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Drought declared over for much of Queensland — but that doesn't mean those areas are fully recovered

The Queensland government has lifted drought declarations in nine local government areas after an improvement in conditions. But a complete recovery is still some way off.

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Bureau of Meteorology tips warm, dry winter for virtually all of Australia

The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts parched conditions across virtually all of Australia this winter as a double whammy of drought-linked climate drivers brew in waters to the west and east.

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With El Niño looming, urgent environmental action is needed to protect sites like the Coorong, experts warn

Ecosystems like South Australia's Coorong could be at risk from extended dry conditions if environmental action isn't taken immediately, experts say.

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Jack Nicklaus baffled by Rory McIlroy's major drought - 'It's a mystery'

The 18-time major winner admits he can't quite believe McIlroy hasn't won a major in nine years.

Irish Mirror

The farmers dealing with water shortages even before historic Colorado River deal

In Arizona’s Pinal county water cuts have become a reality even before this month’s historic deal by states to use 13% less water from stricken river

The Guardian - US

Spain travel warning as streets turned into rivers in popular holiday hotspots

Holiday hotspots in Spain including Catalonia, Madrid and Valencia have been hit by heavy rains, flooding and hale after months of intense drought in the country ended

Daily Mirror

Is lavender drought tolerant? Experts recommend the best types of lavender for dry conditions

Spanish lavender is the most drought-tolerant, though English varieties can also withstand the dry

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Drought-struck Barcelona quenches thirst with costly desalination

Europe's largest desalination plant for drinking water had largely remained idle since its construction near Barcelona over a decade ago

The Independent UK

After historic drought, lawmakers agree on billion-dollar plan to expand water supplies, fix infrastructure

Following one of the hottest summers on record, lawmakers have set an ambitious target: By 2033, they want to bump up the state’s water supply by an amount equal to three of the largest reservoirs in the state.

The Texas Tribune

Xeriscaping is the eco-friendly, water-wise landscaping method you need to know about

Create an outdoor space that requires minimal water and maintenance, and is environmentally friendly too

Homes & Gardens

I didn't expect this would happen but Gopi sir kept pushing me: Prannoy

Sleep-deprived Indian shuttler HS Prannoy had almost given up on winning his next title and breaking a six-year long drought before chief national coach Pullela Gopichand instilled in him the belief that he remains a force to reckon with.

The Hindu

As teams from the U.S. Sun Belt proceed to the Stanley Cup finals, has the NHL forgotten its Canadian fans?

Hockey is supposed to be Canada’s game. Yet the last two Canadian-based NHL teams in the Stanley Cup playoffs, the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Edmonton Oilers, have been eliminated from the tournament. This lengthens the three-decade drought since a Canadian team won the Stanley Cup.

The Conversation

Pep Guardiola backs 'scoring machine' Erling Haaland amid mini Man City goal drought

Haaland hasn't found the net in three games – almost unheard of by his outrageous standards – but Guardiola isn't remotely worried

FourFourTwo

The Guardian view on water politics in Europe: a new fault line

Editorial: As drought becomes the norm, creative solutions must be found to deal with a new, parched reality

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Reuters

Heavy rains turn streets into rivers on Spain's Mediterranean coast

Torrential rains on Thursday that followed a prolonged drought turned streets into rivers that swept away cars and nearly some pedestrians in towns along Spain's Mediterranean coast.

The Conversation

Farmers face a soaring risk of flash droughts in every major food-growing region in coming decades, new research shows

Flash droughts develop fast, and when they hit at the wrong time, they can devastate a region’s agriculture.

Zenger

The 11th Wonder Of The World Is Uncovered In Spain As A Drought Exposes A Ruin

A church was underwater since the 1960 as the government of Catalonia created the Sau Reservoir on the site of the former town.

Reuters

As drought withers Tunisian fields, state feels financial pinch

As rains failed, Tunisian farmers watched their crops wither this spring, harvesting early to salvage some as animal feed and piling costs on a state struggling to afford wheat imports with bakeries running out of bread.

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UN conference pledges fall short of $7bn goal for Horn of Africa

The 2.4bn raised was less than the $7bn the UN says is needed to provide help to millions at risk in the region.

The Independent UK

California unlikely to run short of electricity this summer thanks to storms, new power sources

California regulators say the state is unlikely to run short of electricity this summer, thanks to new power sources and a wet winter that filled reservoirs to restart hydroelectric power plants shuttered during the drought

Zenger

Summer Forecast And Breakdown For U.S. Travelers Going Into Canada

A break of the Canadian country where travelers from all over the world can expect going into the country.

The Guardian - UK

UK funding cuts to east Africa ‘insulting and shortsighted’, say aid organisations

NGOs dismayed at reduction in Britain’s contribution as crisis-hit region faces challenges from drought, rising prices and conflict

The Independent UK

US announces $524 million in new aid for Horn of Africa drought, climate crisis

The United States has announced $524 million in additional humanitarian aid for the Horn of Africa that aims to put a spotlight on the extreme effects of climate change and the worst drought in the region in 40 years

Reuters

Analysis-For Spain's Socialists, regional elections a rehearsal for national vote

In speeches across the country ahead of regional elections on Sunday, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has promised two-euro cinema tickets for the elderly, affordable homes for the young and money to mitigate the effects of a long-term drought.

WEKU

California wants to store floodwaters underground. It's harder than it sounds

Even during epic floods, California is trying to prepare for the next drought by capturing water from this year's epic winter storms.

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