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’Magical material’: How Europe’s drought-struck islands could soon harvest water from dry air

Europe’s tourist islands are facing severe water stress. Is tech that harvests water from dry air a solution?

Euronews

Record-low Danube River affects tourism and industry as drought and heat grip Central Europe

As wildfires and successive heatwaves in France and Spain highlight climate change's impact, a severe drought is causing record low water levels on the Danube River, affecting tourism and industry

The Independent UK

Flash droughts pull ‘alarming’ amounts of moisture from the landscape and intensify wildfires: new research

When catastrophic wildfires capture global headlines, such as the unprecedented blazes sweeping through southern Europe this summer or the devastating 2019–20 “Black Summer” in Australia, they are almost always preceded by severe drought. Dry vegetation and parched landscapes are necessary ingredients for infernos.

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Scots reject viral aqueduct proposal to give England water during drought

A VIRAL social media post proposing the transfer of water from Scotland to drought-hit areas of south-east England has sparked a fierce online…

The National (Scotland)

Satellite pictures reveal huge impact of ‘exceptional’ UK drought and heatwaves

Nearly half of England is experiencing an official drought as heat takes its toll

The Independent UK

More than half of England 'officially in drought', UK Environment agency says

"Rivers are running low, farmers are having to harvest crops early, wildfire risk is increasing, and millions of people are living under restrictions on water use," the UK Environment Agency said in its announcement.

Euronews

Bulletin PM briefing: Burnham’s social care overhaul and drought in England

5 things Andy Burnham said as he calls for urgent overhaul of social care system. Drought declared across half of England – what it means and where. US and Saudi forces attack Iran-backed groups in Iraq – what we know. Teen hitman from Norway found guilty of Iran-linked murder plot.…

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Half of England declared in drought as July records near-zero rainfall

Drought has been declared in half of England after months of unusually dry conditions, as officials warn that sustained low rainfall is straining water supplies, rivers and the wider environment.

The Times of India

Half of England in drought – what does it mean for you?

Seven areas across central, eastern and southern England have been declared as officially in drought

The Independent UK

UK drought map: The regions suffering most after driest July on record

England is facing an ‘exceptionally serious situation’, officials have said

The Independent UK

Half of England in drought as farmers warn food prices could soar

Producing crops becoming harder and more expensive and prices could rise, farmers warn

The Independent UK

Half of England plunges into ‘flash drought’ after low rain and hot weather

The Environment Agency has declared a drought across seven areas of southern, eastern and central England.

Evening Standard

Half of England officially in ‘exceptionally serious’ drought

Environment Agency names seven regions affected by unusually hot and dry weather and shortage of water

The Guardian - UK

Drought declared across half of England – what it means and where

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By 2024, the Tulalip Beaver Project was relocating beavers in the Snohomish Watershed to restore wetlands, store water and support salmon habitat

Beavers are now relocated to restore degraded streams in Washington State. These animals rebuild wetlands, store freshwater, and create vital habitats for salmon. Beaver dams slow streamflow, reconnect floodplains, and retain water across the landscape. This nature-based approach addresses flooding, drought, and declining fish populations effectively. The Tulalip Tribes Wildlife…

The Times of India

In 2001, scientists released beetles to fight an invasive tree. Years later, an endangered bird had lost 94% of its habitat along one western river

The breeding grounds of the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher stretch across thousands of kilometres of rivers and streams in the American Southwest, yet much of its habitat has long been difficult to assess in a consistent way. Thick vegetation, changing river systems and seasonal drought all make monitoring the small migratory…

Euronews

How beavers are quietly tackling Europe’s raging wildfires and helping burnt landscapes recover

Beavers’ penchant for dam building has created natural fire breaks across Europe, which could help tackle deadly blazes.

The Independent UK

Commonwealth Games: Amy Hunt forced to settle for women’s 100m silver as England’s 40-year drought goes on

England’s long wait for a women’s 100m Commonwealth Games champion continues after Hunt was beaten by New Zealand’s Zoe Hobbs

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Amy Hunt takes silver as England wait for Commonwealth women’s 100m win goes on

The drought stretches back 40 years to Heather Oakes’ victory in Edinburgh in 1986.

France 24

Bad news for Bordeaux: France's celebrated wine industry faces wake-up call over wildfires

France's largest wine region is facing a wake-up call as the wildfires blazing near Bordeaux's famed vineyards underscore the climate challenges posed by severe drought and repeated heatwaves. Many chateaux do not have enough water to irrigate their entire vineyard and without rain in the coming weeks, vines could shut…

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Mikel Arteta is under a very different pressure to go and win it all over again, while new managers have been installed at every other ‘Big Six' outfit – FourFourTwo's 2026-27 Arsenal season preview

Arsenal took over 20 years to break their Premier League title drought; now, how they will fare being the hunted, not the hunters?

The Economic Times

In 2015, scientists linked a 650-year drought to the fall of a once-thriving ancient Mesoamerican city of Cantona

Ancient Mesoamerican civilization: A 2015 study suggests drought caused Cantona's decline. This ancient city once housed ninety thousand people. Researchers analyzed lake sediments to reconstruct past climate conditions. A 650-year drought period affected the region significantly. This prolonged dryness likely forced the population to leave.

The Economic Times

Spain identified a rare-earth deposit that could supply one-third of Europe's needs: could this massive discovery reduce foreign reliance, or will environmental battles kill it?

Europe might sit on its own green energy goldmine. Deep in central Spain, a major rare-earth deposit was discovered. It holds enough critical monazite to supply one-third of Europe’s needs. That could finally cut reliance on China for EV magnets. But there is a big catch. Severe drought and local…

Frugal Gardening

Should You Stop Mowing Dormant Grass During a Dry Spell?

When grass turns brown during a dry spell, the lawnmower may suddenly look less like a helpful garden tool and more like an unnecessary weekly appointment. In many cases, stopping or dramatically reducing mowing makes sense, especially when the grass has entered true dormancy and the soil has become too…

Euronews

Heat, drought, fire: Europe needs to restore wetlands, rivers and landscapes

Experts from environmental organisations, including WWF, are calling in an op-ed for Euronews for urgent action to adapt to a changing climate. By placing the restoration of landscapes and healthy water systems at the heart of climate legislation can help to reducing climate risks at their root.

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