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Spain's Catalonia region declares a drought emergency in 24 towns that will see water cuts

Northeastern Spain’s Catalonia region has declared a drought emergency in 24 municipalities following a severe lack of rain in recent years

The Independent UK

Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $1.25 billion after no one hits the top prize

Tuesday night's drawing was the 30th straight without a winner. The lottery drought is due to poor luck and terrible odds: the chance of winning the Mega Millions jackpot is 1 in 302.6 million.

WEKU

Drought-tolerant lawns – garden experts reveal how to keep your lawn healthy when the forecast is hot and dry

Check out these 5 top tips to help your grass during a heatwave

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Bangladesh is undertaking the world's largest resettlement programme – and the climate is making it harder

Bangladesh is particularly vulnerable to climate extremes. The nation’s topography lays its citizens bare to cyclones, flash floods, erosion and drought – not to mention the significant socio-economic impact these bring.

The Conversation

What Exactly Is Rainwater Harvesting And How Is It Done Properly?

As millions of people deal with drought and the rising cost of water, many are learning how to harvest rainwater

Zenger

A drought alert for receding Lake Titicaca has Indigenous communities worried for their future

Authorities in Bolivia have declared a drought alert for Lake Titicaca after water levels of the world's highest navigable lake receded to a critically low threshold

The Independent UK

Yellowstone's geysers at risk of extinction from climate change, tree skeletons reveal

In a warmer and drier climate, the groundwater that fuels Yellowstone's tallest active geyser could dwindle, resulting in less frequent eruptions and even extinction.

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Heavy rain: Four districts put on high alert

Four districts in Karnataka on high alert due to heavy rainfall forecast. Rainfall deficiency reduced to 14%. 80% rainfall in last week. 27 deaths due to lightning. Inflow of 144 tmcft in reservoirs. 85 taluks with 20% rainfall deficiency. Centre's stringent guidelines prevent drought declaration.

The Hindu

As Texas swelters, crops and cattle are increasingly at risk

One year after a devastating drought, Texas agriculture watchers are wary that the positive effects of a wet spring could be zapped up with extreme heat.

The Texas Tribune

Climate change is pushing young people in Honduras to leave farming and migrate

The changing climate is reshaping migration from Honduras. Drought and erratic rainfall are undermining agriculture, pushing young people to migrate in search of a more secure future.

WEKU

Illinois farmers talk about drought, deluge and dealing with climate change

The state’s largest industry can’t ignore global warming — but change can be slow and expensive. Here’s what farmers say is tipping the scales for them.

Chicago Sun-Times

After hitting 29th Test ton, Kohli says he’s ‘charged up’ when faced with challenges

Virat Kohli feels "charged up" when faced with adversity and was "satisfying" to get his 29th Test hundred.

The Hindu

No shortage of water in reservoirs for catering to drinking needs: Minister

Govt. informs Assembly: sufficient water in reservoirs for drinking; inflow increased in Cauvery & Krishna basins; contingency plan in place to recharge/drill borewells; drought declaration manual to be reviewed; monsoon to become active in coming days.

The Hindu

Lionesses kick off with pressure rising and questions to answer at World Cup

High expectations, recent goal drought and uncertainty over best XI mean England could do with a strong start against Haiti

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‘We can’t escape’: climate crisis is driving up cost of living in the US west

Extreme weather, fueled by global heating, is affecting energy, water, insurance premiums and food and housing costs

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Justin Fields plans on breaking the Bears’ 4,000 passing yards drought

The Bears have never had a quarterback throw for 4,000 yards. Justin Fields says he will become the first one to do it, beginning this year.

Zenger

From Drought To Deluge: Northeast U.S. Braces For Flash Flooding

Unprecedented rainfall transforms dry conditions into dangerous flash floods, with fatalities reported

The Conversation

Solving water challenges is complex – learn how law, health, climate and Indigenous rights all intersect in developing solutions

In the U.S., most consumers take clean and available fresh water for granted, and water usually becomes front-page news only when there’s a crisis. And the past year has seen its share of water-related crises, whether it’s the effects of a prolonged drought in the U.S. Southwest or floods that…

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The Independent UK

Rory McIlroy convinced he has the secret to finally crack major code

The Northern Irishman is desperate to end his nine-year drought in majors at The Open at Royal Liverpool this week

Livingetc

No shade? No problem. The 10 best plants for full sun – expert picks to fill your yard with radiant blooms even in this heat

Grow the flower-packed garden of your dreams with a captivating collection of plants that love to bake in the sun

The Independent UK

Wildfires have burned a record amount of area in the Canadian province of British Columbia

Canadian officials say say wildfires have already burned a record amount of area in the Canadian province of British Columbia and the situation will probably get worse due to more hot, dry weather

Evening Standard

The Open 2023: Full UK tee times and second-round groups as Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm look to charge

McIlroy looks to end his nine-year major drought at a course he left the Claret Jug with in 2014

The Hindu

BJP urges govt. to declare agricultural drought

BJP urges govt to declare State drought-hit due to deficient monsoon. Farmers in dire straits; sowing of only 16.6% of targeted area done. BJP demands funds for drinking water, humane approach to farmers' suicides. Govt cautioned to take drought issue seriously or risk affecting farmers.

Zenger

Spanish Government Challenges Catalan Drought Law

The Spanish government to appeal the law approved by the Catalan Parliament to address the exceptional drought situation

Crikey

European nightmare burns up the lie behind ‘the cost of climate action’

Europe’s drought and heatwave will cause inflation and widespread deaths, as El Niño returns to push global temperatures even higher. This is what ‘business as usual’ looks like.

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