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Kenya has lifted its ban on genetically modified crops: the risks and opportunities

Kenya recently lifted a ban on the cultivation and importation of genetically modified crops amid the worst drought in 40 years and soaring food prices. This includes white maize, the country’s main staple. The decision was welcomed by scientists who see GM crops as the answer for food security. But…

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Drought is complicating urban forestry

As water resources dwindle, Western communities are investing in new ways to ensure young trees survive.

Salon

Rodger: With golden boy Rory McIlroy now back at No. 1, it feels like some order has returned to the golf world

The critics will mutter and mumble that he hasn’t ended a major drought but, my goodness, he can’t be far away.

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Morocco Counting on Boufal, Ziyech for Goals at World Cup

Youssef En-Nesyri’s goal drought sharpens the focus on others to score for Morocco at the World Cup in Qatar. En-Nesyri has not scored for Sevilla in the Spanish league, after netted 18 league goals two seasons ago. En-Nesyri has considerable experience with 49 international appearances and 14 goals, including a…

Asharq Al-Awsat

UN: Almost 1 million drought-hit Somalis in al-Shabab areas

The United Nations says close to 1 million drought-affected people in Somalia are in areas under the control or influence of the al-Shabab extremist group

The Independent UK

As drought drives prices higher, millions of Californians struggle to pay for water

Several months ago, Rosario Rodriguez faced a financial dilemma that has become all too common for millions of drought-weary Californians — either pay the electric bill, which had skyrocketed to about $300 during a scorching summer in western Fresno County, or pay the $220 combined water, sewer and trash bill.

Los Angeles Times

Lionel Messi Key as Always for Argentina at World Cup

Aging but still one of the best players on the planet, Lionel Messi will lead Argentina in his fifth — and possibly — last World Cup. And with him, Argentina certainly has a chance to win its third title. “I don’t know whether we are big favorites or not, but…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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From water conservation to crop selection, how farmers can take action against drought

As climate change accelerates, many countries around the world are increasingly facing the risk of drought. Water scarcity has become one of the major constraints of food production in the 21st century, and a major threat for our current and future food security. In the Horn of Africa, four consecutive…

The Conversation

Iraq Drought Impacts Potable Water Supply, Crop Yields, Says Aid Group

In drought-hit Iraq, six out of 10 households have had their access to drinking water disrupted and a quarter of farmers have seen crop yields drastically fall this year, said a survey published Monday. Iraq has been battered by three years of drought, low rainfall and reduced river flows, and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Gabriel Jesus urges Arsenal to ‘wake up’ after Southampton slip-up and vows to halt goal drought

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus is confident he will end his goal drought and has urged his team-mates to use yesterday’s 1-1 draw against Southampton as a wake-up call.

Evening Standard

Weather tracker: ‘triple-dip’ La Niña heightens drought in US

Up to 60% of country in designated drought zone, as jet stream heats up parts of Europe

The Guardian - UK

Aston Villa and Ings move on from Gerrard era with thrashing of Brentford

Danny Ings scored twice and Ollie Watkins ended his goal drought in spectacular fashion as Aston Villa went on a 4-0 rampage against Brentford

The Guardian - UK

Manchester City 3-1 Brighton: Erling Haaland nets brace before Kevin De Bruyne seals win to close Arsenal gap

Erling Haaland ended his 90-minute goal drought with a brace as Manchester City beat Brighton 3-1 to close the gap to Arsenal.

Evening Standard

In desperate drought, these photographers searched for beauty in the bush. They found a community

From far-flung corners of the country, these 10 female photographers have become the friends they didn't know they needed.

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The latest US winter outlook spells trouble for dry California

LOS ANGELES — A warm, dry winter is in store for much of California as La Niña conditions are slated to persist through at least January, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Salon

Can the Hoover Dam survive the drought?

Glen Canyon and the Hoover Dam are “not the whole story"

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Rare "triple-dip" La Niña, climate change to expand drought across U.S. this winter

Drought conditions are becoming a greater concern in Texas and other states.

Daily Mirror

New city branded worst for air quality in world with streets filled with smoke

The US has seen an unprecedented drought which has made worse existing problems with pollution - and now Seattle has been named the worse city in the world for air quality

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The Independent UK

Drought, fire risk to stay high during third La Niña winter

Federal weather officials say drought and wildfire risks will remain elevated in the western states while warmer than average temperatures will greet the Southwest, Gulf Coast and East Coast this winter

The Independent UK

Rio Grande managers eye federal cash for western drought

Water managers and officials on the Rio Grande are hopeful more federal money will reach their communities and bring attention to the challenges facing one of North America's longest rivers

The Independent UK

Months after floods, Brazil's Amazon faces a severe drought

Months after enduring floods that destroyed crops, thousands of families in the Brazilian Amazon are now dealing with severe drought

Daily Mirror

Bruno Fernandes breaks drought as dominant Man Utd beat poor Tottenham - 5 talking points

MAN UTD 2-0 TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR: The Red Devils put in their best performance since Erik ten Hag took charge, with Fred's deflected effort and Fernandes' curling strike sealing the three points

Salon

Colorado River Basin wildlife threatened

Drought, climate warming and development is causing a crisis for people and wildlife in the Western U.S.

The National (Scotland)

Ange Postecoglou backs Kyogo to rediscover ruthless edge after Celtic striker’s misses had him feeling ‘the world was collapsing’

ANGE POSTECOGLOU has backed striker Kyogo to get back on the goal trail after bringing his recent drought to an end with the final strike in…

The Guardian - US

Severe drought torments British Columbia, a year after devastating floods

Lack of rainfall takes toll on Canada’s ‘wet coast’ as experts warn of further extreme weather events fueled by climate crisis

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