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Heatwave

Kenya’s John Korir shatters Boston Marathon course record

Athletics - Boston Marathon - Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. - April 20, 2026 Kenya's John Korir celebrates with a trophy after winning the men's elite race REUTERS/Brian Snyder
Athletics - Boston Marathon - Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. - April 20, 2026 Kenya's John Korir celebrates with a trophy after winning the men's elite race REUTERS/Brian Snyder

Eight taken to hospital after South Korea marathon held in 30 deg C

Forum: Give heat-safe water bottles to those working in hot sun

Bangkok heat index stays in danger zone for 18 straight days

When the heat index reaches 42 deg C to 51.9 deg C, it is classified as “danger”.
When the heat index reaches 42 deg C to 51.9 deg C, it is classified as “danger”.

Thailand could become as hot as the Sahara by 2070, research shows

A Thai man protects himself from the sun during hot weather in Bangkok, Thailand on March 30, 2026.
A Thai man protects himself from the sun during hot weather in Bangkok, Thailand on March 30, 2026.

‘Cruelly hot’: Japan devises new term for days with temperatures of 40 deg C or more

The new word, kokushobi, was included in the lexicon due to a recent high frequency of days exceeding 40 deg C.
The new word, kokushobi, was included in the lexicon due to a recent high frequency of days exceeding 40 deg C.

Malaysia’s dry spell to persist until June, with temperatures soaring to 37.5 deg C: Minister

The heatwave has already begun to deplete vital water reserves in Malaysia.
The heatwave has already begun to deplete vital water reserves in Malaysia.

Vietnam braces itself for extreme heat as forecasters warn of worsening conditions

Motorbike riders in Hue City wear sun-protective gear as they travel along Tran Hung Dao Street amid the intense heatwave.
Motorbike riders in Hue City wear sun-protective gear as they travel along Tran Hung Dao Street amid the intense heatwave.

Bangkok’s cooling centres draw 59k visitors in two weeks amid extreme heat

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration urged the public to closely monitor symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, headaches, rapid pulse or unusual sweating patterns.
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration urged the public to closely monitor symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, headaches, rapid pulse or unusual sweating patterns.

Green Pulse Podcast

How can Singapore beat the heat and high electricity prices without aircon?

Turning up the aircon might be the easiest way to beat the upcoming May heat, but consider how Singapore's new National Adaptation Plan and practical, daily hacks can help you stay cool without spiking your energy bills.
Turning up the aircon might be the easiest way to beat the upcoming May heat, but consider how Singapore's new National Adaptation Plan and practical, daily hacks can help you stay cool without spiking your energy bills.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.