9 h. ago Toxic algae hits vast US lake just in time to spoil July 4 swimming and boating

Exposure to the blooms can result in liver and kidney failure, inflammation — and maybe even death

Events

15 h. ago ‘Beaches will be open’: How cities are keeping July 4 swimmers safe from a ‘Jaws’ nightmare

A woman in New York has already been bitten by a shark this summer.

Politics

15 h. ago 8 best swimming earplugs, from Alpine, Speedo, Zoggs and more

Protect your ears during lane swimming and in open water, with these tried-and-tested picks

Politics

15 h. ago Leading Labour politician found dead after 'going swimming' as body is pulled from river

Police have confirmed Lord David Lipsey, 77, has been found dead after going swimming in the River Wye, a place he had lived for '30 years' alongside his wife

Politics

16 h. ago Labour peer Lord David Lipsey found dead after police recover body in river

Police said they received 'a report concerning the safety of a man who was last seen swimming in the River Wye' and could now confirm the body of Lord David Lipsey was recovered

Events

16 h. ago Body of Lord David Lipsey is recovered from the River Wye after 77

The Labour peer, 77, drowned in the River Wye in Glasbury, Wales, Dyfed-Powys Police said.

Politics

16 h. ago Man found dead after swimming in River Wye named as member of House of Lords

Lord David Lipsey was last seen swimming in the River Wye at Glasbury

Events

16 h. ago 'Stylish' earplugs that work 'perfectly' at concerts are a must

'These earplugs work perfectly for concerts and parties. They reduce the volume just enough to protect my hearing without affecting the music.'

Politics

37 h. ago Construction begins on a floating river swimming pool for New York City

The attraction, called "+ Pool", will measure 9,000 sq ft and be accessible from a walkway by Pier 35 on the East River

Politics

38 h. ago UPenn finds 'shameful' loophole to still celebrate trans swimmer Lia Thomas

UPenn have made use of a loophole in order to still celebrate Lia Thomas' records - despite agreeing to resolve alleged Title IX violations.

Politics

47 h. ago North Koreans swim at huge new beach resort touted as boost for country’s tourism

The first group of Russian tourists to the Wonsan-Kalma resort will depart on July 7 for a eight-day trip

Society

47 h. ago Boux Avenue's huge swimwear sale includes 'gorgeous' bikinis

The high street retailer has dropped the price on all of its swimwear - but its for a limited time only

Politics

48 h. ago Fearne Cotton looks incredible in a plunging red swimsuit and ab

Fearne Cotton looked incredible wearing a plunging red bikini in behind the scenes images from a wellness trip to Ibiza. 

Politics

52 h. ago 'I discovered why UK beach with Hawaii vibe and waterfall is deserted'

Woody Bay in North Devon is a stunning and unspoilt spot that's perfect for wild swimmers and sunbathers - but it's not for the faint-hearted or those seeking facilities

Politics

53 h. ago Elizabeth Hurley, 60, sizzles in a plunging tiger print swimsuit as she reveals her and new boyfriend Billy Ray Cyrus' special song

The actress and model, 60, set pulses racing as she posed aboard a boat in a plunging tiger-print swimsuit that showed off her sensational figure.

Politics

57 h. ago UPenn to ban transgender athletes, ending civil rights case focused on swimmer Lia Thomas

Penn settles Title IX case over Lia Thomas’ winsSchool will ban trans women from female sportsFeds call it a victory for women and girls’ rightsThe University of Pennsylvania has agreed to ban transgender women from its women’s sports teams to resolve a federal civil rights case that found the school violated the rights of female athletes.The US Education Department announced the voluntary agreement Tuesday. The case focused on Lia Thomas, the transgender swimmer who last competed for the Ivy League school in Philadelphia in 2022, when she became the first openly transgender athlete to win a Division I title. Continue reading...

Politics

57 h. ago Scottish loch with mysterious castle in its centre named country's best kept secret

Loch an Eilein in the Cairngorms has been named Scotland’s best kept wild swimming secret, with its peaceful setting and an island castle in its middle

Politics

58 h. ago UPenn to ban transgender athletes, feds say, ending civil rights case focused on swimmer Lia Thomas

The University of Pennsylvania has agreed to ban transgender women from its women’s sports teams to resolve a federal civil rights case that found the school violated the rights of female athletes

Politics

63 h. ago Amanda Holden's very flattering plunge swimsuit sold out immediately

Amanda Holden's latest beach look could perhaps be her most flattering yet as she slipped into a chic black and white Cannes one-piece by luxury swimwear brand Away That Day.

Politics

64 h. ago Scotland’s most decorated Olympian describes ‘special’ OBE moment

Swimmer Duncan Scott was one of a number of Scots receiving honours from the King at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Tuesday.

Politics