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Headlines from the outlets of the region and the specialist cyber press, newest first, one row per story. Headlines in other languages are machine-translated into English; the mark after them gives the language, and the original is underneath. The last 30 days unless you set dates. How translation and stories work · Which outlets, by country
481–520 of 592 stories (632 articles)
List every article · Times in UTC| Oct 20 11:26 |
Indonesia |
Irrigation strengthened amid El Nino to support food security: RI Govt
Indonesia is strengthening irrigation amid El Nino to keep farms supplied with water and safeguard food ...
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| Oct 20 09:14 |
Malaysia |
Indonesia’s burned land doubles in September as fires rage, data shows
Indonesia's cumulative burned area was 895,650 hectares in August, but that jumped to 1.92 million hectares by the end of September.
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| Oct 20 08:48 |
Malaysia |
Malaysia looks to put durians on the fast track to China by road, rail in three to four days
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — The government is stepping up negotiations with several countries in the region to facilita...
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| Oct 20 08:30 |
Malaysia |
Govt discusses measures to tackle glut of imported vegetables hurting local farmers
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) is in discussions with the Ministry of Inves...
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| Oct 20 07:47 |
Thailand |
One million homes could get 50,000 baht for solar panels
Thailand is moving closer to introducing a 50,000-baht solar panel subsidy for up to one million households after a government screening committee approved a proposed 50-billion-baht funding package. The scheme is expected …
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| Oct 20 07:10 |
Timor-Leste |
Timor-Leste Haze: Air quality improves as pollution levels fall
DILI, 20 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Air quality in Timor-Leste has improved after days of haze, with pollutant concentrations in Díli, the country’s capital, falling by more than 50%, according to the …
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| Oct 20 06:20 |
Timor-Leste |
Timor-Leste to submit report on haze pollution to ASEAN
DÍLI, 20 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Timor-Leste will prepare a report on the impact of transboundary haze pollution and share it with other Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states to …
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| Oct 20 05:54 |
China |
China hands over 150 housing units in Antigua and Barbuda
Recently, a handover ceremony for a project of 150 low-cost housing units, aided by China, was held in St. John's, the capital of Antigua and Barbuda, marking another significant achievement in the …
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| Oct 20 03:56 |
Malaysia |
AGC opposes activists’ bid to enforce Malaysia’s forest cover pledge
High Court will decide on Dec 9 whether six activists can proceed with their judicial review bid after hearing submissions from both sides.
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| Oct 20 02:56 |
China |
UN biodiversity conference begins formal sessions in Armenia
UN biodiversity conference begins formal sessions in Armenia
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| Oct 20 01:46 |
Timor-Leste |
Aid cuts forcing fossil fuel dependence in Timor-Leste
By: Aaron Bunch DÍLI, 20 October 2026 (TATOLI) – Timor-Leste has no choice but to rely on diesel to power its electricity grid, President Jose Ramos-Horta has told an Australian clean energy …
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| Oct 20 00:21 |
Timor-Leste |
President Ramos-Horta defends fossil fuel development as economic lifeline for climate transition
DÍLI, 19 October 2026 (TATOLI) – Speaking at the Global Citizen NOW: Perth 2026 Summit on Monday, President of the Republic and Nobel Peace Laureate José Ramos-Horta delivered a pragmatic and unvarnished …
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| Oct 19 23:00 |
Malaysia |
In haze-hit Johor, staying indoors is a luxury delivery riders cannot afford
JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 20 — For delivery riders in Johor, escaping the thick haze that has settled over the state is not...
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| Oct 19 23:00 |
Malaysia |
Johor’s solar-powered book bike takes reading to the people
The mobile initiative aims to spark curiosity, encourage book exchanges and bring reading activities to village communities.
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| Oct 19 18:02 |
Philippines |
Cayetano: Taguig flood control project contractor ‘messed up’ in geotag
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano said on Monday that the mix-up in the coordinates of a flood control project billed to Taguig City, which pointed to Leyte, was …
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| Oct 19 17:34 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia launches $4M pollution-cutting plan
Cambodia has launched a $4 million programme to reduce super pollutants, targeting methane, black carbon and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) to improve air quality, protect public health and combat climate change. The post Cambodia …
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| Oct 19 16:05 |
Philippines |
Senators push urgent action as Super El Niño looms
SENATORS urged the government to accelerate preparations for a potentially severe El Niño in 2027, warning of threats to water supplies, food security, public health and livelihoods while calling for concrete measures …
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| Oct 19 12:39 |
Philippines |
'Champi' re-intensifies into super typhoon
MANILA, Philippines — "Champi" re-intensified into a super typhoon, said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).It said on Facebook that "Champi" had re-intensified into a super typhoon as of …
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| Oct 19 10:11 |
Malaysia |
Data Centre Bill to go to Cabinet in 2027, says Akmal Nasrullah
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 19 — The government plans to draft the Digital Infrastructure (Data Centre) Bill for submission to...
