Science
01/13/2026
Historic High Seas Treaty Takes Effect: A New Era for Ocean Protection
A Landmark Moment for Ocean Conservation The ocean conservation world is celebrating a monumental milestone as the High Seas Treaty officially enters into force this January 2026. After years of negotiations and advocacy, humanity finally has a comprehensive framework for protecting biodiversity in the vast waters beyond national jurisdiction - covering nearly two-thirds of our ...
Sport
12/09/2025
2025 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship Ignites Punta Rocas
The 2025 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship is lighting up Punta Rocas, Peru, from 5–14 December 2025. More than 420 of the world’s best junior surfers are in the water, representing a record 57 national teams. Record field and new nations This year sets a new participation record. Teams from Angola, India, Saint Lucia and ...
Arts
12/09/2025
Ocean Art 2025 Competition Captures Marine Magnificence
The underwater photography world is buzzing. The Ocean Art 2025 underwater photo competition is now in its final submission phase. This 14th edition offers more than $60,000 in prizes. It is one of the main contests for showcasing the ocean’s artistic beauty. First of all, the competition includes 14 categories. They range from Wide Angle ...
Science
12/03/2025
Deep-Sea Mining Reveals Ocean’s Hidden Treasures
The ocean floor continues to surprise scientists with its incredible biodiversity. In a groundbreaking study published this week in Nature Ecology and Evolution, researchers conducting one of the largest environmental impact studies on deep-sea mining in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ) discovered an astounding 4,350 animals and identified 788 separate species of unique crustaceans, mollusks, marine ...
Locals
11/26/2025
Pakal Ethnic — A Story of Surf, Culture, and Handcraft
Pakal Ethnic started with two surfers who share the same love for the ocean but come from very different worlds. Jeremie, from the French Atlantic coast, grew up around waves, dunes, and the relaxed surf vibe of Capbreton. Michèle, from the Yucatán in Mexico, carried with her the warmth, colors, and craft traditions of her ...
Journey
11/24/2025
Abu Dhabi’s Coral Garden Revolution
The Big Picture Abu Dhabi is making waves with what’s being billed as the world’s largest coral restoration project—an ambitious plan to transform roughly 1,200 km² of seabed into thriving coral gardens. By 2030, the initiative aims to deploy up to 40,000 artificial reefs and seed them with heat-adapted Gulf corals, opening a new chapter ...
Locals
11/18/2025
Azores Establishes North Atlantic’s Largest Marine Sanctuary: A Community-Led Conservation Victory
Lead The Azores have created the North Atlantic’s largest marine protected area network, spanning 287,000 km². It is a community-led milestone that balances traditional fisheries with strong ocean protection. Why This Matters The archipelago sits on a biodiversity crossroads. Migrating whales, dolphins, pelagic fish, seamounts, and hydrothermal vent life meet here. Strong protection safeguards habitats ...
Journey
11/17/2025
Costa Rica’s November Surf Paradise: Warm Swells, Easy Living
Lead As November arrives, Costa Rica’s Pacific coast turns on: warm 28 °C (82 °F) water, consistent south-pulse energy, and gentle offshore mornings. It’s the perfect pre-winter escape for surfers of all levels. Why November Works Late-season southern hemisphere swells meet dry-season trades, delivering clean 3–6 ft surf and long, rippable walls. Mornings are typically glassy or offshore; ...
Science
11/17/2025
Mystery Mollusk: Glowing Sea Slug Discovered in Ocean’s Midnight Zone
In the lightless “midnight zone,” researchers confirmed a new deep-sea nudibranch after two decades of observation. MBARI’s long-term study has finally named the “mystery mollusk.” What Was Discovered Bathydevius caudactylus was first filmed in 2000 at ~2,614 meters below the surface. The animal shows a gelatinous hood, visible internal organs, and bioluminescent cues. It is ...
Science
11/17/2025
Surf Science: How Climate Change Is Rewriting Global Wave Patterns
Overview Warming oceans and shifting winds are measurably changing the planet’s wave climate. Multiple satellite, buoy, and model studies now show region-specific trends in wave height, period, and direction that will influence surf quality, coastal hazards, and the longevity of famous breaks. What the data shows (in plain English) Waves are trending bigger in some ...