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Mexico and US reach deal on Rio Grande water sharing • Apr. 28, 2025, 11:08 AM ET (ABC News (U.S.))
As the Border Wars Recede, a Park on the Rio Grande Reopens to the Public • Apr. 15, 2025, 11:04 PM ET (New York Times)

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The Rio Grande basin and its drainage network.
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water glass on white background. (drink; clear; clean water; liquid)
Water and its Varying Forms
Tower Bridge over the Thames River in London, England. Opened in 1894. Remains an Important Traffic Route with 40,000 Crossings Every Day.
Guess the City by Its River Quiz