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  "id": 16866048,
  "title": "South African athlete crosses 600 monkey bars 216m above river in 47 minutes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/south-african-athlete-crosses-600-monkey-bars-216m-above-river-in-47",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-28T06:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/south-african-athlete-thomas-van-tonder-crosses-600-monkey-bars-suspended-216-metres-above-ground-beneath-bloukrans-bridge-completes-280-metre-crossing-in-47-minutes-in-world-first-stunt/articleshow/135253745.cms"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "On October 26, Thomas van Tonder achieved a remarkable feat by completing a crossing under Bloukrans Bridge, navigating through 600 monkey bars in a challenging 280-meter course. This grueling challenge tested his grip strength, endurance, and mental fortitude as he prepared for two rigorous years. He triumphantly finished in 47 minutes and 37 seconds, showcasing his exceptional capabilities in…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}