The sea looks the same. So does the sand. But in Egypt, two beach communities not far from each other have decidedly different ideas about fun.
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Can a Beach Really Be Evil? Ask the Sun-Seekers in Good Sahel.
The sea looks the same. So does the sand. But in Egypt, two beach communities not far from each other have decidedly different ideas about fun.
Block Island’s Wind Farm Had Unexpected Benefits
Offshore turbines let Block Island shut down soot-spewing, earsplitting diesel generators. There were other benefits, too.
Large Shark Kills Surfer Near Sydney, Police Say
The authorities in Australia closed beaches in the northern Sydney suburbs after the attack.
Large Shark Kills Surfer Near Sydney, Police Say
The authorities in Australia closed beaches in the northern Sydney suburbs after the attack.
Tourists Go to Siquijor Island in the Philippines for ‘Magic’ Healing
Siquijor, in the Philippines, is trying to capitalize on a centuries-old association with the occult.
Rising Cost of a Day at the Beach Angers Italians
For Americans, the price of eggs became a rallying cry for consumers beaten down by high prices. For Italians, it’s the cost of beach umbrellas.
A French Beach Town’s Plea to Tourists: Keep Your Clothes On
“A little restraint, please!” wrote the mayor of Les Sables d’Olonne, who is leading an effort to stop visitors from wandering the town in just their swimwear.
Finland’s Short, Precious Summers Are Plagued by Goose Poop
Finns trying to enjoy beaches and parks during their all-too-brief summers have been vexed by legions of geese — and their droppings. The smelly mess has resisted even the most innovative solutions.
Rip Current Survival Tips: What to Do if You Get Caught in One
From land, a rip current can appear relatively calm, as a strip of water that extends out between breaking waves. Its appearance can be deceiving.