Chaos in the Lineup: The Great New Zealand Shark Debate The sudden shutdown of a major surfing competition in New Zealand due to a suspected shark attack has left the sporting world abuzz with questions about safety protocols and the unpredictability of nature.
A closer look at the World Surf League's New Zealand Pro event in Raglan reveals that the incident was caused by a sea lion biting photographer Ed Sloane in the foot, rather than an actual shark.
The Politics of Fear and Sharks The initial reaction to the incident raises questions about our cultural attitudes towards sharks.