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The Latest Breaking News from Drought

Global capital eyes $50b water market, raising stakes

International investors are wading into Australia's water market, and while scarcity ensures decent returns, droughts could leave some producers high and dry.

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Want to Give Your Yard The Best Chance of Surviving a Drought? Experts Say This Often-Overlooked Task is Key

It can be difficult to know how to care for your garden during dry, scorching weather, but this simple task is crucial

Homes & Gardens

8 Warm Climate Favorites That Handle Heat Easily

Hot weather doesn’t have to flatten a garden’s personality. Some plants actually lean into the heat and come alive when temperatures climb. These sun-loving champions bring color, texture, and fragrance even during long, dry stretches. Gardeners who pick the right varieties save water, reduce maintenance, and still enjoy vibrant outdoor…

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SI:AM | Knicks Cruise Past Cavs to End Decades-Long Finals Drought

New York was a laughingstock for the better part of 20 years. Now the franchise is four wins away from a long-awaited championship.

Sports Illustrated

‘What you see here is a wetland without water’: how the datacentre boom is exacerbating Chile’s mega-drought

The country is positioning itself as Latin America’s next technology hub, but communities are pushing back

The Guardian - UK

The US is seeing stronger storms, so why are droughts getting worse?

About two-thirds of the U.S. is in some stage of drought in late spring 2026, yet at the same time the country has been seeing more intense downpours. It might seem contradictory, but both are symptoms of rising global temperatures.

The Conversation

Singapore Open 2026: Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu lead Indian challenge

India's top badminton players Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu are set to compete at the Singapore Open Super 750. They aim to break their title drought and regain consistent form. Other Indian players like Ayush Shetty, Kidambi Srikanth, and HS Prannoy are also set to feature in the tournament. The…

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Patio Plants That Practically Look After Themselves – 5 Easy Flowers That Withstand Heat, Drought and Neglect

These fuss-free plants are sure to elevate your patio and entertaining space

Homes & Gardens

Gutted but proud: Force lament missed finals chance

Western Force coach Simon Cron says he's gutted for his players after the franchise's finals drought stretched to 21 years.

AAP

Overwatering Your Lawn Could Cost You Thousands — New Municipal Water Rules Are Aggressive

Lawns across many cities now sit at the center of a growing financial crackdown that catches homeowners off guard. Municipal water departments tighten restrictions as drought conditions and infrastructure strain push local governments into strict enforcement mode. Overwatering no longer counts as a harmless habit; it triggers real penalties that…

Clever Dude

Why Corpus Christi faces a looming water shortage, and what might help

Corpus Christi, Texas, home to the nation’s largest oil export hub, and its surrounding Coastal Bend area are in a water shortage that has residents, businesses, and industry carefully monitoring their water use and worried about a growing crisis.

The Conversation

What's Going On With Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Confusing Home Run Drought?

The Padres star has yet to clear the fence in 2026, a statistical anomaly that only gets more baffling the deeper you dig into it.

Sports Illustrated

Destiny 2 ends its live-service era: Here's what this mean for players as Bungie confirms final major update

Bungie has announced the end of Destiny 2's active development, canceling all future expansions and moving the game to maintenance mode after a final update on June 9th. This decision comes after a significant content drought and a shift in developer focus towards the struggling extraction shooter, Marathon.

The Economic Times

Turn fog into water: How these women are using an incredible technique to survive in harsh, dry mountains

In Morocco’s drought-hit Anti-Atlas Mountains, women are changing lives by turning fog into clean drinking water. Using giant mesh nets installed across mountain peaks, communities are able to capture moisture from dense Atlantic fog and convert it into a reliable water source. The groundbreaking initiative is helping villages combat severe…

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The Guardian - UK

England must harvest rainfall and take action on water usage, Lords warn

Without urgent intervention England faces water shortages of 5bn litres a day by 2055, peers tell government

The Independent UK

Warning England’s taps could run dry amid growing drought threat

A report found while the UK is not short of rainfall, it must drastically improve how it stores, manages, and reuses water

Homes & Gardens

5 Resilient Planting Ideas From the RHS Chelsea Flower Show That Will Future-Proof US Gardens

These designer-approved ideas will strengthen your yard against drought, excessive rain, and extreme weather

AAP

Kansas farmers hit hard by weather extremes and growing costs, wheat crop could be worst since 1972

Amid a punishing drought, tariffs and the high cost of fertilizers, farming wheat has become more uncertain as farmers in western Kansas are feeling the impact in their major wheat producing region

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Frugal Gardening

8 Warm-Weather Selections That Perform Best in Heat

Summer sunshine can turn a garden into a paradise or a crispy disaster, depending on what grows in the soil. Some plants wilt the second temperatures climb past 90 degrees, while others throw a full-blown garden party in the middle of a heat wave. Smart gardeners know the secret lies…

The Economic Times

'Am I out?' Drought and rising costs from Iran war deepen pain for US farmers

American farmers in Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Nebraska face immense challenges. Rising fuel and fertilizer prices, linked to the Iran war, are compounding the effects of a severe drought. This situation is leading to smaller harvests and financial strain for many agricultural producers across the Plains states.

The Independent UK

Kansas farmers pulled by weather extremes and growing costs, wheat crop could be worst since 1972

Amid a punishing drought, tariffs and the high cost of fertilizers, farming wheat has become more uncertain as farmers in western Kansas are feeling the impact in their major wheat producing region

The Economic Times

A 16-year-old South African teen turned orange peels into a material that could help farms save water

A young South African inventor has captured global attention with a groundbreaking idea. She has developed a material from orange peels that helps dry soils retain water. This innovation addresses the critical challenge of drought affecting farms worldwide. The science behind this project connects everyday waste with advanced agricultural materials…

The Independent UK

UK urgently needs maximum working temperatures to survive extreme heat, experts warn

Climate report calls for widespread air conditioning amid warning UK temperatures will to exceed 40C by 2050

Evening Standard

Worsening climate extremes putting British way of life at risk – advisers

The Climate Change Committee set out targets for Government to invest in air conditioning, flood defences and water efficiency to protect Britons.

Destructoid

Habitual Destiny 2 players are feeling lost amid latest drought and Bungie’s Marathon focus

Is it time for Destiny 3?

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