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The Latest Breaking News from Drought

Sainsbury’s strikes deal with British salad producers to tackle food shortage fears

The agreement is intended to ensure a steady supply of tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers

The Independent UK · Jul 26

Sainsbury’s to increase British salad produce amid drought fears abroad

In early 2023, supermarkets imposed limits of three on various salad items and vegetables when bad weather affected supplies of crops grown abroad.

Evening Standard · Jul 26

DCs will be held accountable for question paper leak henceforth: CM D K Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar warned district Deputy Commissioners about exam paper leaks. He mandated CCTV cameras and enhanced security for all recruitment examination processes. Officials must ensure public administration efficiency and address citizen issues proactively. Groundwater work irregularities will be curbed with mandatory video and GPS documentation. Cabinet…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

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Water hauling is the new chore no rancher asked for

The combination of the worst snowpack on record and fast-spreading wildfires is changing the job description for ranchers in the Rocky Mountains

The Independent UK · Jul 25

In the 1930s, America planted 220 million trees across Dust Bowl farmland; decades later, thousands of km of shelterbelts still protected farms and wildlife

The Dust Bowl prompted a large government tree-planting program across the Great Plains. This initiative created extensive shelterbelts to protect farmland from wind erosion and drought. These tree rows, planted decades ago, continue to shield farms and support biodiversity. While many shelterbelts remain, some have been removed or degraded over…

The Times of India · Jul 25

The maps and charts that show the huge impact of Britain’s record-breaking summer

The three heatwaves seen so far this summer have had a lasting impact across farming, wildlife, health, and more – and the Met Office warns this is the new normal

The Independent UK · Jul 25

Climate change 'exacerbating' drought across Europe, scientists say

Climate change is exacerbating drought in Europe as extreme heat evaporates water supplies, scientists said in a study published this week, with low water levels disrupting shipping, farming and industry in countries including Romania and Greece.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 25

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Aussie men's relay aims high after setting Games record

A Commonwealth Games record in the bag, Kyle Chalmers and Australia's men's 4x100m have set their sights on breaking a long Olympic drought.

AAP · Jul 24

Aussie gymnasts pip Glasgow hosts to end medal drought

Australia's male gymnasts have fended off a fast-finishing Scotland squad in Glasgow to claim their first Commonwealth Games team medal in 12 years.

AAP · Jul 24

Climate change is invisible. These powerful photographs are anything but

The top news photographs this week prove the power of framing as photojournalists turned their lens towards wildfires, drought, and flooding

Digital Camera World · Jul 24

Parts of England under heat alert with 30C temperatures possible

Warning in place until Sunday morning in southern and central regions after drought declared in parts of Wales

The Guardian - UK · Jul 24

Farmer warns drought could stop vegetable planting as dry spell grips UK

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The Independent UK · Jul 24

How do scientists know if climate change made a heat wave, extreme storm or wildfire worse?

When a devastating heat wave, hurricane, flood or wildfire strikes, people often want to know: How much did human-caused climate change influence this event, if at all?

The Conversation · Jul 24

Farmer warns risk of UK drought may force him to stop growing vegetables

As large parts of the country face drought, farmers have warned the industry ‘can’t carry on like this’

The Independent UK · Jul 24

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Golf Monthly · Jul 24

It's Been 1,599 Days Since Jordan Spieth's Last PGA Tour Victory. What On Earth Is Going On?

Spieth recently missed the cut by nine at The Open to extend his Major drought to nine full seasons. Will he ever make it back to the top of the game?

Evening Standard · Jul 24

Heat health alerts for parts of England over busy getaway weekend

The alerts come as drought was declared in North Wales and the Upper Severn.

Homes & Gardens · Jul 24

7 Plants That Actually Thrive on Neglect in a Heatwave – And Look Beautiful Even When You Forget to Water Them

Create a tough yet colorful yard with these low-maintenance drought-tolerant plants for pots and borders

The Economic Times · Jul 23

2026 Super El Nino forecast: Is a powerful climate event expected? Here's what experts say

2026 Super El Niño forecast: Scientists closely monitor the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) for signs of a potential super El Niño. These powerful climate events can trigger extreme weather, disrupt agriculture and affect economies worldwide. Previous super El Niño events have caused severe flooding, widespread drought and significant economic losses.…

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 23

Drought declared in parts of Wales as July on course to be driest in nearly 200 years

Government agency confirms status in north Wales and Upper Severn after series of heatwaves and lack of rainfall

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Bulletin PM briefing: Early prison release scheme paused and two die in beach tragedy

What we know as Burnham pauses early prison release scheme. Mother and daughter who died in ‘tragic incident’ at Essex beach identified. Drought in Wales as record-breaking heatwaves spark wildfires. Burnham’s plan to slash pub taxes dismissed as ‘political manoeuvre’. How police failed to make basic checks before deadly Manchester…

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Mapped: Where droughts have been declared in the UK after record-breaking heatwaves

North Wales has seen less than 2 per cent of expected rainfall for the month and has endured several wildfires

The Times of India · Jul 23

A rural Chile community struggling with drought restored its water supply by protecting a watershed, planting native trees and rebuilding the soil that holds rain

A rural community on Chile's Chiloe Island has restored its water supply after years of relying on emergency tanker trucks. By protecting forests, restoring its watershed, building a gravity-fed water network and involving local residents in maintenance, the community has maintained a reliable system for nearly seven years. The project…

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Drought in Wales as record-breaking heatwaves spark wildfires

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The Independent UK · Jul 23

Drought declared across parts of Wales after record dry weather and heatwaves

The Welsh government’s environmental agency says the decision to trigger drought status follows continued hot, dry weather over recent weeks

Evening Standard · Jul 23

Heatwave to grip London 'within days' as wildfires burn and drought declared

Forecasters reveal when the next heatwave is expected to sweep London

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