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Around-the-World Walker's Struggle

Updated 2026-06-16 21:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

Karl Bushby, who has been on a 28-year journey around the world, faces new challenges as he nears his final leg. He plans to swim the English Channel to complete his odyssey.

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Briton on around-the-world walk since 1998 refused access to Channel Tunnel for final leg

Karl Bushby says he is prepared to swim the channel in order to complete his 28-year journey.

2026-06-16 19:17 UTC