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kpbs.orgpolitics12 days ago
Marine heat wave off California linked to seabird deaths as El Niño forms
Surveys along San Diego beaches have recorded elevated numbers of dead seabirds this year. Scientists attribute many of the deaths to a marine heat wave that has persisted for more than a year and is now overlapping with a newly formed El Niño.
uctoday.comworld12 days ago
Heat Wave Prompts Beach Visits as Officials Stress Rip Current Safety
Scorching temperatures across much of the U.S. are driving Americans to beaches and pools for the Fourth of July weekend. Officials warn of rip current risks and urge basic water safety measures.
csmonitor.comworld19 days ago
France Faces Second Heat Wave of Month With Temperatures Up to 43 C
Temperatures across France are forecast to reach 43 degrees Celsius this week. Residents without air conditioning seek relief at beaches and public spaces while politicians debate cooling measures. At least 40 drownings have occurred in unsupervised swimming areas.
winnipegfreepress.comworld21 days agoUpdated
Gaza fishermen and surfers resume sea activity after October ceasefire
Three young men continue surfing off Gaza City beaches using improvised equipment. A ceasefire took effect in October after two years of war, yet incidents near the coast persist.
New York Postpolitics22 days ago
Bay Street lawyer Claire Seaborn says she will seek Liberal nomination in Beaches-East York
Bay Street lawyer and former chief of staff to Jonathan Wilkinson confirmed her intention to seek the nomination for the Toronto riding.
news.sky.compolitics22 days ago
Health Officials Issue Beach Advisories in Several States After Bacteria Tests
Public health officials in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Iowa, and Washington have restricted access at dozens of beaches after tests showed elevated bacteria and algae.
nypost.comworld26 days ago
Gilgo Beach Killer Receives Maximum Sentence for Eight Murders
A New York judge sentenced Rex Heuermann to three life sentences plus additional consecutive terms for murdering eight women whose remains were found on Long Island beaches. The hearing included statements from victims' family members before the court imposed the maximum penalty.
news.sky.compolitics26 days ago
France Deploys Riot Police Units on Northern Beaches to Stop Small Boat Crossings
Two new specialist police units have been deployed on French beaches as part of a UK-France agreement to prevent small boat crossings to Britain. The move includes increased funding and expanded enforcement operations targeting people smugglers.
france24.compolitics26 days ago
UK Government Announces Drone Surveillance Task Force With France to Address Channel Crossings
The UK government said it reached a new arrangement with France to deploy drones for increased surveillance along French beaches. Officials stated that arrests related to smuggling gangs have reached record levels under current policies.
newser.comworld27 days ago
U.S. Embassy in Nassau advises Americans to avoid jet ski rentals in Bahamas over safety and assault concerns
The embassy cited six hospitalizations since August 2024 and multiple sexual assaults by unlicensed operators. Ambassador Herschel Walker urged tourists to avoid rentals on popular Nassau beaches.
The Guardianpolitics29 days ago
Jamaican Activists File Court Cases Over Beach Access Restrictions
Campaigners have brought five lawsuits challenging limits on public access to several beaches. The cases center on sites including Mammee Bay, Little Dunn's River, Blue Lagoon, Bob Marley beach, and Flankers/Providence beach.
france24.comworld34 days ago
Hegseth Honors D-Day Allies at Normandy Ceremony, Warns of Migration 'Invasion' on European Beaches
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth laid a wreath and spoke at the Normandy American Cemetery on June 6, 2026. A French civic group had called for his exclusion from a separate ceremony.
thehindu.comworld35 days ago
Protesters in Albania oppose $1.6 billion resort project on protected coast
Thousands demonstrated in Tirana this week against a luxury resort planned for the Vjosa-Narta delta and Sazan island. Demonstrators cited risks to beaches, wetlands, and migratory bird habitat. The project is led by Affinity Partners and has received support from Prime Minister…
japantimes.co.jppolitics36 days agoUpdated
Hegseth Compares European Migration to D-Day Threats
The U.S. defence secretary spoke at the American military cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer on the 82nd anniversary of the D-day landings. He said soldiers who fought there restored freedom to Europe and warned that different European beaches now face arrivals by boat.
en.protothema.grworld38 days ago
Ukrainian Naval Drone Explodes in Romanian Port, Prompting Evacuation of 1,100
A Ukrainian unmanned naval vessel detonated inside the Black Sea port of Constanta on Friday after Russian electronic jamming knocked it off course. Romanian authorities evacuated more than 1,100 people from nearby beaches as a precaution.
