To mark the recent PADI Women’s Day, they launched a very special trip which will be solely for the female divers.
Emperor said: “It’s a case of you asked, we listened!
“It’s a suggestion that often comes up and we’ve decided to put it into practice – so welcome to ‘Ladies Dive Cruise’.
“It’s a chance to leave the men back on the shore and get away for a bit girls-only time in the water.
“A serious diving experience – but only for the ladies.”
In an alarming discovery, researchers have found traces of cocaine in sharks off the coast of Brazil. This revelation underscores the far-reaching effects of drug pollution on marine ecosystems and raises significant concerns about the health of these apex predators.
In a surprising turn of events, scientists have uncovered that deep-sea nodules are significant sources of oxygen. This discovery challenges previous assumptions about the deep ocean's oxygen levels and holds profound implications for marine ecosystems.
In a groundbreaking partnership, the Black Girls Dive Foundation (BGDF) and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) have launched a new programme with a powerful mission. This initiative is aimed at empowering young Black girls to pursue careers in marine science and diving, addressing the lack of diversity in the field.
The underwater studies in Parion, a 2,700-year-old port city from the Roman Empire in Kemer village of Biga district of Çanakkale in northwestern Türkiye, have revealed the presence of the second ancient port of the city. This discovery is the second of its kind in the region and emphasizes Parion's historical significance in Roman trade and military operations.
The next topic is all about the use of black in color images. This involves black as an element in a color photo and can include images with a black background and colorful foreground, or black silhouettes against a colorful background, or elements of black on a colorful subject or in a colorful underwater reefscape... as long as black plays an artistic part or is a complementary color in a color photo.
The study describes how the researchers launched a drone from the beach and flew it to the site of a disturbance spotted from shore. Two basking sharks (Cetorhinus maximus) were immediately seen in close proximity—one near the bottom and one near the surface. The latter was confirmed to be a mature male due to the presence of claspers, while the shark near the bottom appeared to be a female.
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This prestigious event will offer the public an unparalleled opportunity to learn about the latest advancements and contributions to the field of diving, spanning research into diver health and safety, innovations in diving mechanics, and marine conservation projects.
This year’s Diving Talks promises to be just as captivating, featuring a remarkable lineup of speakers who are pioneers and experts in their respective fields:
The commonly held belief that atoll islands are static and doomed landforms due to rising sea levels is a misunderstanding. In reality, these islands have the ability to adapt and grow vertically. This natural capacity for vertical accretion enables them to keep pace with gradual sea level changes, challenging the idea of inevitable loss.
Florida has announced the establishment of the Office of Ocean Economy at Florida Atlantic University. This office will develop the state's blue economy sectors, including maritime industries, aquaculture, and tourism, with a strong emphasis on expanding and improving the recreational dive industry.
This lightweight case features an IP67 waterproof rating, padded touch-fastening dividers with lid foam, latch closure, and metal hasps for optional padlocks.
