Episode 114: the Bermuda Triangle

The mystery of the Bermuda Triangle dates back to 1492 when Christopher Columbus was attempting to reach Asia. During his journey, he passed through this infamous region of water, and according to his notes, something peculiar happened to his compass. He observed that "at the commencement of the night, the needles turned a half point northwest, and in the morning, they turned somewhat more northwest." He also reported the sea rising and a flickering light in the distance, like a candle. The mysterious disappearances/incidents within the Bermuda Triangle include Flight 19, USS Cyclops and the ship Ellen Austin.  Is there a scientific explanation to these mysteries or is the scientific community still debating?