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In Senegal, Black surfers want to reclaim the waves despite lack of resources

The origins of surfing can be traced back to the native populations of Peru, Polynesia and Hawaii, and European travelers documented children surfing along the coast of what is now Ghana as early as the 17th century

The Independent UK · Nov 9

‘Plantation tourism’: court victory signals hope in Jamaica’s fight to keep beaches public

A temporary injunction in the coastline battle for beaches to be publicly accessible, not sealed off for private developments, is just a step in fighting what islanders call a tourism model that disadvantages Jamaicans

The Guardian - UK · Oct 31

Cornwall’s Holywell Cave collapses after an overnight cliff fall

Holywell cave, a significant landmark in Cornwall, collapsed after a cliff fall, rendering it inaccessible. This incident occurred overnight and resulted in the area being cordoned off by lifeguards for safety. Local residents and visitors expressed shock at the loss of this iconic site, which featured in the drama Poldark.…

The Times of India · Oct 27

Aussie world champ sets up clash with surf sensation

Molly Picklum had to outsurf a local Portuguese star at Supertubos -- but it's only going to get harder at Rip Curl Portugal for Australia's world champ.

AAP · Oct 16

Volunteer Find Reveals Midden: beach cleanup uncovers prehistoric site; erosion now threatens archaeology

A dedicated volunteer discovered a prehistoric midden during a beach cleanup in Sligo back in May 2015. Containing oyster shells and charcoal, this site indicated past human activity. The find sparked further exploration by the Monitoring the Archaeology of Sligo’s Coastline project, underscoring the critical importance of citizen participation in…

The Times of India · Oct 10

Climate crisis is coming to crush many of world’s best surf breaks, study warns

Changing tide levels, shifting sands and hardened shorelines put waves at risk, affecting more than just surfers

The Guardian - UK · Oct 10

“Everyone Hates Tourists”: Woman Defies Beach Warnings For Viral Video, What Happened Next Has People Furious

“Fines should be higher, and people who demonstrate this behavior should be banned from coming,” one user fumed after TikTok trespassed on a Hawaii beach.

Bored Panda · Oct 8

‘Beyond priceless’: how a halt to dredging saved the seas of Scotland’s Summer Isles

Fish and shellfish populations were falling rapidly as scallop dredgers devastated the seabed, but local activists and small-scale fishers battled hard to protect their coastline

The Guardian - UK · Sep 30

British tourist dies on holiday in Ibiza after suspected drowning

Tourists and emergency services tried to save the woman but she was pronounced dead at the scene

The Independent UK · Sep 30

Florida clears way for $100M surf park with artificial wave lagoon and beach far from ocean

A major new attraction is moving forward in Wesley Chapel, Florida, bringing the possibility of ocean-style surfing to a community located miles from the coast. According to the Pasco County Community Website, Pasco County commissioners voted 3-0 in September to approve a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning connected to the…

The Times of India · Sep 29