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🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

World Championships, Milanese swimmer D'Angelo wins two medals

Walter D'Angelo, a 63-year-old swimmer from Milan, achieved gold and silver medals at the International Winter Swimming Association World Championships held in Oulu, Finland.

Mar 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

13 Minutes of Resuscitation in Tenerife Yielded No Result – Woman Died in a Shocking Manner

A British postal worker named Rose Buck tragically drowned while swimming in Tenerife, succumbing to severe injuries sustained from being struck by a wave against rocks.

Mar 22 • 21:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

A family mother tragically died in Tenerife

Rose, a 56-year-old British mother, tragically died in Tenerife after being struck by a powerful wave while swimming.

Mar 22 • 20:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mum lost leg in horrifying accident with young son - now she swims through ice

After losing her leg in a tragic accident while playing with her son, Nicola Doran has turned to ice swimming as a means of recovery and personal empowerment.

Mar 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

He was arrested, fled, and jumped into the river to escape swimming: the video of the unusual aquatic chase

A young man led police on an unusual chase in Daytona Beach, jumping into the Halifax River to evade arrest, prompting officers to pursue him on paddleboards.

Mar 21 • 16:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: young woman goes viral after recording alligator appearing in flood area in Amapá

A video of a medium-sized alligator swimming in a flood area in Macapá, Brazil, has gone viral after being recorded by a young woman visiting her mother's house.

Mar 21 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Four beach segments are unfit for bathing this weekend in Paraíba; check which ones

Four beach areas in Paraíba have been deemed unfit for swimming this weekend, according to a recent water quality report.

Mar 21 • 11:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The house was conceived over a glass of wine. Success followed thanks to a unique pond

A spontaneous idea led a couple from eastern Slovakia to build a house with a swimming pond, which has become the centerpiece of their garden and lifestyle.

Mar 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Australian swimmer breaks the meter-code era with a 50-meter world record

Australian swimmer Cameron McEvoy set a new world record for the 50-meter freestyle swimming event in Shenzhen, China, besting the previous record held since 2009.

Mar 20 • 21:43 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Australian Swimmer Breaks the 50 Meter World Record in the Short Course Era

Australian swimmer Cameron McEvoy has set a new world record in the 50-meter freestyle during a competition in China, surpassing the previous record set in 2009.

Mar 20 • 21:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Cameron McEvoy defeats the era of 'super suits': broke a 16-year record in the 50-meter freestyle

Cameron McEvoy broke a long-standing 50-meter freestyle record, becoming the first swimmer to go under 21 seconds without the aid of super suits.

Mar 20 • 20:48 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Sports

Australian Olympic champ McEvoy breaks 17yo world record

Cameron McEvoy has set a new world record in the men's 50 metres freestyle at the China Swimming Open, finishing with a time of 20.88 seconds.

Mar 20 • 20:13 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Female swimmer says a grievance has been filed against her for calling trans competitor 'a man'

Angie Griffin, a female swimmer, faces a grievance for referring to a trans athlete as "a man" in a US Masters Swimming league forum.

Mar 20 • 20:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piraíba surprises, breaks record and swims 890 km; "renews the team's spirit," says researcher

A piraíba catfish has set a record by swimming 890 kilometers in the Araguaia River, highlighting the importance of the river as a vital migratory corridor for species.

Mar 20 • 18:48 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Cameron McEvoy is the fastest swimmer in history: he broke the world record for the 50-meter freestyle, which had been mired in controversy for over 16 years due to super suits

Australian swimmer Cameron McEvoy broke the world record for the 50-meter freestyle, previously held by César Cielo for over 16 years.

Mar 20 • 18:42 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

"He is not dead, he went swimming to unblock the Strait of Hormuz": how Chuck Norris became a humor superhero despite himself

Chuck Norris has become a posthumous icon of absurd humor, with jokes and memes celebrating his larger-than-life persona following his recent death.

Mar 20 • 17:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brit tourist dies after 'earthquake triggers freak wave' smashing her into rocks

British tourist Rose Buck tragically died after being struck by a freak wave, allegedly caused by a nearby earthquake, while swimming in Tenerife.

