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Brits get soaked again! Check how much YOUR water bill is going up by after watchdog signs off massive hikes... with some places facing 53% rise PLUS inflation
4 days, 7 hours ago

Brits get soaked again! Check how much YOUR water bill is going up by after watchdog signs off massive hikes... with some places facing 53% rise PLUS inflation

Daily Mail  

Water bosses were today given the green light for huge bill hikes averaging 36 per cent over the next five years. Southern Water customers are being hit hardest with bills going up 53 per cent over the period - and inflation projected to add another 10 per cent. The water firms provide supplies to England and Wales The proposed bill …

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In Nigeria’s crude capital, a plan to win the war against oil theft
4 days, 14 hours ago

In Nigeria’s crude capital, a plan to win the war against oil theft

Al Jazeera  

Through improved security measures, including gunboats, authorities in Rivers State hope to stop criminals and improve production. Sometimes, those involved are given security cover by their sponsors.” For years, incidents like this one have become common in Rivers State, which prides itself as Nigeria’s oil capital. “We are doing our best to discourage any form of economic sabotage,” Fubara told …

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Government breached law by allowing water firms to discharge sewage, watchdog finds
5 days, 23 hours ago

Government breached law by allowing water firms to discharge sewage, watchdog finds

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Summary The Office for Environmental Protection ruled that the UK government and regulatory bodies …

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Kumaon Mountains welcome migratory birds
1 week, 1 day ago

Kumaon Mountains welcome migratory birds

New Indian Express  

DEHRADUN : A large congregation of migratory birds has been spotted in the marshy and clear water areas of the lush Terai region of Kumaon in Uttarakhand, much to the delight of avid bird watchers. Himanshu Bagri, the Divisional forest officer of Eastern Terai, told TNIE, “Every year during the winter, these migratory birds travel approximately 6,000 to 10,000 kilometres …

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‘Betrayed by state’: Activists to start campaign from Jan 1
1 week, 2 days ago

‘Betrayed by state’: Activists to start campaign from Jan 1

Hindustan Times  

The Kale Pani Da Morcha has accused the Punjab government of betraying the people of Punjab by failing to take action against industries polluting the state’s rivers, particularly the Sutlej river. Activists allege that effluent treatment plants discharge approximately 105 million litres of toxic water into the Sutlej River via the Buddha Nullah. The activists, including leaders Jaskirat Singh, Amitoj …

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Rivers scores 25, James has 21 and No. 22 NC State women slip past Davidson 59-57
1 week, 4 days ago

Rivers scores 25, James has 21 and No. 22 NC State women slip past Davidson 59-57

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 22 NC State rallied in the fourth quarter to edge upset-minded Davidson 59-57 on Wednesday night. The last tie was 52-all before Rivers scored the next six points for a 58-52 NC State lead. Rivers scored six points on 3-for-4 shooting and was the only …

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Eliminate PDS Rice Mafia, CM Naidu Tells Collectors
1 week, 4 days ago

Eliminate PDS Rice Mafia, CM Naidu Tells Collectors

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has strongly come out against ration rice smuggling and instructed officials to initiate effective steps to check movement of smuggled rice from within and outside the state. Speaking at the collectors' conference on Wednesday, the chief minister said PD Act should be invoked against PDS rice smuggling. PDS rice mafia should be eliminated.” Naidu …

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The Kumbh Mela, beyond rituals: The eternal flow of faith, transformation, and environmental stewardship
2 weeks ago

The Kumbh Mela, beyond rituals: The eternal flow of faith, transformation, and environmental stewardship

Hindustan Times  

The icy touch of Ma Ganga’s waters at Haridwar washed over me, not just cleansing my body but lightening the weight on my soul. The Kumbh Mela, beyond rituals On the banks of the sacred river, a Sadhu shared the story of the Kumbh Mela’s origins. These drops turned these places into sacred realms where the Kumbh Mela is held …

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Study says living near water may be the secret to a happy life as it reduces mental decline
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Study says living near water may be the secret to a happy life as it reduces mental decline

