Mike Valentine is an expert underwater cameraman. He has worked on famous movies like Casino Royale and Castaway. Along with his wife Francoise, he runs ValentineFilms. They focus on showing the underwater world’s beauty to everyone. Their passion helps us appreciate ocean life more.
Plastic litter on UK beaches has increased by nearly 10 percent, according to the Marine Conservation Society. In 2024, volunteers collected over 764,000 pieces of litter during beach clean events. Household waste made up 46 percent of this litter, with plastic fragments being the most common item found. This rise in plastic pollution poses severe…
Keldan has introduced new underwater lighting products, including the Video 4XR and 8XR lights and an RC2 remote control. The Video 4XR offers an output of 11,000 lumens and a color rendering index (CRI) of 86, while the Video 8XR has 17,000 lumens and a higher CRI of 96, making it ideal for macro shots….
In cave diving, restrictions are areas where divers must navigate narrow passages. Traditionally, these are categorized as minor or major, but this labeling can vary significantly based on a diver’s size, experience, and gear. Recently, a new grading system was proposed, which assigns letters and numbers to indicate the width and height of restrictions, providing…
A massive Sargassum seaweed bloom is moving toward the U.S. This bloom stretches about 5,000 miles across. It typically appears every summer along coastlines. Beaches are affected, and solutions are being explored to manage it. In Barbados, many trucks help remove the seaweed daily.
ScubaRadio offers a live studio video feed every Saturday from 3-5pm EST. This popular dive-themed radio show has been around since 1997 and features news and discussions related to scuba diving. Listeners can join the conversation through various platforms. The show is not just informative but also entertaining, often filled with humor and personal diving…
Isotta has launched its underwater housing for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II, which is ideal for professional photographers. The housing is made from anodized aluminum and is designed for underwater use, with features like adjustable handles, double O-ring seals, and various connection ports. It also allows for shooting high-quality photos and 8K videos while…