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Titmus to retire after Paris 2024 Olympics

Australian swimming sensation Ariarne Titmus reveals she'll likely retire after next year's Olympics, setting up an epic final showdown with American rival Katie Ledecky.

Swim instructor jailed for child sex abuse

A Nova Scotia swimming instructor has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a horrific campaign of sexual abuse against multiple young children entrusted to his care.

British couple banned from Venice for canal jump stunt

A British couple's Venetian holiday ends in a ban after they were filmed leaping from a bridge into a historic canal. Discover the consequences of their reckless stunt in one of Italy's most iconic cities.

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.

Bruges Tour Boat Crashes Into Low Bridge, Soaking Tourists

Shocking video captures the moment a Belgian canal boat in Bruges fails to clear a low bridge, sending panicked passengers diving for cover as the roof scrapes over their heads. The unexpected deluge turns a serene tour into a frantic scramble for safety.

Pensioner's one-man mission transforms filthy canal bank

A retired grandfather from the UK has single-handedly cleared a disgustingly polluted canal bank, transforming a fly-tipping eyesore into a pristine public space. His weeks of tireless work have sparked a wave of local pride and inspired the community.

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