The Independent

 A stoat “dancing” over the snow, a David Bowie spider and a jaguar going for the kill are among the first images released from this year’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year.More than a dozen highly commended images have been unveiled on Thursday by the Natural History Museum for this year’s competition.It comes ahead of the winners being announced at a ceremony hosted by TV presenters and conservationists Chris Packham and Megan McCubbin on October 8.Among the newly released images, which received highly commended awards in their categories, are Jose Manuel Grandio’s joyous image of a stoat jumping high into...

First images for Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition revealed

These spellbinding photographs have all been Highly Commended in the sixtieth Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition held by London’s Natural History Museum. The landmark edition of the contest attracted a record-breaking 59,228 entries from photographers of all ages and experience levels from 117 different countries and territories. The...

Breathtaking Animal Images Shine in Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Deep Blue, a rarely-seen great white shark, is believed to be the largest in the world. Measuring an impressive 22 feet and weighing 2.5 tonnes, this 50-year-old female shark has captured the fascination of marine biologists and ocean enthusiasts alike. First encounter and notable sightings. Discovered in 2013 by shark...

Meet Deep Blue: The rarely sighted world’s largest great white shark

Bellingham, WA

A man has been fined $1,000 after a nearby wildlife videographer caught him illegally driving his 51-foot recreational vessel through a pod of orca, also known as killer whales. Matt Ryan from Bellingham, Washington in the U.S. has agreed to pay the civil penalty after the wildlife videographer filmed him...

Man Drives Boat at Pod of Killer Whales and Videographer Catches It

Massachusetts State

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

Hawaii State

With the exception of bears, there is perhaps no creature that gets more press when it attacks humans than sharks. We have weeks dedicated to them on television, movie franchises where each sequel is worse than the last, and countless social media videos giving sharks more attention than they probably ever wanted. For beachgoers in Hawaii, it's always at the back of their mind, even if shark attacks are ultimately rare. But it may be a little more in mind in Maui, where there are more attacks than anywhere else in Hawaii.

The Popular Island With The Most Shark Attacks In All Of Hawaii

Talker

He has spent the last 32 years in a cramped, shallow pool with significantly restricted movement. 
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Lonely killer whale has been in the same tiny pool since 1992

CBS News

Orcas slammed into a sailboat off the coast of northwestern Spain on Sunday, damaging its rudder and prompting a complicated rescue operation that left one crew member seriously injured, officials said, marking the latest incident of the predators attacking a vessel in the region. It wasn't known exactly how many orcas — also known as killer whales — were involved in the attack near O Roncudo along the rocky cliffs of the Spanish province of Galicia. Spain's maritime rescue service said two people on board the boat, called the Amidala, sent out a mayday at around 4 p.m. GMT to the...

Killer whales attack another sailboat off the coast of Spain

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Cassie Murray, a marine biologist, has over […]
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Group Of Whale Watchers “Held Hostage” By Too-Friendly Humpback Whale

The US Sun

PASSENGERS on board the doomed Bayesian superyacht frantically scrambled for the last air pockets as the boat sank. British tech mogul Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah were among six people recovered after the luxury vessel sank near Porticello at about 5am local time on Monday. The body of Canadian-Antiguan national Recaldo Thomas, who […]

Passengers on board doomed Bayesian yacht frantically scrambled for last air pockets as boat sank

Plymouth, MA

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Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

San Diego, TX

A whale-watching group was treated to the […]
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Dolphins Put On “Greatest Show In The World” For Astonished Whale Watchers

Washington State

A humpback whale that is missing its tail and was spotted in Washington state's inland waters likely lost its iconic flukes after becoming entangled, possibly in some kind of line or fishing gear, experts say. That loss of the flukes, used for propulsion, would appear to be a death sentence for the creature, last reported as seen in late July.Jessica Farrer, research director with The Whale Museum on Washington's San Juan Island, was among those who responded to a sighting of the whale July 23 off a nearby island. The institute, as part of its work, helps respond to reports...

A humpback whale in Washington state is missing its tail. One expert calls the sight 'heartbreaking'

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

As the star of TV's Dr. Kildare (NBC, 1961-1966), Richard Chamberlain was a heartthrob for millions of female fans in America and the world. Decades later, the actor transformed into the charismatic king of TV-mini-series with acclaimed productions like the originalShogun (NBC, 1980), and The Thorn Birds (ABC, 1983, in which he played a sexually repressed priest).

The Once Secret Gay Life of Actor Richard Chamberlain ('Dr. Kildare'): 21 Years After He Came Out

Wisconsin State

Door County, WI

I've wanted to photograph the "twisty road" running east from Gills Rock to Northport in Door County, Wisconsin, for a long time. In October 2022, I finally came prepared. However, the first morning I drove from southern Door County, where I was staying, to northern Door County, where the road is, the conditions were not good. The morning was sunny, and by the time I got there, the light was already coming through the trees, making the scene too harsh.

Highway 42, Gills Rock, Door County, Wisconsin, USA By Richard Browne

Whiskey Riff

So close, but so far...

Mako sharks are apex predators who terrorize their ocean prey with their speed and power. Found up and down both coasts of the United States, and down into the Caribbean, over near Hawaii, and pretty much everywhere in between, these predators can reach lengths of 12 feet, and weigh up to 1,000 pounds. They use their razor sharp teeth to eat tuna, swordfish and squid, and with a top speed of over 45 miles per hour, they are the fastest of any shark species.

Their insane speeds also allow them to make some incredible leaps, coming fully out of the water. Sounds like a sport fisherman’s dream, right? Well... until they take your catch.

For a group of anglers off the coast of the California, the tax man came in August. The group was hooked into a bluefin tuna near San Diego, reeled it to the boat, gaffed it, and out of nowhere, a big ol' mako shark came to snag a bite.

"Here’s a much cleaner version of the Tug O War between Capt. Dan, Tanner and a very large Mako Shark that wanted some sushi."

At least they got a show...

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Mako Shark Snags Tuna Seconds Before Fishermen Can Get It In The Boat

"I am in Tonga to issue a global SOS -- Save Our Seas -- on rising sea levels. A worldwide catastrophe is putting this Pacific paradise in peril" he said. Sparsely populated and with few heavy industries, the Pacific islands collectively pump out less than 0.02 percent of global emissions every year.

UN's Guterres issues 'global SOS' over fast-rising Pacific ocean

BroBible

A pair of Aussies boating off of Sunshine Coast, Australia were absolutely stunned when “by far the biggest shark” they’d ever seen swam up next to the boat, a great white shark estimated at over 16 feet long. They took several videos as the VW Bus-sized shark swam up to their boat and started biting […]
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Aussie Fishermen Stunned When Massive Great White Shark Bites Their Boat

Woodinville, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

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Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 Finalists

The Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 celebrates the world’s best ocean photography, capturing the beauty, diversity, and fragility of our oceans. This prestigious competition showcases...

Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 Finalists

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