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Before the war, Palestinians in the territory relied heavily on power-hungry desalination plants. But with Israel's intense bombardment, the fate of those plants — and Gaza's water future — is hazy.

Global crude oil prices are now lower than they were before Israel attacked Iran earlier this month. A price spike did occur, but it was short-lived — unlike oil crises of the past.

Although largely paused, President Trump's tariffs present a major threat to Japan's already flagging economy.

It bills itself as a "world-class African city" but these days residents say it's anything but — with the collapse of the water system and frequent power outages.

Federal rules to reduce the levels of "forever chemicals" in drinking water are getting delayed.

From fishing and heavy industry to recreational waterfronts and new technology, a dizzying array of interest groups are using —and sometimes abusing — our biggest economic asset: the Great Lakes.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has blamed the addition of fluoride — a common, naturally occurring mineral — for a host of health issues. The CDC says the policy has reduced cavities by some 25%.

Under the settlement, the state of Michigan has agreed to pay Liane Shekter Smith $300,000 and her 2016 departure from her job will now be classified as a voluntary resignation instead of a firing.

Two scientists removed from EPA advisory roles say their dismissal reflects an anti-science political climate, after signing a letter protesting federal research funding cuts.

The week was dominated by news about the Maryland man illegally deported to El Salvador. But there was also concern over tariffs and Robert F. Kennedy's work as Health and Human Services secretary.