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Extreme weather
Heatwave hits Europe: 40 drown in France trying to cool down in ‘climate chaos’
Europe swelters through record-high temperatures with governments having to take measures to try to reduce the impact.
23 Jun 2026 - 9:25PM
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Donald Trump
US attorney backs Trump on Washington pool ‘vandalising’, vows prosecutions
22 Jun 2026 - 4:19PM
Climate change
‘Unprecedented’ Europe heatwave intensifies as temperatures pass 40 degrees
22 Jun 2026 - 7:58PM
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Indonesia
Indonesian police foil turtle-smuggling ring in Bali, rescue 21 live animals
One man has been charged under Indonesia’s wildlife protection laws, and faces up to 15 years’ jail and huge fines if found guilty.
19 Jun 2026 - 11:10PM
The Philippines
Deadly Philippines quake permanently alters Mindanao coastline
The tectonic forces that caused last week’s 7.8-magnitude quake also thrust chunks of the island’s coastline about two metres upwards.
19 Jun 2026 - 6:13PM
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Malaysia
How a surge in midnight sea incursions is threatening Malaysia’s blue economy
The success of Malaysia’s maritime economic development depends on its ability to monitor and protect its waters, experts say.
19 Jun 2026 - 11:59AM
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Hong Kong environmental issues
Green group urges Hong Kong to cut excessive e-commerce packaging waste
The Green Earth urges Hong Kong to align with mainland Chinese packaging limits after study estimates city generated 2.7 million kg of waste.
18 Jun 2026 - 1:00PM
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China energy security
How China plans to make heavy industry greener through higher costs
Beijing’s latest road map aims to cut carbon emissions by 200 million tonnes by 2028 – but analysts say implementation may vary across regions.
16 Jun 2026 - 5:52PM
Trending in China
China’s Miao people believe trees symbolise human birth, hardship, death
Particular vegetation plays central role in lives of a 10-million-strong ethnic group; people who secretly fell them are penalised by community.
16 Jun 2026 - 2:51PM
The Philippines
Deadly Mindanao quake raised seabed, causing marine die-off
The 7.8-magnitude tremor on Monday killed at least 61 people in the Philippines and left at least 40 people missing.
14 Jun 2026 - 5:30PM
Hong Kong society
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Hong Kong’s domestic helpers need safe places to work and play
As climate change intensifies and urban space dwindles, migrant workers’ needs must be prioritised.
14 Jun 2026 - 4:30PM
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Hong Kong economy
Can 150kg drones carry cement and bricks? Hong Kong is putting them to the test
Development Bureau says initiative will help government develop policies as part of push for ‘low-altitude economy’.
13 Jun 2026 - 9:00AM
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Hong Kong tourism
Can Hong Kong cash in on ecotourism without trashing its natural treasures?
With more visitors seeking outdoor experiences in Hong Kong, how do authorities protect the landscapes they are promoting?
12 Jun 2026 - 8:33AM
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Extreme weather
El Nino is back – and it could be ‘one for the history books’
The weather event – which can bring droughts, floods and record temperatures – has officially arrived, and could grow to peak strength.
12 Jun 2026 - 12:52PM
Hong Kong society
Board backs proposal to give temple, mosque highest level of heritage protection
Hung Shing Temple in Wan Chai and Stanley Mosque should be classified as statutory monuments, Antiquities Advisory Board says.
12 Jun 2026 - 1:07AM
Hong Kong environmental issues
Proposed Sai Kung marine park to cover most coral reefs: Hong Kong authorities
Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department also says underwater mapping technology used to assess coral coverage.
10 Jun 2026 - 9:38PM
Singapore
Forget air-con, Singapore looks underground for a cooler future
The rapidly warming city state has among the highest per capita use of air conditioners in the Asia-Pacific.
9 Jun 2026 - 9:27AM
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The Philippines
Mindanao quake a stark reminder of Metro Manila’s ‘Big One’ threat: experts
Limited evacuation routes in densely populated Metro Manila would make rapid, orderly evacuation a major challenge, disaster planners warn.
8 Jun 2026 - 9:39PM
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South Korea
Young South Koreans embrace ‘plogging’ to cope with climate anxiety
‘Plogging’ – a mix of the Swedish phrase for ‘picking up’ and the English word ‘jogging’ – has become a hot activity for eco-anxious youth.
6 Jun 2026 - 10:36AM
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Japan
How everyday cooking oil is helping Japan fight an aviation fuel crisis
Japan is hoping the ‘Fry to Fly’ project will help its goal of procuring a tenth of airline fuel from sustainable sources by 2030.
6 Jun 2026 - 9:07AM
US-China relations
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Energy now a focus of US-China contest of the century
As China and the US race towards energy dominance, attention to climate resilience and resource security can ensure positive outcomes for all.
6 Jun 2026 - 5:30AM
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Conservation
Asia’s marine pledges face credibility test at global ocean conference
Experts say even as momentum on ocean commitments grows in Asia, gaps in implementation and delivery remain.
5 Jun 2026 - 8:00PM
New Zealand
New Zealand’s Wellington hit by ‘disgusting’ deluge of faeces after storm
The capital city’s utilities company said crews were working to remove debris and disinfect the homes.
5 Jun 2026 - 11:29AM
Indonesia
A hidden ecological shift is sparking a wave of crocodile attacks in Indonesia
Logging and other deforestation activities have led to an increased likelihood of human-wildlife conflicts.
5 Jun 2026 - 10:07AM
Hong Kong economy
Booking system considered to protect popular Hong Kong hiking trail from crowds
More people than expected visited scenic Po Pin Chau during recent holiday peaks.
4 Jun 2026 - 4:59PM
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Artificial intelligence
Want to save the planet? Stop being so polite to AI chatbots
UN report reveals massive energy, water, and e-waste footprint, urging sustainable practices as AI usage skyrockets.
3 Jun 2026 - 10:48PM
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Extreme weather
‘On our doorstep’: UN warns world to prepare for El Nino extreme weather
UN chief warns that the phenomenon, expected within months, will ‘pour fuel on the fire’ of global heating.
3 Jun 2026 - 1:40PM
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Climate change
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Are we on the verge of another nuclear age?
Industry leaders predict China will become the world’s largest nuclear power producer by 2030.
2 Jun 2026 - 12:51PM
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