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2:31pm Jul 31, 2021

World News World News Sports

An Australian Gold Medalist Invited Her Bronze-Winning Teammate To Share The Podium

by Josie Fischels

After winning her second gold medal, swimmer Kaylee McKeown invited Emily Seebohm to share the top step of the podium. "It was quite emotional. She had some tears in her eyes, so did I," McKeown says.
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12:37pm Jul 30, 2021

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See These Swimmers Share A Sweet Hug After South Africa Takes Gold And A World Record

by Rachel Treisman

In addition to smashing a longtime world record, Tatjana Schoenmaker took home South Africa's first gold medal of the Tokyo Games.
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1:02pm Jul 28, 2021

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An Olympic Swimmer Who Battled COVID-19 Twice Is Now A Gold Medalist

by Jonathan Franklin

Great Britain's Tom Dean was diagnosed with COVID for a second time just a few months ahead of the Olympic trials. Now he has two gold medals in Tokyo.
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11:40am Jul 27, 2021

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Tom Daley Sends A Powerful Message To The LGBTQ Community After His Gold Medal Win

by Jonathan Franklin

"I feel incredibly proud to say that I am a gay man and also an Olympic champion," the 27-year-old diver from Great Britain told his fans. Daley's gold was the first of his Olympic career.
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10:00am Jul 10, 2021

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With A Staggering Depth Of 196 Feet, The World's Deepest Pool Is Opening In Dubai

by Josie Fischels

At 196 feet deep, Deep Dive Dubai has set the record for the deepest diving pool. Visitors can explore, play pool and chess, and visit an underwater library.
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7:00am Jul 03, 2021

Science Science Health & Safety

You Could Save A Child From Drowning This Summer. Here's How

by Kristen Kendrick

A swimmer of any skill level might need your help, and preventing a drowning takes closer supervision of the kids than you might think. The distress signs can be subtle and quick.
4:18pm Jun 21, 2021

Sports Sports

Winston-Salem Native Kathleen Baker Falls Short In Bid For Tokyo Olympics

by Paul Garber

Olympic medalist and Winston-Salem native Kathleen Baker has fallen short in her efforts to make this summer’s Tokyo games.
Matika Wilbur

12:40pm May 02, 2021

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Want To See Inspiring Pix? Check Out These Award-Winning Photos

by Michele Abercrombie

This year's Leica Women Foto Project highlights girls defying cultural taboos and learning to swim in Zanzibar and a young Native American runner who triumphed despite a coach's lack of faith.
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9:02pm Jan 14, 2021

National National Politics & Government

Former U.S. Olympic Swimmer Klete Keller Charged In Capitol Attack

by Brakkton Booker

Keller, 38, is facing three counts: obstructing law enforcement, knowingly entering a restricted building without lawful authority, and violent entry and disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds.
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7:39pm May 08, 2020

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Coronavirus FAQs: Do Temperature Screenings Help? Can Mosquitoes Spread It?

by Laurel Wamsley

And as summer nears, the question must be asked: Is it risky from a COVID-19 standpoint to go in a swimming pool?
2:28pm Jan 03, 2020

Economy Economy Sports

Greensboro Aquatic Center To Host 5 National Swimming Championships

by Eddie Garcia

Greensboro will host a handful of national youth swimming championships over the next few years, and they’re expected to have a significant economic impact on the city.
2:11pm Jul 30, 2018

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Local Olympian Sets World Record In 100-Meter Backstroke

by Paul Garber

Forsyth County native Kathleen Baker won a silver medal in the backstroke at the Rio Olympics two years ago.