News & Insights Across Asia
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Extreme weather wreaks havoc worldwide as rescuers in southern India search through mud and debris after landslides kill at least 151 people. California faces wildfires amidst ongoing global weather crises.
Nandagang Migratory Bird Habitat in north China’s Hebei Province is a vital oasis for migratory birds along the East Asian-Australasian Flyway, recently recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Heavy rainfall in central China’s Hunan Province since July 26 has affected 1.15 million people, causing significant economic losses and displacing thousands, local authorities report.
On July 31, 2024, we celebrate World Ranger Day under the theme “30 by 30,” honoring the brave rangers who protect our planet’s biodiversity, often at great personal risk.
A severe drought in Sicily has devastated grain fields and left livestock without pasture. Damages reach 2.7 billion euros. Farmers struggle to feed and water their animals.
Beijing is on high alert as heavy downpours lash the city, prompting several districts to issue an orange alert and suspend train services. Authorities warn residents to take precautions amid rising rainfall.
Severe wildfires in Northern California and Colorado have prompted evacuations and health alerts, as firefighters battle the largest blazes of the year amid record-breaking hot and dry conditions.
Recent studies reveal that China’s Qinghai-Xizang Plateau continues to serve as a vital carbon sink, playing a crucial role in combating climate change despite global warming and wetter conditions.
China allocates 238 million yuan ($33.35 million) to support disaster relief and restore agricultural production in flood-stricken regions, amid ongoing efforts to mitigate the impact of severe weather.
The Yalu River estuary in Liaoning Province is a vital habitat for migratory birds, serving as a crucial stopover on the East Asian-Australasian Flyway and recently recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The UN plans to assist 2.4 million people projected to be affected by severe flooding in South Sudan, providing health services, shelter, and food as the region braces for the worst floods in 60 years.
Severe flooding and dike breaches in central China’s Hunan Province have forced evacuations and spurred extensive rescue operations amid heavy rainfall.
Continuous heat waves across southern and eastern Europe have led to surging electricity demand, causing power outages and water shortages as infrastructure struggles under unprecedented pressure.
China’s Yangtze River is experiencing its third flood of 2024 due to Typhoon Gaemi, with water levels at Lianhuatang hydrological station reaching warning levels, prompting flood-relief efforts.
On International Tiger Day, we explore the critical need to protect Asia’s wild tigers, the majestic symbols of strength and biodiversity now facing extinction.
Off-road enthusiasts are flocking to north China’s Badain Jaran Desert to conquer its towering dunes and explore its hidden lakes, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
China’s National Meteorological Center has issued an orange alert, warning of heavy rainstorms across multiple regions, including Beijing, Hebei, and Guangdong, with up to 280mm of rainfall expected in some areas.
Residents of Hekou Township in Xiangtan County, Hunan Province are being evacuated after a dike breach expanded to over 30 meters on Monday, local authorities report.
Studies reveal that China’s Xizang Autonomous Region remains one of the world’s most ecologically pristine areas, with significant improvements in environmental conservation and wildlife populations.
A fatal landslide in Yuelin Village, Hengyang, Hunan Province, has resulted in 15 deaths and six injuries. Rescue teams have been dispatched as emergency response operations intensify.