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Why are wildfires becoming more frequent across North America? Causes explained

North America wildfires explained: North America faces an intense fire season with millions of acres already burned. Climate change drives increased heat and drought, fueling destructive wildfires across regions. Smoke from Canadian fires has significantly impacted air quality in many United States states. Human actions cause most ignitions, while land…

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Karnataka CM asks officials to brace for drought, warns against negligence and fake claims

Karnataka's Chief Minister has directed officials to prepare for drought conditions. He stressed protecting farmers and ensuring drinking water supply remains paramount. Officials must verify ground conditions and avoid bogus claims in relief efforts. The state faces a significant rainfall deficit, impacting sowing and water availability. Timely implementation of mitigation…

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‘Special’—Son Heung-min Snaps Goal Drought As El Tráfico Earns European Derby Comparisons

LAFC thrashed the L.A. Galaxy 3–0 on Friday night in the fiercest rivalry in MLS.

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Why Bharatpur's Keoladeo Wetland Is the Heartbeat of India's Painted Storks Nesting Colony

What the Painted Stork Actually IsMycteria leucocephala, the painted stork, carries one of the more misleading common names in Indian ornithology. It is not a true stork in the classical Ciconia sense but belongs to the genus Mycteria, a group of wading birds whose feeding technique sets them apart from…

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'These are striking forecasts': Super El Niño keeps getting even more likely, and it could bring a humanitarian crisis

Forecasts point to the ongoing El Niño rapidly strengthening to a likely all-time record in the coming months, fueling temperature rises and extreme weather.

LiveScience

Temperatures exceed 30C for 13th day running but conditions set to cool

31.0C was recorded at Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire on Friday.

Evening Standard

Latin American governments prepare for El Nino as drought, floods and heat loom

Governments across Latin America are stepping up preparations as El Nino strengthens across the Pacific, raising concerns about drought, extreme heat, flooding and wildfire risk

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9 Plants That Look After Themselves in July – And Still Steal the Show, Even in Drought

These low-maintenance plants need little intervention to deliver weeks of color, texture, and pollinator appeal

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How long will US riders' Tour de France stage win drought continue? Dubious streak reaches 100 stages

Sepp Kuss was the last American to reach the top step on a Tour stage in 2021

Cycling News

Puerto Rico announces emergency water rationing as drought worsens

Puerto Rico is imposing water rationing measures as a drought grips the U.S. territory, worsening chronic water shortages that have forced the governor to declare a state of emergency

The Independent UK

Hungary's national fireworks costs shrink but many still call it wasteful

Tradition or money down the drain? A state-funded jolly for all, or an outdated form of animal cruelty? As 20 August nears, the yearly row over whether Hungary needs fireworks and how big they should be reignites.

Euronews

During Tanzania's deadly 1993 drought, an elephant matriarch's memory helped save her entire herd, while a younger leader stayed behind and more calves died

During a brutal drought in Tanzania back in 1993, one elephant's memory ended up making the difference between life and death for her entire family. Researchers tracking family groups in Tarangire National Park found that herds led by older matriarchs, elephants who had lived through droughts before, left the park…

The Times of India

Greek islands battle drought as travellers arrive for peak tourist season

Seven Greek islands declared drought emergencies this year amid climate change impacts. Astypalaia relies on bottled water as its sole reservoir is critically low. Farmers face restrictions while authorities install temporary desalination plants. Hoteliers offer incentives for guests to conserve water usage. Drought conditions are projected to worsen by 2049.

The Economic Times

Where are the Canadian wildfires currently? Check affected Canada and US cities, smoke forecast and latest updates

Over 830 wildfires burn across Canada, with many classified as out of control. Thick smoke blankets parts of Canada and the United States, affecting air quality. Officials warn of unhealthy air levels in several major cities through the week. Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness faces evacuations due to lightning-caused…

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English players hoping Royal Birkdale will end nation’s long Open drought

Tommy Fleetwood and Matt Fitzpatrick among those aiming for first home win in England since Tony Jacklin

France 24

France grapples with 'very worrying' drought after successive heatwaves

Large parts of France are facing water restrictions as the country grapples with a drought described as "exceptionally" early and intense. France has been experiencing its third heatwave in as many months, accompanied by fierce wildfires further fuelled by dry conditions.

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How One Promise Led to Lord Rama and Karna

What if the story of Lord Rama and the story of Karna were connected long before either hero was born? It sounds impossible, yet an often-overlooked tradition from the Ramayana reveals a remarkable chain of friendship, promises, adoption, sacrifice, and destiny. At the center of this forgotten story stands Princess…

Homes & Gardens

What to Do With Lantana in July to Maximize Blooms During Summer Heat – and Attract More Butterflies to Your Yard

Lantana is prized for thriving in heat and drought while attracting butterflies and pollinators – these simple July jobs will keep it flowering until fall

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CM Shivakumar urges PM Modi to send central team to assess drought in Karnataka

In a letter to the PM, the CM highlighted that Karnataka's agriculture is heavily dependent on the southwest monsoon and warned of severe consequences for farmers, water availability, and food prices if immediate support is not provided.

The Conversation

Will El Niño drought hit food prices in South Africa? Earlier rains and grain stocks offer hope

The likely impact of the expected El Niño on South Africa’s agriculture and food prices in 2027 is a major point of discussion among analysts and economists in the country.

Golf Monthly

Nobody Saw Jordan Spieth's Major Drought Coming - Can A Return To Scene Of His Greatest Triumph Provide The Missing Spark?

Jordan Spieth hopes a return to the scene of his greatest triumph at Royal Birkdale can spark a return to the form that won him three Majors, as he looks to finally end a title drought that nobody saw coming

The Times of India

The world's loneliest tree had no other tree within 400 km across the Sahara Desert and roots over 30 metres deep to reach hidden groundwater, then one drunk truck driver knocked it down after 300 years of survival

Deep in Niger's Ténéré Desert once stood what was widely regarded as the world's loneliest tree, an umbrella thorn acacia that survived for around 300 years despite having no other tree within roughly 400 kilometres. Hidden beneath the scorching Sahara, its roots stretched more than 30 metres underground to reach…

Tom’s Guide

How to protect your lawn from the next heatwave: 3 drought-proofing steps pros swear by

Save your lawn from the next heatwave: 3 steps to build long-term resilience.

The Times of India

Global warming is already costing farmers over $20 billion a year, and the losses could climb eightfold by 2100 as heat and drought squeeze maize, wheat and soybeans

As global temperatures rise, the agriculture sector is facing dire challenges, with key crops like maize, wheat, and soybeans seeing a decline of 3.5 percent in yields. The economic ramifications are staggering, totaling around $400 billion over the past two decades. Projections indicate that under high emissions scenarios, losses could…

The Conversation

With an El Niño looming, Australia has new laws to stop water market manipulation

It might feel strange to talk about being able to trade water as a financial asset, in the same way as company shares or bonds. But water is big business.

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