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9 Plants That Look After Themselves in July – And Still Steal the Show, Even in Drought

These low-maintenance plants need little intervention to deliver weeks of color, texture, and pollinator appeal

Homes & Gardens · Jul 17

How long will US riders' Tour de France stage win drought continue? Dubious streak reaches 100 stages

Sepp Kuss was the last American to reach the top step on a Tour stage in 2021

Cycling News · Jul 16

Puerto Rico announces emergency water rationing as drought worsens

Puerto Rico is imposing water rationing measures as a drought grips the U.S. territory, worsening chronic water shortages that have forced the governor to declare a state of emergency

The Independent UK · Jul 16

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Hungary's national fireworks costs shrink but many still call it wasteful

Tradition or money down the drain? A state-funded jolly for all, or an outdated form of animal cruelty? As 20 August nears, the yearly row over whether Hungary needs fireworks and how big they should be reignites.

Euronews · Jul 16

During Tanzania's deadly 1993 drought, an elephant matriarch's memory helped save her entire herd, while a younger leader stayed behind and more calves died

During a brutal drought in Tanzania back in 1993, one elephant's memory ended up making the difference between life and death for her entire family. Researchers tracking family groups in Tarangire National Park found that herds led by older matriarchs, elephants who had lived through droughts before, left the park…

The Times of India · Jul 16

Greek islands battle drought as travellers arrive for peak tourist season

Seven Greek islands declared drought emergencies this year amid climate change impacts. Astypalaia relies on bottled water as its sole reservoir is critically low. Farmers face restrictions while authorities install temporary desalination plants. Hoteliers offer incentives for guests to conserve water usage. Drought conditions are projected to worsen by 2049.

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Where are the Canadian wildfires currently? Check affected Canada and US cities, smoke forecast and latest updates

Over 830 wildfires burn across Canada, with many classified as out of control. Thick smoke blankets parts of Canada and the United States, affecting air quality. Officials warn of unhealthy air levels in several major cities through the week. Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness faces evacuations due to lightning-caused…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

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English players hoping Royal Birkdale will end nation’s long Open drought

Tommy Fleetwood and Matt Fitzpatrick among those aiming for first home win in England since Tony Jacklin

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15

France grapples with 'very worrying' drought after successive heatwaves

Large parts of France are facing water restrictions as the country grapples with a drought described as "exceptionally" early and intense. France has been experiencing its third heatwave in as many months, accompanied by fierce wildfires further fuelled by dry conditions.

France 24 · Jul 15

How One Promise Led to Lord Rama and Karna

What if the story of Lord Rama and the story of Karna were connected long before either hero was born? It sounds impossible, yet an often-overlooked tradition from the Ramayana reveals a remarkable chain of friendship, promises, adoption, sacrifice, and destiny. At the center of this forgotten story stands Princess…

MyLifeXP · Jul 15

What to Do With Lantana in July to Maximize Blooms During Summer Heat – and Attract More Butterflies to Your Yard

Lantana is prized for thriving in heat and drought while attracting butterflies and pollinators – these simple July jobs will keep it flowering until fall

Homes & Gardens · Jul 15

CM Shivakumar urges PM Modi to send central team to assess drought in Karnataka

In a letter to the PM, the CM highlighted that Karnataka's agriculture is heavily dependent on the southwest monsoon and warned of severe consequences for farmers, water availability, and food prices if immediate support is not provided.

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Will El Niño drought hit food prices in South Africa? Earlier rains and grain stocks offer hope

The likely impact of the expected El Niño on South Africa’s agriculture and food prices in 2027 is a major point of discussion among analysts and economists in the country.

The Conversation · Jul 14

Nobody Saw Jordan Spieth's Major Drought Coming - Can A Return To Scene Of His Greatest Triumph Provide The Missing Spark?

Jordan Spieth hopes a return to the scene of his greatest triumph at Royal Birkdale can spark a return to the form that won him three Majors, as he looks to finally end a title drought that nobody saw coming

Golf Monthly · Jul 14

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The Times of India · Jul 14

The world's loneliest tree had no other tree within 400 km across the Sahara Desert and roots over 30 metres deep to reach hidden groundwater, then one drunk truck driver knocked it down after 300 years of survival

Deep in Niger's Ténéré Desert once stood what was widely regarded as the world's loneliest tree, an umbrella thorn acacia that survived for around 300 years despite having no other tree within roughly 400 kilometres. Hidden beneath the scorching Sahara, its roots stretched more than 30 metres underground to reach…

Tom’s Guide · Jul 14

How to protect your lawn from the next heatwave: 3 drought-proofing steps pros swear by

Save your lawn from the next heatwave: 3 steps to build long-term resilience.

The Times of India · Jul 13

Global warming is already costing farmers over $20 billion a year, and the losses could climb eightfold by 2100 as heat and drought squeeze maize, wheat and soybeans

As global temperatures rise, the agriculture sector is facing dire challenges, with key crops like maize, wheat, and soybeans seeing a decline of 3.5 percent in yields. The economic ramifications are staggering, totaling around $400 billion over the past two decades. Projections indicate that under high emissions scenarios, losses could…

The Conversation · Jul 12

With an El Niño looming, Australia has new laws to stop water market manipulation

It might feel strange to talk about being able to trade water as a financial asset, in the same way as company shares or bonds. But water is big business.

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Radio France Internationale · Jul 12

In Zimbabwe, community seed banks are reviving indigenous crops

Zimbabwean farmers are reviving drought-resistant traditional crops through a community seed bank, helping them cope with worsening climate variability. The initiative, rooted in indigenous knowledge, is strengthening food security and offering a safety net against future droughts and floods.

Ideal Home · Jul 12

5 drought-tolerant roses to add to your garden for an English cottage garden that can withstand summer heatwaves

Climate-resilient planting doesn't have to mean saying goodbye to your favourite flowers

Frugal Gardening · Jul 11

Sugarbeets, Sugarcane, and Vegetable Costs: What Gardeners Can Learn From Commodity Stress

A bag of sugar at the grocery store or a basket of vegetables at the market might seem far removed from a backyard garden, but the same forces affect both. Sugarbeets, sugarcane, and vegetable crops all depend on healthy soil, reliable water, and favorable growing conditions. When drought and weather…

The Times of India · Jul 11

China's planted forests survived a 2022 heat wave worse at first, but then bounced back faster than natural forests in the Yangtze River Basin

China's Yangtze River Basin forests faced extreme drought and heat waves in 2022. Natural forests showed better resistance during the severe weather conditions. Planted forests, however, recovered more quickly after rainfall returned. This highlights distinct forms of climate resilience in forest types. Researchers suggest increasing planted forest diversity for better…

Ideal Home · Jul 11

This drought-tolerant flowering plant is the star of my mum's garden border every summer – it’s tall, pretty and a magnet for butterflies

It’s tall, pretty and butterfly-friendly

Radio France Internationale · Jul 11

French farmers race to adapt as repeated heatwaves hit crops and livestock

After weeks of sweltering heat and drought, farmers and analysts fear France's maize crop could be down by a third this year – making it the smallest in 35 years. Poultry farmers are also counting their losses as many as 3 million broiler chickens died within a few days in…

The Times of India · Jul 11

The real-life 'Hobbits' survived on an Indonesian island for thousands of years, until a long drought may have drove them away

For more than a million years, a small ancient human relative survived quietly on the volcanic island of Flores in Indonesia. Then, around 50,000 years ago, this tiny hominin known as Homo floresiensis, nicknamed the hobbit because of its small stature, disappeared entirely, leaving behind one of the most puzzling…

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