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Thailand at risk of drought as water demand outstrips supply

Thailand is at risk of water scarcity in the eastern region, where the government's flagship investment project Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) is being developed, as water demand grows while supply is limited, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

Bangkok Post

Amid row over 'drought berries,' German lawmakers cancel trip to southern Spain

A German parliamentary delegation has canceled plans for a visit to fruit farms in southern Spain after a campaign in Germany to discourage consumers from buying so-called “drought berries” sparked political controversy

The Independent UK

Wild blueberry production takes a dip in the face of drought

The nation’s production of wild blueberries slipped a bit last year as some growers contended with drought

The Independent UK

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Portions Of Northeast, Midwest At Risk Of ‘Flash Drought’

Parts of the Northeast are on the verge of a "flash drought" due to unusually dry conditions in May.

Zenger

Thunderstorms Across The Central US To Bring Drought Relief

Through the rest of this weekend, states near the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains will experience increased moisture.

Zenger

Drought drives economic exodus from Iraq's rivers and marshlands

On a sun-scorched shoreline in Iraq's southern marshlands, fishermen stood shovelling a grim catch: tiny fish gathered dead from the water, fit only for use as animal fodder.

Reuters

Droughts Boost Shipping Costs and Keep Inflation Elevated

A severe drought that has reduced water levels in the Panama Canal threatens to boost shipping costs that may keep inflation elevated, a new challenge to global central banks as they seek to contain inflation. Water levels at Gatun Lake, which feeds the locks in the Panama Canal to raise...

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Arizona limits future home-building in Phoenix area due to lack of groundwater

Action set to slow population growth for one of the most rapidly expanding areas of the US amid ‘megadrought’

The Guardian - US

A huge Welsh reservoir is looking partly empty - but there's no need to panic

The banks of Llyn Peris in Snowdonia are very low, but concerns about drought have been eased

Wales Online

Arizona to restrict some new construction in fast-growing areas of Phoenix

Arizona will not approve new housing construction on the fast-growing edges of metro Phoenix that rely on groundwater thanks to years of overuse and a multi-decade drought worsened by climate change

The Independent UK

The politics of drought: new crisis facing the EU

Europe felt the harsh impact of the climate crisis last year, with drought devastating crops and heatwaves killing more than 20,000 people.

The Week

El Nino may hammer Asian farms

SINGAPORE: Early signs of hot, dry weather caused by El Nino are threatening food producers across Asia, while American growers are counting on heavier summer rains from the weather phenomenon to alleviate the impact of severe drought.

Bangkok Post

12 drought-tolerant vegetables that will grow well in dry conditions

There is a surprisingly wide range of vegetables to discover that can cope without lots of water

Homes & Gardens

Drought declared over for much of Queensland — but that doesn't mean those areas are fully recovered

The Queensland government has lifted drought declarations in nine local government areas after an improvement in conditions. But a complete recovery is still some way off.

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Bureau of Meteorology tips warm, dry winter for virtually all of Australia

The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts parched conditions across virtually all of Australia this winter as a double whammy of drought-linked climate drivers brew in waters to the west and east.

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With El Niño looming, urgent environmental action is needed to protect sites like the Coorong, experts warn

Ecosystems like South Australia's Coorong could be at risk from extended dry conditions if environmental action isn't taken immediately, experts say.

Irish Mirror

Jack Nicklaus baffled by Rory McIlroy's major drought - 'It's a mystery'

The 18-time major winner admits he can't quite believe McIlroy hasn't won a major in nine years.

The Guardian - US

The farmers dealing with water shortages even before historic Colorado River deal

In Arizona’s Pinal county water cuts have become a reality even before this month’s historic deal by states to use 13% less water from stricken river

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Spain travel warning as streets turned into rivers in popular holiday hotspots

Holiday hotspots in Spain including Catalonia, Madrid and Valencia have been hit by heavy rains, flooding and hale after months of intense drought in the country ended

Homes & Gardens

Is lavender drought tolerant? Experts recommend the best types of lavender for dry conditions

Spanish lavender is the most drought-tolerant, though English varieties can also withstand the dry

The Independent UK

Drought-struck Barcelona quenches thirst with costly desalination

Europe's largest desalination plant for drinking water had largely remained idle since its construction near Barcelona over a decade ago

The Texas Tribune

After historic drought, lawmakers agree on billion-dollar plan to expand water supplies, fix infrastructure

Following one of the hottest summers on record, lawmakers have set an ambitious target: By 2033, they want to bump up the state’s water supply by an amount equal to three of the largest reservoirs in the state.

Homes & Gardens

Xeriscaping is the eco-friendly, water-wise landscaping method you need to know about

Create an outdoor space that requires minimal water and maintenance, and is environmentally friendly too

The Hindu

I didn't expect this would happen but Gopi sir kept pushing me: Prannoy

Sleep-deprived Indian shuttler HS Prannoy had almost given up on winning his next title and breaking a six-year long drought before chief national coach Pullela Gopichand instilled in him the belief that he remains a force to reckon with.

The Conversation

As teams from the U.S. Sun Belt proceed to the Stanley Cup finals, has the NHL forgotten its Canadian fans?

Hockey is supposed to be Canada’s game. Yet the last two Canadian-based NHL teams in the Stanley Cup playoffs, the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Edmonton Oilers, have been eliminated from the tournament. This lengthens the three-decade drought since a Canadian team won the Stanley Cup.

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