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Paris mayor swims in River Seine to prove cleanliness ahead of Olympics

Sky News Wednesday, 17 July 2024
The mayor of Paris has swum in the Seine in an effort to prove its cleanliness for the Olympics outdoor swimming events - but questions remain about its quality.
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News video: Paris Mayor swims in Seine river but will it really be clean enough to host Olympic events?

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