Over 71% of Indonesians identify as Muslim, and for decades, the annual mudik – the homecoming tradition preceding Eid al-Fitr – has been a defining feature of the nation’s cultural landscape. But this year, and increasingly in years to come, the journey home is becoming a gamble against the elements. Recent reports detail how disasters … Read more
Thailand is bracing for another potentially dangerous hot season, with the Department of Disease Control (DDC) issuing a stark warning about the risks of heatstroke. While 182 heat-related cases and 21 deaths were recorded in 2025, these numbers are likely a significant underestimate of the true impact, given challenges in reporting and access to healthcare … Read more
Jakarta has extended its weather modification efforts to curb intense rainfall and prevent flooding in the capital and surrounding satellite cities until Feb. 2. The Jakarta Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) has been dispersing salt and quicklime into clouds as part of the operation. Jakarta Extends Cloud Seeding Operation On Tuesday, the BPBD dispersed 3.2 tonnes … Read more