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www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

6 European Cities Where You Can Swim in the Wild

Paris is reviving the Seine River as a recreational space with public swimming spots before the Olympics.
The initiative reflects a broader trend in cities aiming to enhance quality of life through blue infrastructure. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Running

Marathon Swimming Held At Olympics But Concerns About Seine Water Safety Remain

Training sessions are vital in open water events; swimmers face challenges in Seine with enterococcus bacteria, variable currents, and strategic navigation. [ more ]
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www.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Belgian Olympic team bows out of triathlon as teammate falls ill after swim in the Seine

Belgium's Olympic triathlon team forfeited due to illness from swimming in the Seine, highlighting water quality concerns for athletes. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Writing

Olympic athletes have a new worry about the Seine, and it's not the pollution

People are concerned about the strong currents in the Seine River during the Paris Summer Olympic Games, affecting the triathlon and marathon swimming events. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 months ago
Writing

Come On In. The Water's (Probably) Fine.

Swimmers faced challenges of swimming in Seine river with powerful currents, but the Paris Olympics event proceeded successfully. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
France politics

Olympic triathletes swim in Seine River after days of concerns about water quality

Triathletes in Paris swim safely in the Seine River after water declared clean. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Writing

Olympic triathletes swim in Seine River after days of concerns about water quality

The Olympic triathlons in Paris proceeded despite water-quality concerns after heavy rains, showcasing the city's efforts to clean up the polluted Seine River for the event. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Writing

Here's what to know about Seine River water quality during the Paris Olympics

Swimming in the Seine River in Paris is a health concern for athletes due to water quality issues during the 2024 Summer Olympics. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Belgian Olympic team bows out of triathlon as teammate falls ill after swim in the Seine

Belgium's Olympic triathlon team forfeited due to illness from swimming in the Seine, highlighting water quality concerns for athletes. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Writing

Olympic athletes have a new worry about the Seine, and it's not the pollution

People are concerned about the strong currents in the Seine River during the Paris Summer Olympic Games, affecting the triathlon and marathon swimming events. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 months ago
Writing

Come On In. The Water's (Probably) Fine.

Swimmers faced challenges of swimming in Seine river with powerful currents, but the Paris Olympics event proceeded successfully. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
France politics

Olympic triathletes swim in Seine River after days of concerns about water quality

Triathletes in Paris swim safely in the Seine River after water declared clean. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Writing

Olympic triathletes swim in Seine River after days of concerns about water quality

The Olympic triathlons in Paris proceeded despite water-quality concerns after heavy rains, showcasing the city's efforts to clean up the polluted Seine River for the event. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Writing

Here's what to know about Seine River water quality during the Paris Olympics

Swimming in the Seine River in Paris is a health concern for athletes due to water quality issues during the 2024 Summer Olympics. [ more ]
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#olympics
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Writing

Will the Seine be ready for Olympic swimming? With dry weather and a little luck

Taylor Spivey, a veteran triathlete, is unfazed by the contaminated Seine in Paris for the Olympics, having faced worse waters in her career. [ more ]
time.com
3 months ago
Writing

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo Fulfills Promise to Swim in the Seine Ahead of the Olympics

Efforts to clean up the Seine River in preparation for the 2024 Olympics have included a $1.5 billion investment and infrastructure upgrades to improve water quality. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Writing

At the Olympics, a murky question for the Seine: Will it be clean enough to swim in?

The Paris Olympic Games will have temporary stadiums, including an underground tunnel and water tank to make the Seine River suitable for swimming events. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Writing

Will the Seine be ready for Olympic swimming? With dry weather and a little luck

Taylor Spivey, a veteran triathlete, is unfazed by the contaminated Seine in Paris for the Olympics, having faced worse waters in her career. [ more ]
time.com
3 months ago
Writing

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo Fulfills Promise to Swim in the Seine Ahead of the Olympics

Efforts to clean up the Seine River in preparation for the 2024 Olympics have included a $1.5 billion investment and infrastructure upgrades to improve water quality. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Writing

At the Olympics, a murky question for the Seine: Will it be clean enough to swim in?

The Paris Olympic Games will have temporary stadiums, including an underground tunnel and water tank to make the Seine River suitable for swimming events. [ more ]
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#paris-olympics
ESPN.com
3 months ago
Writing

Olympian loses wedding ring in Seine, apologizes

Gianmarco Tamberi lost his wedding ring in Seine River during Paris Olympics opening ceremony. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
France politics

Olympic Ceremonies on the Seine were a daring feat. Paris stuck the landing.

Paris opened Olympics on Seine, defying detractors and showcasing bold thinking to revive global sporting events spectacle. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
France politics

It might rain during the Paris Olympics' ambitious opening ceremony

Weather may impact the grand opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics, with forecasts indicating a chance of rain, but the event is still expected to proceed as planned. [ more ]
www.twincities.com
3 months ago
France politics

How to watch the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony

Athletes parade on boats along the Seine River for the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, rather than the traditional stadium march. [ more ]
time.com
3 months ago
OMG science

How Dangerous Is the Seine for Olympic Athletes?

Paris Olympics faced challenges with contamination to host marathon swimming and triathlon events in Seine River. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Mayor of Paris Takes an Olympian Plunge in a Beautified Seine

Paris mayor fulfills promise of swimmable Seine River, a symbol of Paris Olympics. [ more ]
ESPN.com
3 months ago
Writing

Olympian loses wedding ring in Seine, apologizes

Gianmarco Tamberi lost his wedding ring in Seine River during Paris Olympics opening ceremony. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
France politics

Olympic Ceremonies on the Seine were a daring feat. Paris stuck the landing.

Paris opened Olympics on Seine, defying detractors and showcasing bold thinking to revive global sporting events spectacle. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
France politics

It might rain during the Paris Olympics' ambitious opening ceremony

Weather may impact the grand opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics, with forecasts indicating a chance of rain, but the event is still expected to proceed as planned. [ more ]
www.twincities.com
3 months ago
France politics

How to watch the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony

Athletes parade on boats along the Seine River for the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, rather than the traditional stadium march. [ more ]
time.com
3 months ago
OMG science

How Dangerous Is the Seine for Olympic Athletes?

Paris Olympics faced challenges with contamination to host marathon swimming and triathlon events in Seine River. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Mayor of Paris Takes an Olympian Plunge in a Beautified Seine

Paris mayor fulfills promise of swimmable Seine River, a symbol of Paris Olympics. [ more ]
moreparis-olympics
ESPN.com
3 months ago
Writing

2024 Paris Olympics: Best moments from the Games' opening ceremony

The 2024 Paris Olympics' opening ceremony took place outside of a stadium for the first time, showcasing an epic beginning amidst rainy weather. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Your guide to keeping up with the Paris Olympics

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics feature unique events like break-dancing and efforts towards sustainability amidst controversies and competition. [ more ]
HiP Paris Blog
4 months ago
Writing

The Essential Paris Walking Tour: Must-See Sights for First-Time Visitors

A stroll along the Seine River is the best way to experience the history and ambiance of Paris in a short visit. [ more ]
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