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Drought

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As temperatures rise and rain and snow melt become less, droughts become more common. This is not only a problem in regions of the Global South, but also in industrialized economies in Europe and North America.

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Spanish olive growers feel pain from early drought

Spanish olive growers feel pain from early drought

Spain's olive gardens have been hit by drought amid worries of a climate change-fueled food crisis.
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