water dive, highlighting once again the importance of proper planning and safety procedures in challenging diving conditions. The incident took place during what was expected to be a
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A Turkish scuba instructor, Mazlum Kibar, has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest open saltwater scuba dive in cold water, after spending more than 36 hours underwater in the Aegean Sea. The record attempt took place at
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A new approach to coral reef restoration is gaining attention as researchers and conservationists explore the use of specially designed concrete structures to support marine life and rebuild damaged reefs. The concept focuses on creating artificial reef systems that can
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Lisbon, Portugal — October 23–25, 2026 — Diving Talks, the international diving show often described as the “TED Talks of diving,” returns to Lisbon for its fifth edition, taking place once again at Cordoaria Nacional. Building on its unique concept
Diving Talks 2026 Returns to Lisbon with Its Most Ambitious Edition Yet! Read More »
A dive day at Pulau Redang turned into a race against the clock on Saturday, March 14, when two men failed to surface as expected after an afternoon dive at Pasir Akar Marine Park on Malaysia’s east coast. Authorities in
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On Saturday, March 7, a stranded adult female Kemp’s ridley sea turtle was reported on a beach near Galveston, Texas. When rescuers arrived, they found a turtle that looked as if it had green “fur.” The coating was not fur.
A group of divers was submerged when the designated skipper abandoned the dive site unexpectedly. The group was scattered at varying depths, exploring different sections of the reef.
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