All articles tagged with #pool
Jennifer Lopez, 56, marked Memorial Day with a poolside Instagram carousel showing her in a white string bikini that flaunts her toned abs, paired with a sunhat and gold necklaces, while spending time with loved ones including her 18-year-old twins Max and Emme; the post also features pool floats, drinks, and a group sing-along to Bonnie Tyler’s 'Total Eclipse of the Heart'.
Jennifer Lopez spent Memorial Day weekend with her children at her newly renovated $18 million Hidden Hills estate, which she purchased for about $17.5 million in February 2025 after finalizing her divorce from Ben Affleck. The updates include a brighter poolside cabana, grass-covered lounging areas, and an overall facelift across the property, which also comprises a main residence, guesthouse, pool house, and a five-stall barn with a private equestrian arena, all managed by smart-home systems. Lopez shared photos and videos from the weekend on Instagram, including moments with her 18-year-old twins Max and Emme.
A Florida family bypassed a $2,500 water-truck quote to fill their 16,500-gallon pool by doing it themselves with two hoses, taking about 36 hours and saving roughly 20% versus a contractor fill. Neighbor data and a viral TikTok video followed, and the family says they’d absolutely do it again.
A viral video from Alpharetta, Georgia shows a mother poolside when a large tree cracks and falls toward her chair; her quick-thinking son yells for her to run, and she narrowly escapes as the chair is smashed. Officials suggest heavy spring rainfall may have weakened the tree. The moment has been shared widely online, with praise directed at the boy for his rapid warning.
A man in France discovered approximately 700,000 euros worth of gold bars and coins while digging his swimming pool, and was allowed to keep the treasure as it was not deemed archaeological. The origin of the hoard remains unknown, and it was found in plastic bags in his garden near Lyon.
A heartwarming video shows a Golden Retriever and a tiny deer enjoying a playful and affectionate summer pool day together, sharing a raft and demonstrating a deep bond, while their canine sibling tries to join in the fun.
A parent discovers her 7-year-old son has been urinating in the pool and seeks advice on how to address it. Experts suggest using empathy and the golden rule to teach him about the inappropriateness of the behavior, and humor or myths like the 'red dye' story to discourage it. The article emphasizes teaching children about hygiene and respect in a way that resonates with their understanding.
An 8-year-old girl died after going missing while swimming at a Houston hotel's pool and was found dead inside a large pipe in the pool about six hours later. The preliminary cause of death is drowning and mechanical asphyxia, and the incident appears to be accidental. The pool has been shut down due to violations, and an investigation is ongoing.
Beverly Johnson, the first Black model on the cover of Vogue, revealed that a hotel drained the pool after she swam in it back in the '80s, a racist incident she only found out about years later. She also discussed other instances of racism in the modeling world and shared how fellow model Lauren Hutton supported her. Johnson is promoting her new one-woman show titled "Beverly Johnson In Vogue."
A female pool player in Wales reportedly forfeited a final match after being drawn to compete against a transgender woman. The player, Lynne Pinches, received applause from spectators for her decision. Harriet Haynes, the transgender woman, was declared the winner. Haynes has had a successful year in pool competitions.
A bear in Sierra Madre, California, broke into a homeowner's kitchen and raided the fridge, consuming mangoes, guava jam, and avocado. The bear was later caught on camera swimming laps in a neighbor's pool. Animal welfare experts are interested in tagging the bear to track its movements. Bear sightings in the area have increased, and residents are encouraged to educate themselves on how to safely interact with bears.
The Waco-McLennan County Public Health District is investigating cases of E. coli infection potentially linked to exposure at the Playdium Pool in West, Texas. As of now, 25 individuals have reported symptoms of gastrointestinal illness after visiting the pool between July 29 and August 4. Lab tests have confirmed at least four cases of E. coli infection. The pool has passed safety inspections in the past, but the investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the outbreak.
A bear in Burbank, California, found a way to beat the scorching heat by taking a dip in a pool in a hillside neighborhood, as temperatures reached a high of 92 degrees. The bear was captured on video enjoying the water and the relief from the above-average temperatures.
A 2-year-old girl drowned in a backyard pool in Jacksonville's Westside, despite paramedics' efforts to save her. The police are investigating the incident and have advised parents to closely monitor their children when they are playing in or near water. This tragedy marks the 10th child drowning in the area this year, with five of them occurring in pools.
A Baltimore radio station, WBAL NewsRadio, faced backlash on social media for its biased reporting on Black children swimming in a closed pool. The station shared footage of the children breaking into the pool, framing them as criminals rather than kids seeking relief from the extreme heat. Twitter users criticized the station for its portrayal and questioned why money was spent on a helicopter to film the children. After receiving backlash, the station backpedaled and expressed concern about the children having to go to such lengths to swim. However, Twitter users remained skeptical of the station's genuine sentiment.