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Olympic gold medalists Rowdy Gaines and Kate Douglass are helping families stay safe this summer with crucial water safety lessons. Their expert advice could prevent drownings and give parents peace of mind at pools and beaches.
An American scientist who helped prevent waterborne disease outbreaks has won a prestigious international award for making drinking water safer worldwide. Her scientific approach now protects millions of people and helped Singapore create one of the world's most advanced water recycling systems.
Communities across Nigeria are taking action to protect their rivers and streams from pollution, with one state governor personally leading efforts to restore water safety. The movement is bringing real change to rural areas where clean water has become scarce.
A new University of South Carolina study found bottled water contains dramatically fewer disinfection byproducts than tap water. The research offers reassuring news for the billions of people worldwide who choose bottled water every day.
Ghana Water Limited just took a major step toward turning its quality water into a thriving business everyone can access. The company launched a new leadership board to transform its G-Water brand into one of Ghana's most trusted bottled water options.
A new modular water filter system from Swiss gear maker Katadyn can transform even stagnant pond water into safe drinking water anywhere on Earth. The three-stage Explorer system is already being used by disaster relief teams and expedition professionals worldwide.
Professor Joan Rose just won one of the world's most prestigious water awards for developing a breakthrough approach that helps protect billions of people from unsafe drinking water. Her science-based risk assessment method now guides water safety policies worldwide.
While illegal mining threatens water quality across Ghana, one organization is providing clean drinking water to over two million people in rural communities. Safe Water Network uses underground sources and pristine lake water to keep families safe.
Three Team USA women's water polo players just captured league championships across Europe, dominating in Spain and Greece. The wins come just ahead of the Champions League Final Four, where their teams will compete for the sport's biggest club prize.
Los Angeles just opened two new facilities that will transform contaminated groundwater into clean drinking water for hundreds of thousands of homes. The breakthrough cuts the city's reliance on imported water nearly in half within the next decade.
A Northwestern engineer transformed bacterial sensors into a glowing water safety test that works anywhere, no lab required. Communities in Chicago and Kenya are already using it to check their drinking water.
Brazilian scientists discovered that common moringa seeds can remove dangerous microplastics from water just as well as harsh chemicals. This natural, low-cost solution could transform water safety in communities worldwide.
An Egyptian scientist has invented a machine that pulls water straight from the air, producing 15 liters of clean drinking water daily. The homegrown innovation could help millions facing water scarcity across Egypt and beyond.
After losing his 21-month-old son to drowning, Jonathan St. Clair is turning grief into action by visiting all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums in 30 days. He's wearing a life jacket to every game to spark conversations about drowning prevention.
A team of 10-year-old water polo players from Newport Beach fought back from an early deficit to win the USA Water Polo Junior Olympics championship. Their undefeated tournament run shows how youth sports can build both champions and character.
Rand Water has finished the first phase of a massive maintenance project, restoring full capacity to major pumping stations serving millions across four provinces. The successful upgrades mark a milestone in strengthening South Africa's long-term water security.
World Rugby just unveiled an ambitious six-year plan to inject over $1 billion into the sport, with a special focus on growing women's rugby and expanding into the massive U.S. market. The strategy leads up to the 2031 Men's Rugby World Cup in America and promises to transform how the sport invests in players, competitions, and communities worldwide.
A leading elevator company chairman is teaching parents simple safety habits that could prevent elevator accidents involving children. These easy-to-learn tips turn everyday elevator rides into teachable moments about safety.
Kenya is scaling up clean water programs after recognizing women and girls spend millions of hours daily fetching water instead of pursuing education and work. New government initiatives aim to bring water directly to communities, freeing up time for school, jobs, and safety.
A kayak washed ashore in Napier, New Zealand, and police are working to track down its owner to make sure they're safe. The community effort shows how seriously local authorities take water safety.
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