Asia

July in many parts of Asia can be incredibly hot and humid, but there are several destinations across the continent where you can escape the intense heat and enjoy a more temperate climate. From the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas…
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Sizzling heat across Asia and the Middle East in late April that echoed last year’s destructive swelter was made 45 times more likely in some parts of the continent because of human-caused climate change, a study Tuesday found. Scorching…
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Asia is a vast and diverse continent, teeming with natural wonders, architectural marvels, and cultural landmarks that offer breathtaking vistas and captivating scenes for photography enthusiasts. From vibrant cityscapes to serene…
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As the number of climate disasters increase, more people are being forced to flee their homes, especially in Asia. A record 32.6 million internal displacements were associated with disasters in 2022 — that's 41% higher than the annual…
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The coronavirus pandemic and rise in cost of living have pushed close to 70 million more people in developing Asia into extreme poverty as of last year, the Asian Development Bank said, eroding efforts to combat deprivation. In a new…
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According to a new report, released on Thursday (July 27), by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Asia is the world’s most disaster-prone region and it experienced 81 weather, climate and water-related disasters in 2022. These…
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The sex tourism sector is booming. Instead of travelling for money or other material gains, some people travel to diverse locations to engage in physical contact with the locals. Sex tourists have made a lot of locations their favourite…
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Asia remains in the grip of a blistering heat wave, chiming with predictions from climate scientists that 2023 could be the world’s hottest year. In an ominous sign ahead of the northern hemisphere summer, an emerging El Nino weather…
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Authorities in Thailand warned residents across the country, including the capital Bangkok, to avoid going outdoors amid record-breaking heatwave. This comes as many parts of Asia are reporting extreme heat this month, with high…
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Analysts at Fitch Ratings have suggested the catastrophe bond market will continue to develop given a rise in catastrophic events amid climate change. The demand for bonds issued via private placement by ILS is rising, suggests Fitch, with…
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