Surfer killed in attack by ‘large shark’ off northern Sydney beach Experienced surfer, 57, mauled to death by shark in a ‘very, very rare’ incident The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2025
'Large Shark' Kills Man Off Sydney Beach A suspected "large shark" mauled a surfer to death in a rare fatal attack off a Sydney beach on Saturday, Australian police and rescuers said, leading to a string of beach closures. International Business Times · Sep 6, 2025
Surfing's GOAT tips Robinson for Cloudbreak glory The World Surf League finals are set to begin on Tuesday at Fiji's Cloudbreak, with the great Kelly Slater tipping Jack Robinson to start with a bang. AAP · Sep 1, 2025
Shark nets stand-off leaves swimmers in murky waters Local councils and a state government are at loggerheads over the use of shark nets with swimmers caught in between. AAP · Sep 1, 2025
US beaches hit with fecal contamination warnings ahead of Labor Day weekend Beaches from Florida to Maine under advisories, leading to closures at some of the most popular beach destinations The Guardian - US · Aug 31, 2025
Taking a dip Labor Day weekend? Swimmers face fecal contamination at beaches along US coastline Thousands of Americans will head to beaches for one last summer splash this Labor Day weekend, and many of them will arrive at beaches where swimming is not advised because of unsafe levels of fecal contamination The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2025
Scottish brothers set new rowing world record after 9000-mile journey A TRIO of Scottish brothers has set a new world record after completing the fastest human-powered crossing of the Pacific Ocean ... The National (Scotland) · Aug 30, 2025
Floating natural water lido could open in Canary Wharf next summer The pool has been designed by the team behind the highly successful Sea Lanes Brighton lido Evening Standard · Aug 29, 2025
Over 11 gruesome kilometres, teams fill bag after bag of marine life killed by SA’s stubborn algal bloom As council workers collect up to 200kg of dead marine life a day, experts warn the disaster could take a mental toll on the community The Guardian - AU · Aug 28, 2025
The Easiest Way To More Than Double Your Annual Leave in 2026 (and Get Over 65 Days Off) Get in there before your colleagues do Marie Claire · Aug 28, 2025
The 'incredibly picturesque' seaside villages in Scotland named among UK's best See why these 'incredibly picturesque' seaside villages in Scotland have been named among the UK's best to live in. The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2025
'Spanner in the works': surf star researching new venue The World Surf League finals in Fiji could switch to a different - less familiar - break, prompting competitors to do their homework. AAP · Aug 28, 2025
Mystery ‘debris balls’ return to NSW beaches as residents warned to steer clear Central Coast council says residents should not touch the balls and avoid beaches where they wash ashore The Guardian - AU · Aug 22, 2025
Tourists are banned from beaches along Spain’s Costa Blanca over swarms of killer ‘blue dragons’ The rare slugs have a potentially-fatal sting and are dubbed ‘the most beautiful killers in the ocean’ Evening Standard · Aug 21, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Aug 16, 2025 ‘You don’t see many locals at anti-migrant protests’: Kent residents work for community cohesion People have formed networks of practical support in response to the growing numbers of migrants seeking help
We Got This Covered · Aug 13, 2025 ‘My body stopped’: Jason Momoa remembers ‘screaming inside’ while he almost drowned in brutal surfing accident At one point, he "gave up."
The Guardian - US · Aug 13, 2025 Dale Webster, surfer who rode waves for 14,642 consecutive days, dies aged 77 Dale Webster, who surfed every day for more than four decades in Northern California, has died at 77, leaving a legacy of unmatched dedication to the sport
Evening Standard · Aug 13, 2025 The best UK beaches from Newquay to North Wales, as chosen by our travel writers Our travel contributors have visited dozens of far-flung beaches. But these are the ones that have their hearts right here in the UK
The Guardian - UK · Aug 13, 2025 Seals, puffins and sunshine: snorkelling trip to remote British island gives young carers a taste of the sea Charity gives children a well-earned break from caring responsibilities, hoping that a day’s snorkelling amid the island’s wildlife will help them connect with nature
The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025 Lottery winners join beach clean-up to ‘give something back’ Millionaires who scooped National Lottery wins cleared litter and plastics from Bamburgh beach in Northumberland.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2025 Italians turn away from private beaches amid debate over rising prices Figures suggest shift from country’s traditional summer culture, with lounger and parasol rentals up to €90 a day
The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2025 A cooler costa: the summer glories of northern Spain’s Costa Trasmiera Find the Med a bit too hot to handle? Then head for the more temperate Cantabrian coast and its fantastic beaches, superb seafood and relaxed vibes
The Guardian - UK · Aug 8, 2025 ‘Who needs the scorching Med?’ Readers’ tips for cooler European coastal holidays From the deserted Danish Riviera to the unspoilt beaches of Poland, our readers share their favourite, more chilled European coastlines
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025 Family sues after man, 21, drowns at the Jersey Shore with lifeguards on duty Joseph Volm died in August 2023, when he was dragged into the ocean by a rip current
The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2025 Raw sewage reported ‘seeping’ on to beach from Welsh Water pumping station Senedd member demands Welsh Water invest in infrastructure after sewage leaked on to West Shore beach