The country’s meteorology agency detected 4,508 hotspots on Wednesday morning (Aug 26), with nearly eight in 10 in Kalimantan. President Prabowo Subianto has instructed officials to do more in preventing forest and land fires.  

A viral video showing cabbages being dipped in a formaldehyde solution in northern China to preserve freshness has triggered nationwide inspections and regional concern.

Sixteen areas in Malaysia had unhealthy air quality as at 9am on Wednesday (Aug 26). The country celebrates its 69th National Day on Aug 31.

Pakistan authorities blamed a faulty air conditioner for the blaze.