Archive: 8 September 2026
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Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:20 WIB
Mbah Rono Discusses Volcanic Ash from Eruptions and Its Dangers
Volcanologist Surono, known as Mbah Rono, has warned that as Mount Anak Krakatau grows larger, its magma chamber also expands, increasing the potential power of future eruptions. He noted that volcanic ash has already affected operations at Soekarno-Hatta Airport and could do so again, including at Raden Inten Airport. He emphasised that the ash reaching these areas is fine windborne material rather than direct eruptive deposits.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:19 WIB
Democrats Insist AHY's Speech on Power Is Unrelated to the 2029 Presidential Election
The Democratic Party has rejected Golkar deputy chairman Ahmad Doli Kurnia's suggestion that Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono's remarks on the limits of power signal his readiness to contest the 2029 presidential election. The party stressed that AHY's speech concerned broad ideas of responsibility to the people and reaffirmed his support for President Prabowo Subianto's programmes.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:18 WIB
Capital Market Investors Andry Hakim and Seiya Kawakami Officially Join the Democratic Party
Capital market investors Andry Hakim, Seiya Kawakami, Daniel Wiguna and Vincent Liyanto have officially joined the Democratic Party, receiving membership cards from party chairman Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono. Their recruitment reflects the party's push to attract young professionals from various industries ahead of upcoming political contests.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:18 WIB
Foreign Investors Quietly Snap Up These 10 Shares as IHSG Turns Red
Despite the Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) closing 0.25% lower at 6,619.67, foreign investors quietly accumulated select shares, led by PT Bumi Resources (BUMI) with a net foreign buy of Rp180.52 billion. Commodity and energy stocks dominated the list of top net foreign buys, suggesting foreign investors remain upbeat on the sector despite broader market volatility.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:18 WIB
Yesterday in Review: GAK Eruption Ends, 1 Million Tonnes of Rice Allocated to Face El Nino
Indonesia's Geological Agency has declared the end of the 25-hour sustained eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, though seismic activity remains high and is being monitored. The government has added one million tonnes of SPHP rice to stabilise prices during the El Nino-induced dry season, while Customs recorded Rp182.6 trillion in revenue through July 2026.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:14 WIB
Experts Explain Why Negative Thoughts Are Hard to Banish from the Mind
A psychological study led by researchers at Tilburg University and KU Leuven has found that negative interpretations persist because they are reinforced by low mood and rumination. The research, which monitored 179 adults over 14 days, suggests that cognitive flexibility rather than forced positive thinking is key to managing negative thoughts.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:13 WIB
Jakarta Provincial Government Tightens Air Quality Monitoring Amid Mount Anak Krakatau Ashfall
The DKI Jakarta Provincial Government is stepping up air quality monitoring and continuing street and public facility spraying as volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau spreads over the capital. Residents have been urged to remain calm but vigilant, wear KN95 or N95 masks outdoors, and monitor official information channels. The volcano's continuous 25-hour eruption has ended, with three Strombolian eruptions recorded since.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:13 WIB
Galuga Landfill Closed for a Day to Speed Up Fire Extinguishing Efforts
The Bogor Regency Government suspended services at the Galuga landfill in Cibungbulang for one day on 8 September to accelerate firefighting operations at the site. Access roads are being fully dedicated to water distribution and the mobilisation of firefighting teams, with the blaze having spread from adjacent farmland to an old, disused waste disposal area.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:12 WIB
Mount Ili Lewotolok Erupts Again, Thick Ash Column Rises 700 Metres
Mount Ili Lewotolok in East Nusa Tenggara erupted again on Monday afternoon, sending a thick grey ash column some 700 metres above the summit. The volcano remains at Level II (Alert) status, with the Geological Agency warning residents and tourists to stay clear of a two-kilometre exclusion zone and to guard against lava flows and pyroclastic clouds. The latest eruption follows at least two earlier eruptions the previous day and on Sunday.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:11 WIB
Passengers Return to Soekarno-Hatta Airport Following Reopening
