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Progress along Europe’s waterways

OM's Riverboat will bring the gospel to six ports in three European countries over the course of three months, starting in December 2017.




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Were pyramids in ancient Egypt really built using waterways?

An undated image of a pyramid in Egypt. — Unsplash

The Egyptian pyramids continue to captivate the world with their immense size, ancient history, and the enduring mysteries surrounding their construction.

Built as grand tombs for pharoahs thousands of years ago, these...





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Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: Dugan's Travels Hosts Grand European Amawaterways Fam Trip

Dugan's Travels Marks a Quarter Century of Excellence with a Signature European River Cruise Experience for Independent Travel Agents




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Committee visits Waterways Ireland HQ

The Northern Ireland Assembly Committee for Infrastructure has today visited the Waterways Ireland headquarters in Enniskillen.




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Residents in Chennai hope for clear waterways and relief from mosquito menace




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Manu Bhaker appointed brand ambassador for Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal expressed pride in Bhaker’s achievements and highlighted her role in promoting the marine sector.




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Progress along Europe’s waterways

OM's Riverboat will bring the gospel to six ports in three European countries over the course of three months, starting in December 2017.




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Causes of ecological degradation in waterways

Human activities can have a multitude of different effects on rivers and streams, and it is difficult identify those that have the biggest impact on aquatic populations. A newly developed method for assessing ecological degradation in waterways helps deal with this problem and could provide crucial information for water managers charged with tackling the root causes of degradation.




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Quality of urban waterways found to affect bat populations and biodiversity

Urban waterways can provide foraging opportunities for a range of bat species. However researchers have found that bats in the UK are negatively affected by high levels of invasive plant species and urban development near waterways. The researchers highlight the value these often disregarded urban spaces can have for ecosystems, and suggest ways to improve the biodiversity of waterways.




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Amazing river map shows U.S. awash in waterways

Using public data from the U.S. government, a software engineer has made a stunning map of every river in the Lower 48 states.



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Aging sewers are polluting the nation's waterways

Each year, as many as 20 million people get sick from drinking contaminated water in the U.S.



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It took the death of dolphin Luca for Mandurah to rally together to clean its waterways of rubbish

Luca the dolphin was 18 months old when he became entangled in discarded fishing line and died. Now Mandurah, south of Perth, is rallying together in a bid to protect the rest of its dolphin population from a similar fate.






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Intercity fleet depot polluting local waterways has residents furious at NSW Government

Central coast residents have launched a scathing attack on the NSW Government after recent works let tonnes of silt, clay and rocks wash into Bangalow Creek, renowned for its wildlife.




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Water quality risk assessment of carp biocontrol for Australian waterways / edited by Justin D. Brookes & Matthew R. Hipsey.




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Triad Mining Agrees to Resolve Clean Water Act Violations and Restore Affected Waterways in Indiana

Triad Mining Inc., the owner and operator of 31 surface mines in Appalachia and Indiana, has agreed to pay a penalty and to restore affected waterways for failing to obtain the required Clean Water Act (CWA) permit for stream impacts caused by its surface mining operation in Indiana.



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Plastic bottles are the most common litter in European waterways

A report found that bottles have surpassed bags and straws when it comes to prevalence in freshwater rivers.




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Activists Raise Awareness of Toxic Coal Pollution in Our Waterways

New report shows shocking amounts of coal pollution in U.S. waterways.




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Pedalos and canoes return to Great Yarmouth's historic Venetian Waterways after £2.7m revonation

A British holiday resort is due to reopen as it completes the 10-month £2.7million restoration. Great Yarmouth's Waterways was a big hit in the 1950s and people say it is 'magnificent'.




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Great Yarmouth's Venetian Waterways reopen after £2.7m restoration to its 1920s prime 

The Venetian Waterways reopened today after a 10-month £2.7million restoration. The mayor cut the red ribbon at the celebratory gala as boats and pedalos once again took to the water.




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ESA satellite images the waterways of Venice are now empty during the coronavirus lockdown in Italy

ESA released satellite images Venice from this month and the same time last year to highlight a distinct lack of boat traffic following the lockdown in March to limit the spread of coronavirus.




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National waterways in need of a new course


The Centre gears up to take national control of the Kosi and Gandak and turn them into commercial waterways. Shripad Dharmadhikary and the Manthan team report on findings from a recent visit to the region.




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Smart Waterways Foundation

Smart Waterways Foundation




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Gangai Kumari National Waterways

Gangai Kumari National Waterways




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Ganga-Kumari National Waterways Project

Ganga-Kumari National Waterways Project




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Aboriginal Waterways Assessment Program




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The World Bank policy for projects on international waterways: an historical and legal analysis / Salman M.A. Salman

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