2 dead, hundreds flee as Tropical Storm Florita lashes Luzon
The storm dumped heavy rains in most parts of Luzon, displacing at least 500 people in Cagayan province.
Global Warming
Vanuatu emerges as global climate champion
Vanuatu’s resolution for the upcoming session of the United Nations General Assembly, if comes into effect, will become a legal way to make polluters pay under international law.
Chongqing measures to save power during heat wave
Some of Chongqing's shopping malls adjusted their operating hours — opening from 4 pm to 9 pm — due to a power shortage brought by the lingering heat wave.
Study finds climate change, deadlier diseases go together
The scientists discovered that various climatic hazards have direct impacts on some aspects of pathogens aside from bringing diseases and people closer.
China renews red alert for high temperatures
It advised local authorities to take emergency measures against heatwaves, suspend outdoor work exposed to high temperatures, and pay close attention to fire safety.
Japan weather agency triples downpour warnings
Sea surface temperatures – one of the possible factors behind the heavy rains – are expected to remain high through September.
Thailand Climate Action Conference concludes successfully with over 3,000 participants
The forum succeeded in creating awareness about Thailand's goals on climate change.
Workers rise to the heat wave challenge
To combat the heat and drought, Chongqing is also preparing to introduce artificial precipitation when weather conditions allow.
Hundreds of Medan homes inundated after heavy rain
Dozens of residents were forced to evacuate, with several streets were also inundated and causing traffic jams.
Who is profiting from the extreme heat in urban Pakistan?
The demand for cooling technologies has opened up profit-making opportunities in Pakistan's largest metropolis.