Indonesia’s BTS ‘ARMY’ raises Rp 447 million for Kanjuruhan victims
The ARMY members said they would give the money directly to victims’ families as “business capital for those who have lost the provider of their family”.
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Hoteliers tap into astronomic interest
Seeing the soaring demand for stargazing, one homestay in northeastern Pinggu district seized the opportunity and raised 20 "star tents" in its open outdoor area.
Relatives, survivors grieve at East Java hospital after stadium stampede
A government official said fatalities among children following the disaster in Malang have climbed to 32, from an earlier count of 17.
‘Fans died in players’ arms,’ says coach at Indonesia football tragedy
The police tried to force the thousands of fans to return to the stands as they stormed the pitch and fired tear gas after two officers were killed.
Super Typhoon Karding barrels through parts of Philippines
Filipinos affected are left to pick up the fragments left by Super Typhoon Karding – pieces of their lives brought to the ground by the wind and washed away by the waves.
This is not our country: Flood victims struggle to stay afloat in Karachi shelters
Amid rising diseases and lack of resources, there is little hope for flood affectees to cling on to.
Typhoon Noru brings flash floods, at least 16 dead
A government spokesperson said that ten provinces including Koh Kong, Siem Reap, and Kampong Chhnang were also facing flooding.
Pakistan’s undocumented economy: Benefit or burden during natural disasters?
While there are downsides to having a largely undocumented economy, it does afford Pakistan the flexibility to recover quickly in the wake of a natural disaster.
S’pore plays host to high-profile conferences and industry shakers during F1 week
The Singapore Tourism Board said nearly 90,000 delegates are expected to attend about 25 events held around the same time as the F1 race.
Coffee with cats
Meow House by is a cosy cat cafe that works with local animal rescue shelters and helps stray cats find their forever homes.