October 2026
Wildfire Smoke Pollution in Indonesia Causes 3,560 Deaths in September
A study revealed that smoke pollution from wildfires in Indonesia led to an estimated 3,560 deaths in September. This environmental crisis highlights the severe health…
Indonesian Students Protest Government's Response to Wildfires and Economic Challenges
Hundreds of Indonesian students protested against their government's inadequate response to forest fires and the rising cost of living. The protests reflect growing discontent with…
Indonesia Faces Catastrophic Air Quality Crisis Due to El Niño-Driven Peat Fires
Indonesia is experiencing severe air pollution due to El Niño-driven peat fires, affecting air quality across Southeast Asia. This environmental crisis involves local populations and…
Rain Offers Temporary Relief as Southeast Asia Faces Wildfires and Toxic Haze
Rain has provided temporary relief from wildfires in Indonesia, but underground peat fires persist, contributing to toxic haze in Southeast Asia. This situation involves Indonesia's…
Borneo Residents Evacuated as Wildfires Cause Air Quality Crisis
Residents of Palangkaraya, Indonesian Borneo, are struggling to breathe due to wildfire smoke as they are evacuated. Sudarsono is one of those affected by the…
Iran and Indonesia Aim to Strengthen Scientific and Technological Cooperation
Iran and Indonesia are working to enhance their scientific and technological collaboration, focusing on the establishment of science and technology parks and improving academic and…
ASEAN Haze Crisis: Can Indonesia's Leadership Restore Environmental Credibility?
The haze crisis in Indonesia, caused by forest and peatland fires, has affected air quality in neighboring countries like Malaysia and Singapore. Indonesian Defense Minister…
Indonesia Faces Severe Forest Fires and Toxic Haze Crisis
Indonesia is currently facing its worst forest fires and toxic haze in 11 years, impacting air quality and public health. The Indonesian government is involved…
Indonesia Accepts Foreign Aid as Forest Fires Claim Four Lives
Indonesia is facing its worst forest fires in over a decade, resulting in four fatalities. The Indonesian government has announced it will accept foreign assistance…
Wildfires Cause Environmental Crisis in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia
Wildfires are causing an orange haze in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, affecting the environment and air quality. The Indonesian government is involved in managing the crisis.…
Fuel Shortage Causes Long Queues for Drivers in Bali
Drivers in Bali are experiencing long wait times due to a shortage of Indonesia's subsidised Pertalite fuel, highlighting issues in fuel distribution. This situation involves…
Wildfires in Indonesia's Borneo: A Crisis for Residents and the Environment
Indonesian Borneo is experiencing severe wildfires that have led to significant air pollution, affecting local residents. The situation highlights environmental challenges faced by countries reliant…
Firefly Cancels Flights to Singapore Amid Severe Haze Crisis
Malaysia's Firefly airline has canceled flights to Singapore due to severe haze caused by Indonesian fires, which has made both Singapore and Kuala Lumpur among…
Indonesian Wildfires Cause Haze Crisis in Malaysia and Singapore
Haze from Indonesian wildfires has affected Malaysia and Singapore for over a month, leading to school closures and increased respiratory issues. The situation highlights environmental…