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Drought likely in Cumbria and Lake District, government committee told

Exclusive: Other summer hotspots such as Devon and Cornwall also likely to face problems, leaked minutes show

The Guardian - UK

Are hydrangeas drought tolerant? Expert advice on whether they can thrive in dry conditions

Hydrangeas are plants that like moisture, though some varieties are more resilient to dry conditions than others

Homes & Gardens

How to design a drought-tolerant yard – a 5-step plan for a space that will thrive with limited water

Plan a drought-tolerant yard that's sustainable, looks beautiful, and also reduces your water usage

Homes & Gardens

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'El Nino' set to weaken rainy season

Thailand's weather is already being influenced by a "mild" El Nino phenomenon, according to the Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR), which also called on all related agencies to help gear up in case the country suffers a drought.

Bangkok Post

Editorial: Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall bemoans ‘climate demagogues’ but seeks farm aid in ‘historic drought’

On Wednesday, Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall called those who want to mitigate the already catastrophic effects of our global environmental crisis ‘climate demagogues.’

Tribune News Service

Northeast At Risk For Severe Weather For Multiple Days

After the severe weather exits, more wet weather could impact the drought-stricken region.

Zenger

Spain travel warning as popular tourist area braced for catastrophic wildfires

Large parts of the country are suffering severe drought as well as extreme temperatures, leading to dehydrated land and a risk of massive wildfires.

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Soil erosion is filling vital inland river waterholes, putting the squeeze on fish, turtles and crayfish

During droughts, Australia’s inland rivers dry up, leaving waterholes as the only wet places in a parched landscape. Fish, turtles, crayfish and other aquatic animals retreat to these vital refuges.

The Conversation

Cassava exports set to decline this year

Thailand's exports of cassava and cassava products are estimated at 9 million tonnes this year, down from 11 million tonnes last year, because of reduced output related to drought.

Bangkok Post

Five questions for African countries that want to build climate-resilient health systems

Every day seems to bring a new headline about a devastating climate event. African countries aren’t spared. A “rain bomb” in South Africa. Flooding in Nigeria. Cyclones battering Mozambique, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Madagascar. Drought in Kenya.

The Conversation

Drought-tolerant trees – 10 resilient choices for low-maintenance yards

These reliable and robust options are ideal for warmer climes with less rainfall

Homes & Gardens

With record heat and drought-stricken woods, Spain’s Catalonia faces perfect wildfire conditions

Take a prolonged drought amid record-high temperatures for Spain, toss in an increasingly dense forest unable to adapt to a fast-changing climate, and Asier Larrañaga has reason to be on guard

The Independent UK

Clash Of Air Masses To Bring Severe Thunderstorms To Plains And Midwest

Gusty winds, hail, and flooding downpours expected; drought-stricken areas may receive temporary relief.

Zenger

No-grass front yard ideas – 10 ways to say goodbye to that dry patch of lawn

Getting rid of turf in your front yard can open up a world of interesting design and planting possibilities

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Supreme Court rules the US is not required to ensure access to water for the Navajo Nation

The Navajo Nation, the largest Native American reservation in the U.S., covers 27,000 square miles (70,000 square kilometers) in the Southwest – an area larger than 10 states. Today it is home to more than 250,000 people – roughly comparable to the population of St. Petersburg, Florida, or Winston-Salem, North…

Zenger

Northeast To Face Active Weather Pattern, Relief For Drought Expected

Tropical moisture to bring rain to parched areas, but may impact outdoor plans and travel

Al Jazeera

US Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation in water rights case

Indigenous community had sought to assess water needs amid historic drought in the Colorado River Basin.

The New Daily

NSW floats new water-saving measures after dam scrapped

The NSW government has floated a raft of new drought-busting measures for the regional city of Tamworth after scrapping the proposed Dungowan Dam and pipeline.

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Time to turn the tide on water mismanagement

Letters: Readers respond to a long read on how drought could end up being the next pandemic

Homes & Gardens

How to keep soil moist in summer – expert tips to keep water locked in the ground

Discover some tried-and-tested expert methods to maximize the water you put in the ground during hot weather and keep it available to plants

Zenger

Drought In Mexico Reveals Abandoned 16th Century Church

The Temple of Quechula, submerged in a reservoir, is now visible for tourists but threatens local fishermen's livelihoods.

The Texas Tribune

Texas farmers are worried one of the state’s most precious water resources is running dry. You should be, too.

The Ogallala Aquifer serves farming communities in multiple states. When it runs dry, the agriculture industry in Texas and the nation is in jeopardy.

Bangkok Post

EconThai glum on second-half outlook

The domestic economy may slow down in the second half of the year due to a number of problems, ranging from looming drought and political uncertainties to a sluggish global economy, says the Employers' Confederation of Thai Trade and Industry (EconThai).

Bangkok Post

El Niño likely to hit investment sentiment

El Niño is likely to intensify in the second half of this year, affecting investment sentiment in the agribusiness, food and water management sectors, analysts say.

The Conversation

African cities and climate change: the real debate is who should pay to fix the problem

For most city mayors and managers in Africa, the debate about whether climate change is real is a moot topic. They know it is. They are on the front lines dealing with the impact of droughts, rising sea levels and floods, such as those in the Gulf of Guinea.

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