THE CRA PERSPECTIVE • EARTH SCIENCE How Much Water Is There on Earth? Can our planet ever run out of water? Exploring Earth's enormous water reserves, the freshwater shortage and the future of humanity. Water is one of the most extraordinary and essential resources on our planet. Our planet is called the Blue Planet for a reason. Approximately 71% of Earth's surface is covered by water. But does that mean we have an unlimited supply of water for human survival? Look at the oceans, rivers, lakes, glaciers and countless streams across the world. Water seems almost endless. It falls as rain, flows through rivers, disappears into the ground, freezes into ice and rises into the atmosphere as water vapour. Yet billions of people experience water shortages. Some communities struggle to obtain safe drinking water, groundwater reserves are declining in several regions, and pollution is making important water sour...
Celebrating Freedom, Culture & Unity 🌴 What Is Independence Day in Antigua and Barbuda? Antigua and Barbuda Independence Day is celebrated every year on 1 November to mark the country's liberation from British colonial rule in 1981 . This Caribbean twin-island nation proudly honors its national sovereignty, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant identity on this day. It's not just a political celebration—it’s a time when Antiguans and Barbudans around the world come together in joyful remembrance , dance, and patriotic pride. 🏝️ A Brief Historical Glimpse Colonial Past: Antigua was colonized by the British in 1632, and Barbuda in 1678. Slavery & Sugar Plantations: The islands were part of the transatlantic slave trade and dependent on sugar production. Towards Independence: After centuries of British rule, Antigua and Barbuda became an independent nation on 1 November 1981 , with Vere Cornwall Bird Sr. as the first Prime Minister. This moment was th...