Hindustan Times  

You know that being in nature is good for your mental health, and it’s one of the best and most accessible ways to boost your mood. However, new research shows that if you live near a body of water, you not only inherently feel calmer and more at ease, it could be the secret to a healthy life in old …

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Bucks veteran forward Khris Middleton slowly recovering from offseason surgery on both ankles
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Bucks veteran forward Khris Middleton slowly recovering from offseason surgery on both ankles

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Khris Middleton took part in practice with the Milwaukee Bucks early Wednesday as the veteran forward continued his recovery from offseason surgery on both ankles. Bucks coach Doc Rivers said he can understand if Middleton is frustrated as his missed his 21st straight game, this time against the Atlanta Hawks. “Anybody who wants to play, and Khris is …

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Ludhiana: Nod sought for protest against dyeing units’ CETP outlets
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Ludhiana: Nod sought for protest against dyeing units’ CETP outlets

Hindustan Times  

Members of the Kale Pani Da Morcha have written to the deputy commissioner and police commissioner of Ludhiana, seeking permission for a peaceful protest aimed at shutting down the “illegal” outlets of the common effluent treatment plants on Tajpur Road. The protest stems from orders issued by the Central Pollution Control Board on August 12 mandating closure of three CETP …

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Kerala rains: Heavy rainfall prompts ban on Sabarimala pilgrim activities in rivers and forest routes
3 weeks ago

Kerala rains: Heavy rainfall prompts ban on Sabarimala pilgrim activities in rivers and forest routes

The Hindu  

In light of the heavy rainfall in Pathanamthitta and Idukki districts of Kerala, authorities have issued orders prohibiting Sabarimala pilgrims from entering rivers or using bathing ghats and have imposed a ban on pilgrim travel through the forest route via Sathram to the hill temple. The ban on pilgrims venturing into rivers and ghats in Pathanamthitta district will remain in …

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Bee-killing pesticides have been found in the majority of rivers tested in England, figures reveal
3 weeks ago

Bee-killing pesticides have been found in the majority of rivers tested in England, figures reveal

Daily Mail  

Bee-killing pesticides have been found in 85 per cent of rivers tested in England, analysis of government figures has revealed. As many as 85 per cent of rivers tested in England have been found to contain bee-killing pesticides The largest numbers were found at single sites on the River Waveney and River Wensum The largest numbers were found at single …

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Bucks hold Antetokounmpo out of NBA Cup game at Miami with swelling in left knee
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Bucks hold Antetokounmpo out of NBA Cup game at Miami with swelling in left knee

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Giannis Antetokounmpo, the league’s leading scorer this season, was unexpectedly held out of the Milwaukee Bucks’ NBA Cup game at the Miami Heat on Tuesday night with swelling in his left knee. “I never know,” Bucks coach Doc Rivers said, about 90 minutes before game time and moments after the team said there was an issue with the …

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Revealed: The UK's FILTHIEST rivers and lakes that are teeming with life-threatening bacteria - how safe is your swim spot?
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Revealed: The UK's FILTHIEST rivers and lakes that are teeming with life-threatening bacteria - how safe is your swim spot?

Daily Mail  

It's the trendy health kick making a splash in the UK. Almost one in ten wild swimming spots in England contain potentially life-threatening parasites, concerning data revealed today Your browser does not support iframes. The data also revealed a disparity in water quality between coastal bathing waters, where 95 per cent met the minimum standards, and inland waters such as …

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Netherlands' landfills for sludge rapidly filling up
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Netherlands' landfills for sludge rapidly filling up

NL Times  

The PFAS pollution in Dutch ports and rivers is so great that landfills for contaminated sludge are filling up much faster than expected, according to research by Trouw. Rijkswaterstaat warned that building new underwater landfills could easily take ten years. Since then, twice as much sludge has been entering the two Rijkswaterstaat landfills in the Ketelmeer on the Maasvlakte and …

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Crisis looms over Uttarakhand's rivers amid climate change and human intervention
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Crisis looms over Uttarakhand's rivers amid climate change and human intervention

