Philippines braces for severe El Niño seen to last until 2027
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Monday said government agencies were intensifying preparations as forecasts pointed to prolonged dry conditions that could affect large parts of…
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Japan government volcano headquarters to categorise eruption risks by individual peak
A new subcommittee, which will be composed of experts to assess eruption risks and other factors, will be established by the summer.
Government, EU and partners launch project to reduce plastic waste in Laos
Over the next four years, the project will support more than 21,656 consumers and 12,800 young people in adopting sustainable practices, while helping 30 micro, small and…
Trap, neuter, release: Jakarta battles cat-astrophic stray numbers
Numbering as many as 1.5 million by some counts -- about one for every ten human inhabitants of the sprawling Indonesian capital -- street cats are ubiquitous and, for the most…
Hong Kong photographer shining a light on ‘unseen canines’
Instead of the “perfect” story, Hong Kong-born and raised photographer CM Leung seeks the “unseen” story and focuses his lens on stray dogs that are unnoticed and…
Spotlight falls on Brunei’s culture and natural beauty
The country launched the Visit Brunei Year 2027 logo and mascots – ‘Awang’ and ‘Dayang’, as well as the campaign identity during the pre-launch ceremony at Jerudong Park…
Tokyo government to work with start-ups to ward off bears; possible measures include AI detection system
The plan was unveiled Wednesday, in a response to a question posed by metropolitan assembly member Toshimitsu Tamura of the Liberal Democratic Party during an assembly session.
Thailand faces prolonged dry spells as El Niño drives erratic weather patterns
The National Water Resources Office (NWRO) has warned the public to closely monitor water conditions after identifying signs that Thailand is set to enter a prolonged dry spell…
Riverbank erosion threatens 1,000-year-old historic site in Indonesia
The tree is regarded as a significant historical landmark in Purworejo, marking the area where ancient inscriptions were discovered.
Philippine fishers’ group: Tens of thousands of small fisherfolk affected by southwest monsoon
The monsoon, locally known as “Habagat,” has been forcing thousands of fisherfolk across the country to halt fishing activities due to rough seas.