Passenger activity at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport has returned to normal after flights were suspended for two days due to the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. Airport operator Angkasa Pura II announced the resumption of operations at 01:30 local time via its official channels. Affected passengers, some of whom endured lengthy delays, expressed relief that flights had resumed.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:10 WIB
TNI Soldiers' Performance Allowance to Rise in 2026 — Here's How Much
The Indonesian government has raised the performance allowance (tukin) for TNI soldiers for the first time in eight years, under Presidential Regulation No. 42 of 2026. The payment index has been increased from 70% to 90% of the national performance allowance value, with monthly amounts ranging from Rp2.5 million for the lowest position class to Rp48.6 million for four-star commanders.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:09 WIB
A shifting decile, citizens who wait
Around 3,283 residents of Surabaya have lodged complaints that their decile position in the National Socio-Economic Single Data (DTSEN) no longer reflects their actual circumstances. The city's Social Affairs Office is conducting field verification before proposing updates to the central government, as decile data underpins eligibility for social protection and education assistance. The complaints highlight the need for state data to keep pace with the changing realities of people's lives.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:07 WIB
Crossings to Sebuku and Sebesi Islands operate normally amid Mount Anak Krakatau activity
Ferry services carrying passengers and logistics from Canti Pier in Rajabasa, South Lampung, to Sebesi and Sebuku Islands continue to operate normally despite Mount Anak Krakatau being on Level III (Alert) status. The operation ensures the continued supply of goods such as rice and the movement of residents while volcanic activity is monitored. Photographs from Monday 7 September 2026 show workers loading motorcycles and rice sacks onto vessels.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:07 WIB
Fire at Galuga Landfill in Bogor, Air Force Helicopters Deployed to Help Extinguish Blaze
A fire broke out at the Galuga landfill area in Cibungbulang, Bogor, beginning on Monday afternoon and escalating overnight. The Bogor Regent said Indonesian Air Force helicopters were deployed for water bombing operations to reach fire points inaccessible to fire engines, whilst ground crews dug barrier trenches to protect the active waste piles. No casualties were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:06 WIB
Viktor Manbait Withdraws as Lawyer for Doctor Icha's Family
Viktor Manbait has stepped down as legal counsel for the family of the late dr. Eliza Princila Utami Pakaenoni, known as Doctor Icha, with the family revoking his power of attorney as of Sunday evening (6/9/2026). The family plans to appoint replacement lawyers and has accused political parties of intervening to prevent the detention of three Timor Tengah Utara regional council members named as suspects. The legal team also intends to report the East Nusa Tenggara police leadership and the Joint Investigation team to the National Police's internal affairs division over suspected ethical breaches.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:06 WIB
Prabowo Urges Police to Take Action Against Corporations Linked to Forest Fires
President Prabowo Subianto has ordered the National Police to pursue legal action against corporations suspected of deliberately setting forest and land fires to clear land for plantations, demanding that their owners be identified and permits revoked where necessary. Police have named 138 suspects across 200 reports and are pursuing action against eight corporations, whilst 18 companies have had permits frozen and 42 licences revoked. Prabowo also called for stronger disaster preparedness, including expanded firefighting capacity and a shift towards prevention.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:05 WIB
Powerful Explosion Rocks Army Base, Seven Dead
A powerful explosion struck a military complex in Viacha, Bolivia, roughly 30 kilometres from La Paz, killing at least seven people, with several others still missing. President Rodrigo Paz said the incident is believed to be an accident linked to the handling of explosives stored at the facility, and the government has declared a national period of mourning.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:01 WIB
Indonesia, Malaysia Police Step Up Fight Against Cross-Border Drug Trafficking
The Indonesian National Police and the Royal Malaysia Police have agreed to strengthen cooperation against cross-border narcotics crimes, focusing on faster information exchange and joint enforcement operations. Polri Drug Crimes Director Brig. Gen. Eko Santoso said the two forces would prioritise intelligence sharing to target drug syndicate masterminds rather than merely couriers, citing the Strait of Malacca and the Kalimantan border with Sabah and Sarawak as key trafficking hotspots. Malaysia also proposed invalidating the passports of Indonesian fugitives found on its soil to enable swifter deportation without lengthy extradition processes.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:00 WIB