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Euronewspolitics38 days ago
Portugal Has 5,000 Certified Lifeguards as Bathing Season Begins, Federation Warns of Shortfall
Portugal has about 5,000 certified lifeguards but may need 6,000 to 6,500 to cover all beaches and pools if each works a standard 40-hour week. Officials warn that retention problems and low pay could leave some sites without adequate coverage.
flipboard.comtechnology41 days ago
Teen gatherings at malls and beaches lead to arrests and injuries in multiple states
Large groups of teenagers have organized events at public spaces through social media posts. Some gatherings resulted in fights, shootings, and arrests while others ended with minimal police action.
uctoday.comworld45 days ago
Heatwave Draws Crowds to Wales Beaches and Beauty Spots
High temperatures this week prompted large numbers of visitors to popular sites across Wales. The influx produced traffic delays and left significant amounts of litter at several locations.
bbc.co.ukworld45 days ago
Bournemouth Beaches Yield 83 Tonnes of Waste After Bank Holiday
Refuse crews removed more than 83 tonnes of litter from beaches in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole after record temperatures drew large crowds over the bank holiday weekend. The total was 260 percent higher than the previous weekend.
theinertia.comscience47 days ago
NASA Satellite Images Show Phytoplankton Bloom Off Mid-Atlantic Coast
Satellite data from NASA show a phytoplankton bloom producing turquoise water along the Jersey Shore and other Mid-Atlantic beaches. The bloom began in early April and remains visible in coastal zones from New Jersey to Virginia.
channel4.compolitics48 days ago
UK records over 1,100 small boat arrivals in five days
Hundreds of migrants launched daily from French and Belgian beaches amid favorable weather. Officials reported a new funding agreement with France and expanded enforcement operations.
nbcnews.comworld49 days ago
22 Gray Whales Found Dead on Washington Coast This Year
State wildlife officials recorded 22 gray whale strandings along Washington beaches and Puget Sound through mid-May. Malnutrition was the leading cause in examined animals, with some also showing ship-strike or entanglement injuries.
Euronewsscience49 days ago
Two Swimmers Die in Riptides off Southwestern France
French emergency services rescued 31 people and recovered two bodies after strong currents struck beaches in the Gironde department. Warm weekend temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius drew large crowds to the Atlantic coast.
foxnews.comscience49 days ago
Jersey Beaches Show High Bacteria After Heavy Rain
Weekly seawater tests at four Jersey sites found unacceptable bacteria levels. Officials linked the results to runoff after rainfall on 17 and 18 May and scheduled re-sampling.
insidermonkey.comworld50 days ago
World's 50 Best Beaches 2026 Ranking Released by Travel Experts
The World's 50 Best Beaches published its 2026 global list based on votes from more than 1,000 travel professionals. The ranking also includes separate lists for North America and Europe.
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nypost.comworld52 days ago
Sandals Resorts Reopen After 2025 Jamaica Hurricane Damage
Multiple Sandals and Beaches properties in Jamaica have resumed operations following closures caused by Hurricane Melissa in October 2025. Three resorts remain closed while undergoing repairs funded by a $200 million investment.
Los Angeles Timesworld54 days ago
Santa Monica Pier Area Named Among California's Dirtiest Beaches for Tenth Year
Heal the Bay's annual Beach Report Card ranked the Santa Monica Pier area among the state's dirtiest beaches for the tenth consecutive year. The nonprofit and the city of Santa Monica have formed a task force to investigate the source of elevated bacteria levels.
app.buzzsumo.comscience54 days ago
Study Finds Plastic Food Packaging Most Common Coastal Litter
A global analysis of shoreline surveys found plastic food wrappers, bottles, lids and caps on beaches in 93 percent of the countries examined. Researchers compiled data from more than 5,300 surveys across 94 countries and produced estimates for 18 additional nations.
New York Postworld55 days ago
Report Grades New York City Long Island Sound Beaches for 2025 Water Quality
Eight of eleven New York City beaches along the Long Island Sound received D or F grades in a 2025 water-quality survey. Three private clubs in the Bronx recorded the lowest scores after repeated tests detected elevated bacteria levels.
