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30 December 2025

In the midst of the difficult post-flood period, residents in Aceh Tamiang, Indonesia, on December 30, 2025, utilize the remaining harvest from their oil palm plantations to survive. By collecting loose palm fruit, residents sell it for IDR 4,000 per kilogram. This activity becomes an alternative economic source for flash flood or ecological disaster victims whose agricultural land or livelihoods are crippled by the floodwaters.

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#13142085

30 December 2025

In the midst of the difficult post-flood period, residents in Aceh Tamiang, Indonesia, on December 30, 2025, utilize the remaining harvest from their oil palm plantations to survive. By collecting loose palm fruit, residents sell it for IDR 4,000 per kilogram. This activity becomes an alternative economic source for flash flood or ecological disaster victims whose agricultural land or livelihoods are crippled by the floodwaters.

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29 July 2024

A view of the sea in the centre of Otranto in Puglia, on July 27, 2024. With the arrival of summer, the desire for the sea and relaxation is growing stronger among Italians and tourists from all over the world. However, this year, people are planning beach holidays with difficulty due to the price increases that are affecting not only Italy but also many other European destinations. The pandemic is greatly affecting the tourism sector, forcing many facilities to temporarily close or reduce their services. Now, with the resumption of activities, rates are rising to try to recover the losses incurred in recent years. In this context of generalised price increases, Salento, one of the pearls of Italian tourism, is no exception. Although renowned for its picture-postcard beaches and crystal-clear sea, the Salento is experiencing a period of significant increases in the cost of beach services. Nevertheless, the Salento is remaining a fascinating destination, capable of offering unforgettable experiences even to those on a tight budget.

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#8848064

14 September 2022

The rice fields represent the ideal habitat for the ibis, native to the sub-Saharan regions. The rice fields have become an oasis of biodiversity, also attracting non-native species. Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848108

14 September 2022

Rice grains in the paddy fields. Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848110

14 September 2022

Rice grains in the paddy fields. Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848112

14 September 2022

Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848114

14 September 2022

Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848116

14 September 2022

Rice grains in the paddy fields. Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848118

14 September 2022

Rice grains of suffering plants. Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848124

14 September 2022

Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848126

14 September 2022

Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848128

14 September 2022

Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8848130

14 September 2022

Rice needs a lot of water for its life cycle and the area between Novara and Pavia has suffered a serious shortage. Fabrizio Rizzotti, a rice producer for 6 generations, estimates a reduction of about 70% of the harvest with the costs incurred entirely and this could put several producers in the area in difficulty. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall have created increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. Even some crops sown because they are better resistant to water shortages in this year of exceptional heat and drought have created problems. The water shortage in the Po river basin was not mitigated during the summer. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than normal. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worried about the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8546566

16 July 2022

Prolonged water shortages have caused damage to farmers by drying out the corn fields that are most exposed to the heat and most difficult to irrigate. The situation of the Po in the Torino area suffers from an extreme reduction in water flow due to drought. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall are creating increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. The lack of water in the Po river basin was not found mitigated by the weak spring rains. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than half the normal. Long-term forecasts do not indicate that in the short term the weather will change with persistent precipitation. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worrying of the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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#8546568

16 July 2022

Prolonged water shortages have caused damage to farmers by drying out the corn fields that are most exposed to the heat and most difficult to irrigate. The situation of the Po in the Torino area suffers from an extreme reduction in water flow due to drought. The very hot days and the lack of rainfall are creating increasing difficulties for farmers and ranchers. The lack of water in the Po river basin was not found mitigated by the weak spring rains. After a consistent period of drought, the Po river and its basin have a water flow rate of less than half the normal. Long-term forecasts do not indicate that in the short term the weather will change with persistent precipitation. Drought is not an unusual phenomenon, but the frequency with which it recurs in recent years is also becoming worrying of the impacts it has on animals, flora, and agricultural activities.

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