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.
Mask Mandate on U.S. Dive Vessels Continues
Just because COVID-19 vaccinations are on the rise in the USA, doesn't mean mask mandates aren't still in place on U.S. commercial dive vessels.
Could Sharks Have Nearly Gone Extinct Millions Of Years Ago?
A new study published recently has found that the global shark population took a massive hit about 19 million years ago, nearly going extinct.
U.N. World Oceans Day Photo Competition 2021 Winners Announced
The winners of the United Nations World Oceans Day Photo Competition were announced during today's U.N. World Oceans Day 2021 virtual event.
Richard Moon Named 2021 DAN/Rolex Diver Of The Year
The Divers Alert Network announced that Richard Moon, M.D., has been selected as the 2021 DAN/Rolex Diver of the Year.
Submissions Are Now Open For the 2021 Ocean Photography Awards
Oceanographic Magazine is now accepting submissions for the 2021 Ocean Photography Awards.
Bahamas Slowly Clawing Itself Back Into Business
Master Liveaboards are celebrating the reopening of The Bahamas to tourists with some cool offers to kick off their "Shark Season."
Oceanic Unveils New, Redesigned Viper Fins, Accel Colors
Oceanic has introduced two new dive fins -- the Viper 2 and new colors for the Accel fins.
‘The Ship That Changed The World’ Documentary Airs Tonight
If you're a shipwreck fan and live in the USA, you'll want to tune in tonight to watch the latest episode of NOVA on PBS.
History of Diving Museum To Host Special Pop-Up ‘Underwater with Wyland’ Event
The History of Diving Museum in Islamorada, Florida will be hosting a cool "pop-up event" this coming Friday featuring acclaimed marine artist Wyland.
New Plastic Recycled Tags for Coral Restoration Introduced
The Reef Renewal Foundation Bonaire recently announced a new partnership with NOBO, which developed a plastic recycled tag to support coral restoration activities on Bonaire.
Keldan Unveils A New Remote Control For Its XR Underwater Lights
Keldan has introduced its new underwater RC1 Remote Control System for the company's "XR" series of lights.
Aggressor Unveils ‘A-to-Z’ Adventure Video
Aggresor Adventures has released an "A-to-Z" collection of imagery and culture taken by professional filmmakers and underwater videographers.
Ocean Conservancy Now Accepting Submissions For Its Annual Photo Contest
Submissions are now open for the Ocean Conservancy's Annual Photo Contest.
ZuBlu Unveils ‘Ecoventures’ Dive Travel Programs
ZuBlu has introduced Ecoventures, a curated portfolio of sustainable scuba programs from around the world.
Aerial Drones Are Helping Marine Scientists Track Dugongs
Marine scientists are using aerial drones to track dugongs off the Western Australia coast.