5 Facts About the Bag Snatcher of an Indian Woman in Menteng Who Is Now a Suspect
Police in Central Jakarta have arrested Nico Januarkaro (NJ), a repeat offender, for the bag-snatching of an Indian woman in Menteng. NJ acted as the motorbike driver whilst his accomplice RK, who seized the victim's mobile phone, remains at large. The suspect faces up to seven years in prison under Article 477 of Law No. 1 of 2023 on the Criminal Code.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 08:00 WIB
Fine Volcanic Ash Particles Make Breathing Difficult, Asthma Sufferers Must Stay Alert
Volcanic ash from eruptions poses serious health risks, particularly for people with chronic respiratory conditions such as asthma and COPD, according to Prof. Faisal Yunus of the University of Indonesia. Fine particles under one micron can penetrate deep into the lungs' alveoli, disrupting oxygen distribution and potentially triggering acute exacerbations. The warning comes amid widespread ashfall from Mount Anak Krakatau affecting several provinces.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:57 WIB
Latest Update on Volcanic Ash from the Anak Krakatau Eruption
The 25-hour continuous eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau has ended, but volcanic ash continues to disrupt daily life across Sunda Strait regions, affecting airports, air quality and school operations. The government has responded with measures including extended stay permits and overstay fee waivers for affected foreigners, remote learning extensions in Jakarta, and a pledge by President Prabowo Subianto to significantly increase the disaster mitigation budget.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:56 WIB
Indonesia's Bengkulu Exports 19.2 Tons of Coffee Directly to Italy
Kepahiang District in Bengkulu Province has completed its first direct export of 19.2 tons of coffee to Italy, a milestone for the region's flagship commodity. Deputy Governor Mian noted that coffee previously shipped via neighbouring provinces was exported under their names, and stressed the need for sustainable supply with support from Bank Indonesia and stakeholders. The head of Bank Indonesia's Bengkulu office expressed hope the shipment becomes a regular activity, boosting farmer welfare and regional economic value.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:55 WIB
Pramono Plans to Issue Rp 3.5 Trillion Municipal Bonds — What Will the Funds Be Used For?
The Jakarta provincial government, under Governor Pramono Anung, plans to issue Rp 3.5 trillion in municipal bonds by June 2027, coinciding with the city's 500th anniversary, to fund infrastructure such as the LRT, hospitals, schools and flood control. The proposal has been submitted in the 2027 KUA-PPAS budget framework and has received support from the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs. Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said the issuance is legitimate under regional autonomy but questioned its urgency given Jakarta's ample funds.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:54 WIB
How two men survived nine days in a Nepal flood tunnel
Two hydropower workers, Kabir Maharjan and Sanjay Sah, survived nine days trapped in an air-filled chamber beneath a collapsed tunnel after a glacier collapse triggered Nepal's worst flood disaster in decades, killing more than 1,300 people. Their miraculous rescue, achieved through drilling, blasting and improvised engineering, has offered hope for the roughly 121 workers still believed trapped in tunnels along the devastated Trishuli valley.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:53 WIB
Yesterday in politics: Prabowo on aircraft carriers to disaster mitigation funds
President Prabowo Subianto dominated Monday's political news, announcing that an aircraft carrier from Italy will join the Indonesian Navy and be modified to operate helicopters and drones for disaster response. He also ordered a significant increase in disaster mitigation budgets, demanded serious handling of forest fires near the Nusantara Capital (IKN), and instructed that rice assistance continue through to December 2026.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:50 WIB
Moment House XII of the DPR Ejects Jababeka's Representative from Meeting
House Commission XII of the Indonesian Parliament ejected representatives of PT Jababeka Infrastruktur from a public hearing on the wastewater pipe dispute, after the parent company PT Jababeka Tbk failed to attend. Deputy Chair Bambang Haryadi accused Jababeka of insulting the DPR and claimed the company's laboratory results had been manipulated. PT MAP confirmed the ejection, and the meeting has been postponed pending a further summons.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:50 WIB
Before the Eruption, Do Animals Really Show Warning Signs?
