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Oct 20
05:54
CN CGTN state media
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 …
Oct 20
03:56
MY Free Malaysia Today
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.
Oct 20
02:56
CN CGTN state media
China
UN biodiversity conference begins formal sessions in Armenia
UN biodiversity conference begins formal sessions in Armenia
Oct 20
01:46
TL Tatoli state media
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 …
Oct 20
00:21
TL Tatoli state media
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 …
Oct 19
23:00
MY Free Malaysia Today
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.
Oct 19
23:00
MY Malay Mail
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...
Oct 19
18:02
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
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 …
Oct 19
17:34
KH Khmer Times
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 …
Oct 19
16:05
PH The Manila Times
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 …
Oct 19
12:39
PH The Manila Times
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 …
Oct 19
10:11
MY Malay Mail
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...
Oct 19
10:04
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Data centre bill to be drafted for Cabinet next year, says Akmal
The bill, among others, will address utility constraints and avoid imbalances in environmental impact.
Oct 19
09:04
CN CGTN state media
China
M-CHAIN: Cross-border science for mountain hazard risk governance
M-CHAIN: Cross-border science for mountain hazard risk governance
Oct 19
08:19
MY Malay Mail
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...
Oct 19
07:33
JP The Japan Times
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.
Oct 19
04:48
PH The Manila Times
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, …
Oct 19
04:45
TH The Thaiger
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 …
Oct 19
03:49
CN CGTN state media
China
COP17 opens in Armenia for global progress review
COP17 opens in Armenia for global progress review
Oct 19
02:47
MY Free Malaysia Today
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.
Oct 19
01:42
MY Free Malaysia Today
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.
Oct 19
01:26
MY Malay Mail
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...
Oct 18
17:26
KH Khmer Times
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 …
Oct 18
14:56
MY Free Malaysia Today
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.
Oct 18
13:06
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Flood victims in four states go home
Only two relief centres remained open, housing 200 victims in the Matang area of Perak.
Oct 18
12:08
MY Malay Mail
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...
Oct 18
10:39
TH The Thaiger
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 …
Oct 18
10:17
PH The Manila Times
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 …
Oct 18
09:41
MY Malay Mail
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...
Oct 18
08:03
MY Free Malaysia Today
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.
Oct 18
07:43
MY Free Malaysia Today
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.
Oct 18
06:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
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 …
Oct 18
05:00
TH The Thaiger
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 …
Oct 18
03:50
MY Malay Mail
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...
Oct 18
03:20
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
More flood victims evacuated in Perak, Penang
About 400 people from 147 families are being housed at four relief centres in Perak, while 37 victims are taking shelter at SK Seri Penanti in Seberang Perai.
Oct 18
00:29
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
25 areas still with unhealthy air quality
Johor, where schools are closed, continues to be the worst-hit state as of 8am today.
Oct 17
22:25
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
'Champi' now a super typhoon
MANILA, Philippines — "Champi" has turned into a super typhoon, said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa)."The typhoon with the international name Champi intensified and has become a super …
Oct 17
18:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Solar-powered water pumps seen to help save rice crops in Ilocos Norte
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) in the Ilocos region turned over three solar-powered irrigation projects in Piddig, Ilocos Norte, to improve water access for farmers and boost …
Oct 17
18:00
SG Mothership
Singapore
S'pore-listed palm oil producer faces inquiry by Indonesia govt, others deny involvement & cite El Niño
Singapore Exchange Regulation has, over the years, strengthened its ESG disclosure and reporting standards.
Oct 17
16:08
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Quimbo pushes water management legislation
​MARIKINA 2nd District Rep. Stella Quimbo called on the Senate to pass the proposed National Water Resources Management Act to bolster water security amid a looming super El Niño.​”Water security is not …