2020 Tokyo Olympics Set To Boost Japan’s Economy By At Least .6%
The Bank of Japan released a report earlier this week that increasing number of foreign tourists, as well as Olympics-related construction investments are helping to ‘expand Japan’s gross domestic product (GDP).
Rio Declares Health State of Emergency 7 Months Out From Olympics
Governmental emergency funds are needed in order to immediately to reopen closed hospital units and clinics throughout Rio de Janeiro, the host of the 2016 Olympic Games.
Newfoundland & Labrador Club Swimmer Dies In Car Accident
The swimming community has learned of the passing of athlete Alyssa Davis, a Canadian swimmer who represented the Swimming Newfoundland and Labrador club.
Former Paralympic Swimmer Lands ESPN Gig
American Paralympic swimmer Victoria Arlen is changing gears and heading to the ESPN network beginning in January. Arlen, who earned four Paralympic…
Former Virginia High School State Champion Passes Away
Former Dominion High School swimmer, John Paul (“JP”) Popovich passed away in his sleep on December 18th.
Olympic Games Corruption Claims Erupt In Brazilian Government
In the latest controversy coming out of Rio de Janeiro, the Brazilian Attorney General has launched an investigation into an…
Paltrinieri Continues Success With 3 Golds In Brema
Paltrinieri added some local hardware to his collection, taking 3 wins at the Coppa Caduti di Brema this past Sunday.
Quah Zheng Wen Takes Down Two Of Schooling’s SCM Fly Nat Records
Quah Zheng Wen scored 5 new National Records at his nation’s short course national championships, with 2 of those records previously belonging to fly guy Joseph Schooling.
WADA Will Not Appeal FINA Decision In Kylie Palmer Case
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has decided not to appeal FINA’s actions against Australian Kylie Palmer related to her 2013 positive doping test.
Western Australian SunSmart States Conclude W/ Another Blair Evans Win
Blair Evans celebrates another individual win at the 2015 Western Australia SunSmart State Championships.
Blue Valley High Schooler Almost Drowns At Practice
Blue Valley High School freshman nearly drowned at swim practice a few days ago.
Le Clos Scores Sub-49 Second 100 Free At KZN Provincials
While competing at the KZN Provincials, Le Clos threw down a 48.83 100 freestyle, his 2nd best time of the season.
Brazilian Artist’s Famous Work Will Adorn Olympic Aquatics Venue
Adriana Varejão, one of Brazil’s leading contemporary artists, will see one of her iconic pieces of art reproduced on a larger scale for all to see at the Olympic Games.
Aussie Olympic Committee & Updated Infostrada Medal Predictions
The results of the annual Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) benchmark study, aimed at predicting the number of medals the country…
Watch Post-Race Interviews W/ Big Players At ASA Winter Nationals
Catch some of your favorite GBR stars as they reflect on swift racing in Sheffield this weekend.