Viral videos claim sharks appeared near Lampung's coast before Mount Anak Krakatau's eruption, echoing a long history of reports that animals sense impending disasters. Scientific studies, including observations around the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, suggest animals may detect early seismic, electromagnetic and chemical signals that human early-warning systems miss. Researchers continue to investigate how creatures such as elephants, dogs and livestock appear to react hours before major disasters strike.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:49 WIB
Board of Peace Envoy Says Two-State Solution Impossible If Hamas Is Not Disarmed
Nickolay Mladenov, the Board of Peace's high representative for Gaza, has warned that the two-state solution will become practically impossible without progress in Gaza, including the disarmament of Hamas and an Israeli withdrawal. His comments come amid continued friction, with Prime Minister Netanyahu rejecting the 15-point peace plan whilst Hamas says it is ready to proceed to its second phase.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:48 WIB
Trains Become the Option as Numerous Flights Are Cancelled
The eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau spread volcanic ash across five provinces, forcing the temporary closure of four airports including Soekarno-Hatta. PT Kereta Api Indonesia responded by adding extra services and increasing capacity on regular trains to accommodate stranded passengers. Affected travellers, such as one passenger heading to Southeast Sulawesi, have switched to rail whilst awaiting refund or alternative flights.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:47 WIB
With Strong Market Prospects, SIG Maintains Highest idAAA Rating from Pefindo
PT Pemeringkat Efek Indonesia (Pefindo) has reaffirmed its highest idAAA rating with a Stable outlook for state-owned cement producer PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk, the third consecutive year it has held the grade. The rating reflects SIG's sound financial condition, its strategic role in national development, and its leading market position, supported by debt repayments of Rp2.3 trillion between January and July 2026.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:47 WIB
Passengers Carrying a Body Stranded for Two Days at Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Passengers escorting the body of a relative to Nias were stranded for two days at Soekarno-Hatta Airport after operations were suspended due to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau. The family incurred roughly Rp1.5 million in unexpected additional expenses and faced further delays even after the airport reopened. Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi confirmed that Soekarno-Hatta, Halim Perdanakusuma and Husein Sastranegara airports resumed operations, whilst three others remained closed.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:46 WIB
Acute Respiratory Infections Rise in Lampung Amid Mount Anak Krakatau Volcanic Ash, Latest Count at 76 Cases
Volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau has begun affecting residents' health in parts of Lampung, with cases of acute respiratory infection (ARI/ISPA) on the rise. In Tanggamus Regency, ARI cases climbed from 46 on 5 September to 76 on 6 September 2026. The provincial government is boosting preparedness at health facilities across affected areas.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:46 WIB
Indonesia, Uzbekistan Explore Stronger Religious Tourism Cooperation
Indonesia's Hajj and Umrah Minister Mochamad Irfan Yusuf met Samarkand Governor Adiz Boboev to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation, including a proposed direct flight route between the two countries. The talks centred on expanding umrah travel packages to include Samarkand as a destination, given Indonesian pilgrims' growing trend of extending trips beyond Saudi Arabia. Governor Boboev welcomed the initiative, expressing hope for more Indonesian visitors to Uzbekistan's Islamic heritage sites, whilst Yusuf also promoted Indonesian destinations such as Lombok, Belitung and Wakatobi to Uzbek tourists.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:46 WIB
Five Palestinians Killed in 24 Hours of Israeli Attacks on Gaza
At least five Palestinians have been killed and 30 wounded in Israeli military attacks on the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, according to the Gaza Ministry of Health. The overall death toll since the conflict began in October 2023 has now surpassed 73,000, with rescue teams struggling to reach casualties amid massive infrastructure damage.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:45 WIB
