EPA speaks on drinking water after Dali hazardous materials leak off ship
Fifty-six containers of hazardous materials were on board and several were breached, causing contents to spill into the harbor.
Woman asks brother to get "big cup" of water, unprepared for what he brings
Ashlyn Rice, 20, told Newsweek about her video of her brother that has received over 11.6 million views on TikTok.
Warning about drinking water issued nationwide
"We are writing to describe the nature of these threats and request your partnership on important actions to secure water systems," a letter said.
America's Lead Crisis Demands a Comprehensive Solution
Any amount of lead exposure to the body is harmful, and young children are especially vulnerable to its effects.
'Widespread' lead exposure in Chicago, 68% of young children affected
Around 129,000 children younger than 6 years old were exposed to drinking water contaminated with the chemical.
Better Planet
Scientists reveal simple trick to reduce microplastics in your tap water
The surprising method can remove up to 90 percent of nano- and microplastics from drinking water.
Better Planet
US drinking water at risk as nitrogen pollution in river basins increases
A third of the world's drinking water could be scarce due to pollution by 2050, a new study has found.
Innovation
These companies are trying to remove toxic forever chemicals from our water
Toxic substances called PFAS taint about half the nation's tap water. Here's a look into the multibillion-dollar industry to clean up the mess.
Florida residents told to boil drinking water out of "abundance of caution"
Residents of more than 23,000 properties near Tampa have been urged to boil tap water after a main burst.
Parasites discovered in city's drinking water not found in new test
Cryptosporidium, which was discovered in a Baltimore lake, can cause diarrhea and sometimes severe respiratory symptoms.
Michigan residents told to boil drinking water amid potential contamination
The boil water advisory comes after a leak in the local water system, which may make tap water vulnerable to bacterial contamination.
Cat owner leaving glass of water on bedside table makes hilarious discovery
"My cat just knocks mine off the night stand," one user wrote, while another added: "The cat's coat looks nice and hydrated though."
Radius of toxic chemical spill in East Palestine could be miles wide
The Ohio train wreck released carcinogens like vinyl chloride into the environment, with dead animals and impacts on human health already being reported.
Ohio toxic spill risks contaminating local water supplies for 5M people
A "contaminant plume" is working its way down the Ohio River.
How to test drinking water for toxic chemicals after Ohio train derailment
"We are strongly recommending those who have not yet had their water source checked to use bottled water," the Ohio Department of Health director said.
What will it take to get California completely out of drought?
"It's a huge problem," hydrogeologist Rich Pauloo told Newsweek, "we'll run out of groundwater in 100-400 years at business as usual rate."
Is California still in a drought?
California has been inundated by rain, with over five inches falling in a single day in San Francisco on December 31.
In the Race To Save Earth's Biodiversity, Water Is Getting Its Due
Nature supports life on Earth. We have a commitment anew to heal her.
America's drought-hit lakes and rivers in sobering before and after photos
"The Colorado has been in a drought for the past 22 years now, the most significant drought in 1,200 years," geoscientist Antonia Hadjimichael told Newsweek.
Polite dog learns to wipe her mouth after drinking in hilarious video
"This horse is so well-mannered," one user wrote.
This is how much water your body actually needs
Researchers have developed an equation to predict how much water you use in a day, and it is not what you think.
Invisible No More—Bringing a Human Voice to Water Insecurity
We are past due to include the invisible experiences of water insecurity in any discussion of a precious resource that none of us can live without.
Influencer's day of 'clean drinking' horrifies internet
A viral TikTok showing an influencer drinking several liters of water, vitamin infusions, herbal shots, and an "antioxidant mocktail" has sparked controversy.
FBI Questions Brett Favre Over Mississippi Welfare Money Amid Water Crisis
Critics are slamming state officials for giving the Hall of Fame quarterback funds instead of using the money for updating the state's water systems.
Mississippi Officials Warn of Dangers of Showering Amid Water Crisis
Governor Tate Reeves has already cautioned Jackson residents against drinking any water from the city's taps.
Jackson Water Crisis Updates: Emergency Pump Brought to Water Plant
President Biden approves an emergency declaration in Mississippi due to the ongoing water crisis.
NASA Images Show How Drought Has Caused Lake To Vanish in Just 7 Years
The Cerro Prieto reservoir in drought-savaged northern Mexico has nearly entirely dried up to only half a percent of its full capacity.
'Forever Chemicals' Are Contaminating Some Water Wells Across America
The toxic chemicals known as Per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been linked to health issues such as cancer or suppressed immune function.
California: Lake Oroville Water-Level Photos Show Extreme Drought Impact
Lake Oroville, one of the largest reservoirs in California, is at 55 percent of its water capacity due to severe droughts.
Algal Bloom Potentially Sickening Hikers on California Trail
Newsweek spoke with hikers who were planning to skip a section of the Pacific Crest Trail because of drinking water possibly contaminated with an algal bloom.