Water safety is a big concern, especially during the summer months. Hundreds of Canadians die each year from drowning, many of whom would have likely described themselves as strong swimmers. So should ...

A "mermaid tail" pool toy could be dangerous for young children, NSW's fair trading commissioner and the consumer group CHOICE have warned. Consumer advocate group Choice says this mermaid fin toy is ...

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The YMCA has banned the toy at its pools, of which there are more than 50 across Victoria, for fear that girls wearing them will drown. This followed warnings from consumer group Choice and Victorian ...

Mermaiding, the artistic swimming activity in which people wear mermaid fins and tails, is growing in popularity around the world. The activity has led to the formation of mermaid swim schools, groups ...