Swimming
Five dead in Ohio mass drowning after failed rescue attempt of struggling swimmer
According to the Delaware County Sheriff's Office, the tragedy unfolded Sunday night along the Scioto River at the O'Shaughnessy Reservoir, about 10 miles northwest of Columbus, Ohio.
Not just in the North: The hidden pools and wet trails you need to know
France reports 40 drowning deaths during severe heatwave
Sydney reopens Coogee Beach under heavy patrols after woman critically injured in shark attack
Taking your dog to the beach? Here are some dangers you should be aware of
It's fun to bring dogs to the beach, but it can also be a dangerous place. Here are some tips to keep pets safe in the sun, on the sand, and in the sea.
Why shouldn't you buy your children blue swimsuits?
"Just don’t do it!" Scarnati writes. "Why think about which bathing suits for the splash pad? Just buy bright ones!"
A doctor warns: This is what will happen to you if you walk barefoot by the pool
Foot health experts recommend avoiding barefoot pool walking to prevent fungal nail infections, which can cause disturbing symptoms and prove challenging to eliminate.
Israel needs a national program for drowning prevention - editorial
The majority of drownings off beaches occur either on officially recognized beaches when lifeguards are not on duty, or on beaches where swimming is prohibited.
At Special Olympics Berlin, Israeli swimmer brings home gold
There are more than 3,500 athletes in Special Olympics in Israel who compete in 11 different fields of sport.
Florida bear terrifies bathers after joining them for a swim
A black bear spooked Florida beachgoers after being spotted swimming in the shallow water, but state wildlife experts say it's not an unusual occurrence.
45-kilogram wild boar found cooling off in a swimming pool in Berlin
Urban boar sightings have become more common in Germany in recent years, a problem Haifa residents know all too well.
This Israeli nudist beach is ranked in the top 20 of its kind worldwide
Being naked isn't the same kind of taboo it was before. The Naturist Society released a list ranking the best nude beaches worldwide - and an Israeli beach made the cut.
This phrase can keep your toddler from drowning
It's not enough to be poolside when your toddler is walking around - this paramedic shared the three words that can save a life.
Indian swimmer ties world record as fastest male swimmer in Kinneret
The Kinneret, situated approximately 214 meters below sea level, is known to be the second lowest water body in the world.