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Arizona Town Sinking Due to Groundwater Over-Pumping

The rural town of Wenden, Arizona, is literally sinking due to rampant groundwater over-pumping for agriculture, causing widespread land fissures and infrastructure damage, a stark warning for the drought-stricken American West.

Vast Undersea Freshwater Reservoir Discovered Off UK Coast

Scientists have mapped a colossal, previously hidden freshwater aquifer nestled deep beneath the seafloor off the British coast, a discovery that could revolutionise the nation's approach to drought resilience and drinking water supplies.

UK's Winter Drought Warning Amid Flooding

The Met Office issues a stark warning: the UK faces a potential winter drought despite recent heavy rainfall, creating a complex water security challenge.

Trump Claims US Planned Venezuela Invasion During His Term

Ex-President Donald Trump has made explosive claims that the US was preparing to invade Venezuela during his term, revealing alleged plans that were never executed. The revelation came during a campaign speech, raising eyebrows in international diplomatic

Drought reveals submerged 19th-century bridge in Yorkshire

A historic 19th-century bridge, normally submerged, has been fully exposed at Broomhead Reservoir in South Yorkshire as water levels plummet due to prolonged drought conditions, revealing a piece of forgotten industrial heritage.

UK's Record Wildfire Crisis: 40% Surge in 2024

Exclusive data reveals the UK is on track for its worst wildfire year on record, with a 40% surge in incidents. Experts blame climate change, dry winters, and warn of a 'new normal' for British summers.

Rio Grande River Runs Dry in New Mexico Crisis

The mighty Rio Grande, a vital water source for millions and a natural border, has run dry in parts of New Mexico, sparking a major environmental and political crisis in the American Southwest.

Fury over plan to siphon water from drought-hit River Wharfe

Yorkshire Water faces a fierce backlash from residents and environmentalists over its emergency proposal to extract millions of litres from the already depleted River Wharfe, a move branded an 'ecological disaster' for the region.

UK's Peak District Lake Turns Shocking Pink

Walkers in the Peak District were left astounded after discovering a lake turned a vivid, shocking pink. The bizarre phenomenon has a surprising and perfectly natural explanation.

UK Harvest Near Record Low After Severe Drought

Exclusive analysis reveals the UK's 2024 harvest is on course for a near-record low due to severe drought. Wheat, barley, and oat yields are collapsing, sparking fears of higher food prices and greater import reliance.

Mexico City 'Day Zero' Water Crisis Looms as Reservoirs Empty

Mexico City, one of the world's most populous megacities, faces an unprecedented water crisis as critical reservoirs drop to historic lows. Authorities are implementing drastic restrictions as experts warn of an imminent 'Day Zero' where taps could run dr

England's Water Crisis: The Leaking Truth

Exclusive analysis reveals how decades of underinvestment, rampant leaks, and failed regulation have pushed England's water system to the brink of collapse. Discover the radical solutions needed to avert a national disaster.

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