South Carolina used 50 retired shipping containers to create two artificial reefs in 2005; the containers were prepared to provide shelter for marine lifeOff the coast of South Carolina, the innovative use of steel shipping containers as artificial reefs is becoming increasingly popular. By r...
04 Nov, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
Georgia repurposed retired chicken cages as estuary reefs in the 1990s; years later, the structures remained stable and supported oyster growthIn an innovative move, Georgia has transformed chicken transport cages into artificial reefs to bolster marine life. Initiated in 1990, suc...
04 Nov, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
In 1994, Florida deployed seven retired M60 tanks as reefs off Pensacola; a 2000 inspection found them still in their original positions on the seafloorThe state of Florida creatively utilized retired M60 tanks by turning them into artificial reefs for marine habitats. This innovative initi...
04 Nov, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
Kerosene costlier than petrol: Karnataka fishermen switches fuel, but 95% of boats still out of waterRising kerosene prices and expensive petrol alternatives are forcing traditional nadadoni fishermen along Karnataka’s coast to suspend boat...
03 Nov, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Iran thanks India after airborne commandos recapture pirate-held vessel Azini off Somalia, rescue 20 crew membersIran has thanked India after Indian Navy commandos recaptured the pirate-held fishing vessel Azini off Somalia and rescued all 20 Iranian c...
03 Nov, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Watch video: How the Indian Navy freed hijacked fishing vessel Azini and rescued all 20 crew members in a 48-hour operation in the Arabian SeaThe Indian Navy rescued all 20 crew members of the hijacked fishing vessel Azini after a 48-hour operation in the Arabian Sea, more than 3,...
03 Nov, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
In 2022, Dwayne Johnson bought a 180-acre Virginia farm for $12 million. Inside the 1903 estate with 7 bedrooms, private fishing pond, horse stables and a gym in the barnIn 2022, Dwayne Johnson purchased a sprawling 180-acre farm in Virginia for a whopping $12 million. This exquisite estate boasts a magnific...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
In 2015, Maryland placed 5 barge loads of concrete rubble around a sunken barge off Taylor’s Island; the debris was intended to add height, surface area, and shelter for fishOff the coast of Taylor's Island, Maryland, a barge has sunk, transforming the seafloor into a barren landscape. In response, Maryland's Ar...
30 Oct, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
In 2012, a Philippine coastal project began turning discarded fishing nets into carpet tiles; six years later, UNEP reported 61 tonnes collected and 41 tonnes recycledOld fishing nets pose a significant environmental threat as they contribute to ocean plastic pollution and ghost fishing. The Net-Works pro...
29 Oct, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
In 2026, Texas deployed 400 tons of concrete railroad ties off Port O’Connor; the material was arranged into two piles at an artificial reef siteIn April 2026, Texas took a significant step by deploying 400 tonnes of concrete railroad ties to form two artificial reef piles. This proj...
29 Oct, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
Woman tries to pet a great white shark on Georgia fishing trip, but its sudden thrashing and lunge reveal the powerful survival instincts of an apex predatorA woman named Jen attempted to touch a great white shark during a tagging expedition. The shark reacted unexpectedly by thrashing and lungi...
28 Oct, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
In 2005, Florida sank about 500 tons of concrete railroad ties off St. Lucie County; a year later, divers recorded 17 fish species and heavy marine growthFlorida's groundbreaking initiative saw 500 tons of discarded railroad ties submerged offshore, creating a new artificial reef aimed at fos...
28 Oct, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
North Carolina dumped 7,200 tons of discarded concrete pipe onto bare ocean floor at AR-165; the reef later grew to include 3 retired tugboats for fish habitatIn North Carolina, marine biologists are transforming sunken tugboats and concrete pipes into artificial reefs, enhancing the habitat for n...
28 Oct, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
Hawaii’s abandoned fishing nets once trapped marine life; now they are being turned into electricitySince 1996, Hawaii has successfully collected 848 metric tons of abandoned fishing nets, significantly reducing marine pollution. These net...
27 Oct, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
‘I lived on fish and chips’: 107-year-old World War II veteran from Wales shares his secret to a long lifeOwen Filer, a remarkable centenarian and WWII veteran from Wales, celebrated his 107th birthday in October with joyous festivities. He attr...
26 Oct, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
In 1968, the 440-foot Amaryllis became an artificial reef off Palm Beach County in roughly 82 feet of water; reef divers later recorded 136 fish species in 15 surveysThe Amaryllis, once a freighter, now rests as an artificial reef after running aground near Palm Beach, lying about 80 feet underwater. Sur...
25 Oct, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
India eyes 30 million tonnes fish output in 5 years, seafood exports of Rs 1.25 lakh croreIndia has initiated a national action plan for inland small-scale fisheries to increase fish production. The plan aims to achieve a target ...
23 Oct, 2026, 06.59 PM IST