FINA approves competition use of caps designed for afro hair
FINA has approved a cap designed for afro and big hairstyles to be worn in its competitions at every level following a review, swimming's world governing body said on Friday.
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'Wrath Of God': Israel's Response To 1972 Munich Massacre
The killing of 11 Israelis at the 1972 Munich Olympics prompted Israel to turn to a strategy which endures to this day: deploying secret operatives abroad to assassinate its enemies. Ever since the Mossad intelligence service embarked on its Operation "Wrath of God" to hunt down senior terrorists it blamed for the Munich bloodbath, it has covertly targeted Israel's enemies overseas.
Aaron Ramsdale reveals Arsenal target after perfect start to the new season
Aaron Ramsdale is planning quite the season. Flying high with Arsenal, the England goalkeeper is targeting silverware with club and country as the Gunners prepare for Europa League action and the Three Lions set their sights on the World Cup later this year.
Private gym evacuated after swimmers 'exposed to chemical fumes' in pool
An exclusive private gym was evacuated this afternoon following reports swimmers were 'exposed to chemical fumes' in the pool. The Athelis club and spa, in Warrington, where Love Island stars Molly-Mae and Maura Higgins have been spotted previously, was evacuated by the fire service shortly before 3pm.
Commentary: Draw the right lessons from Joseph Schooling, Amanda Lim’s cannabis case for the benefit of future athletes
SINGAPORE: It was disheartening to hear the news on Tuesday (Aug 30) that two of our top swimmers, Amanda Lim and Joseph Schooling, have been investigated for using cannabis. Olympic champion Schooling confessed to consuming cannabis overseas, which is classified as an illicit drug by the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB).
Public opinion on Schooling's cannabis confession split, some sympathetic while others call for fair treatment
SINGAPORE: Public opinion on Joseph Schooling’s confession that he consumed cannabis overseas has been split, with some expressing sympathy for his plight while others called for him to be treated like any other person who has broken the law.
Give Joseph Schooling, Amanda Lim 'our support and backing', says Shanmugam
SINGAPORE: Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam on Wednesday (Aug 31) called on Singaporeans to be gracious to Joseph Schooling and Amanda Lim, and to "give them our support and backing".
Canadian swimming star Penny Oleksiak has knee surgery, says she faces long recovery
Decorated swimmer Penny Oleksiak says she has a long recovery process ahead of her after undergoing surgery to repair torn cartilage in her knee.