Sanaa Government approves urgent matrix to address Bayda water crisis; $350,000 agreement signed

No water restrictions for Point Roberts, despite receiving water from Canada

The contract between the Greater Vancouver Water District and Point Roberts Water District provides the community with 700,000 imperial gallons a day for about 800,000 annually.

Wairoa flooding: Evacuations in Hawke’s Bay town as river overflows into streets, high tide nears

Wairoa flooding: Evacuations in Hawke’s Bay town as river overflows into streets, high tide nears

California’s water infrastructure gets $268.9M cash infusion

In an effort to prepare for hotter, drier weather in the coming years, state officials are planning to use 268.9 million to pay for expanded water storage across California. That money, which comes from two bonds California voters passed over the last 12 years, will allow for water service to 4.5 million homes every year, []...Click to read more

$15M for PFAS detection near NC fire stations included in proposed state budget

The proposed state budget expands North Carolina's efforts to address PFAS, including 15 million for firefighter protections, new statewide contamination studies and funding for emergency drinking water.

FG promises relief, lasting solution to Rivers gas seepage

By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Federal Government has assured residents of Bille Community in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State of immediate humanitarian assistance and a permanent solution to the gas seepage affecting the area as investigations continue to determine the source of the incident. A Federal Government delegation led by the Minister of [] The post FG promises relief, lasting solution to Rivers gas seepage appeared first on Vanguard News.

Senate VP Praises Budget’s Homeownership Incentives

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Senate Vice President Ja'Ann Major is praising what she calls one of the most forward-looking features of the Davis administration's 2026/2027 budget - expanded tax concessions aimed at making homeownership more affordable for Bahamians.

Underestimated disaster recovery costs partly to blame for Auckland rate rises - Wayne Brown

A partnership with central government to help Auckland rebuild after severe weather events in 2023, costing 2 billion, wrapped up this week.

Cala Mosca’s 2,200 Homes Depend on New Orihuela Costa Water Reservoir

Plans to build around 2,200 homes at Cala Mosca remain dependent on the construction of a new drinking-water reservoir for Orihuela Costa, with the development unable to proceed unless sufficient water resources can be guaranteed. The controversial project would transform the last major undeveloped stretch of Orihuela’s coastline, between Playa Flamenca and Punta Prima. However, [] The post Cala Mosca’s 2,200 Homes Depend on New Orihuela Costa Water Reservoir appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1 Spanish Newspaper - Spain News, Sport, Spanish Property for Sale, Business Directory, Classifieds, and Advertising.

Ocean water use warnings issued for several L.A. County beaches

Ocean water use warnings were issued for several Los Angeles County beaches for the July 4th weekend due to elevated bacterial levels. KTLA's Rachel Menitoff reports. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Newsom-Backed Deal Transfers Iconic California Beach to Indigenous-Led Nonprofit

The 136-acre property, encompassing Blues Beach and surrounding coastal bluffs, will be transferred to Kai Poma, an NGO representing 3 tribes. The post Newsom-Backed Deal Transfers Iconic California Beach to Indigenous-Led Nonprofit first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

HYPPADEC Seeks More Funding As It Commends FG’s N80bn Flood Intervention

HYPPADEC commends the Federal Government’s N80 billion flood intervention but says more funding is needed to protect vulnerable communities.

Congo-Kinshasa: Delayed Containment of Ebola Could Cost DR Congo and Uganda Billions

[ISS] Over US700 million in additional health financing is needed to rapidly contain and prevent a wider regional crisis.

June 29 flood disaster: Mahama donates to Mamobi General/37 Military Hospitals 

President John Mahama has donated relief items to the Mamobi General Hospital and the 37 Military Hospital in Accra following the June 29 flood disaster that affected the Greater Accra Region and other coastal regions.

Billionaire tax, affordable housing: See the measures on California’s November ballot

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. On Nov. 3, Californians will vote on 14 statewide ballot measures on environment, taxation, election, housing and healthcare. For months, interest groups sponsoring ballot initiatives spent heavily on ad blitzes and signature gathering to get on the ballot, but some agreed to withdraw high-profile []

Florida took on the billboard lawyers. Now, policyholders are getting $760 checks

Imagine you’re a single mother in Tampa who hasn’t been able to replace the broken water heater for months. And while the bills and expenses keep piling up, you open an envelope and find a check for 760. You’re now able to fix the water heater and even have some change left over. Who was []

Bank of England plans to ease bank capital rule

Officials say move is intended to boost lending and support financial markets in a crisis

<a href='https://news.sky.com/story/mark-kleinman-blog-see-the-latest-stories-from-sky-news-city-editor-13475361'>Thames Water creditors pledge fresh support as audit deadline looms | Mark Kleinman blog</a>

<a href='https://news.sky.com/story/mark-kleinman-blog-see-the-latest-stories-from-sky-news-city-editor-13475361'>Thames Water creditors pledge fresh support as audit deadline looms | Mark Kleinman blog</a>

Anapa residents fighting for access to the beach faced threats

Representatives of the Green Mark Environmental Center and residents of the Anapa village of Sukko are seeking access to the Sukko beach area, which has been occupied by the All-Russian Children's Center Smena. In their complaint to the prosecutor, the activists noted that they faced pressure and threats during the judicial inspection of the beach.

