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China: Delivery Riders Rush to Save Boy Swept Away by Floodwaters in Guangzhou

On May 14, 2026, delivery riders in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, rushed to rescue a young boy who was swept away by floodwaters during a heavy rainstorm. Several riders sprinted through knee-deep water from different directions, and one grabbed the boy before others helped pull them both to safety.

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China: Bystander Dives Into Lake to Save Toddler and Grandmother in Chongqing

A bystander rescued a two-year-old boy and his grandmother after both became stranded in a lake in Chongqing, China, on April 17. The child had fallen into the water at a tourist area, and his grandmother jumped in to save him despite being unable to swim. A man quickly dived in and kept the pair afloat while bystanders on shore extended poles to pull them to safety. Both were brought to shore without serious injuries.

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China: Man Jumps Into River to Rescue Drowning Child in Leiyang, Hunan

On April 25, 2026, in Leiyang, located in central China’s Hunan province, a video recorded a rescue beside a small river. A child had accidentally fallen into the water, and a group of adults gathered along the riverbank to help. An elderly person held out a bamboo pole and told the child to keep holding on so the child would not sink. At the same time, another man jumped directly into the water. The man, wearing a white shirt and black pants, lifted the child upward and helped bring the child closer to safety. The rescue happened at around 4 p.m. and was recorded by people nearby. The rescuer later climbed back out safely. Chinese viewers identified him as a deputy director at a local hospital.

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Turkey: Communities Rally Against Gold Mine Project in Eskisehir

Residents, politicians, and civil society groups demonstrated in Eskisehir, Turkey, opposing a planned cyanide-based gold and silver mine in the Alpagut-Atalan region. An expert panel, appointed by the court, conducted an on-site inspection on April 20 as part of ongoing litigation challenging the project's environmental approval. Opponents warn of risks to farmland, water sources, and seismic safety. The court-appointed report is expected to be pivotal in the case's outcome.

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China: Mother and Daughter Rescued After Falling Into Icy Kanas River in Xinjiang

On February 10, 2026, in Xinjiang, northwestern China, a video described a mother and daughter who fell into the Kanas River while traveling in Xinjiang. The river water contained unmelted snow and felt extremely cold. According to the description, the pair accidentally slipped into the water during their outing. The icy conditions made the situation dangerous and difficult. A group of nearby people quickly stepped in to help. With coordinated effort, the rescuers pulled both individuals out of the river and brought them to safety.

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China: Boy Rescues Dog From Muddy Pond Using Excavator

A Chinese boy helped rescue a dog that had fallen into a muddy pond in Shandong on February 6, 2026. Using an excavator, the boy was carefully lowered toward the trapped dog and successfully lifted it to safety.

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China: Dog Pulled to Safety After Falling Into Freezing Lake in Lanzhou

A video from December 13, 2025, in Lanzhou, Gansu, shows a man rescuing a dog trapped in a freezing lake. The dog struggled in the icy water as the man repeatedly threw a lifebuoy from the shore, adjusting his aim each time. The rescue ended successfully when the dog grabbed the lifebuoy and was pulled safely onto land, shaken but alive.

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China: Dramatic Ice Rescue Saves Man from Freezing Lake in Liaoning

A video from December 7, 2025, in Fushun, Liaoning, shows residents rescuing a young man who fell through thin ice into freezing water. One man carefully crawled across the ice to pass him a rope, and with help from others, they pulled him to safety as onlookers watched anxiously.

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China: Tigress Carries Cub Back to Safety in Henan

On July 19, 2025, in Puyang, Henan, a tiny tiger cub — not even a month old — crawled out of its enclosure to drink water. Before it could take a second sip, a tigress quickly appeared, eyes sharp with concern. She gently picked up the cub in her mouth and carried it back into the cage to keep it safe.

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Guatemala: Sailor Rescues Two Stranded Foreigners in Pacific Waters

On October 6, 2025, in waters near Guatemala, a sailor turned his vessel around during a Pacific voyage after receiving a distress signal and rushed back to save two stranded foreigners. As his vessel approached, the two men were seen struggling on a small craft adrift in the Pacific. The video showed the sailor carefully pulling them aboard and offering assistance as they regained stability and safety. He later reported that a Guatemalan military speedboat arrived to take the rescued foreigners into custody for medical checks and transport.

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China: Workers Rescue Dog From Deep Water Well After Fall

A heartwarming video from Tianjin, China, captured the moment that construction workers joined forces to rescue a dog that had fallen into a deep, narrow water well on October 25, 2025. The team slowly lowered a cord toward the frightened animal, and as the dog bit the line, they carefully coordinated the pull and lifted the animal to safety.

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[Breaking News]Purification ritual at western Japan shrine

NACHIKATSUURA, Japan, Sept. 21 Kyodo - Men carrying a portable shrine participate in a water purification ceremony to pray for an abundant catch and maritime safety at Katsuura Hachiman shrine in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on Sept. 21, 2025. (Kyodo)

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Purification ritual at western Japan shrine

Men carrying a portable shrine participate in a water purification ceremony to pray for an abundant catch and maritime safety at Katsuura Hachiman shrine in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on Sept. 21, 2025.

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US: Six Hospitalized for Heat-Related Illnesses at Stray Kids’ DC Concert, Prompting Early End 3

A life-threatening heat wave continues to grip the U.S. East Coast. In Washington, D.C., six people were taken to hospitals for heat-related illnesses during a K-pop group Stray Kids' concert at Nationals Park on Monday, June 23, prompting the event to end early due to safety concerns for performers, staff, and fans. This video shows a member handing water bottles to staff during a temporary concert interruption.

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Brigitte Macron, Princesse Charlene of Monaco and Pierre Frolla during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Brigitte Macron, Pierre Frolla Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Brigitte Macron, Princesse Charlene of Monaco and Pierre Frolla during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Brigitte Macron, Princesse Charlene of Monaco and Pierre Frolla during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Brigitte Macron, Princesse Charlene of Monaco and Pierre Frolla during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco and Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Princess Charlene of Monaco during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Brigitte Macron during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NO TABLOIDS - Brigitte Macron and Princess Charlene at the Water Safety Day Event

NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, BILDZEITUNG OUT, BILD.DE OUT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER - Brigitte Macron and Princesse Charlene of Monaco during the Water Safety Day at the Louis II stadium swimming pool in Monaco on June 8, 2025. Photo by Dominique Jacovides/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM