Year: 2017
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Man nearly drowns at Hamilton Pool Friday morning
Initial information indicates a bystander started performing CPR on the swimmer after he was pulled out of the water.
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WADA obtain key database proving Russian doping before Sochi 2014
A key database confirming allegations about doping in Russia made in the McLaren Report has been obtained and studied by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), they announced today. The information, obtained by WADA’s investigations team from a whistleblower, marks a huge breakthrough in the investigation into doping and sample tampering by Russian athletes at the…
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Hillsboro High School Swim Team Embracing Special Needs Students
High School is not always an easy time when you are different from the other kids, but the Hillsboro High School Swim Team is embracing students with special needs.
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This video of people swimming to the edge of a 338-foot waterfall in Zambia is going viral
This death-defying pool at the edge of a giant waterfall isn’t called the Devil’s Pool for nothing. Located at Victoria Falls in Zambia, the natural infinity pool overlooks a 338-foot drop. With a whopping 10 million views on Facebook, this thrilling attraction is captivating daredevils all over the world. See Insider
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Yale student receives Air Force Gold Valor award for rescuing swimmers
A 20-year-old Yale student is being recognized for saving swimmers in Ontario.
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Lewis Pugh – Time to #BeatPollution
Lewis Pugh, endurance swimmer and UN Environment Patron of the Oceans has seen marine litter polluting the oceans all around the world. From South Georgia, he urges everyone to act now to #BeatPollution. #CleanSeas.
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Rio Olympic Bus Legacy Could Shut Down
The bus-rapid transit line used to ferry spectators to the Rio Olympic Park will reportedly shut down due to safety and passenger concerns. Buses will be removed from the Transoeste line according to a report from RJTV. The line in Rio de Janeiro’s far west connects Santa Cruz, Campo Grande, and Barra da Tijuca. During…
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Zip-Line Right Into This Mexican Swimming Hole
Zip-line right into the longest underground river in the world at Jungla Maya Native Park in Mexico. For more info: http://www.alltournative.com/