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Western river compacts were innovative in the 1920s but couldn't foresee today's water challenges

The Western U.S. is in a water crisis, from California to Nebraska. An ongoing drought is predicted to last at least through July 2022. Recent research suggests that these conditions may be better labeled aridification – meaning that warming and drying are long-term trends.

The Conversation

Horn of Africa Drought Drives 20 Million towards Hunger

From southern Ethiopia to northern Kenya and Somalia, swathes of land across the Horn of Africa are being ravaged by a drought that has put 20 million people at risk of starvation. A donor conference last week raised almost $1.4 billion for the region, which the UN says is facing…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Attempt to cross English Channel beckons for Outback grazier and Lifeline ambassador Brendan Cullen

Brendan Cullen initially swam to improve his mental health during a severe drought in far west NSW. Now he is ready for one of the world's most demanding distance swims — for a good cause.

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N.Korea mobilises office workers to fight drought amid food shortages

North Korea's office workers and factory labourers have been dispatched to farming areas around the country to join a fight against drought, state media reported on Wednesday, amid concerns over prolonged food shortages.

Reuters

As drought crisis deepens, government will release less water from Colorado River reservoir

After years of severe drought compounded by climate change, the water level in Lake Powell, the second-largest reservoir on the Colorado River, has dropped to just 24% of full capacity and is continuing to decline to levels not seen since the reservoir was filled in the 1960s.

Los Angeles Times

Jonny Evans overcame Man Utd fear after frank discussions with Darren Fletcher

Jonny Evans' old club Manchester United are enduring their worst trophy drought in 40 years but the defender could win silverware this term for a second successive season

Daily Mirror

California’s new drought rules: will they be enough to halt the ‘alarming challenges’ ahead?

As dry conditions prevail, the state is restricting outdoor watering while exploring other avenues of water

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The Mariners’ Offense Is the Key to Ending Their Playoff Drought

Seattle nearly made the postseason last year with an abysmal offense. Now its lineup is raking and still getting better.

Sports Illustrated

A barrel containing a body was exposed as the level of Nevada's Lake Mead drops

Police predict that as the water level drops because of drought, more bodies will be found.

WEKU

Human remains found in barrel as Lake Mead drops to historic low amid drought

A barrel containing human remains was discovered in Nevada's Lake Mead over the weekend as a historic drought grips the West.

Los Angeles Times

Body in barrel exposed as level of Nevada's Lake Mead drops

A body inside a barrel was found over the weekend on the newly exposed bottom of Nevada’s Lake Mead as drought depletes of the largest U.S. reservoirs

The Independent UK

Bruno Fernandes sends message after ending Manchester United drought

Man Utd defeated Brentford 3-0 in the Premier League on Monday night as Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring.

Manchester Evening News

I’ve worked in agriculture all my life. Who can I vote for to protect Victoria’s food bowl?

For irrigators in the seat of Nicholls, the next water crisis and the next deep trauma is only as far away as the next drought

The Guardian - AU

No Drought About It: How Israel Used Innovation To Beat Its Water Crisis

Israel is a desert with scarce water resources but still produces 20 percent more water than it needs. How is that possible?

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Building crisis hits rural communities as good seasons drive increased demand

Farmers wanting to spend big on infrastructure as Queensland's rural communities bounce back from drought, floods and the pandemic are struggling to get builders or materials.

The Independent UK

Ethiopia seeing ‘dramatic’ increase in child marriage amid worst drought in decades

Catherine Russell, Unicef’s executive director, says spike was ‘quite dramatic’

The Guardian - US

‘Turning the dial up’: US south-west braces for extended wildfire season amid drastic drought

A million acres have already burned across the country already, with La Niña bringing more severe dry climate

Tribune News Service

Idaho water officials issue emergency drought declaration for majority of state

BOISE, Idaho — The Idaho Department of Water Resources on Friday issued an emergency drought declaration for all but 10 of the state’s 44 counties.

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To survive drought, parts of SoCal must cut water use by 35%. The new limit: 80 gallons a day

LOS ANGELES — When the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California this week unveiled its strictest-ever water restrictions for about 6 million residents, it did so with an urgent goal in mind: a 35% reduction in water consumption, equating to an allocation of about 80 gallons per person per day.

The Independent UK

Vegas water intake now visible at drought-stricken Lake Mead

The water supply for Las Vegas has marked a milestone, with a water intake breaking the surface of drought-depleted Lake Mead and the activation of a new pumping facility to draw water from deeper in the crucial Colorado River reservoir

The Guardian - UK

Ethiopian drought leading to ‘dramatic’ increase in child marriage, Unicef warns

With hunger across Horn of Africa and 600,000 children out of school, ‘desperate’ parents push more girls into early marriage

AAP

Lions out to snap SCG hoodoo in AFL test

Brisbane have lost six straight AFL matches at the SCG in a drought that dates back to 2009, with five of those defeats against Sunday's opponents Sydney.

Tribune News Service

Red Sox end home run drought, hold on in ninth for 3-1 victory over Orioles

If there was ever a must-win series in April, this weekend would qualify for the Red Sox.

Tribune News Service

Desalination project should be approved by California Coastal Commission, Gov. Gavin Newsom says

Citing California’s worsening drought conditions, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday urged the California Coastal Commission to give final approval in two weeks for construction of a new $1.4 billion desalination plant on the state’s coastline.

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Some Like It Hot: Get Ready For A Blazing Summer

Expect a national heat wave, as well as severe storms, for the upcoming season.

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