It’s time to act on the state’s PFAS problem

If we don’t act soon, local water districts will have to go to ever greater and costlier lengths to prevent PFAS from contaminating our drinking water.

Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel Help Relieve $550 Million in Medical Debt

Miranda Kerr and her husband, Evan Spiegel, paid it forward to help relieve thousands of people in California struggling with medical debt. “Hey everybody, Evan and Miranda here,” Spiegel, 35, said in a video shared via Instagram on Friday, June 26. “And today we are so excited because we’re announcing a partnership with Undue Medical []

Ten projects to address water scarcity on islands

The decision to include island municipalities in the water management program was signed on Wednesday by Environment and Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou at the ministry.

Hopes of a path forward for the Murray-Darling Basin

While communities around Australia's largest river system want to support both the environment and industry, debate continues over climate risks and water use.

NPP's Richard Ahiagbah details what Akufo-Addo did to tackle flooding in Ghana

Richard Ahiagba has outlineed the Akufo-Addo government’s flood mitigation efforts, citing over GH¢550m in spending and a 200 million World Bank-backed project

Brasada Capital Q2 2026 Client Letter

Brasada Capital Q2 2026 Client Letter

Officials in Montego Bay and Ocho Rios Reaffirm Public Beach Access Commitment

Officials in two of Jamaica’s premier resort towns, Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring unrestricted beach access, supported by strong management practices to provide a []

Form 4 Texas Pacific Land Corp For: 7 July

Form 4 Texas Pacific Land Corp For: 7 July

Flooding: Visit victims, affected communities – Group tells Akwa Ibom gov

The Center for Human Rights and Accountability Network, CHRAN, has called on Governor Umo Eno to personally visit communities and families who lost valuables and lives in last week’s flood incident in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The governor had earlier commiserated with the victims of the flood incident and ordered relevant agencies to commence the [] Flooding: Visit victims, affected communities – Group tells Akwa Ibom gov

AUKUS waste is a toxic topic. The Albanese government wants it kept quiet

One of the few things we know about the AUKUS deal is Australia will have to deal with the submarines' radioactive waste when they are decommissioned. Details about that plan are being kept under wraps. The post AUKUS waste is a toxic topic. The Albanese government wants it kept quiet appeared first on Crikey.

California Lawmakers Seek ‘Forever Chemicals’ Protections Despite EPA Rollbacks

State and federal legislation could help clean cancer-causing contaminants from hundreds of California water systems. One bill was diluted under industry pressure. The post California Lawmakers Seek ‘Forever Chemicals’ Protections Despite EPA Rollbacks appeared first on .

How much emergency water should you store at home?

How much emergency water should you store at home?

KZN's water crisis: Municipalities fail to provide safe water

KZN's water crisis: Municipalities fail to provide safe water

NSW budget 2026 LIVE updates: Car, motorcycle registration slashed, public transport fares frozen as Treasurer Daniel Mookhey hands down state budget

The NSW budget for 2026-27 will be delivered just after noon. Follow along for updates.

General : Langkawi Residents Welcome Long-awaited Sea Ambulance Service

LANGKAWI, June 29 (Bernama) -- The government's move to introduce a sea ambulance service, which is expected to begin operations early next year, has brought relief to Langkawi residents as it is set to improve access to emergency medical treatment, particularly for patients requiring referral to hospitals on the mainland.

2026 Operation Santa Claus applicants seek long-term change, not ‘quick fixes’

Charities applying for this year’s round of funding from Operation Santa Claus (OSC) aim to tackle the root causes of Hong Kong’s problems and create a lasting impact that goes beyond the financial support period, organisers have said. OSC, one of Hong Kong’s most prominent annual charity fundraising campaigns, received 102 funding applications by its June 10 deadline. Senior manager Rachel Chow Chiu-yan, who leads the effort jointly organised by the South China Morning Post and public...

FEMA Finally Pays Up: Florida Lands $1.8 Billion In Trapped Disaster Cash

Local and state governments across Florida are finally getting a massive financial weight lifted off their shoulders. U.S. Representative Greg Steube and Senator Ashley Moody met in Punta Gorda today to announce that 1.8 billion in long-delayed federal disaster relief funds is finally flowing back into the state. Out of that total, about 64 million [] FEMA Finally Pays Up: Florida Lands 1.8 Billion In Trapped Disaster Cash

Australia withholds climate fund reports over risk of diplomatic ‘damage’

Australia is the largest contributor to the Tuvalu Trust Fund, which has been invested on Tuvalu's behalf in funds exposed to coal mining, gas exploration and a crude oil refinery.