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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The pivotal role of the plastics industry in preserving water resources

The Greek Plastics Industry Association emphasizes the crucial contributions of plastics in reducing drinking water losses and providing safe water access during World Water Day.

Mar 23 • 08:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Aldea del Fresno prohibits drinking tap water due to high manganese levels

The municipality of Aldea del Fresno has declared tap water unsafe for human consumption due to elevated manganese levels, requiring residents to rely on public water deposit installations for drinking and cooking.

Mar 22 • 23:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Water: the public good that is not taken for granted by all

The article discusses the global water crisis, highlighting that 2.2 billion people lack access to safe drinking water and emphasizing the importance of safeguarding this public resource.

Mar 22 • 05:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Water fountains that are not properly sanitized can contaminate water, study shows

A study reveals that water from public drinking fountains may have higher microbial contamination levels than tap water, due to inadequate maintenance and sanitation.

Mar 22 • 01:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Spring Flooding in Latvia – What Happens to Drinking Water and Soil Afterwards?

The article discusses the effects of spring flooding in Latvia on drinking water quality and soil health.

Mar 21 • 16:59 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Acea Celebrates Water: A Daily Marathon Between Sustainability and Innovation

Acea, Italy's leading water operator, distributes 1.64 billion liters of drinking water daily while promoting sustainability and innovation through initiatives like the ACEA Run Rome Marathon.

Mar 21 • 11:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The fertilization season begins: environmentalists warn about raids

Environmental authorities in Lithuania are alerting that improper handling of manure and slurry can lead to pollution and health hazards, particularly concerning drinking water.

Mar 21 • 06:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The war in the Middle East threatens drinking water in the Gulf Arab countries

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East poses a significant threat to the drinking water supply of Gulf Arab countries, highlighted by recent attacks on desalination plants.

Mar 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Climate change and population growth slow universal access to water

Climate change and population growth are hindering universal access to water, with over 2 billion people lacking access to safe drinking water and sanitation.

Mar 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The family that drinks water from a contaminated lagoon to survive: "It has a very fierce taste"

The Mercado family in Chaco, Argentina, survives by drinking contaminated lagoon water due to a lack of clean water access.

Mar 21 • 03:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Candidates from EL and ALT: Danish democracy is a failure when laws are written at Axelborg

Candidates from the Danish political parties EL and ALT criticize the current state of democracy in Denmark, claiming it has been compromised by agricultural interests affecting drinking water quality.

Mar 20 • 00:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The Venstre Mayor Didn't Realize He Was Spraying Pesticides Over Vulnerable Drinking Water Areas... Until Politiken Called

A mayor from the Venstre party in Hjørring was unaware he was spraying pesticides in sensitive drinking water areas until contacted by Politiken.

Mar 19 • 20:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

An Estonian Woman's Vital Habit: 'Days Went By Without Me Thinking About It'

An Estonian woman shares her realization about the importance of drinking water after neglecting it for days.

Mar 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Troels Lund Poulsen has sprayed area with high risk for drinking water contamination

Troels Lund Poulsen faces criticism for using pesticides in a sensitive area while advocating for clean drinking water.

Mar 18 • 20:01 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The drinking water in Visby is at risk of running out

Visby faces a severe drinking water shortage, with warnings that several areas could become waterless within three days unless consumption is drastically reduced.

Mar 18 • 13:57 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Drinking water in Gotland could run out in three days

Residents in Gotland are warned that drinking water supplies may be depleted in three days due to leaks and necessary cleaning of reservoirs.

Mar 18 • 13:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fishermen report lack of drinking water for consumption in communities in the Pantanal of MT

Fishermen in the Pantanal region of Mato Grosso, Brazil, have long faced difficulties accessing potable water for consumption, according to a local community representative.

Mar 18 • 01:39 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Heunicke reported on internal drinking water battle with Venstre. Now SF says he was hard to dance with himself

Environmental Minister Magnus Heunicke criticizes the Venstre party for obstructing better protection of drinking water, but SF points out that Heunicke's own party has also been slow in environmental matters.

Mar 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Many take it on an empty stomach, but does apple cider vinegar really work?

The article discusses the health benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar mixed with hot water on an empty stomach, highlighting its natural remedy status and nutritional content.

Mar 16 • 17:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

48 hours of work manage to progressively restore drinking water service in Cuenca

After severe flooding caused by the Yanuncay River, the water service in Cuenca is being progressively restored following two days of repair work.

Mar 16 • 17:16 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Conservatives are confused about Vanopslagh's drinking water message

Liberal Alliance's leader Alex Vanopslagh has shifted focus from tax reductions to environmental policies, causing confusion among conservatives.

Mar 16 • 10:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Strange Water Trend Spreads – This Is What It Is About

The trend of drinking hot water has become popular online, with individuals promoting it as a wellness practice.

Mar 15 • 18:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

PFAS: how 'eternal chemicals' are affecting your health and how to avoid them

The article discusses the health risks posed by PFAS, a group of over 4,700 chemical compounds, and recent European regulations limiting their presence in drinking water.

Mar 15 • 16:23 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A nutritionist stated that drinking a glass of water before going to bed is contraindicated

Nutritionist Ana Chezzi advises against drinking water before bed as it can interfere with digestive enzymes and sleep quality.

Mar 14 • 12:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video: drone locates 93-year-old man missing for days in the woods after falling from a 15-meter cliff in PA

A 93-year-old man was found after being missing for nearly six days in the woods of Novo Progresso, Brazil, having survived by drinking rainwater and river water.

Mar 14 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Who the Region Blames for the Damage to the Undersea Water Supply Pipeline of Aegina

Authorities in Attica Region attribute the recent damages to the undersea water supply pipeline of Aegina to the Municipality and the Decentralized Administration, following complaints from residents about unsuitable drinking water.

