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Drought in Horn of Africa worse than in 2011 famine

Below-normal rainfall is expected over the next three months in parts of Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia.

Al Jazeera

Horn of Africa drought trends said worse than in 2011 famine

A climate center says the trends in a historic Horn of Africa drought are worse than they were in a 2011 drought in which at least a quarter-million people died

The Independent UK

With all this rain and snow, can California really still be in a drought? Look deeper

LOS ANGELES — Only weeks after a series of atmospheric rivers deluged California, the state is once again bracing for powerful winter weather that could deliver heaps of rain and snow, including fresh powder at elevations as low as 1,500 feet.

Los Angeles Times

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England one dry spell away from return to severe drought, say experts

Warning comes as supermarkets ration sales of produce owing to dry conditions elsewhere in Europe

The Guardian - UK

Australian teams look to break Super Rugby drought

Australian teams haven't won a full Super Rugby title since 2014, while there are also World Cup places for Wallabies' aspirants at stake in 2023.

AAP

'Mind-blowing' reaction mocked by Manchester United should only give Newcastle added incentive

Newcastle United will face Manchester United in the Carabao Cup final and ChronicleLive caught up with those who played in the club's last final as the Magpies bid to finally end their drought

Chronicle Live

France goes 31 days without rain, raising concerns about water for summer

It has been a month since any significant rain fell on mainland France, hitting a record and raising concerns about water reserves that were depleted in last year’s severe drought.

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Historic venice canals reduced to muddy ditches by severe low tides

It is longest water levels have remained so low in Venetian lagoon for at least 15 years

The Independent UK

Arsene Wenger sends title race warning to Arsenal and spots Liverpool and Man City issue

A dramatic win over Aston Villa has put Arsenal back in control of the Premier League title race, but Arsene Wenger has sent a warning to Mikel Arteta about finally ending the Gunners' long drought

Daily Mirror

Sir John Hall hints Newcastle may now have stadium solution and special guests to watch final

Newcastle United will take on Manchester United in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday and former owner Sir John Hall will be at Wembley as the Magpies bid to end their 54-year trophy drought

Chronicle Live

Moussa Dembele ends six month goal drought nightmare as ex-Celtic hitman scores header in shock defeat

The Frenchman has had a torrid season in front of goal for the Ligue 1 outfit having managed just two goals prior to Friday night's embarrassing 2-1 defeat to relegation fodder Auxerre.

Glasgow Live

Italy faces new drought alert as Venice canals run dry

Weeks of dry winter weather have raised concerns that Italy could face another drought after last summer's emergency, with the Alps having received less than half of their normal snowfall, according to scientists and environmental groups.

Reuters

War, drought, staff shortages: why the price of milk has soared in the UK

Wholesale milk price hit all-time record in December, after months of farmers absorbing higher costs

The Guardian - UK

Can Western states agree on the future of the Colorado River?

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Western state water officials will spend the next few months trying to agree on how to divvy up water from the Colorado River, which sustains a region of 40 million people across seven states but has been devastated by the worst drought in more than a…

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Trade, Security Top Issues as African Leaders Meet

African leaders gather Saturday in Addis Ababa for an annual summit, aiming to jumpstart a faltering trade deal while also focusing on the continent's most pressing challenges, including armed conflict and a worsening food crisis. As the continent reels from a record drought in the Horn of Africa and deadly…

Chronicle Live

The surprising prize money cheque Newcastle United will pick up if they win the Carabao Cup revealed

The Magpies will end their long trophy drought if they win at Wembley but they won't bank much in terms of prize money

The Guardian - UK

Italy faces another year of severe drought after little winter rain or snow

Vast areas along Po River already parched, raising fears about farming, hydropower and drinking water

Los Angeles Times

Fearing return of dry conditions, California Gov. Gavin Newsom seeks to waive environmental protections in Delta

As January’s drenching storms have given way to an unseasonably dry February, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is seeking to waive environmental rules in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta in an effort to store more water in reservoirs — a move that is drawing heated criticism from environmental advocates who say…

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The Independent UK

Study: Don't blame climate change for South American drought

Scientists say climate change isn't to blame for the nasty three-year drought still devastating Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil and Bolivia

The Independent UK

California debates what to do with water from recent storms

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is asking state regulators to store more water from recent storms that hit the drought-ravaged state

ABC News

Bush revegetation boosts farmer Steve Matthews' mental health after years of drought

At the height of a mental health crisis, Steve Matthews started revegetating his farm in southern NSW. Years later, he continues to reap the rewards.

Tribune News Service

Matt Calkins: Why the Mariners might be better in 2023, and why they might not be

Normally, opening day in Major League Baseball serves as the pinnacle for optimism, even if such positivity is unwarranted. But when your team just snapped a 21-year playoff drought and compounded that euphoria with a historic comeback playoff victory, the buzz begins much sooner.

The Guardian - UK

Charles Leclerc promises to end Ferrari’s 16-year world championship drought

Charles Leclerc has vowed to challenge Red Bull’s Max Verstappen with Scuderia believing they have addressed last season’s weaknesses

Los Angeles Times

George Skelton: Rains and flooding leave claims of California drought high and dry

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Two words that government officials always try to avoid saying are "drought's over" — even when there's flooding.

The Independent UK

Kenya seeks divine help to end crippling, ongoing drought

With the prospect of a sixth consecutive failed rainy season in the east and Horn of Africa, Kenya’s president is hoping the heavens will finally open with the help of a national day of mass prayer on Tuesday

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