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Catalonia declares drought emergency, extending restrictions to Barcelona

Water reserves fall below 16% as region’s president says it has not rained in some areas for three years

The Guardian - UK

Catalonia Declares Drought Emergency For Barcelona

Spain's northeastern Catalonia region declared a drought emergency for Barcelona on Thursday and the surrounding area, which will now face tighter water restrictions following three years without significant rain.

International Business Times

Record Drought in Spain: Rising Water Scarcity Worsens Climate Crisis

Spain declares a drought emergency as reservoirs in Catalonia reach historic lows. Small towns and villages are experiencing water shortages and are relyin...

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EU to delay new green rule in bid to appease protesting farmers

Delay to rules on setting aside land to encourage biodiversity offered as concession amid continuing protests

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Alabama's Super Bowl Drought Continues; 49ers and Chiefs Top Rosters

Discover interesting NFL statistics, streaks, and trends in this week's edition of Inside the Numbers. Learn who hasn't scored a point in a Super Bowl and ...

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South Korea and Saudi Arabia face off in crucial knockout clash

Discover the Asian Cup showdown between South Korea and Saudi Arabia as two football powerhouses vie for the title after extended droughts.

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Manchester City secures crucial away win against Tottenham Hotspur

Read about Manchester City's 1-0 win against Tottenham Hotspur in the FA Cup, breaking their goal drought at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Windies out to flip the script by ending win drought

Buoyant West Indies think they can set Australia a challenging victory target when they resume at the Gabba with a lead of 35 runs and nine wickets in hand.

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'Hot droughts' are becoming more common in the arid West, new study finds

Scientists looked at trees to better understand the interplay between temperatures and droughts in the Western U.S. Human-caused climate change is exacerbating both.

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Weather tracker: Tropical Cyclone Kirrily brings 170km/h gusts to Queensland

Cyclone downgraded after dense fog hits parts of the US and India while drought affects Philippines and southern Africa

The Guardian - UK

Amazon Rainforest Faces Devastating Drought as Climate Crisis Worsens

Rivers that once flowed vigorously now bear the scars of receding water levels, leaving vast expanses of the rainforest parched and vulnerable.

International Business Times UK

'Our time will come': Rohit Sharma remains optimistic despite decade-long ICC Trophy drought

NEW DELHI: Indian captain Rohit Sharma expresses a strong belief that the team's moment to secure an elusive ICC trophy is on the horizon.

The Times of India

First Thing: Boost for Biden as United Auto Workers union endorses his re-election

Both Biden and Trump had courted influential union. Plus, poll finds 35% of Americans say Israel is committing genocide

The Guardian - UK

Devastating drought in Amazon result of climate crisis, study shows

Extreme weather threatens world’s biggest carbon store as the rainforest is already close to tipping point

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Heavens Remain Shut Over Catalonia As Three-year Drought Persists

Although Atlantic storms regularly sweep through Spain they always seem to peter out before reaching Catalonia, which is experiencing its worst drought in living memory and may soon have to restrict water use.

Texas Observer

Another Hot, Dry Summer May Push Parts of Texas to the Brink

Some areas are starting the year with low water reserves, and forecasters don’t expect substantial relief from the weather.

Newcastle Herald

Water bills to rise as cost of Belmont desalination plant doubles

Belmont desalination plant cost increases to $530 million.

The Hindu

CPI for an end to ‘politics of emotion‘

CPI urges government to focus on development, release funds for drought relief, and address various social issues.

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Scam detected in distribution of drought, rain relief to farmers during previous regime: Minister

Bengaluru government detects scam in drought relief distribution, with ineligible farmers and non-farmers receiving compensation.

Latin Times

The Panama Canal is Enduring One of its Worst Droughts and it Could Cost it up to $700 million

Severe drought has led to a significant decline in Panama Canal traffic, causing disruption to a vital global trade route

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GM Chris Grier reacts to Dolphins now holding longest playoff-win drought

How does the GM feel about the Dolphins holding the longest playoff-win drought in the NFL?

The Guardian - UK

How frightening to see the climate change before our eyes – is this the last New York snow I’ll see?

I miss the mornings after a blizzard, when everything is transformed. It’s not a dramatic sign – but it’s certainly not normal, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Barty urges de Minaur to embrace the hype and support

Drought-breaker and former world No.1 Ash Barty is encouraging Alex de Minaur to enjoy the moment as he chases his own hoodooing-busting Australian Open win.

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More than 160 elephants die in Zimbabwe, with many more at risk

Drought in Hwange national park was the cause of most of the deaths, and wildlife experts fear the climate crisis could make such events look normal

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Siddaramaiah ridicules PM for ‘ignoring’ Karnataka issues; says PM is sleeping on State issues

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not acting on the State’s request for drought relief and remarked that he is always sleeping on issues concerning Karnataka.

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