Why do the rich drink tap water while the poor drink bottled water?
The article examines the disparity in water consumption and access between wealthy and impoverished populations, highlighting the social and environmental implications of bottled water in the context of droughts and public health crises.
Multibillion-dollar budget deficit on tap as Alberta introduces its 2026 budget
Alberta's 2026 budget introduces a significant multibillion-dollar deficit amid rising costs due to low oil prices and population growth.
OPEC+: Opening the tap in April with an eye on Iran – Increase of 137,000 barrels per day
OPEC+ is considering a production increase of 137,000 barrels per day in April in response to rising summer demand and tensions with Iran.
Dems tap ICE detainees, suspected illegal immigrants as guests for Trump’s speech: DHS
Democratic lawmakers are facing criticism for inviting individuals under immigration scrutiny as guests to the State of the Union.
Hungary and Slovakia Wake Up with a Hand in the Pot and Block Sanctions. Pretext: Turned-off Russian Tap
Hungary and Slovakia have blocked the 20th sanction package against Russia, citing interruptions in oil supplies from Russia through Ukraine as a reason for their opposition to an EU loan for Ukraine.
War in Ukraine. Suddenly turned off the tap: Russia has a list of countries from which recruiting mercenaries is prohibited
Russia has created a list of 36 countries from which it is now prohibited to recruit mercenaries for its war in Ukraine, which includes several nations generally considered friendly to Russia.
DS N°8: traveling French lounge "on tap"
The new DS N°8 is an electric flagship model from the French brand, designed to provide luxury, comfort, and high range, catering to both sedan and crossover aesthetics.
The water has smelled since January, but residents can drink it again
Residents in a housing area near Randers, Denmark, can now safely drink their tap water after it was temporarily deemed unfit due to a foul odor since January 29.
Unique iPhone-Like Feature in Android: iQOO 15R to Launch Tomorrow
iQOO will launch its new budget smartphone, the iQOO 15R, in India on February 24, featuring a one-tap transfer feature similar to the iPhone.
Shutdown of the Druzhba oil pipeline: Hungary will tap into strategic oil reserves
Hungary will release 250,000 tons of oil from its strategic reserves due to the suspension of supplies through the Druzhba pipeline, prioritizing its state-owned company MOL.
Residents told not to drink tap water in flood-hit western France
Residents in western France have been advised against drinking tap water due to contamination risks following severe flooding in the area.
Beats and throat singing: Sámi DJs tap into growing pride in Indigenous identity
Sámi DJs Alice Marie Jektevik and Petra Laiti leverage their cultural heritage to foster pride in Indigenous identity while pursuing their music careers in northern Norway.
TUI enters Romania. Another step in the expansion in Central and Eastern Europe
TUI launches its operations in Romania as part of its strategy to expand in Central and Eastern Europe, aiming to tap into the region's tourism growth potential.
Dangerous flight. Portuguese TAP cooperates, will re-evaluate the pilot
The Portuguese airline TAP is set to re-evaluate a pilot involved in a dangerous flight incident.
Team Canada hockey watch parties on tap
Toronto pubs are preparing for busy watch parties as Team Canada's men’s hockey team competes against France in the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympics.
Venezuela ‘opens the tap’ to US and Spanish oil companies: Would give Chevron and Repsol ‘rich’ oil lands
Venezuela is planning to grant more oil production lands to Chevron and Spain's Repsol, as the Trump administration encourages private companies to rebuild the nation's energy sector.
Saudi Arabia Tightens the Tap on Petrodollars. Bad News for Museums in Europe
Saudi Arabia is reportedly scaling back its financial support for cultural institutions in Europe, which had benefited from the kingdom's investment in the arts in recent years.
Around 150 households near Randers still cannot drink the water
Around 150 households in the Komponistkvarteret area near Randers have been unable to drink their tap water for 13 days due to strange taste and smell, with no clear source identified yet.
Flight declares mid-air emergency as fire erupts minutes after Gatwick take-off
A TAP Air Portugal flight had to declare a mid-air emergency and return to Gatwick after a fire broke out shortly after take-off.
Molejo, posture, a tap on the chest? Famous teachers teach the essentials for samba during Carnival
Famous samba teachers in Brazil offer lessons on how to dance samba during Carnival, emphasizing that anyone can learn.
Lagos moves to enforce waste sorting at source
The Lagos State Government plans to make waste sorting at the source mandatory to enhance waste management and tap into the economic value of waste.
Three tanks fitted in car, foreign liquor started flowing as soon as the tap was opened, police also stunned
In Gujarat, despite the prohibition on alcohol, a shocking case of liquor smuggling emerged where a smuggler used a unique method to transport foreign liquor in a car with three fitted tanks.
A new stop has been added to Copenhagen's one kilometer long tour of tap water
A new restaurant has opened in Copenhagen, celebrated for its quality and craftsmanship, though the energy behind it may not always be felt.
