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John Liang

John Liang is the News Editor at DeeperBlue.com. He first got the diving bug while in High School in Cairo, Egypt, where he earned his PADI Open Water Diver certification in the Red Sea off the Sinai Peninsula. Since then, John has dived in a volcanic lake in Guatemala, among white-tipped sharks off the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, and other places including a pool in Las Vegas helping to break the world record for the largest underwater press conference.

PADI, Neuro, Blue Robotics Unite to Raise Awareness for Ocean Conservation Efforts

In celebration of Earth Day this week, PADI and their conservation partners Neuro Gum and Mints and Blue Robotics unveiled a community-driven public mural honoring sharks, rays and the kelp ecosystem through their Blue Earth Street Art program with Beautify Earth.

Aquaculture Training Course Attracts Those Seeking Ocean Farming Knowledge and Skills

The University of Rhode Island Coastal Resources Center's recently held a new course tailored to those with basic ocean farming knowledge wanting to learn about the business practices of aquaculture.

84% Of The World’s Coral Areas Impacted In the Most Intense Global Bleaching Event Ever

The most intense global coral bleaching event on record is still ongoing, scientists are warning.

New Report Exposes World’s Most Polluting Offshore Oil Infrastructure Using Satellite Technology

Environmental watchdog organization SkyTruth has released a groundbreaking report that identifies and ranks the world's most polluting offshore oil and gas facilities.

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Today, the world unites to protect our planet. From the clothes we wear to the choices we make, every action matters.

Ocean Advocacy Groups Decry New US Proclamation Opening Marine Monument To Commercial Fishing

The US government wants to open a marine monument to commercial fishing, a dramatic pivot in US ocean policy that has been criticized by ocean advocates.

Photographer Elizabeth Waterman Reveals Striking Parallel Between Jellyfish and Exotic Dancers

Photographer Elizabeth Waterman, whose bold, cinematic style has gained attention for humanizing and elevating overlooked subcultures, has a new work in progress that blends jellyfish and exotic dancers.

Aggressor Unveils New Theme Song

Aggressor Adventures this week unveiled its brand-new 2025 Theme Song that showcases the moments, destinations and travelers that define what the company calls the "Aggressor experience."

Environmental Groups Slam US Government On Proposed Change To Endangered Species Act

Environmental groups are excoriating the Trump administration for proposing a new rule that would eliminate habitat protections for endangered species in the United States.

Scientists Film First Footage Of A Colossal Squid — And It’s A Baby!

An international team of scientists was the first to film the colossal squid in its natural environment.

Predicting When ‘Milky Seas’ Bioluminescent Event Will Occur Just Might Have Gotten Easier

For centuries, vast areas of the ocean would glow steadily at night, even for months on end, a phenomenon dubbed "milky seas."

‘Ocean With David Attenborough’ Documentary To Premiere In Theaters On May 8

A documentary about the ocean featuring Sir David Attenborough will be released in UK and Irish theaters on his 99th birthday, May 8, 2025.

Icelandic Whaling Company Cancels Its 2025 Whaling Season

Icelandic whaling company Hvalur hf. has reportedly called off the whaling season this summer, according to news reports.

‘Reef Builders’ Documentary Now Streaming On Amazon Prime

The new "Reef Builders" documentary originally announced last month at the South By Southwest symposium is now streaming on Amazon Prime.

Lawmakers, Ocean Advocates Decry US Government Proposal To Gut NOAA Funding

A widely reported draft budget proposal is calling for major funding cuts to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and US lawmakers and environmental groups aren't happy.

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