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Corpus Christi sold its water to Exxon, gambling on desalination. So far, it is losing the bet.

Concerns over ecological damage to Corpus Christi Bay have delayed plans to convert sea water to drinking water for years in this booming Gulf Coast city, where environmentalists see water supply as a “chokehold” to block new fossil fuel infrastructure.

The Texas Tribune

Nearly eight million at risk of starvation in South Sudan

Three United Nations agencies say up to eight million people in South Sudan could face severe food shortages between now and next year's harvests as a result of floods, drought and conflict.

Radio France Internationale

Two thirds of South Sudan population risk severe hunger in 2023 - U.N

Up to 7.8 million people in South Sudan, two thirds of the population, may face severe food shortages during next year's April-to-July lean season due to floods, drought and conflict, United Nations agencies said on Thursday.

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Tesla's first European factory needs more water to expand. Drought stands in its way

The manufacturing plant is in the east German state of Brandenburg, one of the most water-scarce regions of the country. Residents fear an expansion would lead to a water shortage.

WEKU

Tensions rise over drought-stricken Colorado River water use - Roll Call

As the Interior Department considers how to reduce water consumption from the Colorado River Basin, tensions are rising in western states.

Roll Call

Southern China at risk of winter drought, drop in hydropower

Southern China is expected to face a drought, which will reduce hydropower generation and mean more power output is needed from other sources to meet peak winter demand, a weather scientist said on Thursday.

Reuters

‘More dignity’: aid organisations switch to cash in drought-hit Ethiopia

Giving people money is said to be more efficient and empowering than in-kind aid such as sacks of grain

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Raheem Sterling ends drought as Chelsea seal comeback win over Dinamo - 6 talking points

CHELSEA 2-1 DINAMO ZAGREB: Raheem Sterling ended a run of eight games without a goal by scoring as the Blues conclude their Champions League group stage campaign with a win

Daily Mirror

Arab Summit Hails OPEC+ Efforts in Securing Stability of Global Markets

Arab leaders on Wednesday concluded the 31st Arab League summit. The first Arab League gathering in three years took place against the backdrop of rising inflation, food and energy shortages, drought and the soaring cost of living across the region. The gatherers stressed the centrality of the Palestinian cause and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

If more houses had water butts, it could help with drought, flooding and water pollution

Earlier this year, southern England experienced its driest July on record. The drought affected many parts of the UK and grew so acute that Thames Water’s hosepipe ban will remain in force into 2023.

The Conversation

Leaders hold final day of Arab League summit amid cost of living crisis

Arab leaders convened on Wednesday in Algeria for the second day of the 31st summit of the largest annual Arab conference, seeking common ground on several divisive issues in the region. The meeting comes against the backdrop of rising inflation, food and energy shortages, drought and soaring cost of living…

France 24

Ian Wright and David Seaman agree on worrying Gabriel Jesus verdict amid Arsenal goal drought

Gabriel Jesus enjoyed a strong start to life at the Emirates Stadium after completing a £45million transfer from Manchester City to Arsenal but has struggled for form in recent weeks

Football London

Bruno Guimaraes makes promise to Newcastle supporters as he addresses Real Madrid transfer talk

Newcastle United have a talisman in Bruno Guimaraes who can grow with the club and the Brazil international wants to help the Magpies end their trophy drought

Chronicle Live

Climate change is rapidly accelerating in California, state report says

LOS ANGELES — Wildfires, drought, extreme heat and other effects of climate change are rapidly accelerating and compounding in California, according to a report from state scientists.

Los Angeles Times

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Ammunition shortage leaves graziers unable to control kangaroo numbers after wet season population spike

Consistent rainfall, an ammunition shortage, and the success of exclusion fences all contribute to a surge in kangaroo numbers across Queensland.

Football London

Ian Wright reveals Gabriel Jesus 'worry' as Arsenal star continues recent goal drought

The Arsenal star has struggled to find goals in recent weeks and has been under the microscope ever since

The Conversation

The Horn of Africa has had years of drought, yet groundwater supplies are increasing – why?

The Horn of Africa – which includes Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya and some surrounding countries – has been hit by increasingly frequent and devastating droughts. Despite this, it seems the region has an increasing amount of groundwater. And this water could help support drought-stricken rural communities.

Daily Mirror

Recycling sewage and drinking seawater could be answer to ending hosepipe bans

Israel - despite desert landscapes and scarce water resources - is leading the world in water technologies, which could prevent future hosepipe bans and droughts across the UK.

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The Guardian - US

Waterlogged wheat, rotting oranges: five crops devastated by a year of extreme weather

Crops are struggling to grow – and produce the same yields – as they would under normal weather conditions

Irish Mirror

Donncha O'Callaghan left 'shaken to the core' after witnessing children starving on Unicef trip to Somalia

The former Ireland international travelled to Somalia with the country on the verge of the world's first famine in five years.

Evening Standard

Gabriel Jesus can be Arsenal’s Roberto Firmino as goal drought continues but supporting cast must step up

Mikel Arteta could hardly have asked for much more from Arsenal's emphatic victory over Nottingham Forest.

Belfast Live

Donncha O’Callaghan ‘shaken to the core’ by scenes in Somalia

The former Ireland rugby international star has said he was "shaken to the core" by scenes he witnessed

The Texas Tribune

Texas’ plan to provide water for a growing population virtually ignores climate change

Texas’ biggest single solution to providing enough water for its soaring population in the coming decades is using more surface water, including about two dozen new large reservoirs. But climate change has made damming rivers a riskier bet.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Iraqi Wells Threaten Race to the Bottom

Iraq has long drilled the desert for oil, but now climate stress, drought and reduced river flows are forcing it to dig ever deeper for a more precious resource: water. Iraq is one of the world's five countries most impacted by key effects of the climate crisis, according the United…

The Denver Post

Slow start continues for Avalanche in blown 3-0 lead to New York Islanders

ELMONT, N.Y. — Just when one problem seemed to be solved for the Colorado Avalanche, the headache multiplied instead.

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