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'Salty soup': climate threat to vital lagoon ecosystems

Drought, sea level rise and more water evaporation from higher temperatures are ratcheting up lagoon salt contents to potentially harmful levels.

AAP

Climate-Displaced Migrants Trapped at U.S.-Mexico Border as Asylum Doors Slam Shut

IRAP report warns that families fleeing floods, drought, and violence face life-threatening conditions—while U.S. immigration policies make it even harder to find refuge.

Latin Times

Mapped: Where hosepipe bans could come into effect after major drought warning

Officials say Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire, and Cumbria and Lancashire are in drought status

The Independent UK

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New To South Africa, Saffron Holds Promise

Livestock farmer Joe Kroon turned to saffron in desperation when drought threatened his livelihood and, as this season's harvest winds down, he is encouraged by the potential of a new entry into South Africa's farming catalogue.

International Business Times

Weather tracker: Record heat engulfs parts of France, Portugal and Spain

High pressure across much of Europe comes amid worst drought in decades, while Canada braces for hot spell

The Guardian - UK

Tax reprieve for farmers as drought declared statewide

Drought has taken root across an entire state, paving the way for all farmers to receive a brief discount from a controversially hiked tax.

AAP

The land under South Africa is rising every year. We finally know why.

The land under South Africa steadily rose between 2012 and 2020, a new GPS-based study finds, and drought may be the main driver.

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Drought declared in north-west England amid declining reservoir levels

Hosepipe ban could follow, says Environment Agency, after England had driest February-April period on record

The Guardian - UK

Scientists reveal what would happen if the Amazon rainforest dried out

When trees die from drought, they release carbon, accelerating global warming

The Independent UK

North-west England in drought due to low water levels in reservoirs and rivers

The region is the first in England to move into drought status – despite recent rain – following one of the driest springs on record.

Evening Standard

UK sees sunniest spring on record as drought declared in North West England

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The Independent UK

From record rainfall to drought: Expert reveals what’s causing Europe’s unusual spring weather

Many may wonder whether the unusual weather is a consequence of climate change. The answer is, at least in principle, no

The Independent UK

Drought declared in northwest England after record dry weather

UK has seen the sunniest spring on record, as temperatures set to soar again in coming days

The Independent UK

Record rainfall in the south, drought in the north: what’s causing Europe’s unusual spring weather?

2025’s rainy spring has brought a swift end to the droughts plaguing several Spanish regions, restoring ecosystems to parched fields, reviving withered trees and shrubs, and bringing back a lush, green landscape not seen for a long time. It has also placed the country’s reservoir levels much higher the averages…

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Raining one week, dusty the next – how did a dust storm make it all the way to rainy Sydney?

Much to the surprise of Sydney-siders, a dusty haze settled over the city on Tuesday morning after a week of heavy rain.

The Conversation

Managing forests and other ecosystems under rising threats requires thinking across wide-ranging scenarios

In Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in California, trees that have persisted through rain and shine for thousands of years are now facing multiple threats triggered by a changing climate.

The Guardian - UK

Carlo Ancelotti lands in Brazil relishing prospect of ending World Cup drought

New Seleção springs surprise with Casemiro recall and sets sights on reviving Vinícius Júnior’s international career

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Outsmart the Corn Market: Seasonal Patterns and COT Data Guide You

Corn prices seasonally begin to slide by June 29, with an 87% occurrence over 15 years & a $915 average profit per contract. Big money’s betting short on a 15.8B bushel U.S. crop & Brazil’s 99.8-129M ton Safrinha. Dare to join the sell side? Make your move!

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Euronews

EU to deploy 650 firefighters to wildfire high-risk zones

Since the beginning of the year, more than 166,000 hectares have been burnt across the 27 member states, nearly three times the average recorded over the same period between 2003 and 2024.

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Can You Be Fined for Collecting Rainwater? It Depends on Where You Live

It seems like the ultimate eco-friendly move: set up a barrel, catch rainwater, and use it to water your garden or clean your car. Simple, sustainable—and totally harmless, right? Not always. Depending on where you live, collecting rainwater can lead to fines, legal warnings, or even cease-and-desist orders. While many…

The Guardian - US

US faces another summer of extreme heat as fears rise over Trump cuts

Brutal heat and drought expected to blanket country from Nevada to Florida as experts worry climate cuts will burn

The Conversation

The drought is back – we need a new way to help farmers survive tough times

Australia in 2025 is living up to Dorothy McKellar’s poetic vision of a country stricken by “drought and flooding rains”.

The Independent UK

Revealed: The true cost of climate crisis for world’s poorest countries

Exclusive: Small-island states and conflict-vulnerable countries in Africa are suffering intensely as floods, droughts and hurricanes wreak havoc on communities and livelihoods

Evening Standard

Arsenal: Mikel Arteta set for end-of-season performance review in bid to end trophy drought

Gunners have fallen short once again this season, extending their trophy drought to five years

AAP

'This is really scary': farmers battle historic drought

While parts of Australia battle floods, farmers in the nation's south are selling off stock, abandoning crops and pleading for help as drought deepens.

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