Mar 13 • 16:18 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Experts warn road salt piles could harm waterways, drinking water

Experts are warning that melting road salt piles could significantly harm Ontario's waterways and drinking water as they release concentrated salt solutions into the environment.

Mar 13 • 13:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

War in Iran affects water and air quality, say experts

UN experts warn of immediate impacts on drinking water, air quality, and food due to the environmental damage caused by the ongoing war in Iran.

Mar 12 • 21:23 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Lack of access to WA mine sites sparks concerns over drinking water

Access issues to Alcoa's mine sites are raising alarm over the safety of drinking water in Western Australia.

Mar 12 • 21:11 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Lack of access to WA mine sites sparks concerns over drinking water

The Water Corporation is raising concerns about difficulties in monitoring drinking water quality due to lack of access to Alcoa's mining sites in Western Australia.

Mar 12 • 21:11 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Blocking the lanes of the Autopista del Sol; residents demand electricity, drainage, and drinking water

Residents of 16 mountain communities block the Autopista del Sol in Guerrero, Mexico, demanding essential services like electricity, drainage, and drinking water.

Mar 12 • 19:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Now 'Water' Will Become Expensive in India! A New Crisis Looming Amidst the Iran War

The ongoing war in the Middle East is impacting India's packaged drinking water market, leading to increased costs that may hit consumers soon.

Mar 12 • 16:20 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Madam, I have not married yet...' A youth requests a 'bride' from DM during public hearing

In a light-hearted moment during a public hearing in Uttarakhand, a young man humorously asked the District Magistrate for help in marrying, amidst a serious discussion about local issues.

Mar 12 • 13:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

The Drinking Regime is Full of Dangerous Myths. How Much Fluid Do We Really Need?

New research reveals that hydration is more complex and diverse than the commonly held belief of drinking eight glasses of water a day.

Mar 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Why you should wait 30 minutes to brush your teeth after eating and stop drinking lemon water in the mornings

An expert discusses the potential dangers of immediately brushing teeth after meals and consuming lemon water, highlighting the impact on dental health.

Mar 11 • 23:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

In Zaruma and Portovelo, there are damages to the drinking water and electricity system due to winter emergencies

Winter emergencies in Zaruma and Portovelo have resulted in evacuations and significant impacts on essential services.

Mar 10 • 21:28 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Farmer: We owe it to each other to identify the real polluter of drinking water

A Danish farmer expresses frustration over the negative portrayal of agriculture's use of chemicals, arguing that such discussions are often based on misunderstandings.

Mar 10 • 20:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Farmer: We owe it to each other to identify the real polluter of drinking water

A Danish farmer responds to the negative portrayal of agriculture in the political debate over water pollution, arguing that farmers are misunderstood regarding their use of chemicals.

Mar 10 • 20:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

DOJ accelerates settlement offers in Camp Lejeune water contamination cases

The DOJ is expediting settlement offers for individuals affected by contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune as part of a compensation program established by Congress in 2022.

Mar 10 • 19:40 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

No, the drinking water is not toxic. But agricultural pesticides have contaminated large areas

The Danish drinking water is safe to consume, yet concerns about pesticide contamination persist, particularly as residues are found in over half of the country's drinking water wells.

Mar 10 • 18:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Read the answers to these seven questions and understand the debate about our drinking water

The article addresses the safety of Danish tap water and discusses the role of pesticide contamination in the current political debate.

Mar 10 • 18:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Durán declares emergency due to problems in the drinking water supply system

Durán has declared an institutional emergency in response to ongoing issues with the drinking water supply affecting various neighborhoods due to infrastructure failures.

Mar 10 • 14:42 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Not just oil, now the fight in the Middle East has reached drinking water, see how

The ongoing conflict between the US-Israel and Iran has escalated to a critical level, threatening both oil and water resources in the region.

Mar 10 • 12:40 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Iran fears attacks on its drinking water

Iran and Gulf Arab states are on high alert for potential bombing attacks on their fresh water desalination plants amidst ongoing regional tensions.

Mar 10 • 07:56 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Boil water alert issued for Darwin after pumping failure at main drinking supply

A boil water alert has been issued for Darwin due to a pumping failure at the city's main drinking supply, and residents are advised to use boiled or bottled water.

Mar 9 • 22:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

"Lifeline of the Desert, Directly Threatened"... Middle Eastern War Expands to Attacks on Desalination Facilities

The ongoing military conflicts in the Middle East are now targeting essential civilian infrastructure, including desalination facilities that provide drinking water to millions.

Mar 9 • 07:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Climate Editor: When TV 2 Mixed Drinking Water from Aalborg into the Debate, the Confusion Was Total

The debate on TV 2 regarding agriculture led to unprecedented confusion, according to climate editor Magnus Bredsdorff.

Mar 9 • 06:43 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Known security flaw threatened drinking water in Västerås – this is how the man got in and turned off the power

A 30-year-old man entered a crucial area for the power supply of Västerås' waterworks and caused a total power outage, leading to serious threats to the city’s drinking water supply.

Mar 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

A 300-gram bird... Completed a journey of 13,500 km in 11 days without eating or drinking

A bar-tailed godwit completed a remarkable migration of approximately 13,560 kilometers from Alaska to Australia without stopping for food or water, setting a new world record.

Mar 9 • 03:49 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Boil water and look out for crocodiles: NT residents evacuate as ‘unusually wet week’ brings more flooding

Residents in Northern Territory communities are facing evacuations due to significant flooding, with warnings issued for boiling drinking water and caution against crocodile-infested waters.

Mar 9 • 02:29 UTC

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