In South America’s poorest nation there are many who could do with a top prize of more than $15,000. However, at a cost of $1.45 per ticket, the chance of a miracle comes in at almost an entire day’s expenses.
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NPR’s Monica Eng uncovers some key takeaways that Chicago — and other cities with lead in their water systems — might find helpful if and when they finally decide to get the lead out.
Some cash-strapped Midwest cities are removing aging lead water pipes. Chicago, which has the largest inventory of lead pipes, hasn’t tackled the problem. What can it learn from the cities that have?
Adie Vanessa Offiong investigates the difficulties of water access in the lives of three elderly women, among the marginalized group in the discourse on women and water inequality.
While estimates vary on the amount of water subtropical avocado trees need to grow, there is no doubt they exact a substantial burden on Petorca Valley where rainfall is scarce.
In 2003, Chile’s first desalination plant began operating; pumping 150 litres of drinking water a second towards Antofagasta to relieve the city of its dire need for fresh water.
In an open letter to the residents of Chennai, India’s sixth largest city, Ray Joseph shares water crisis strategies learned in Cape Town.
Gaming the Lottery
The Lottery Industry
Have you bought your lottery ticket? CCIJ’s Jeff Lowenstein tells The Academic Minute that win or lose, it could do more harm than good.