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| Oct 19 09:04 |
China |
M-CHAIN: Cross-border science for mountain hazard risk governance
M-CHAIN: Cross-border science for mountain hazard risk governance
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| Oct 19 08:19 |
Malaysia |
Wan Saiful urges Putrajaya to consider shutting pig farms, says imported pork ‘safer’, may be cheaper
PETALING JAYA, Oct 19 — Opposition lawmaker Wan Saiful Wan Jan today urged the federal government to consider shut...
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| Oct 19 07:33 |
Japan |
World faces nature reality check at U.N. biodiversity conference
Scientists say many of the broader goals needed to halt biodiversity loss remain well off track.
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| Oct 19 04:48 |
Philippines |
'Champi' to re-intensify into 'super typhoon' as it enters PAR — Pagasa
MANILA, Philippines —Typhoon Champi maintained its strength as it continued to approach the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Monday.In the tropical cyclone advisory issued today at 11 a.m., the Philippine Atmospheric, …
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| Oct 19 04:45 |
Thailand |
Thailand video news | Thailand seeks another 10.5 billion baht for flood victims, Pattaya cafe owner buys suspected burglar a beer before police arrest
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring you the latest stories from across the country. Thailand has paid out billions of baht in flood relief but is now looking for billions …
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| Oct 19 03:49 |
China |
COP17 opens in Armenia for global progress review
COP17 opens in Armenia for global progress review
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| Oct 19 02:47 |
Malaysia |
Nations seek reset at UN talks as nature goals off track
Most countries pledged four years ago to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030, but governments have been slow to fulfil their commitments.
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| Oct 19 01:42 |
Malaysia |
Haze persists in central, southern peninsula
Johan Setia recorded an API reading of 172 at 9am as Malaysia enters its third month of transboundary haze.
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| Oct 19 01:26 |
Malaysia |
Flood victim count at PPS records slight increase; Royal Malaysian Navy sends 100 personnel to Pangkor
IPOH, Oct 19 — A total of 156 flood victims from 50 families are seeking shelter at relief centres (PPS) in t...
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| Oct 18 17:26 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia calls for global biodiversity financing
Cambodia called for stronger global financing mechanisms, resource mobilisation and international cooperation to address biodiversity loss, reaffirming its commitment to protecting nature and implementing global biodiversity targets, at the Leaders’ Summit on …
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| Oct 18 14:56 |
Malaysia |
Navy deploys 100 personnel and five boats for flood relief
Three fast combat boats, two rigid-hull inflatables were deployed and a naval helicopter placed on standby to support relief efforts.
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| Oct 18 13:06 |
Malaysia |
Flood victims in four states go home
Only two relief centres remained open, housing 200 victims in the Matang area of Perak.
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| Oct 18 12:08 |
Malaysia |
Flood relief centres shut in Penang, Pahang and Kedah, Perak keeps two open
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — Most temporary flood relief centres (PPS) in Penang, Pahang, Kedah and Perak were closed to...
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| Oct 18 10:39 |
Thailand |
Thailand pursues US$200 million World Bank loan for clean energy
Thailand is pursuing a US$200 million World Bank loan to fund solar power installations and energy-saving upgrades in public buildings and industrial areas, as part of new clean energy investment plans announced …
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| Oct 18 10:17 |
Philippines |
Oxygen tanks, purifier sales spike as haze crisis hits Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR — Toxic haze from wildfires burning in Indonesia has spiked a demand for oxygen tanks and air purifiers across the region, manufacturers say, as they work the clock on equipment …
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| Oct 18 09:41 |
Malaysia |
Nationwide haze surge pushes API past 150 in 26 areas, Pasir Gudang worst at 182
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — A total of 26 areas nationwide recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of...
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| Oct 18 08:03 |
Malaysia |
China proposes export controls on solar-manufacturing technologies
The commerce ministry says greater oversight is needed because solar technologies are increasingly being used in sensitive sectors such as aerospace and national defence.
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| Oct 18 07:43 |
Malaysia |
Dozens of orangutans rescued from Indonesia’s blazes
The wildfires have triggered a months-long pollution spell that has closed schools and fuelled a surge in respiratory conditions among both humans and animals.
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| Oct 18 06:01 |
Philippines |
NIA turns over 3 solar-powered irrigation projects in Leyte, Samar
TACLOBAN CITY — Three solar-powered irrigation projects in Leyte and Samar were turned over to local farmers early this week, providing a more reliable water supply for 42 hectares of farmland as …
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| Oct 18 05:00 |
Thailand |
Thailand pays 5.2 billion baht in flood relief, seeks 10.5 billion baht more
Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has paid out 5.2 billion baht (US$156 million) in flood relief to 683,286 households, and will ask the Cabinet on Tuesday, October 20, for …
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| Oct 18 03:50 |
Malaysia |
Selangor studying retention ponds, drainage upgrades for Shah Alam, Klang and Kajang, says exco
KLANG, Oct 18 — The Selangor state government is conducting a detailed study to identify critical locations for ne...
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