New York Postworld55 days ago
Laguna Beach Bans Larger Shade Structures at Most Beaches Starting May 26
A new Laguna Beach ordinance effective May 26 limits shade coverings at most city beaches to standard umbrellas. Structures larger than standard umbrellas are prohibited except in designated areas at Main Beach and Aliso Beach.
finance56 days ago
Madison Connecticut Offers Coastal Town Alternative to Hamptons
A New York City resident describes switching weekend trips from the Hamptons to Madison, Connecticut. The town provides beaches, lodging, and downtown amenities with fewer crowds.
New York Postpolitics57 days ago
Marine Biologist Finds 60 Piggy Banks on Texas Beaches
A marine biologist collected more than 60 plastic piggy banks that washed ashore on South Texas beaches this year. The items appear to have originated from South American or Caribbean countries, and their source remains unknown.
Euronewsworld57 days ago
New App Maps 130 River Beaches Across Portugal
A free mobile application called River Beaches now lists more than 130 inland swimming locations in Portugal. The app provides photos, descriptions, and user tips for each site. It is available in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
Usa Todayscience62 days ago
Marine heat wave raises ocean temperatures off California coast
Ocean temperatures have risen 4 to 8 degrees above average along parts of the U.S. West Coast. The conditions have led to seabirds washing up on beaches in weakened or dead condition. NOAA reported the marine heat wave has persisted since reaching record size in September 2025 an…
New York Postscience63 days ago
Untreated Wastewater From Tijuana Continues to Pollute Southern California Beaches
Millions of gallons of sewage-tainted water flow daily from the Tijuana River into the Pacific Ocean, leading to repeated beach closures along the Southern California coast. County officials in Coronado have warned visitors to avoid the water due to health risks.
sbs.com.auscience64 days ago
Hundreds of Thousands of Sea Creatures Strand Along West Coast Beaches
Scientists expressed surprise at the mass stranding of sea creatures along the West Coast this week. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans filed a report on the event. The scale of the phenomenon has drawn widespread attention from researchers.
Euronewsworld68 days ago
Aman Sveti Stefan Resort in Montenegro to Reopen on July 1
The luxury resort closed in 2021 after a dispute with local residents over beach access. Under the new agreement, residents will have free access to two beaches while one remains for hotel guests. The state will receive a 10 percent share of profits and no additional construction…
Usa Todayscience68 days ago
Velella Velella Washes Ashore Along Pacific Coast Beaches in Spring Aggregation
Dense aggregations of the blue, sail-bearing hydrozoans appeared in late April 2026 after a record-breaking warm winter marked by marine heat waves. Scientists noted the spectacle while urging citizen reports through the iNaturalist app to improve understanding and predictability…
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Ukrainian Drones Strike Tuapse Refinery Three Times, Causing Fires and Oil Spills
Ukrainian forces targeted Russia's Tuapse oil refinery with drone strikes on April 16, 20, and 28, 2026, leading to fires, oil spills into the Black Sea, and black rain affecting the area. Volunteers and authorities responded with cleanup efforts for beaches, rivers, and animals.
news.sky.comworld79 days ago
UK and France Sign £662 Million Security Deal Amid Ongoing Channel Crossings
The UK and France have agreed to a new £662 million deal to enhance border security along the French coast. The agreement aims to increase police presence and provide new equipment to address migrant crossings. Boats carrying migrants were observed launching from southern French…
jurist.orgworld80 days ago
Greece Designates 251 Beaches as Sunbed-Free for 2026
Greece has named 251 beaches in environmentally important areas where rented sunbeds and umbrellas will be banned starting in 2026. The measure aims to protect natural sites, including protected marine areas. This expands from 238 beaches last year and follows actions to address…
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Fiji Villagers Oppose Australian Billionaire's Waste-to-Energy Plan
Villagers in Fiji have rejected a proposal by an Australian billionaire to burn rubbish for energy production. They described the plan as 'waste colonialism' and expressed concerns it could harm local beaches. A representative from the nation echoed these sentiments at the UN.
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news.google.comworld86 days ago
Over 250 Migrants Launch from Belgian Beaches as Nearly 600 Reach UK Waters
At least 250 migrants departed from Belgian beaches on Saturday, contributing to nearly 600 arrivals in UK waters from Belgium and France. This activity marked the largest single-day launch from Belgium since smuggling tactics shifted this year. The total number of migrant arriva…
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Los Angeles County Issues Water Contact Warning for Beaches Due to Recent Rain Runoff
The Los Angeles County Public Health Department has warned beachgoers to avoid all contact with ocean and bay waters due to potential bacteria from street runoff following recent rains. The advisory remains in effect until 8 a.m. Tuesday and could be extended if more rain occurs.…