NewzIn the summer of 2026, Paris officially confirmed the successful ecological recovery of the Seine River, marking the end of a century-long swimming prohibition. Official data from the Ville de Paris indicates that 216,000 people utilized the river for swimming between July and August, representing a 20% increase compared to the previous season. This milestone highlights a broader trend of European urban centers successfully restoring their waterways for public recreational use.
Separately, in the Dominican Republic, the Tigres del Licey selected outfielder Hayden Álvarez as the first overall pick in the 2026 Liga de Béisbol Profesional de la República Dominicana (Lidom) rookie draft. Álvarez, a prospect currently within the Los Angeles Angels organization, was chosen during the Wednesday proceedings for the upcoming winter league season.
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