Australia’s taekwondo Olympics team looks to break 24-year medal drought in Paris
In short: Australia overhauled its taekwondo program after a disappointing showing at the Tokyo Olympics.Australia last won medals in the event at Sydney 2000, which…
Grant Fisher aims to help U.S. end its distance medal drought
When Grant Fisher stepped to the starting line for the 10,000-meter final at the Tokyo Olympics, he knew he had to cover a lot more…
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was under scrutiny; then CNN released a video
Good morning and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, May 19. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you need to know…
Shock, followed by warm memories of KTLA’s much-beloved Sam Rubin
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, May 12. Happy Mother’s Day. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you…
Reds end 25-year drought in Christchurch with victory over Crusaders in the Super Rugby Pacific
In short: The Reds had not beaten the Crusaders in Christchurch since 1999, but ended the drought with a 33-28 victory.It was Queensland's third win…
How Freddie Freeman worked through his early-season slump
PHOENIX — On the surface, it might not have looked like much of a slump. To star Dodgers slugger Freddie Freeman, however, his performance through much…
Ecuador declares energy emergency amid severe regional drought and El Niño | Climate News
Colombia has stopped electricity exports to Ecuador as both countries grapple with diminished hydroelectric reservoirs. A drought fuelled by the El Niño weather phenomenon has…
Greek valley that became a lake stirs drought debate | Climate News
Gracefully rising above a din of croaking frogs as the sun sets, a pelican flies over Lake Karla, one the largest inland expanses of water in…
Week in pictures: From deadly ISIL attack in Russia to drought in Vietnam
A roundup of some of the main events last week. Source link
Tenerife introduces tough new restrictions as Spain declares drought emergency
Tenerife is imposing some tough restrictions that British holidaymakers should be aware of as Spain declares a drought emergency - and more hotspots could follow…
Zambia declares national disaster after drought devastates agriculture | Climate Crisis News
Drought crisis brought on by El Nino and climate change will affect more than a million households, President Hakainde Hichilema says. Zambia has declared the…
Dodger Stadium gondola project claims early-season victory
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, Feb. 25. I’m Andrew J. Campa, your host. Here’s what you need to know…
Will Pucovski ends century drought in Sheffield Shield comeback for Victoria against NSW
In short: Victoria batter Will Pucovski scored his first Sheffield Shield century since 2020.Pucovski returned to the Victoria XI after recovering from an 11th concussion…
Worst drought recorded hits Spain’s Catalonia, sparking fears and ingenuity | Environment News
Barcelona, Spain – The Magic Fountain is a popular tourist attraction where coloured jets of water shot up in the air as classical or pop…
Global warming drove record Amazon rainforest drought, study finds | Climate Crisis News
New report says climate change responsible for draining rivers, wreaking havoc on biodiversity and communities. Climate change, and not El Nino, was the primary driver…
Brits going to Barcelona warned to shower less as city grapples with record drought
Residents in Barcelona have been told to limit daily water consumption to 200 litres per person, with emergency restrictions expected before the end of the…
UCLA scoring drought crushes Bruins during home loss to Stanford
Mick Cronin acknowledged the obvious earlier this week. Given UCLA’s severe offensive limitations, the Bruins would have to win with defense and toughness. But even…
Heat and fire, rains and drought: How 2023 broke climate records | News
The year 2023 has been the hottest on record, according to scientists. According to observers, sizzling heatwaves, devastating floods, and storms have all contributed to…
Heartbreak in Zimbabwe park: Elephants’ desperate hunt for water | Climate Crisis
Storm clouds are finally gathering over Zimbabwe’s biggest animal reserve, but it has come too late for more than 110 elephants that have died in…
Natural disasters that plagued the world in 2023 | Climate Crisis
Natural calamities and harsh weather dominated news headlines in 2023. Seismic tremors, massive floods, raging wildfires, unrelenting droughts, landslides, cyclones and storms hit around the…