Mar 20 • 11:46 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The costume under the toga. The lawyer of the seas tames Mandela's island

Sabrina Peron, a lawyer by profession and an accomplished open water swimmer, reflects on her remarkable athletic achievements in swimming, including multiple long-distance crossings.

Mar 20 • 06:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Eneli Jefimova Became an NCAA Champion for the First Time

Eneli Jefimova won her first NCAA championship in swimming, setting a new personal record in the 100-yard breaststroke.

Mar 20 • 06:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

Powerful ⟩ Eneli Jefimova crowned NCAA champion with a remarkable record!

Estonian swimmer Eneli Jefimova has been crowned the NCAA champion in the 100-yard breaststroke with a personal best time at the championships held in Atlanta.

Mar 20 • 05:49 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

This is Tenerife, in the middle of Oslo

A location in Oslo nicknamed Tenerife, once a sunny retreat, has undergone significant changes, making it unsuitable for swimming in recent years.

Mar 19 • 20:40 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A challenge at 5 degrees Celsius: swimming in the Strait of Magellan

Swimmer Lorena Fernández recently completed a challenging swim in the frigid waters of the Strait of Magellan, marking a significant personal achievement after transitioning from a running career due to injury.

Mar 19 • 20:31 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Man photographed at the swimming pool in Umeå – police were alerted

A man was reported for taking photos at a swimming pool in Umeå, Sweden, leading to police intervention and a warning.

Mar 19 • 12:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'2026 is the new 2016': ten years after success as 'Careca TV', child YouTuber who overcame cancer celebrates a new phase

Ten years after gaining fame on the internet while sharing her battle against brain cancer, Lorena Reginato, also known as 'Careca TV', is now focusing on paralympic swimming and has recently graduated in audiovisual studies.

Mar 19 • 10:26 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Swimming pools, schools, and beauty salons: The Health Board is focusing on six critical areas

The Estonian Health Board has identified six key sectors for health risk monitoring and oversight for 2026.

Mar 19 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Swimming Tips Online: Crawling on the Sofa

The article humorously discusses learning the crawl swimming technique from home via online resources, emphasizing the difference between theoretical knowledge and practical application in water.

Mar 19 • 05:28 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Armands Simsons’ wife has found a way to fight vegetative dystonia

Iveta Simsone discusses how winter swimming has significantly alleviated her symptoms of vegetative dystonia.

Mar 18 • 22:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Portuguese Man o' Wars Observed in the Canary Islands

Portuguese Man o' Wars have been spotted along the northern coast of the Canary Islands, prompting authorities to advise caution when swimming.

Mar 18 • 19:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Body of teenager who disappeared in river is found by fishermen

A 14-year-old boy who disappeared while swimming in a river in Iguape, São Paulo, has been found dead by fishermen.

Mar 18 • 19:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

30 people evacuated from a pool in Rubí (Barcelona) due to a reaction of toxic products

Thirty people were evacuated from a municipal swimming pool in Rubí, Barcelona, after an accidental mixing of toxic products led to health issues for many users.

Mar 18 • 19:06 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Villa of 1200 m² with swimming pool, taxi bills of 15,000 euros per year... The Order of Physicians critically assessed by the General Inspectorate of Finance

The Order of Physicians in France is criticized for unjustified expenses and luxury purchases based on a report from the General Inspectorate of Finances.

Mar 18 • 12:39 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Union's Front Figure: Healthy People Should Be Able to Retire Early

A union leader emphasizes the importance of allowing healthy individuals to retire early to enjoy life while they still have the energy to engage in activities like swimming or playing football with their grandchildren.

Mar 18 • 10:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

LV: Popular Outdoor Swimming Pool to Close in the Middle of Summer – Anger Ignited: 'Foolish Actions'

The city of Espoo plans to close the highly popular outdoor swimming pool in Leppävaara for major renovations starting August 3, which has sparked public outrage.

Mar 18 • 07:50 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Condominium: everything changes regarding common areas. Swimming pool and tennis courts based on ownership shares

A new ruling from Italy's Cassation Court allows condominium assemblies to decide usage rights of common areas like swimming pools and tennis courts based on ownership shares.

