Air Pollution From Fires Killed 3,560 People in Indonesia in September, Report Finds
3,560 people died as a result of air pollution from fires in Indonesia in September alone, a new report shows.
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Indonesia’s Toxic Haze Spreads to Malaysia, Singapore and East Timor as 280,000 Seek Treatment
Thick, polluted air has hung over Indonesia for weeks and is now spreading across the region. At least 280,000 people have sought medical attention for breathing difficulties, according to the country's health authorities.
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Orangutans rescued from forest fires in Indonesia’s Sumatra and Borneo regions
Orangutans are threatened by forest fires in parts of Sumatra and Borneo in Indonesia. Several animals have been rescued in risky operations.
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Orangutans Found in Laundry Basket During Thai Smuggling Arrest
Thai police have detained a man suspected of having smuggled endangered orangutans into the country.
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Indonesia Bus Crash Leaves at Least 12 Dead
A bus in Indonesia with 30-odd passengers crashed. The bus got a fault in the brakes and a large number of those on board were killed or injured.
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Elephant Calf Rescued – Has Lost Its Mother
An elephant calf that lost its mother at a palm oil plantation has been rescued by Indonesian authorities. Now, one hopes that it will be able to be reunited with its family.
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Had sex - sentenced to 85 lashes
Two Indonesian men have been sentenced to public flogging since they were found guilty of having had a sexual relationship.
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