Tinubu unveils halal economy strategy to tap $7.7tn global market
President Bola Tinubu launched Nigeria's National Halal Economy Strategy to position the country for participation in the $7.7 trillion global halal market.
Lagos unveils cooking oil kiosks to unlock $20m biofuel market
The Lagos State Government has launched kiosks for collecting used cooking oil to promote environmental protection and tap into a $20 million biofuel market.
Ordering coffee or tea on American airplanes? Better not!
A US consumer organization analyzed 35,000 water samples from US airlines and warns passengers to avoid beverages prepared with tap water due to contamination risks.
Goodbye to buying bottled water at home: the 3 Amazon solutions to filter tap water
The article discusses three affordable Amazon solutions for improving the quality of tap water, making it easier to forgo bottled water.
São Luís will have weekly flights to Lisbon with a stop in Fortaleza starting in October
Starting in October, São Luís will offer two direct weekly flights to Lisbon, Portugal, operated by TAP Air Portugal, connecting Maranhão to Europe.
The 2 conditions under which Mexico would close the 'tap' on oil to Cuba
Petróleos Mexicanos indicated that oil shipments to Cuba are minimal and discussed potential conditions for halting these exports during a recent investment plan presentation.
"When we set up the hamburger restaurant, not even Estrella Galicia dared to put the tap for us, but we sold 2,700 sandwiches the first weekend": Sindo Pose, from Argentinos Burguer
Sindo Pose reflects on the success of Argentinos Burguer, which gained national recognition by winning the Spanish Hamburger Championship in 2024 after its humble beginnings in Galicia.
The anti-corruption prosecutor selects an hour of recordings from the 'money junkie' to 'tap' in the trial
Anti-corruption prosecutor Fernando Maldonado has chosen one hour of recordings from Marcos Benavent, known as the 'money junkie', to present during the trial related to alleged bribes in municipal contracts during Rita Barberá's tenure as mayor.
South Africa: Mahlathi Villagers Say Limpopo Floods Have Left Them Without Safe Drinking Water
Residents of Mahlathi village are left without safe drinking water due to contamination caused by recent floods, forcing them to rely on unusable tap water.
Unusual Smell in Drinking Water – City Warns Residents
Residents of Zweibrücken-Mörsbach are advised not to drink tap water due to an unusual smell, although health authorities do not consider it a safety threat.
Brussels makes an unprecedented move: America has turned off the tap, and Europe is sending 90 billion euros
The European Commission has unveiled a new financial aid package of 90 billion euros for Ukraine to prevent the country's financial collapse as the war with Russia enters its fifth year.
NBA Revolution?: Billion Dollar Baby
The NBA is making a push to tap into the European basketball market, bringing excitement to Berlin with its latest visit.
Keep your appetite in check. Renault's new flagship with unseen equipment will avoid Europe
Renault's new model Filante, equipped with unprecedented features, aims to tap into markets outside Europe, where premium demand exists for high-end cars.
Trump wants Venezuela's oil — markets may not care
President Trump expressed his intentions to tap into Venezuela's oil reserves to potentially lower energy prices in the U.S., though market reactions may vary.
This Forces the Body to Tap into Fat Reserves and Keeps Metabolism and Muscle Stable
Professor Karsten Köhler discusses effective strategies for reducing body fat and sustaining a healthy metabolism without harming one's health.
The owner of Iberia (IAG) officially starts the race with Lufthansa and Air France to enter TAP
The owner of Iberia (IAG) begins its bid to acquire a stake in Portugal's TAP airline, competing against Lufthansa and Air France, as the Portuguese government seeks to privatize nearly 45% of the airline for at least 700 million euros.
Mainland Chinese medicine firms tap Hong Kong capital to fuel global expansion
Mainland Chinese medicine companies are seeking to raise capital through initial public offerings in Hong Kong to support their international growth strategies.
iPhone little-known setting can make it easier to turn on a light
Apple iPhone users can utilize custom actions with the Back Tap feature to simplify tasks like controlling home lighting.
Too many risks, the big US companies stay on the sidelines
The Trump administration's plans to tap into Venezuelan oil reserves clash with the cautious response from major American oil companies regarding potential investments in post-Maduro infrastructure.
They thought drinking water was healthy. However, scientists show a different perspective and advise what to do about it
Chinese scientists have discovered that boiling and filtering tap water can significantly reduce the microplastic contamination found in drinking water.
How Kazakhstan Aims to Tap More Oil Riches Below Its Grassy Plains
Kazakhstan is seeking to increase its oil production by exploring reserves beneath its vast grasslands.
New York subway ends its MetroCard era and switches fully to tap-and-go fares
The New York City subway is phasing out MetroCards in favor of a fully implemented tap-and-go fare system called OMNY, with the last day to purchase or refill MetroCards set for December 31, 2025.