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Indonesia Study Disputes UN Data On Peat Fire Emissions
A study shows that the 2015 Indonesian peat fires released less carbon dioxide than projected by UN climate experts—but discharged more potentially hazardous gases.
Carbon Emissions From Indonesia Forest Fires Hit New High
Indonesia’s carbon emissions from the 2015 forest fires were bigger than the daily emissions rate of the whole European Union, a study reveals.
Fossilized Fireplace Holds Clues To ‘Hobbit’ Extinction
An ancient fireplace found in Liang Bua in Indonesia sheds new light on the demise of Homo floresiensis, the diminutive cousins of modern humans.
Singapore Expedition To Study 2012 Great Earthquake
The month-long voyage seeks to investigate the cause of the largest intraplate earthquake ever recorded in an ocean.
Children In Poor Nations Slow In Developing Basic Skills
Many children in low- and middle-income countries are not acquiring fast enough the skills that shape later-life health, productivity and well-being, according to a study.
7 Must-Read Stories In June 2016
From the conservation of giant clams to choosing between the clinic or the courtroom, these are the stories you enjoyed the most in June.
MIT Technology Review’s Regional ‘Innovators Under 35’ Returns
Innovators under the age of 35 from Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand and Taiwan can now apply for the regional 2017 Innovators Under 35 list.
LED Technology Helps Monitor Safety At Construction Sites
By turning blue, yellow or red, the LED device can indicate irregularities and titlting at building sites—useful in countries with low literacy rates.
Asia’s Thirst For Baby Formula Milk Raises Health Concerns
An unquenchable thirst for infant and baby formula in China and Southeast Asia is raising concerns about the health of millions of mothers and their babies.
