Student-led plastic cleanup garners ASEAN recognition
When free from his studies, 22-year-old Hem Sophem arranged a group to collect plastic in the canals of Phnom Penh during June 2022, regardless of the time, sometimes even…
Environment
Forest fires blanket several Indonesian provinces, causing surge in people falling ill
The ongoing El Nino weather phenomenon has also brought dry weather and delayed the rainy season in several regions.
More hot spots in Indonesia this week, but severe haze in Singapore not expected for now
According to the Weather and Climate Services for Asean, the number of hot spots had spiked to 93 in Kalimantan and 62 in Sumatra on Monday, the highest in the last seven days.
Climbers brave through downpour on Mt Kinabalu
Sabah Parks director Maklarin Lakim said there were a total of 115 climbers with 37 mountain guides, and all climbers were safe in the incident.
Wishing that toddlers sing ‘I am a healthy kid’ once again
The 2022 Indonesian Nutrition Status Survey (SSGI) found that stunting in children nationwide stood at a worrying 21.6 percent, notes the writer.
PLN plans to add 32 GW renewable energy capacity
The plan is part of the state utility's efforts to reduce reliance on coal, which is used to generate about half of Indonesia's power output.
Hong Kong hit with heavy rain, flooding days after typhoon
The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest level of rainstorm warning at 11.05pm on Sept 7, indicating rainfall exceeding 70 millimetres an hour, which was “likely to…
Some coal power plants may be labelled ‘green’ in revised classification
Experts have criticised the idea and said such a move would be a major step back in the country's commitment to limit carbon emissions.
Seoul to add 300 won surcharge for single-use cups at cafes in 2025
Facilities that use large amounts of single-use plastics, such as funeral homes and sports facilities, will be transformed into zero-plastic hubs that use reusable cups and…
Kishida explains treated water safety measures at ASEAN
In its criticism of China’s responses, the Japanese government kept to a restrained approach, describing the responses as “uncommon actions.”