As Bhutan’s glaciers melt, highland taps run dry
Villagers in Bhutan’s highlands face worsening water shortages as retreating glaciers reduce spring flows. Once-fed by steady meltwater, many taps now run dry, forcing…
More than 2 million Filipinos affected by Typhoon Kalmaegi
On Thursday morning, authorities also reported 114 fatalities, 127 missing, and 82 injured persons.
Vietnam’s central provinces brace for Typhoon Kalmaegi
In the central province of Quang Ngai, authorities have prepared an emergency plan to evacuate nearly 27,000 households comprising over 89,000 residents.
South Korea unveils new emissions goal, but neither industry, activists happy
Environmental groups argue it falls short of meeting global climate goals, while industry representatives claim it is unrealistic.
Waterway aims to revitalise Beijing’s urban rivers
Beyond sightseeing, officials expect the boat line to stimulate local business and tourism. The route links several hubs of commerce and culture along the riverbanks, including…
Two years on, quake-hit families in Nepal’s Rukum West still waiting for reconstruction
Procedural delays and poor coordination between government agencies have forced thousands to remain in makeshift shelters since November 2023.
Drought at planting and deluge at harvest push Nepali farmers to despair
This year’s heavy and erratic rains swept away crops across multiple provinces, heightening fears about the future of Nepal’s fragile agricultural system.
Bear sightings in Japan exceed 20,000 for first time from April to Sept.; large number of bears taken, too
The numbers were compiled based on reports to police of bear sightings and data submitted from municipal governments.
Massive landslide at Thai mine causes over US$3 million in damage
The landslide, which pushed soil upwards, affected several buildings and machinery used in the coal excavation process.
Typhoon Kalmaegi leaves 130 dead in the Philippines; probe into Cebu flood works sought
The typhoon has also affected 1,107,819 individuals, or 318,020 families, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported.