Boy Swims Long Distance Through Shark-Infested Waters to Rescue His Family. His Method Is Simple
A Heroic Swim Through Rough Waters As a kid, I participated in the winter swim team at the YMCA. Honestly, I loathed those practices. There were times when I begged my mom to let me skip. I even tried to outsmart the system by leaving my Speedo at home, thinking I could avoid swimming. That […]
13-year-old Australian boy swims 2.5 miles in rough waters to save his family
Young Boy’s Bravery Saves His Family During Ocean Rescue A 13-year-old boy exhibited remarkable courage by swimming for hours in rough waters to save his family off the coast of Australia, according to police reports. This effort resulted in the successful rescue of his mother and two younger siblings. Austin Appelby recounted his decision to […]
Coyote swims to Alcatraz Island in San Francisco
Coyote’s Daring Swim to Alcatraz Island A coyote made quite the splash on Alcatraz Island this past Sunday, leaving guests and staff in disbelief. How exactly did this adventurous creature manage such a feat? One tourist recorded remarkable footage of the coyote navigating the rocky waters of the former prison island. In the video, the […]
Leatherback turtle Riptide swims an incredible 7,000 miles in 7 months
A mother turtle has caught the attention of researchers with her remarkable journey of 7,000 miles over seven months, swimming from Panama to the North Atlantic and back to Florida. The female Caribbean leatherback turtle, named Riptide, was tagged and released near Panama on May 22nd. Since then, the Sea Turtle Conservancy, based in Gainesville, […]
Record-holder swims 29 miles around Manhattan while handcuffed
While he hasn’t found himself behind bars, he might just be able to relax for a moment. In September, Michael Morrow, a 49-year-old from New York, successfully completed an impressive 45.5-mile loop, which started at Lower Manhattan, up the East River, through Harlem, and back down the Hudson River. (Surprisingly) He accomplished this in less […]
Sante Scardillo swims daily in the Red Hook channel.
A Unique Sanctuary in Upper New York Bay A thrill-seeking resident of Little Italy has transformed the murky waters of Upper New York Bay, often littered by Staten Island Ferries, into his personal escape. Sante Scardillo, who didn’t share his exact age but hinted that he qualifies for MTA discounts, swims in these choppy waters […]
Riley Gaines swims across Alcatraz at 31 weeks pregnant and responds to critics.
Riley Gaines recently completed a swim from Alcatraz to the coast, an impressive feat that she also did last year. This time, however, she was 31 weeks pregnant. The news generated quite a stir on social media, with some people criticizing her choice. Despite the backlash, Gaines took the opportunity to promote her podcast, “Gaines […]
RFK Jr. swims in Rock Creek in DC despite guidance on bacteria.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared on Sunday that he took a dip in Rock Creek, Washington, along with his grandchildren. He mentioned on social media that certain tributaries of the Potomac River currently pose a safety risk due to elevated bacteria levels. “I had a Mother’s Day hike at Dumbarton Oaks Park with […]
Non-woke ‘Moana 2’ sinks or swims, ‘Gladiator II’ fights back, and ‘Red One’ brings some early Xmas action
No opinions, no agenda. All you need are the basic facts needed to answer the eternal question. “Is there anything good to play?” Welcome to the first installment of the Monthly Align Movie Guide. While we can't guarantee that Hollywood will make entertainment worth your time and money, we can help you understand your choices. […]
Paris mayor swims in Seine River before 2024 Summer Olympics
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has finally made good on a promise to bathe in the long-polluted Seine to prove it is safe ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics, which begin next week. Hidalgo insists that Paris’ famous river is safe to swim in for three triathlons and a marathon swim planned to take place in […]