Surfing

Surf’s pup: Some 20 dogs make a splash at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in California

This year’s overall winner was five-year-old Labrador retriever Rippin Rosie, followed closely by Iza, a French bulldog from Pleasanton, and Bradley “Shortboard” Cooper from Long Beach.

Sally jumps off her board while competing in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California.
"Incorporate the power of the sea for people living with trauma." Dr. Ariel Ezra during HaGal Sheli activity.

New bachelor's degree to train students in trauma treatment through surf therapy

A lifeguard and a NSW Police boat patrol Coogee Beach following a shark attack in Sydney, Australia, June 13, 2026.

Sydney reopens Coogee Beach under heavy patrols after woman critically injured in shark attack

Yaron Waksman, Co-Founder and CEO of HaGal Sheli (My Wave)

At 'Post' conference, HaGal Sheli CEO highlights surf therapy's role in national recovery


Surfers at risk: 60% of shark bites in 2024 targeted wave riders

Gavin Naylor, director of the Florida Program for Shark Research, noted that the lower numbers of shark encounters in 2024 could simply represent a statistical fluctuation.

 Surfers at risk: 60% of shark bites in 2024 targeted wave riders.

Costa Rica surf retreat: Healing through nature, wildlife, surfing

The mission is to craft programs for Israelis grappling with trauma and disability, providing them with the tools to heal through nature, wildlife, and surfing.

 CARO AGUILAR and Eitam Bedein during a surfing lesson.

Paddle out at Palmahim Beach calls for release of Gaza hostages

Over 100 surfers and kayakers formed a circle of hope at Palmahim Beach, urging the return of hostages held in Gaza.

A paddle out for the hostages at Palmahim Beach on Friday, January 10, 2025.

Samsung Israel and Billabong Israel partner to boost surf culture in Israel

Samsung Israel teams up with Billabong to promote surfing culture through a joint campaign, featuring limited-edition surfboards and perks for Galaxy Flip 6 and Galaxy Watch 7 buyers.

 Samsung Israel teams up with Billabong

From skis to motorcycles: The bold collaboration of an extreme sports giant

Israeli travel group Aviation Links acquires Asa Extreme's activity, joining forces to develop and market the innovative brand Extreme Travelers.

 Asa Extreme and Aviation Links

Bill Maher’s misstep on faith and commentary - opinion

As a Bill Maher fan, I respect his truth-seeking, but his recent monologue on the Trump assassination attempt and religious language missed the mark.

 BILL MAHER arrives at the ‘Vanity Fair’ party during the 94th Academy Awards in Beverly Hills, California, in 2022. What we can all agree on is that we can’t explain how the world works, says the writer.

A first flagship store and website for the RIP CURL brand in Israel

Just before the hot summer arrives, the Australian surfing and fashion brand, RIP CURL, has landed in Israel, bringing dozens of sea, beach, and lifestyle products to the Israeli audience.


Sri Lanka: The ultimate Far East Passover destination

Unveiling Sri Lanka: Discover a surge in Israeli tourism to this diverse Far East gem, with insights on attractions, culture, airlines, and surfing hotspots before your Passover getaway.

 Weligama Beach, Sri Lanka

WATCH: Aggressive sea otter caught stealing, riding surfboards

Experts are unsure what caused the 5-year-old otter's strange behavior.

An Asian small-clawed otter, one of the 14 birthed at the Singapore Zoo and Night Safari, is pictured during a media tour to showcase newborn animals at the Singapore Zoo January 11, 2018.

Polish 88-year-old takes tilt at world's oldest windsurfer crown

Retiree Piotr Dudek has been windsurfing for 40 years and is known by the nickname "Junior," coined for him by his friends when he was around 80.

 Polish retiree Piotr Dudek is hoping to officially become the world's oldest windsurfer