Mermaids may not be real, but that hasn’t stopped people from turning it into a career. Mermaiding isn’t just about fantasy.

Hattiesburg mermaid Emily Shaw, also known as Storm Siren, was team captain for Team USA, who brought home the gold in the 2025 Merylmpics in Germany.

Underwater performers nationwide are risking life and limb as aquariums and other tourist attractions cut back on safety protocols to boost profits.

And the fin-tastic shark puns we’ve gathered for you today are guaranteed to give you a jaw-some case of the giggles. Sure, ...