The DEFRA minister has responded to calls for better water quality. Clean water is vital for healthy seas and oceans. Improving water quality supports marine life and recreational activities like scuba diving. Many divers depend on clear water for safe and enjoyable experiences in the marine environment. The government is taking steps to address these…
Whaling in U.S. waters should remain in the past, especially the proposed hunt by the Makah Tribe for Eastern North Pacific gray whales. This hunt lacks justification as a subsistence need and poses risks to already vulnerable whale populations. Past hunts have shown that the methods used are inhumane and that the whale population may…
The D-mask is a new dive mask design that offers a full 180-degree field of vision and avoids the need for a mouth regulator. Instead, it delivers air through a side port. The mask features a built-in head-up display to show vital dive information like depth and remaining air. It also includes an integrated LED…
Certifying my mother as a PADI Divemaster was a special journey for both of us. We began diving together when I was 13, which ignited our passion for the underwater world. As an instructor, I watched her grow in confidence and skill through her training. This experience deepened our bond and reminded us of why…
British artist and scuba diver Laura Parker has won the Artwork Category in the ‘Voice of the Ocean’ competition at the Asia Dive Expo. Her painting titled ‘Soft Magic Descending’ received top honors among finalists. The judges praised her work for capturing the beauty of the natural world, particularly water. Parker describes her art as…
RRFB held a coral restoration workshop in Bonaire with partners from Curaçao, Aruba, and Saba. The week included hands-on training about techniques like coral micro-fragmentation. Participants shared ideas to improve their coral restoration efforts. This collaboration aims to strengthen skills to tackle problems like coral bleaching. Future workshops will continue to enhance regional efforts in…
Mexico is home to unique and lesser-known dive sites that offer incredible underwater experiences. Notably, the Yucatán Peninsula’s cenotes provide captivating dives into natural sinkholes filled with ancient geological formations. The Revillagigedo Islands are famous for large pelagic species like manta rays and hammerhead sharks. The Sea of Cortez offers dramatic volcanic structures and an…
Backscatter has launched new excitation filters for fluorescence photography and video, enhancing underwater imaging. The filters work with their Hybrid Flash and Macro Video 4300 lights. These filters enable divers to capture vibrant fluorescence by using a barrier filter that removes blue light. Backscatter offers different sizes for barrier filters and even a mask to…
Choosing the best dive computer for daily wear involves considering reliability, functionality, and personal needs. Dive computers like the Shearwater Teric, Garmin Descent, and Ratio iDive provide advanced features for serious divers. They range from stylish designs for casual use to highly technical settings for complex dives. It’s important to find a computer that suits…
After a tragic capsizing of the liveaboard Sea Story, survivors were rushed through an interrogation-like process by Egyptian authorities. They faced pressure to give statements shortly after their rescue, without time to recover from the ordeal. Many felt coerced into signing documents they did not fully understand. Survivors expressed concerns about the integrity of their…