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  • Kingsport Aquatic Center to Host 100-Mile-Swim Club in 2026 | WJHL

    Jan 2, 2026

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    The 100-mile swim club will travel the over 2,000 mile Appalachian Trial throughout 2026. You can register in person or online. The challenge begins Thursday and runs through Dec. 31, 2026.

  • Concern Raised as Drownings Reach Record High | Sky News Australia

    Jan 2, 2026

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    in Safety

    Writer and broadcaster Kel Richards analyses the record-high drownings as Victoria sees 20 fatalities since July 1, 2025.

  • Science, Suits and Coaching Drive New Era of Speed in Swimming | TVJ Sports | Television Jamaica

    Jan 2, 2026

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    in Competition
  • Olympic Swimmer Kyla Sanchez Talks About Her First Sea Games Triumph | ANC | ABS-CBN News

    Jan 2, 2026

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    in Competition

    Headstart: Olympic swimmer Kayla Sanchez concluded her first Southeast Asian (SEA) Games representing the Philippines with a total of eight medals—three golds and five silvers—making her one of the most decorated athletes of the 2025 SEA Games.

  • Teen Reunites With Man He Saved From Drowning | KHON2 News

    Jan 1, 2026

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    in Safety

    17-year-old Spencer Allen and his friend went out on his uncle’s jet ski, expecting a day of fun, until it quickly turned into a day he’ll never forget.

  • Two Drown, Two Missing as Dangerous Surf Rocks Sydney Beaches | ABC News Australia

    Jan 1, 2026

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    in Safety

    Authorities are warning people in Sydney to stay out of the water as dangerous surf rocks the city’s beaches.
    A search is underway after a man was swept out to sea at Coogee Beach.
    Meanwhile, a 25-year-old woman who was swept off rocks at Maroubra Beach could not be revived.

  • World’s Toughest Rescue Swimmer Training | US Coast Guard | Titan Wild Rescue

    Jan 1, 2026

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    in Safety

    The United States Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmers are among the most elite rescue professionals in the world.

    This video takes you inside the intense AST A School training, where candidates are pushed to their physical and mental limits through extreme water confidence drills, pool fitness, medical rescue scenarios, and helicopter operations.

  • New Year’s Day 2026 | Lifeguards Working Hard to Control Swimmers at Beaches in KZN

    Jan 1, 2026

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    in Beach Life, Safety

    It’s the first day of 2026, which is traditionally a beach day in South Africa.

    KwaZulu-Natal beaches are usually packed to capacity on New Year’s day by locals as well as holiday makers.

    SABC News Reporter Mlondi Radebe is there to tell us more about the mood, weather and the turn out.

  • Hundreds Brave Cold Waters In Barcelona’s Traditional New Year Swim | VERTEX

    Jan 1, 2026

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    in Winter Swimming

    Hundreds of swimmers welcomed 2026 by plunging into the chilly Mediterranean Sea at Barcelona’s Barceloneta beach as part of the city’s traditional New Year’s Day swim.

    Under clear winter skies, participants ran from the sand into waters measuring around 14.5°C, many wearing Santa hats and festive accessories. Longtime swimmers said the annual dip is the perfect way to begin the year, celebrating together with family and friends on the beach.

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