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Navigating the Drought: What Monroe, NC Residents Need to Know

North Carolina is facing one of its most widespread drought periods in recent years, and Monroe residents are feeling the effects more than ever. With...

Saving Advice · Mar 11

‘Severe water stress’: why desalination plants are the Gulf’s greatest weakness

Recent attack on plants led to fears of escalating strikes, but Iran knows drought has left it equally vulnerable

The Guardian - UK · Mar 11

Why Early Planting Can Backfire

Spring’s first warm days seduce even the most disciplined gardeners. The soil softens, the sun shines brighter, and seeds in their packets practically beg to be planted. It’s tempting to push ahead, imagining rows of lush vegetables thriving weeks earlier than usual. However, planting too early turns hope into heartbreak…

Frugal Gardening · Mar 10

New rules and high expectations: can Oscar Piastri break Australia’s F1 drought?

The Australian Grand Prix launches the 2026 Formula 1 (F1) season at Melbourne’s Albert Park on Sunday.

The Conversation · Mar 5

USMNT’s Four Best Players of the Week—Midfielder Ends Four-Year Drought

The USMNT will face Belgium and Portugal later this month.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 3

How to Water Your Garden During Drought Without Breaking Rules

When water turns scarce and restrictions tighten, gardens face a brutal test. Drought does not simply dry out soil; it forces hard choices. Municipalities impose watering schedules, ban certain irrigation methods, and fine homeowners who ignore the rules. Meanwhile, vegetables wilt, flowers droop, and shrubs show stress just as temperatures…

Frugal Gardening · Mar 1

Mahindra is a Formula E frontrunner again, but will it end its five-year victory drought?

The recovery plan instigated by Frederic Bertrand is finally bearing fruit, with Mahindra re-establishing itself as a consistent frontrunner. Now, can it take the next step and score its first Formula E win since 2021?

Motorsport · Feb 27

The total lunar eclipse tonight will be the last until New Year's Eve 2028

After this 'blood moon,' our natural satellite will not fully disappear into Earth's shadow again for nearly three years — until a rare trifecta of total lunar eclipses in 2028–29 ends the drought.

Space · Feb 27

Mohamed Salah backed to break longest goal drought of Liverpool career

Arne Slot said he is not concerned by Salah not scoring in his last nine Premier League appearances ahead of the visit from West Ham

The Independent UK · Feb 27

Severe weather swings leave families battling floods and farmers facing bad year

The Met Office said this winter will be remembered for its ‘relentless rain’.

Evening Standard · Feb 27