There are several important rules that apply to all water sports. The sportsman/woman should have the right equipment and the right instruction; engage in the sport with a buddy; and avoid the use of alcohol or medication that may cause impaired...

Ever since humans first took to the seas thousands of years ago, sailors have faced numerous dangers. Ancient civilizations tried to explain these dangerous conditions by claiming that they were the work of angry gods or monsters. While scientific...

A water sport is a form of recreation where water (other than drinking water) is an essential aspect of the activity. For a list of such sports, divided according the participants' position at, below, or above the surface of the water, see list of water...

Summer is here, bringing months of fun and sun. Although the warmer weather is a welcome change after winter and spring, the threat of heat comes with it. We can feel the effects of higher temperatures anywhere, from normal operations at home base...

Byline: MICHEAL McGEARY NED King currently works with the DOE Water Service and just the other day could not believe his eyes when his knock on a door at a house near Newcastle was answered by Dan McCartan, Down's legendary full-back of...