sharks

Unprovoked shark attacks around the world decreased last year, although they rose in the United States, according to researchers.

In recent years there has been an increase in shark sightings in New England. While beachgoers aren’t too happy to be sharing the waters with great whites, the rise in shark sightings is actually something of a success story, and it’s up to us to find a way to co-exist.

The San Jose Sharks are taking a hit on social media over their decision to recruit midrift-baring “ice girls” to sweep away the ice, which some fans say is exploitative of women’s bodies.

While shark attacks are rare, more people are killed by electrocution by Christmas lights each year, here is a guide on what to do if you should find yourself in such a precarious position.

With the announcement that Michael Phelps will race a shark for Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week,” we take a look back at five times athletes competed against animals.

San Diego scientists are among the research team that discovered how and why some sharks glow deep underwater. They used a special “shark-eye” cam to create amazing images in the waters off San Diego.