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February 15, 2026

Most searched US spring break destinations for this year, with some surprises

Key West tops nationwide spring break searches in 17 states, with Florida destinations dominating travel planning as beach towns lead vacation interest.

January 31, 2026

Long-lost shipwreck resurfaces on Jersey Shore as officials warn against disturbing the ruins

A 19th-century shipwreck emerged from the sands at Island Beach State Park in New Jersey, revealing the wooden remains of the Lawrence N. McKenzie. Officials urge restraint.

January 19, 2026

Australian boy fighting for life after shark attack, rescued by friends in Sydney Harbor waters

A 12-year-old boy is fighting for his life after a catastrophic shark attack in Sydney Harbor. He was rescued by heroic friends who leaped from a cliff to save him.

January 14, 2026

Florida paraglider survives 500-foot fall into water

A powered paraglider made a splash at a beach in Florida on Friday after plunging about 500 feet out of the sky and into the ocean, prompting a dramatic rescue. (Credit: Riviera Beach Police Department)

December 15, 2025

Smoking and vaping may be banned at one state's most popular beaches and parks: Here's why

Starting in January 2027, New Hampshire Senate Bill 596 proposes a comprehensive smoking and vaping ban at Hampton Beach State Park, with official enforcement.

December 3, 2025

Massive 14-foot shark dies after being stranded on Massachusetts beach during migration

Thresher shark strandings increase during fall as the marine animals struggle to navigate Cape Cod waters while migrating South for the winter season.

November 17, 2025

Father dies trying to save 7-year-old daughter after giant wave sweeps her out to sea at California beach

Powerful 15-20 foot wave at Garrapata State Beach pulls young girl into surf, father dies trying to save her. Both bodies have been recovered.

October 22, 2025

Thousands of mysterious sea creatures 'littering' coastal town: See the photos

Thousands of sea cucumbers blanket over two miles of the Seaside, Oregon, beach in a rare natural phenomenon. The translucent creatures can't return to the ocean on their own.

October 20, 2025

Treasure hunter's persistence pays off with rare Spanish coin discovery on Nantucket beach

Metal detectorist Travis Nichols discovered a rare 1782 silver Spanish one-reale coin on a Nantucket beach, adding to his collection of over 300 historic coins.

October 11, 2025

Tourist hot spot shaken after human foot washes ashore; police launch investigation: reports

Authorities investigate a human foot discovery at Ibiza's Playa d'en Bossa beach, the second body-related finding near the island within three days.