New Indian Express  

According to information obtained by this newspaper, data from the Water Resources Department reveals that there are 288 water sources in the state with less than 50% of their original water levels remaining. Experts warn that if immediate measures are not taken, these vital water sources could cease to exist. "This is just one example; similar crises are emerging across …

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Yangtze-Rhine-Danube regional dialogue bolsters China-Europe ties
4 weeks ago

Yangtze-Rhine-Danube regional dialogue bolsters China-Europe ties

China Daily  

Scholars and officials from China and Europe gathered on Nov 21 for the Yangtze-Rhine-Danube Regional Dialogue, aiming to further regional cooperation and friendship between China and Europe through discussions on protecting and developing the three great rivers and their basins. During the dialogue under the theme "Basins and Deltas: Communications and Collaborations," participants from China, Germany, the Netherlands, Romania, Austria, …

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10 lesser-known facts about Maha Kumbh that are surprising
4 weeks ago

10 lesser-known facts about Maha Kumbh that are surprising

India Today  

The Kumbh Mela is a grand Hindu festival celebrated every three years, rotating among four sacred locations in India: Haridwar, Prayagraj, Ujjain, and Nashik. Here are 10 surprising facts about the Kumbh Mela you may not know: The dates of the Kumbh Mela are determined by the positions of Jupiter, the Sun, and the Moon in the zodiac, believed to …

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A 200km kayak along one of Europe's last wild rivers
4 weeks ago

A 200km kayak along one of Europe's last wild rivers

BBC  

A 200km kayak along one of Europe's last wild rivers Alamy One of Europe's last wild rivers, the Vjosa winds some 272km from Greece's Pindus Mountains to Albania's Adriatic coast, coursing through narrow gorges and expansive valleys, its blue-green waters slipping past Illyrian ruins, timeworn villages and stark mountainous landscapes. In a historic move, in March 2023, the Vjosa was …

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Will India's Initiative Turn Out To Be A Significant Breakthrough In Reorienting The Indus Water Treaty?
1 month ago

Will India's Initiative Turn Out To Be A Significant Breakthrough In Reorienting The Indus Water Treaty?

Live Law  

The Indus Waters Treaty is one of the "most successful" transboundary water agreements in the world, which was borne out in the late 1950s, as a result of the extensive discussions between India, Pakistan, and the World Bank. On August 30, 2024, India served a formal notice requesting for the revision of the IWT in accordance with provisions of Article …

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Atmospheric rivers aren't new. Why does it feel like we're hearing about them more?
1 month ago

Atmospheric rivers aren't new. Why does it feel like we're hearing about them more?

NPR  

Atmospheric rivers aren't new. Researchers like Ralph have helped discover how important atmospheric rivers are, both for California but also for storms around the country and world. "Because a warmer atmosphere holds more water vapor and water vapor is the fuel in atmospheric rivers, ARs can carry more water vapor," Ralph says. "In both cases, it's a story about atmospheric …

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Doc Rivers gets emotional when talking about childhood hero Bob Love
1 month ago

Doc Rivers gets emotional when talking about childhood hero Bob Love

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Doc Rivers got emotional Wednesday when speaking about Bob Love, the former Chicago Bulls star forward and three-time All-Star who died Monday at the age of 81 after a long battle with cancer. “He was a big guy in my life,” Rivers said before the Bucks game against the Bulls in Milwaukee on Wednesday night, his voice breaking. …

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“Once in a decade” bomb cyclone hits the Pacific Northwest, leaving at least one dead
1 month ago

“Once in a decade” bomb cyclone hits the Pacific Northwest, leaving at least one dead

Salon  

A “once in a decade” bomb cyclone pummeled the Pacific Northwest on early Wednesday, with southern Canada and Washington, Oregon and California experiencing wind speeds as high as 101 mph, torrential rain and heavy mountain snow. The so-called “bomb cyclone” is a previously-rare superstorm that often occurs during winter after a rapid deepening in low pressure within a specific area. …

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