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☆ Tourists are flocking to a strange bubblegum-pink pond in Hawaii
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-11 | by ( Marta Biino | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

AdvertisementAdvertisementTourists have been flocking to a bright pink pond on the island of Maui, in Hawaii, in recent weeks. The pond, called Keālia Pond, has been monitored by the Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge since October 30, when its color changed. AdvertisementAdvertisementHalobacteria are "salt-loving organisms found in high salinity water bodies," according to the Fish and Wildlife Service. The Keālia Pond turned pink on October 30, 2023. Bret Wolfe, the refuge manager, told the AP that he's seen an increase in tourist visits since the pink pond first appeared on social media.

Persons: —, Leslie Diamond, Bret Wolfe, he's Organizations: Service, Wildlife Refuge, Fish and Wildlife Service, and Wildlife Service, AP Locations: Maui, Hawaii

☆ A Pond in Hawaii Turned Pink, Raising an Environmental Red Flag
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-11 | by ( Rebecca Carballo | More About Rebecca Carballo | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: 1 min

A pond in Hawaii became a social media spectacle this week after turning bubble-gum pink. However, experts said the new hue was not just a photo opportunity but an indicator of environmental stress. Staff members at the Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge on Maui have been monitoring the pink water for the last two weeks, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, after initial fears that the color was a result of toxic algae. The salinity inside the Kealia Pond outlet area is currently greater than 70 parts per thousand, which is twice the salinity of seawater.

Organizations: Staff, Wildlife, U.S . Fish, Wildlife Service Locations: Hawaii, Maui

☆ Water at Kealia pond in Hawaii has turned pink amid drought
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-10 | by ( Angela Fritz | Abigail Holmes | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Water at the Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge, one of the few coastal salt marshes on the island of Maui, has been bright pink since at least October 30, officials say, after its salt content surged amid an extreme drought. While Kealia literally means “salt encrustation,” the pond’s salinity has skyrocketed well beyond normal because of Maui’s extreme drought. The entire island is in severe or worse drought, according to the US Drought Monitor. The area where the Kealia Pond refuge is located is in what’s considered an extreme drought – the second-worst on the Drought Monitor’s scale. @Traviskeahi_photo/InstagramThe Waikapu Stream, which brings water from the West Maui Mountains down into the Kealia Pond, also flows through the area of extreme drought.

Persons: Kealia Organizations: CNN, Wildlife, University of Hawaii, Fish and Wildlife Service, US Drought Monitor Locations: Hawaii, Maui, Salt, what’s, West Maui, Maui County, Lahaina

Staff at the Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge on Maui have been monitoring the pink water since Oct. 30. The salinity inside the Kealia Pond outlet area is currently greater than 70 parts per thousand, which is twice the salinity of seawater. Curious visitors have flocked to the park after photos of the pink pond appeared on social media. But no, they’re here to see the pink water," Wolfe joked. As a wildlife refuge, people aren't supposed to wade into the pond or let their pets in the water regardless of its color.

Persons: “ Barbie, “, ’ ”, Bret Wolfe, Wolfe, hasn't, ” Wolfe, aren't Organizations: Staff, Wildlife Locations: HONOLULU, Hawaii, Maui

☆ Fowler, Spieth and Thomas looking to invest in Leeds
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-15 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

June 15 (Reuters) - Rickie Fowler said he and fellow American golfers Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas are looking to invest in Leeds United after 49ers Enterprises agreed on a takeover of the English soccer club. Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani agreed to sell his stake to the investment arm of the San Francisco 49ers NFL franchise after they were relegated from the Premier League. "There is the group that's moving forward with being involved with Leeds. Myself, JT and Jordan potentially will be a part of it," Fowler told Sky Sports. The trio are looking to follow former NFL player J.J. Watt and his wife, former U.S. soccer international Kealia Watt, who have invested in Burnley.

Persons: Rickie Fowler, Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, Andrea Radrizzani, JT, Jordan, Fowler, I've, J.J, Watt, Kealia Watt, Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney, Pearl Josephine Nazare, Peter Rutherford Organizations: Leeds United, 49ers Enterprises, Leeds, San Francisco 49ers NFL, Premier League, Sky Sports, Burnley, Wrexham, English Football League, Thomson Locations: States, U.S, Bengaluru

CNN —At first glance, the idea of a former NFL legend and a former US Women’s National Team star wanting to bring “global eyeballs” to an English soccer club might seem an unusual ambition. Its inhabitants have also been hit particularly hard by the UK’s cost of living crisis, which hasn’t been lost on JJ Watt and his wife, Kealia. “Burnley is a special club. “All I want to do is help tell their story. “The success of the football club this year has given such a boost to Burnley and the surrounding area.

☆ JJ Watt does pub crawl ‘research’ after investing in Premier League-bound Burnley
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Amy Woodyatt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Just getting to know the supporters, I want to earn their trust by showing them how much we care and how passionate we are. “It’s research, I’m doing research – and lots of pints of Guinness along the way. The Royal Dyche took to Twitter to mark Watt’s visit, sharing an image of him behind the bar on Monday. Lovely gent, such a great reception in the pub from all us Claret fans,” the pub added. Kompany is best known for his exploits as the captain of Manchester City, with whom he won four Premier League titles.

☆ JJ Watt and Kealia Watt invest in Premier League-bound Burnley FC
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-02 | by ( Matt Foster | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —After retiring from professional football in the NFL earlier this year, JJ Watt is turning his hand to soccer as he and his wife Kealia announced their investment in English club Burnley FC on Monday. In a statement released by the club, JJ Watt said: “When you invest in a club that’s been around since 1882, you must have great respect for its history and tradition. Kompany is best known for his exploits as the captain of Manchester City, with whom he won four Premier League titles. Manager Vincent Kompany has guided Burnley back to the Premier League. Burnley’s chairman Alan Pace said of the Watts’ investment: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome JJ and Kealia into the Clarets family.

☆ J.J. Watt invests in English soccer club Burnley
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-01 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

[1/5] Feb 9, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, US; Former football player J.J. Watt poses for a photo on the red carpet before the NFL Honors award show at Symphony Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsMay 1 (Reuters) - Former NFL player J.J. Watt and his wife, former U.S. international soccer player Kealia Watt, announced on Monday that they are investing in the English soccer club Burnley FC. Watt, three-times Defensive Player of the Year in the National Football League, announced his retirement in December. Kealia Watt formerly played for the Chicago Red Stars of the National Women's Soccer League and is currently a free agent. Burnley are owned by Burnley FC Holdings Limited, with Calder Vale Holdings holding 83.97% of the company and individual shareholders holding the remaining shares.

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