News & Insights Across Asia
Los Angeles residents feel the impact of wildfire smoke as officials warn that conditions could worsen with upcoming Santa Ana winds. Health concerns rise amid uncertain air quality conditions.
Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again on Wednesday, spewing ash that worsened air quality and affected thousands of residents.
Mount Lewotobi in East Nusa Tenggara erupted again, worsening air quality and causing respiratory issues. Authorities distributed face masks and set up evacuation centers for 12,000 evacuees.
Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again, sending ash up to three kilometers high and worsening air quality, affecting residents and prompting evacuation efforts.
New data reveals significant improvements in China’s air and water quality during the first nine months of 2024, highlighting the nation’s ongoing efforts in environmental protection.
Smoke from intense wildfires in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest is choking major cities and spreading to neighboring countries.
China and Europe have seen a significant drop in PM2.5 levels in 2023 due to decreased human-made emissions, according to a new WMO report highlighting improvements in air quality and ongoing challenges.
Chinese scientists have launched the China Air Pollution Data Center (CAPDC), a bilingual platform for sharing comprehensive air quality data aimed at enhancing research and management.
An unusual haze of Saharan dust covered Switzerland and southeastern France, leading to health warnings and reduced air quality. The rare event is expected to subside by Sunday.
Bangladesh and Pakistan ranked among the world’s most polluted countries in 2023, with air quality levels far exceeding WHO guidelines, raising health and economic concerns in South Asia.
South China’s Hainan Province accelerates its green development, achieving historic air quality improvements and building a modern green industrial system to support high-quality growth.
Improved air quality in China’s Jing-Jin-Ji region is reigniting passion for stargazing, offering clearer skies for astronomy enthusiasts like Yang Jing.
With wildfires intensifying due to climate change, one in four Americans now breathes unhealthy air. Experts warn that current environmental regulations are insufficient to combat this growing threat.
Beijing increased its forest coverage to 44.9% in 2023, planting 1,000 hectares of trees and opening new parks, reflecting significant ecological progress and commitment to environmental sustainability.
For nearly a decade, Wang Ruchun has photographed Shijiazhuang’s sky each morning, documenting the city’s air quality improvement from haze to blue skies.