Europe Is Struggling with A Precarious Water Situation Ahead of Another Drought Riven Summer
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Four-minute showers - a parched Bogota rations water
The reservoir that provides around 70% of water in Colombia's capital is at less than 17% capacity.BBC News - Top stories -
EasyJet targets another bumper summer of record profits
Low-cost airline confident about delivering strong performance as Middle East conflict fails to dent demandFinancial Times - Business -
Bang & Olufsen to Adjust Investments as Europe, China Markets Struggle
Bang & Olufsen will continue to target a larger share of higher margin revenue but it will adjust the timing and size of investments amid challenging market conditions, including in key markets in Europe and China.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Bang & Olufsen to Adjust Investments as Europe, China Markets Struggle
Bang & Olufsen will continue to target a larger share of higher margin revenue but it will adjust the timing and size of investments amid challenging market conditions, including in key markets in Europe and China.The Wall Street Journal - Business - China -
Colombia drought: Four-minute showers - a parched Bogota rations water
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Colombians told to shower with a partner as drought hits capital water supplies
Bogotá brings in water rationing with El Niño weather phenomenon meaning city could run out in under two months. Couples in Bogotá are being asked to shower together as water supplies are rationed in the Colombian capital.. Major neighbourhoods ...The Guardian - World -
‘Water is more valuable than oil’: the corporation cashing in on America’s drought
In an unprecedented deal, a private company purchased land in a tiny Arizona town – and sold its water rights to a suburb 200 miles away. Local residents fear the agreement has ‘opened Pandora’s box’. . One of the biggest battles over Colorado ...The Guardian - World -
Spanish drought pits tourists against locals in contest for water
Threat of another dry summer increases struggles over swimming pools and scarce resourcesFinancial Times - Business -
Another Red-Blue Divide: Money to Feed Kids in the Summer
Congress passed bipartisan legislation to provide families that rely on subsidized school meals with help buying food over the summer. Nearly half of Republican-led states have yet to sign on.The New York Times - Top stories -
Summers: Another Trump term would bring 'inflationary spiral,' big deficits
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers warned Wednesday that a second Trump administration could destroy the U.S. economy, predicting an “inflationary spiral.” “I don't think it would just be massive deregulation,” Summers said at a Semafor event ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Another record for New Jersey internet gambling revenue as in-person winnings struggle
New Jersey’s high-flying internet gambling market continues to smash recordsABC News - Sports -
Nasdaq, S&P 500 Climb After PPI Data Lands
U.S. stocks climbed after wholesale price data came in slightly lower than expected.The Wall Street Journal - World -
As Thailand revels in Songkran water fights, tourist hub Samui suffers through drought
The resort island is facing days without running water, even as the country celebrates new year with water fights. Across Thailand, people are getting ready to take to the streets for a giant water fight to mark the new year. Roads will be lined ...The Guardian - World -
Belgian police shut down a far-right conference as it rallies ahead of Europe's June elections
Belgian police have shut down a gathering of far-right politicians and supporters, citing concerns about public orderABC News - World -
Ukraine's battlefield situation worsening 'significantly'
Ukraine's military chief warns of worsening battlefield situation in the east.ABC News - World - Ukraine -
Robyn Miller reunites with brother Rand for Cyan Worlds’ Riven remake
Cyan Worlds announced that Robyn Miller has formally joined the effort at Cyan Worlds to do a ground-up remake of Riven: The Sequel to Myst.VentureBeat - Tech -
Tom Brady teases another NFL comeback: 10 teams to watch ahead of 2024 season
A look at logical (and more far-fetched) suitorsCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Dangerous tornado and flooding situation unfolding in South
Severe storms, including flooding and possible tornadoes, are sweeping across the Gulf Coast states on Wednesday.CNN - Top stories -
Practice patience with struggling stars
Tristan H. Cockcroft discusses why fantasy managers need to be patient with slow starters like Ronald Acuna Jr. and Julio Rodriguez.ESPN - Sports -
Many Russian opposition groups in exile are riven by infighting over how best to weaken Vladimir Putin.
Many Russian opposition groups in exile are riven by infighting over how best to weaken Vladimir Putin.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
Bergerac reboot to begin filming in Jersey this summer
The "modern re-imagining" of the Jersey based show will be released in 2025, UKTV says.BBC News - Top stories -
France well prepared for 2024 Games despite tense security situation
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'Made for Advertising' Websites Are the Marketing Industry's Latest Messy Situation
Industry leaders want brands to shun ‘MFA’ websites. Others think more nuance is needed.The Wall Street Journal - World -
EU leaders call for calm as Israel-Iran situation threatens to spiral
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In defence of Europe’s tankmakers
Thanks to the turbulent geopolitical environment, weapons manufacturers are having a momentFinancial Times - World -
China Struggles to Kick Deflationary Concerns
A manufacturing-led recovery has sparked trade frictions abroad, but weak price growth shows consumption lags behind at home.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Stylish graffiti platformer RKGK coming to PC this summer
Unveiled today during The Triple-I initiative showcase, RKGK is an anime-inspired 3D platformer that’s coming to PC via Steam later this summer.VentureBeat - Tech -
New York Philharmonic to tour China this summer
The New York Philharmonic will give five concerts in China this summer in what it says will be first visit to the mainland by a U.S. orchestra since 2019ABC News - Entertainment - New York -
Erskine, last of Dodgers' 'Boys of Summer,' dies
Carl Erskine, who made the move from Brooklyn to Los Angeles with the Dodgers, died Tuesday at his home in Anderson, Indiana. He was 97.ESPN - Sports -
Helpful Transgender Lessons From Europe
The Cass Review shows wisdom and humility on treatment of young people, in contrast to the ideological conformity in U.S. medical associations.The Wall Street Journal - World -
AP Week in Pictures: Africa and Europe
April 5-11, 2024 Northern lights dance in the sky over the eruption of a volcano in Iceland, Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr, and Anouk Garnier breaks a record climbing a rope under the Eiffel Tower. This gallery highlights some of the most ...ABC News - World -
The great stink of Thames Water
Separating punishment for past sins from future investment should be the priorityFinancial Times - Business -
The cautionary tale of Thames Water
England’s experiment with privatising natural monopolies has misfiredFinancial Times - Business -
Over 7 million struggling with bills, survey finds
Many feel “heavily burdened” by their finances but the picture has improved from 2023, a survey finds.BBC News - Top stories -
Ericsson Mobile Network Weakness to Continue Through 2024
Ericsson expects the mobile-network market to continue falling at least through the end of this year, as customer spending remains cautious and investments in India slow further.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Gain in Rebound Off Lows
U.S. natural gas futures staged a late-session rebound after testing a new May contract low at $1.649/mmBtu.The Wall Street Journal - World -
European banks will struggle to get much ‘strategic’ love
Banking federation is calling for a more consistent set of rules across the EUFinancial Times - World - Europe -
Ukraine’s air defence struggle highlights risks to Israel
Full-scale conflict has depleted Ukrainian defences, and Israel could face a similar plight despite successful interceptionsFinancial Times - Business - Ukraine -
Derrick Henry says 'Baltimore was always my No. 1 option' despite calling Cowboys a 'perfect situation'
Henry said the Ravens were more of a match based on his style of playCBS Sports - Sports -
'Lose-lose situation': New Swiss bank laws could derail UBS' challenge to Wall Street giants
Switzerland's new banking regulations create a "lose-lose situation" for UBS and may limit its potential to challenge Wall Street, says Beat Wittmann of Porta Advisors.CNBC - Business