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Lifeguards save young boy, 5 years old, as he's pulled unconscious from ocean

August 2, 2026

Lifeguards save young boy, 5 years old, as he's pulled unconscious from ocean

Two lifeguards working at Silver Beach, in Volusia County, Florida, are responsible for rescuing a young child who was pulled unconscious from the ocean during a summer trip.

Satellite images show evidence of oil leak spreading from sanctioned vessel near Oman

August 2, 2026

Satellite images show evidence of oil leak spreading from sanctioned vessel near Oman

The Caroline Bezengi, reportedly carrying over 800,000 barrels of Russian crude, is leaking oil into a marine reserve home to endangered wildlife off Oman's coast.

Father of 10-year-old boy breaks silence after viral beach rescue: 'No way I could ever repay him'

August 1, 2026

Father of 10-year-old boy breaks silence after viral beach rescue: 'No way I could ever repay him'

Viral video shows 16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams diving beneath heavy surf to rescue an unconscious 10-year-old boy at Seabright State Beach.

Nearly 2,000 ocean rescues occur as dangerous surf slams popular beaches this summer

August 1, 2026

Nearly 2,000 ocean rescues occur as dangerous surf slams popular beaches this summer

Nearly 2,000 ocean rescues in one weekend are prompting health and water safety experts to warn about El Niño-driven swells and strong rip currents at beaches.

Shark Week advisory as warming seas push blacktips farther north along East Coast

July 31, 2026

Shark Week advisory as warming seas push blacktips farther north along East Coast

Blacktip sharks are pushing their summer range as far as Long Island as warming waters reshape migration, putting them closer to swimmers and surfers.

Shark Week warnings as experts reveal 6 ways to reduce your risk of a shark bite

July 31, 2026

Shark Week warnings as experts reveal 6 ways to reduce your risk of a shark bite

White shark activity is ramping up along both coasts this August, and experts share six critical tips to avoid a dangerous shark encounter.

Vacation paradise evacuated as raging wildfire threatens to roar back amid high winds

July 29, 2026

Vacation paradise evacuated as raging wildfire threatens to roar back amid high winds

Strong winds threaten to reignite the Paros wildfire as tourists and residents share firsthand evacuation accounts from the popular Greek island.

Japan mall rebuilt after deadly 2016 earthquake destroyed in major temblor weeks after 'fresh start' reopening

July 28, 2026

Japan mall rebuilt after deadly 2016 earthquake destroyed in major temblor weeks after 'fresh start' reopening

A massive explosion ripped through Aeon Mall in Kumamoto just weeks after its grand reopening, leaving up to 30 employees unaccounted for.

'Shark Week' host Forrest Galante explains why crushing beers in the ocean is a bad idea

July 26, 2026

'Shark Week' host Forrest Galante explains why crushing beers in the ocean is a bad idea

Forrest Galante shares simple shark safety tips ahead of his Discovery special, from avoiding dawn swims to why crushing a beer can underwater is risky.

Wildfires displace more than 250,000 in France, threaten famed wine region

July 26, 2026

Wildfires displace more than 250,000 in France, threaten famed wine region

The Gironde fire has burned 162 square miles as 2,500 firefighters and 1,500 soldiers battle the blaze advancing erratically toward Bordeaux.