Weather

Highest heavy rain warning issued in central Japan, mudslides reported

A heavy rain warning was issued for some areas in the Fukui Prefecture on Aug 30.

Malaysia may only see clearer skies in October, says experts

Malaysia’s skies could clear even while fires continued to burn in Sumatra and Kalimantan, as a change in prevailing winds would alter the direction in which the smoke drifted.

Special heavy rain warning issued for areas in Ishikawa, Toyama prefectures

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 5 warning, the highest warning for heavy rain, indicating that a disaster has likely occurred or is imminent.

Playgrounds in Jakarta too hot for play as experts urge design rethink

The main play structure at Embung Jagakarsa open green space in Jagakarsa, South Jakarta, stands tall under direct sunlight with no shade above it, as seen on Aug 10.

Japan to extend weather forecasts in response to climate change

Like elsewhere, human-induced climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of dangerous weather in Japan, scientists say.

Rare tornado in southwestern France injures dozens, damages homes

View of a damaged car and debris from destroyed houses a day after a tornado struck the village of Pomas, near Carcassonne, in the Aude department, southern France, August 25, 2026. REUTERS/Manon Cruz

Haze hits unhealthy levels across 30 areas in Malaysia

A total of 37 areas across Malaysia recorded moderate air quality, while zero areas reported “good” air readings.

It’s hot out, you should be eating hot soup

A bowl of bun bo hue, a Vietnamese noodle soup. Millions of people across the world’s hottest places have long known the best way to cool down in the summer is to eat hotter.

Homes submerged, tens of thousands relocated in China’s south as flooding intensifies

Saudel is expected to pass to the north of Taiwan and dump water on its north starting late on Aug 27 and into Aug 28.

Tornado tears through French village, injuring dozens

Damaged houses after a tornado struck Pomas in south-western France, on Aug 24.

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