News & Insights Across Asia
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Japan will begin its fifth release of nuclear-contaminated wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the ocean on April 19, Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) announced.
Ten spotted seals have been released into the wild off Dalian’s coast in northeast China’s Liaoning Province after rehabilitation and training, marking a significant step in marine conservation efforts.
CGTN’s documentary “The Call of Glaciers” wins silver at the 2024 New York Festivals TV & Film Awards, highlighting the impact of climate change on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau through a young Tibetan girl’s journey.
Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is experiencing its most severe coral bleaching on record, raising significant concerns over marine life and the impact of climate change on vital ecosystems.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed is on a diplomatic mission to China, aiming to bring pandas back to the city’s zoo, strengthen ties with China, and boost tourism and economic growth.
The ecological restoration of Taihu Lake in Zhejiang Province has improved water quality and sparked economic growth, boosting industries like tourism and outdoor sports.
Record heat in Côte d’Ivoire is decimating cocoa crops, threatening global supply and impacting Asia’s chocolate industry. Asian businesses and investors brace for potential shortages and price hikes.
Asian coral reefs face unprecedented bleaching due to rising ocean temperatures, threatening marine life and coastal economies. Experts call for urgent action to protect these vital ecosystems.
The U.S. Department of Commerce will grant Samsung up to $6.4 billion to expand its Texas chip production facilities, aiming to strengthen domestic semiconductor manufacturing and national security.
Discover the rare wildlife of Hainan’s Bawangling Rainforest, home to the critically endangered Hainan gibbon, Hainan partridge, and clouded leopard in China’s tropical paradise.
Severe flooding in Russia’s Kurgan region has submerged over 300 houses and nearly 700 plots, prompting urgent evacuations near the border with Kazakhstan.
At least 41 people have died across Pakistan due to severe storms and lightning strikes since Friday. Authorities warn of landslides and flash floods as more rain is expected in coming days.
Kunming Botanical Garden is hosting its first orchid show from April 1 to May 31, 2024, featuring over 200 orchid species in full bloom.
Discover Hainan Island’s Jianfengling rainforest, home to ancient plants like Alsophila, mesmerizing treefall gaps, and rich biodiversity.
China’s National Meteorological Center has issued a blue alert for sandstorms sweeping across northern regions, urging residents to take precautions as strong winds carry dust and sand.
A groundbreaking study reveals that soil inorganic carbon, previously underestimated, plays a significant role in the global carbon cycle, challenging conventional views.
An international team of scientists has discovered that soil inorganic carbon accounts for a significant portion of global carbon storage, challenging previous assumptions.
Fossils of a 170-million-year-old herbivorous reptile were discovered in China’s Three Gorges area, offering new insights into Middle Jurassic life.
Beijing’s terrestrial wildlife species have increased from 608 to 612, with four new bird species added. The city’s ecological improvements are attracting rare and endangered birds during migration seasons.
Beijing’s terrestrial wildlife species have increased from 608 to 612, including 519 bird species, showcasing the city’s ongoing ecological improvements and conservation efforts.
