Ian Thorpe: I almost quit before Sydney 2000 glory
Olympic legend Ian Thorpe opens up for the first time about his devastating mental health crisis and how he nearly walked away from swimming just months before his historic Sydney 2000 triumph.
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Rome's River Tiber to be made swimmable in major clean-up
The River Tiber in Rome, once a polluted no-go zone, is being transformed into a swimmable waterway, with the first official bathing areas planned within four years under a major environmental initiative.
Oklahoma Teen's Drowning Prompts UK Safety Warnings
The tragic drowning of a 16-year-old LSU football recruit in Oklahoma sparks critical water safety warnings from UK authorities as summer approaches.
UK's 'World's Scariest Waterslide' Traps Swimmers Underwater
Shocking footage emerges of the 'Cobra' waterslide in the UK, dubbed the world's scariest, after it violently trapped swimmers underwater, forcing a frantic rescue. Exclusive details on the investigation.
70ft 'Sea Monster' Mystery on UK Beach Baffles Experts
A colossal 70-foot decomposing sea creature has been discovered on a British beach, sparking a mystery that has left marine biologists and cryptozoologists utterly stumped. Is it a whale, a basking shark, or something more enigmatic?
Olympic Swimmer's Family Targeted After Doping Protest
Australian swimming star Mack Horton discloses harrowing criminal threats against his family after his high-profile anti-doping stand against Chinese rival Sun Yang during the Tokyo Olympics.
Badenoch pledges to 'maximise' North Sea oil and gas extraction
Conservative leadership hopeful Kemi Badenoch is set to announce a major energy policy shift, pledging to turbocharge North Sea oil and gas production in a bid to boost UK energy security and create jobs, putting her on a collision course with environment
Hove's Secret: Nudist Beach, Sea Swims & The Perfect Chippy
Discover how Angela found the ultimate Brighton escape. From a secret nudist beach to a new Hove apartment, sea swims, and the perfect chippy, this is the blueprint for a perfect British seaside summer.
Floating Lido Planned for London's Canary Wharf
Plans unveiled for a stunning new open-air swimming facility in the heart of London's financial district, featuring a 25m pool and panoramic city views.
Toddler's Tragic Pool Drowning in Westminster
A devastating incident in Westminster as a toddler tragically drowns in a backyard swimming pool. Influencer Emilie Kiser's home becomes the centre of a community's grief, raising urgent questions about pool safety and child supervision.
Deepest Ocean Sediment Found in Japan Trench
Scientists have recovered the deepest ocean sediment samples ever recorded from the Japan Trench, a groundbreaking find that could transform our understanding of mega-earthquakes.
Swim instructor assaults disabled child, dragged by hair
A swimming instructor from Surrey has been sentenced after a horrifying incident where she violently dragged a disabled child by the hair across a pool. The distressing footage led to her downfall.
UK Swimming Pool Crisis: 400 Facilities Face Closure
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly 400 UK pools at risk of closure due to crippling energy costs and urgent safety repairs, threatening community health and children's swimming access.
Australia's drowning deaths hit 30-year high: 294 lives lost
New data reveals Australia's drowning deaths have hit a devastating three-decade high, with coastal incidents and rip currents claiming the most lives. Experts call for urgent action on water safety.
Texas Police Car Crashes Into Family Swimming Pool
A routine police patrol in Texas ended in chaos when a squad car veered off the road and plunged into a family's backyard swimming pool, narrowly missing children who were swimming just moments earlier.
Venomous 'Blue Dragons' Force Spanish Beach Closure
A popular Spanish beach on the Costa Blanca has been shut after the dangerous arrival of Blue Sea Dragons, a rare and venomous species. UK holidaymakers are urged to exercise extreme caution.
Toxic 'Blue Dragon' Sea Slugs Invade Spanish Beach
Beachgoers in Alicante, Spain, are warned after the venomous Blue Glaucus, or 'Blue Dragon' sea slug, washes up on the shores of Guardamar del Segura. Experts urge public not to touch the striking but dangerous creature.
Tourist paralysed after Devon sea safari seat fails
A British tourist's dream holiday turned to tragedy when a catastrophic seat failure on a Devon sea safari boat left him paralysed from the waist down. The horrifying incident occurred off the coast of Ilfracombe, sparking serious safety concerns.
Best Waterproof Headphones for Swimming in 2024
Transform your swim sessions with our expert review of the top waterproof headphones. Discover bone conduction tech, MP3 players, and smart features for the perfect aquatic soundtrack.
Man dies after jumping into beauty spot pool
A man has tragically lost his life after jumping into Enson Pool, a popular beauty spot, sparking warnings about the dangers of open-water swimming.
Phelps: USA Swimming in leadership crisis
Olympic legend Michael Phelps calls for urgent reforms in USA Swimming's leadership amid SafeSport concerns, highlighting systemic failures.
Phelps attacks 'failing' USA Swimming standards
Olympic legend Michael Phelps has launched a scathing critique of USA Swimming, accusing the organisation of failing to maintain high performance standards and support athletes effectively.
Girl, 11, drowns in pool on family holiday
A family holiday turned to tragedy when an 11-year-old girl drowned in a swimming pool. The devastated parents are now calling for stricter safety measures to prevent future accidents.
Camera drops 24 miles into ocean, captures amazing footage
A camera dropped 24 miles into the ocean captures never-before-seen deep-sea creatures in stunning high-definition footage.
Waterworld denies girl died in wave pool incident
Waterworld has strongly refuted claims that a young girl died in their wave pool, calling the reports 'completely false' and insisting all safety protocols are strictly followed.
Toddler drowns as parents distracted by sports bet
A heartbreaking incident unfolds as a toddler drowns in a pool while his parents were engrossed in a sports bet, sparking outrage and sorrow.
Pacific Islander's swimming revolution: The Australian crawl
Discover how a Pacific Islander transformed swimming by introducing the Australian crawl, now known as the freestyle stroke, to the world.
Rare Deep-Sea Starfish Caught on Camera
Incredible footage reveals a rarely seen deep-sea starfish, showcasing the mysterious wonders of the ocean's depths.
England's waters 5x more polluted than EU
New research shows England's bathing waters are significantly more contaminated than those in the EU, raising serious health and environmental concerns.
RNLI's 'float to live' technique saves lives
The RNLI has released a crucial video demonstrating the 'float to live' technique, a lifesaving method for anyone caught in dangerous waters. Learn how this simple advice could prevent tragedies.
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