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Texas retiree shuts off due to rising fees. Here’s the monstrous monthly cost (she chooses to eat instead)

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Texas retiree shuts off due to rising fees. Here’s the monstrous monthly cost (she chooses to eat instead)

Christina Mann moved from Cleveland, Texas, to the small community of Point Blank four years ago when she retired. She wanted to retire close to the water, a dream of hers. Now, water is the nightmare that is keeping her from coping. Every other day, Mann drives several miles to a friend’s house to fill … Read more

Climate change threatens Asia’s water and energy systems, reports warn

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Climate change threatens Asia’s water and energy systems, reports warn

BENGALURU, India (AP) — Climate change is battering Asia’s water and energy systems and putting millions in harm’s way, forcing countries to pour billions into boosting basic services, according to two recent reports. Water-related disasters are increasing across the region even as spending to protect communities is falling. Asian nations will need $4 trillion for … Read more