Swimming
France reports 40 drowning deaths during severe heatwave
A deadly heatwave in France has led to around 40 drowning deaths as people seek relief in unsafe swimming spots, officials said on Tuesday.
Sydney reopens Coogee Beach under heavy patrols after woman critically injured in shark attack
Olympic Committee of Israel honors fallen swimmer Eden Nimri
Israeli community builds world's only mechanical-divide swimming pool
Three swimmers' fateful encounter with Hawaii's 'Pool of Death'
Three men in Hawaii's "Queen's Bath" faced a deadly whirlpool, battling turbulent waters in their bid to reach safety. One of their fates remains uncertain.
Spanish influencer bathes in forbidden water where six people died
Spanish influencer Marina Rivera Saldaña faces backlash for bathing in a forbidden bay, angering locals and followers alike.
Ancient Roman mosaic reveals: Women wore bikinis thousands of years ago
While many think bikinis are a 20th-century invention, an ancient Sicilian mosaic shows that ancient Roman women wore them during sports.
Palestinian amputee sparks inspiration for young swimmers in Gaza
Parents bringing their children to swimming classes for the first time are surprised to see Tattar standing on two crutches.
Here's why parents need to be careful of 'dry drowning'
"Dry drowning" or "secondary drowning" are terms that refer to rare complications that are more common in children.
Old City of Jerusalem gets its first-ever swimming pool
The sports and cultural center in the Franciscans’ St. Savior headquarters inside the New Gate is the first of its kind in the historic walled city.
World Drowning Prevention Day: Never say it can’t happen in your family
Drownings on beaches and in pools have become an epidemic in the last five years, according to Beterem's CEO.
This is how you survive if attacked by a shark
Learn how to avoid and respond to shark encounters to ensure your safety while your time at the beach.
Taking your dog to the beach? Here are some dangers you should be aware of
It's fun to bring dogs to the beach, but it can also be a dangerous place. Here are some tips to keep pets safe in the sun, on the sand, and in the sea.
Why shouldn't you buy your children blue swimsuits?
"Just don’t do it!" Scarnati writes. "Why think about which bathing suits for the splash pad? Just buy bright ones!"
