But the bigger news this week is: 

A gadget which makes water out of thin air

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1088769/The-800-invention-makes-water-straight-air-help-millions.html

http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/008200811241520.htm

Using the same technology as a de-humidifier, the Water Mill is able to create a supply of drinking water by capturing it from an unlimited source - the air.

The machine draws in moist air through a filter and over a cooling element which condenses it into water droplets. It can produce up to 12 litres a day.

The Water Mill will also generate more water when storms pass over, as the humidity in the air rises. In keeping with its ecodevelopment, the machine uses the same amount of electricity as three light bulbs.

Its maker, Canadian firm Element Four, estimates a litre of water will cost about 50c to produce.

This when it reaches the common people and becomes a bit cheaper, will be a huge boon for mankind.