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Climate-driven impacts on water in US West will raise the cost of grid decarbonization: Study

The western U.S.'s plans to decarbonize electricity grids by 2050 may be much more expensive than anticipated, as such targets fail to account for the effects of climate change on water resources, ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

The Hippopotamus Is Social in Water, Solitary on Land

World - Yahoo News - November 4

'Drug pollution in water poses risk to my health'

Jo Broughton says she stopped swimming in her local brook over "pharmaceutical pollution" concerns.

Best 5 Soda Makers for Sparkling Water (2024)

These are the best bubblers we've found for fresh carbonation at a moment's notice.

Tech - Wired - November 2

Protesters call on government to tackle water pollution

Protesters from across the UK marched through London to call on the government to tackle water pollution.

Explained: what is fluoride, is it safe, and why does RFK Jr want Trump to remove it from drinking water?

Robert F Kennedy Jr, a potentially influential figure if Trump wins the US election, has called fluoride an ‘industrial waste’. Donald Trump would push to remove fluoride from drinking water on ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Warning millions will struggle to pay water bill rises

A proposed average rise of 21% over five years will cause 'intolerable strain', a consumer group warns.

Welsh Water dumped sewage in conservation area

The equivalent to 17 tankers a day was going into a special conservation area, campaigners say.

Water watchdog boss claimed £170 Mulberry wallet on expenses

Alan Sutherland stood down last year after a report revealed lavish spending at the Water Industry Commission for Scotland.

How Thames Water became a battleground for hedge funds

Rival groups of bondholders are vying to extend loans to the troubled UK utility

Business - Financial Times - November 10

I lost my six year old son when flash floods inundated Nova Scotia - This is climate breakdown

Before the floods, I was always with my boys. Always. This is Tera’s story. Location Martock, Canada. Disaster Nova Scotia floods, 2023. Tera works with people who have physical and mental ...

World - The Guardian - November 11

Thames Water wins bondholder approval for £3bn emergency loan

Three-quarters of top ranking lenders approve expensive plan to avert cash crunch

Business - Financial Times - November 13

Should America rethink the use of Fluoride in drinking water?

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called for water systems in the U.S. to remove fluoride, sparking controversy over the risks and benefits of fluoride in drinking water, as new research shows that ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

Record numbers seek help with water bills

Some 1.6 million households were on social tariffs last year but support varies depending on where you live.

NYC Drought: How to Conserve Water and Prevent Wildfires

Now that New York City and surrounding counties are under a drought warning, officials are asking residents to save water and help prevent more wildfires.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 20

US towns plunge into debates about fluoride in water

Fights are cropping up nationwide over fluoride in drinking water

Health - ABC News - 5 days ago

Phillips 66 Is Accused of Violating the Clean Water Act

The oil company was indicted on charges of dumping nearly 800,000 gallons of contaminated wastewater into the Los Angeles County sewer system.

Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago

SpaceX Starship Launch Ends With a Dramatic Water Landing

President-elect Donald J. Trump joined Elon Musk, as his company’s prototype moon and Mars rocket carried out a sixth test flight that showed a mix of progress and setbacks.

Science - The New York Times - November 20

How to Cut AI's Appetite for Electricity and Water

Artificial intelligence doesn’t have to be such a power guzzler. Here’s how to make it less hungry.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 5 days ago

Uranus and Neptune May Conceal Vast Oceans of Water

A scientist simulated the contents of the ice giant worlds, and found that a fluid layer may explain each planet’s strange magnetic field.

Science - The New York Times - Yesterday

Emergency crews tackle flood waters in rescue operations

More than 100 flood warnings are in places across the country, with homes, businesses and roads being impacted.

A look at crypto's impact on the 2024 election

A new bloc of voters is emerging and they could sway the 2024 race. With one in five Americans owning cryptocurrency, this group's preferences could have an impact in battleground states. ...

Economic impact of growing gig economy

Winner of the FT Schools/Discover Economics Young Economist of the Year award

Business - Financial Times - November 10

How climate change impacts the economy

2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 ...

Examining the impact of the Latino vote in the 2024 election

With 62% of Latino voters backing Kamala Harris, the latest CBS News poll shows strong support among this group. But recent comments from Trump could shift the numbers. Lilia Luciano reports from ...

How the US election could impact the Middle East

Harris or Trump? The BBC's Lucy Williamson in Jerusalem assesses who Israelis and Palestinians want to win.

How will filing for bankruptcy impact my credit score?

Bankruptcy can help you wipe the financial slate clean — but it can also do some serious damage to your credit.

The widening Mideast conflict's impact on innocent civilians

Iran's supreme leader threatened Israel and the U.S. with a "crushing response" after recent Israeli military attacks on Iran and its allies. Debora Patta reports on the innocent civilians ...

How the gender gap could impact the presidential race

The gender gap could define the presidential election with close races in seven battleground states. One organization of Republican women shows how they're making an impact for Vice President ...

Study to shed light on impact of headlight glare

A specialist car will have instruments installed to measure light levels from oncoming headlights.

Pollster warns of impact of Trump victory on Supreme Court

Republican pollster Frank Luntz warned of the impact former President Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election would have on the U.S. Supreme Court. “The Supreme Court, with the Senate ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

HRT should be first-line menopause treatment, NICE says

Information on the menopause drugs' benefits and risks have been included in updated guidance.

Record drought in Amazon impacts 420,000 children: UNICEF

World - Yahoo News - November 7

What impact could Trump's return have on sport?

How does Donald Trump's return to the White House impact the sporting landscape? BBC Sport examines some of his policies.

Coronato Making Massive Impact Since Return to Flames

Calgary Flames sophomore Matt Coronato has been a clutch scoring machine and a big reason the team is earning points

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 10

Yale introduces class on Beyoncé's political and cultural impact

Yale University is getting in formation with a course dedicated to studying Beyoncé.

Yale class to examine Beyoncé's political, cultural impact

Yale University is offering a full course dedicated to Beyoncé and her impact on politics and culture, following a trend among schools that are carving out credits to study specific pop stars. The ...

Politics - The Hill - November 12

Catapult Sees No Tariff Impact Following Manufacturing Move

The company recently completed the relocation of its manufacturing operations from China to Thailand.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 14

How inflation is impacting Americans' social lives

Inflation affects all areas of American life from grocery shopping to choosing where to live. A survey found that 37% of Americans are even neglecting their social lives due to high prices. ...

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