“When I was younger, I had the word discipline duct taped onto my wall.”
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Shark Encounter Took Life of a Teenage Swimmer Girl on Australia’s Coast | DRM News
A teenage girl tragically lost her life in a shark attack off the coast of Queensland, Australia, on February 3, 2025. The incident occurred at Woorim Beach on Bribie Island, approximately 80 kilometers north of Brisbane, where emergency crews were dispatched after reports of a serious shark bite. The girl sustained life-threatening injuries and succumbed to them despite efforts by authorities. While police did not confirm her age, media outlets have reported the victim was 17 years old. This tragic event highlights the ongoing dangers posed by sharks along Australia’s coast.
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Thousands Take Part in Polar Bear Plunge to Support Special Olympics | WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore
There’s nothing like plunging into cold water during the winter to get your adrenaline pumping. More than 2,500 people participated in the main Maryland Plunge along with Gov. Wes Moore. The athletes participate free of charge because the millions of dollars raised and donated at the Polar Bear Plunge account for more than 40% of the annual budget for Special Olympics Maryland, helping athletes play without having to pay.
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Tragic Drowning of 5-Year-Old in Bents Basin Waterhole | 7NEWS
A five-year-old boy has died after being pulled from Bents Basin Waterhole.
The boy was treated and taken to Westmead Hospital in a critical condition where he later died.
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The Last Five Women’s 50m Freestyle Champions | Olympics
Discover the remarkable journey of the last five Olympic champions in the women’s 50-meter freestyle! From Germany’s Britta Steffen (2008) and the Netherlands’ Ranomi Kromowidjojo (2012), to Denmark’s Pernille Blume (2016) and Australia’s Emma McKeon(2020). In 2024, Sweden introduced the new gold medalist Sarah Sjöström to the pool. Relive the exciting moments, incredible speed, and fierce competition
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The Swimsuit So Good They Banned It | Half as Interesting
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Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Continues | FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
FOX 9’s Ian Leonard was in Maple Grove for the Polar Plunge to help raise money for the Special Olympics on Saturday.
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Michigan-Based Goldfish Foundation Promotes Diversity in Swimming With Special Meet | WXYZ-TV Detroit | Channel 7
In honor of Black History Month, the Michigan-based Goldfish Foundation held a swim meet on Saturday at Seaholm High School. The goal of the meet was to promote diversity and awareness for parents to enroll children into life-saving swim lessons.
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Elite Breaststroke Training With a Former Arizona State / French Record Holder | Aquatic Sports Performance
We trained and learned from a former Arizona State and French National record holder!