Cuba's worsening energy crisis, exacerbated by US sanctions and halted Venezuelan oil exports, has led to frequent power cuts, disabling water pumping stations and leaving nearly 3 million Cubans without reliable access to water, forcing reliance on informal water economies.
Gatwick Airport's water supply was restored after a power failure at a treatment works caused outages, leading to closed restaurants, bars, and long toilet queues, with no flight cancellations reported.
Oman and Iran held talks on ensuring safe shipping through the Hormuz Strait, respecting both nations' sovereign rights, with progress made and ongoing technical/political consultations.
La selección española de waterpolo femenino, dirigida por Jordi Valls, perdió la final de la Superfinal de la Copa del Mundo contra EE.UU. por 13-9, logrando la plata, su mejor resultado histórico en la competición.
Russian Navy Commander-in-Chief Admiral Alexander Moiseyev confirms the Navy has a carrier for the strategic Poseidon unmanned underwater vehicle, aligning with the weapon's development program publicly acknowledged by the country's leader.
A Virginia study, delayed for over six months, warns of declining groundwater in the eastern coastal plain due to population growth and industrial use, urging stricter regulations on data centers' water withdrawals.
DEEP's Vanguard, the first US open-ocean subsea habitat in 40 years, is deployed in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, enabling long-duration underwater research for up to 4 aquanauts, focusing on marine science, human health in extreme environments, and astronaut training.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott confirms third fatality from catastrophic floods, with over 500 rescues, widespread damage, and areas inaccessible due to high waters.
A 102-pound Tibetan mastiff and German shepherd mix named Sable became too exhausted and injured to descend a Pennsylvania mountain trail. Owner Kevin Matthews sought help, leading to a four-hour rescue by the Waterville Volunteer Fire Company and other volunteers.
La selección española femenina de waterpolo se clasificó para la Superfinal de la Copa del Mundo en Sídney tras vencer a Rusia en una emocionante semifinal que se decidió en la tanda de penaltis (13-15). Ahora se enfrentará a Estados Unidos en busca de su primer título en esta competición.
A long-awaited report on South Australia's catastrophic algal bloom crisis concludes floodwater, coastal upwelling, and a marine heatwave contributed, with no single trigger. The SA government faces criticism for the report's delayed release, while researchers acknowledge data gaps but see a strong foundation for future forecasting.
Despite high Ingress Protection (IP) ratings, most smartphones are not truly waterproof in real-world conditions, and warranties typically do not cover liquid damage. Consumers should avoid exposing their devices to water, regardless of advertised resistance.
Five Metropolitan Police officers were injured when their Marine Policing Unit boat struck Westminster Bridge in central London. Several officers entered the River Thames but were recovered, with no members of the public involved in the incident.
Tensions between China and the Philippines escalated after the Philippine Coast Guard accused its Chinese counterpart of firing a water cannon at government vessels near Scarborough Shoal for the second day, risking collision. China claims its actions were lawful amid ongoing disputes in the South China Sea.
A mother, 41, and her 15-year-old daughter drowned in West Mersea, UK, while attempting to rescue a 7-year-old boy from the water. A heroic day-tripper managed to save two other children, while the boy remains in hospital fighting for his life.
Archeolodzy w Wilczym Szańcu odkryli kolejne ludzkie szczątki pod domem Hermanna Göringa, potwierdzając, że budynek powstał na cmentarzu. Znaleziono pięć szkieletów i dwa skupiska szczątków, niektóre pod fundamentami. Wcześniejsze śledztwo ws. sześciu innych szczątków umorzono. Badania mają ustalić wiek cmentarza.
The China Coast Guard used water cannons and dangerous maneuvers against multiple Philippine vessels near Huangyan Island (Scarborough Shoal) on July 24, leading to a standoff between 10 Philippine and 15 Chinese ships.
Shally Rahman, 41, and Samiha Rahman, 15, drowned in West Mersea, UK, while attempting to rescue a 7-year-old boy. An unnamed heroic day-tripper saved two other children, while the boy remains hospitalized fighting for his life.
Nearly 1,500 ships are stranded in the Persian Gulf due to a US-Iran standoff, turning their hulls into breeding grounds for invasive marine species. Scientists warn this biofouling could trigger a 'bioinvasion super-spreader event' upon movement, increasing fuel consumption and posing ecological and economic threats.
RMIT University scientists developed a reusable magnetic material that removes over 95% of micro- and nanoplastics, heavy metals, and drug residues from water within an hour. The cost-effective technology, showing early promise against PFAS, is being tested for commercial deployment in Australia, the US, and Europe.
The number of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighter jets detected near Taiwan in the first half of this year more than halved compared to last year, marking a three-year low in operational tempo. No large-scale drills were staged, a first since 2022.
A mother, Shally Rahman, 41, and her 15-year-old daughter, Samiha Rahman, died after getting into difficulty in the water off West Mersea, Essex, while attempting to rescue a seven-year-old boy. The child remains in critical condition, and three others were hospitalized following the tragic incident.
China's significant role in global maritime finance and shipping has led to a carve-out in certain regulations, demonstrating Beijing's economic leverage. An EU official detailed how Chinese financial arrangements and shareholding in vessel companies create a risk of asset loss for borrowers.
England has launched a national strategy to combat drowning, a "public health disaster," following a surge in water-related deaths, including two recent fatalities in Essex. Measures include water safety education for children and assessing climate change risks.