Mar 18 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Magnini: "Sinner is crazy, Antonelli is on the same path. In football, they only think about profits"

Former swimming champion Magnini discusses the contrasting motivations in sports, highlighting Jannik Sinner's talent and expressing concerns about football's profit-driven nature.

Mar 18 • 00:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The sight of Sweden's swimming queen's bare skin is causing a stir – a major reaction on television

Swedish Olympic medalist Therese Alshammar's tattoo is once again a topic of discussion, following recent visibility on a TV show.

Mar 17 • 21:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Watch the video of emus swimming across the Rio Grande; behavior is little known

Brazilian fishermen filmed two emus swimming across the Rio Grande, showcasing a behavior that is not commonly known.

Mar 17 • 17:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

I’m an outdoors writer and these are my favourite swimsuits, including one I’ve owned for 15 years

The article provides guidance on choosing the best swimsuits for various water activities while highlighting eco-friendly options.

Mar 17 • 15:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mar del Plata: he went swimming in the water, got lost among the waves, and died

A 72-year-old man drowned while swimming at Cabo Corrientes beach in Mar del Plata, Argentina, after being reported missing by a friend.

Mar 17 • 10:42 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Bathing Crisis in Germany: Who Keeps the Children Afloat?

Swimming pools in Germany are closing due to financial constraints faced by local municipalities, raising concerns about children's swimming skills and education.

Mar 17 • 10:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'The pain I will carry for the rest of my life,' says mother of young man who disappeared in the Rio Acre a year ago

The mother of Roger da Silva Matos, who disappeared a year ago while swimming in the Rio Acre, expressed her ongoing sorrow and the lack of closure regarding her son's fate.

Mar 16 • 19:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Lake Windermere 'needs real-time pollution warnings' after two swimmers were taken to hospital

Campaigners are calling for real-time pollution warnings at Lake Windermere following incidents where two swimmers were hospitalized, including a boy who suffered life-threatening kidney failure from an E coli infection.

Mar 16 • 17:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

14-Year-Old Disappears in River on the Coast of SP; Firefighters Search

Firefighters are searching for a 14-year-old boy who disappeared while swimming in the Ribeira de Iguape River in São Paulo's coastal city of Iguape.

Mar 16 • 17:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Perhaps the worst mistake a swimming pool visitor can make: "It worries me the most"

Elina Lähdeaho, the cleaning manager of sports halls, emphasizes the importance of washing swimwear at home after using drying machines to avoid bacteria.

Mar 16 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man disappears in river and firefighters conduct searches

A man has disappeared while swimming in the Paranapanema River, prompting a search operation by firefighters in Teodoro Sampaio, São Paulo.

Mar 16 • 13:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Sports

Peras Sports Club: Celebrating 140 years of history with a three-day swimming competition

The Peras Sports Club is hosting international swimming competitions with over 2,000 athletes from Greece, Cyprus, and Europe to celebrate its 140th anniversary.

Mar 16 • 12:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

BREAKING: Brit tourist, 39, drowns in Bali after being pulled out to sea by deadly wave

A 39-year-old British tourist has drowned in Bali after being caught by a rip current while swimming.

Mar 16 • 12:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Adam Peaty given reality check months after Olympic champion married Holly Ramsay

Adam Peaty returned to competitive swimming, finishing fourth in the men's 100m breaststroke at the Edinburgh International Swim Meet, months after his marriage to Holly Ramsay.

Mar 16 • 07:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Excellent performance of K. Teterevkova and K. Stankevičius at the Lithuanian Student Swimming Championships

Olympic swimmers K. Teterevkova and K. Stankevičius excelled at the Lithuanian Student Swimming Championships, winning multiple gold medals.

Mar 16 • 07:09 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

In Great Shape, Maari Randväli Again Breaks Estonian Record

Estonian swimmer Maari Randväli has broken the national record in the 50-meter backstroke at an international competition in Edinburgh.

Mar 15 • 13:19 UTC

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