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Dozens of Australian east coast beaches closed after four shark attacks in two days

"If you're thinking about going for a swim, think of going to a local pool because at this stage, we're advising that beaches are unsafe," said Steven Pearce, executive chief of Surf Life Saving NSW.

A lifeguard patrols North Steyne beach as beaches are closed after recent shark attacks, in Sydney, Australia, January 20, 2026.
Anti-Israel graffiti on Bondi Beach, Australia, on December 1st.

'F*** Zionist Israel': Police seek culprits as Bondi Beach sees mass anti-Israel graffiti

Pre-historic giant sturgeon fish at Hilton Head.

Rare prehistoric Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore in South Carolina

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Sip by the sea: a local’s guide to San Diego’s beachside breweries


'Red tide' turns Argentina's beaches crimson: Massive macroalgae invasion hits Mar del Plata

The 'red tide' is a natural phenomenon caused by the massive shedding of algae from deep waters, which can be triggered by storms or the natural aging of the algae.

 'Red tide' turns Argentina's beaches crimson: Massive macroalgae invasion hits Mar del Plata. Illustration.

TripAdvisor’s 2025 global best beach ranking: Which beach took the top spot?

Banana Beach in Phuket, Thailand, secured the second spot, while Eagle Beach in Aruba came in third.

 Aerial view of Elafonissi beach, Crete, Greece.

After Storms, hidden shipwreck emerges near North Frisian Wadden Sea

Experts want to measure and examine the remains on the beach next week using 3D technology.

 After Storms, hidden shipwreck emerges near North Frisian Wadden Sea. EMOZION.

Paddle out at Palmahim Beach calls for release of Gaza hostages

Over 100 surfers and kayakers formed a circle of hope at Palmahim Beach, urging the return of hostages held in Gaza.

A paddle out for the hostages at Palmahim Beach on Friday, January 10, 2025.

Germany’s army of hobby archaeologists is coming up with amazing finds

A garment brooch made of gilded silver and adorned with almandines—a type of garnet—was discovered near the village of Reez, close to Rostock.

 A treasure hunter looking for metal objects on the Baltic Sea beach in Heiligendamm.

It turns out paradise exists, and it's in the Indian Ocean

A perfect mix of pristine beaches, rainforests, and clear waters—your guide to a Seychelles vacation with itineraries, accommodations, top restaurants, and must-see spots.

 Like in a postcard. Seychelles

Health Ministry issues water safety advisories for various areas of Israel

The ministry advised citizens against swimming at several Tel Aviv and Herzliya beaches.

 Drinking water, illustration

Two “doomsday fish” spotted on California beaches in less than three months

The proximity of these strandings has reignited discussions about the oarfish's mythical reputation as a predictor of natural disasters.

 What is this monster? Second oarfish spotted on a California beach in three months.

Scientists reveal nauseating composition of Sydney’s mysterious black beach blobs

 Sydney’s Bondi beach. Image by ashleyt is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Mysterious white blobs wash ashore on Newfoundland beaches, baffling experts

Locals suggest blobs could be 'chunks of cheese, alien feces, or whale snot'.

 Newfoundland beach. Image by Derek Keats licensed under CC BY 2.0.