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Swimmers left vulnerable at beaches as lifeguard shortage rocks nation | NTL

Beach and pool administrators are scrambling to fill empty lifeguard spots, as swimming areas across the country have been forced to close or take risky…

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Trans swimmers banned from competing in women’s events

USA Today national sports columnist Christine Brennan reacts to a recent rule change by FINA, the swimming world’s governing body, that bars trans women from…

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Helicopter crash investigations

A police helicopter crashed near a California beach, killing one officer hours after another helicopter crashed just feet away from swimmers in Florida. ABC News’…

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When sharks attack: What you need to know to protect yourself

This summer, shark activity at beaches in the U.S., was a little too close for comfort, with several people attacked while in the water. source

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US women’s soccer beats Netherlands on penalty kicks, advance to Olympic semi-final

Plus, U.S. swimmers stir controversy over doping, mask-wearing at the Tokyo games. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at 9 AM & 11AM EST WATCH the…

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Celebrating medical workers, Ramadan, Swimmers in Sydney: The Week in Pictures

A look at the week’s top photos from around the globe. source

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Taking cold plunge into the English Channel | ABC News

ABC News’ Maggie Rulli meets up with the Seaford Mermaids, a community of wild swimmers who take daily dips in the frigid waters off the…

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