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Did you know that immersing yourself in lakes, rivers, or oceans can offer more than just a refreshing escape? Beyond the obvious joy of swimming, natural bodies of water provide unique health benefits that modern pools simply can’t replicate. As more people seek holistic wellness practices, the practice of swimming outdoors in natural environments is gaining attention not only for fitness but also for its therapeutic effects on the mind and body. The Physical Advantages of Natural Water Swimming Swimming is widely recognized as a comprehensive workout, engaging multiple muscle groups while being low-impact on joints. However, swimming in natural waters introduces additional physical benefits: Enhanced Cardiovascular Fitness: The varying temperatures and currents of natural water bodies require the body to adapt constantly, promoting better cardiovascular conditioning. Research has shown that swimming in colder water can improve circulation by stimulating blood flow to

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ST. LOUIS - Each month on FOX 2, we salute local first responders, military, or veterans with our Proud to Serve award. This month, we shine the spotlight on Charlie Metzner, who serves his community of St. Louis, MO as a firefighter as well as the founder of the St. Louis Hero Network and Code [...]

August 6th holds a remarkable place in history, marked by events that have shaped the global landscape across politics, science, culture, and more. Arguably the most profound and impactful event on this day took place in 1945 during the final stages of World War II. On August 6, 1945, the United States dropped the first atomic bomb used in warfare on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The bomb, nicknamed “Little Boy,” caused unprecedented destruction and loss of life, instantly killing an estimated 70,000 people with tens of thousands more succumbing to injuries and radiation exposure in the following years. This event marked the dawn of the atomic age and had a profound influence on international relations, military strategy, and the global quest for nuclear disarmament. The devastation led to Japan's eventual surrender and the end of World War II, but it also sparked decades of debate about nuclear weapons and their ethical implications. Moving backward in time, on August

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Ozzy Osbourne's son Jack Osbourne has shared a tribute to his late father."I haven't really wanted to post anything since the passing of my father," Jack writes. "My heart has…

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A Missouri foster mother accused of trading a child for an exotic monkey faces new criminal charges, less than a month after she was released on bond.

Boeing’s air and space museum, the James S. McDonnell Prologue Room, will be open to the public this summer! From biplanes to space capsules, the Prologue Room displays artifacts and […]

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Probationary employees who had been on paid leave were told to report to ICE within seven days or lose their jobs. It could signal problems with ICE recruitment.

Around 11:30 p.m. on August 5, District 5 officers responded to the 4400 block of Kennerly Avenue for a carjacking. 

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Today's weather in the Riverbend area is looking warm and mostly sunny. The high will reach 89 degrees with a low of 68 degrees. Expect mostly sunny skies with some humidity, making it feel hotter in the afternoon, up to 98 degrees. Winds will be light, coming from the southeast at about 6 mph. Allergy indexes are low across the board, with ragweed, grass, mold, and tree pollen all at low levels. The UV index is very high, so be sure to wear sunscreen if you plan to be outdoors. Tomorrow's outlook calls for a high of 90 degrees and a low of 70. It will be sunny and humid again, with a slight chance of a thunderstorm. Winds will pick up a bit to around 8 mph from the south-southeast. As the weekend approaches, a heat wave is expected to settle in, so stay hydrated and take breaks if you're outside doing strenuous activities. For more details, visit https://riverbender.com/weather .

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Just after 5:30pm, District 1 officers responded to a call for a shooting at Amberg Park.

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