Workers Seek Minimum Wage Increase of up to 9% in 2027, Here's Why
Trade unions, led by the KSPI and KSP-PB, are proposing a minimum wage increase of 7 to 9% for 2027, based on projected inflation of around 3% and economic growth of 5.2–5.3%. KSPI President Said Iqbal said the final figure awaits official inflation and growth data from Statistics Indonesia (BPS), calculated over the period from September 2025 to October 2026.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:40 WIB
Forest Fires and Mount Krakatau Ash Threaten Economic Activity Worth Up to Rp 123.1 Trillion
Forest and land fires combined with the eruption of Anak Krakatau have caused layered disruption to Indonesia's economy, with seven airports closed and more than 270,000 passengers affected by around 2,300 flight cancellations, diversions and delays. The Centre of Economic and Law Studies (CELIOS) projects potential economic and health losses of between Rp 39.29 trillion and Rp 123.1 trillion from the fires alone between January and August 2026. Analysts warn that repeated disruptions could affect delivery schedules, export planning and commodity price credibility.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:40 WIB
Not Only Mount Anak Krakatau: This Banten Region Is Beset by Three Disaster Sources
The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) is stepping up disaster mitigation efforts in Sumur District, Pandeglang, Banten, which faces threats from the Java Megathrust zone, active faults and Mount Anak Krakatau. The agency has installed three real-time earthquake and tsunami early warning receiver systems and activated sirens in coastal villages. The area was hit hard by the December 2018 Anak Krakatau tsunami, which killed at least 292 people in Pandeglang.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:36 WIB
Yesterday in law: petition withdrawn at the Constitutional Court and land-burning suspects named
A roundup of five key legal stories, including the Constitutional Court's decision to grant the withdrawal of a judicial review petition concerning the National Police Chief's term of office, and the naming of seven suspects in land-burning cases in South Kalimantan. Other stories cover the rejection of a petition on teacher involvement in the free nutritious meal programme, the Attorney General's office taking over a corruption case in Lampung, and the KPK summoning witnesses in a gratification case involving a former regional tax office head.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:35 WIB
Americans Feel the Pinch as Petrol Hits Rp72,700 per Gallon
US petrol prices are set to hit a record US$4.03 per gallon over the Labor Day weekend after renewed military conflict between the United States and Iran rattled global energy markets. The surge undermines President Donald Trump's earlier pledge to reduce energy costs, and analysts warn diesel and air travel costs could also break records.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:33 WIB
Made in America Again? What Indonesia Should Learn from the New Era of Industrial Resilience
Teguh Anantawikrama of Kadin Indonesia argues that global manufacturing is shifting from cost-based efficiency towards resilience and strategic alignment, as highlighted in McKinsey's report on U.S. manufacturing. He contends that Indonesia's strategic neutrality, natural resources and growing digital economy position it well to become a trusted manufacturing hub, but only if it builds integrated industrial ecosystems. He calls for regulatory harmonisation, talent development, faster digital transformation and closer government-business collaboration to capture the opportunity.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:33 WIB
KPAI Urges Heavy Punishment for Rapist of Child Earthquake Victim in East Nusa Tenggara
The Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) is demanding severe punishment for the alleged perpetrator who raped a 15-year-old girl displaced by the earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). KPAI has also called for immediate psychological support and medical rehabilitation for the victim, and urged better protection systems for vulnerable groups in displacement shelters.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:30 WIB
Disdikpora Reveals 48 Schools in Buleleng Lack Hindu Religious Education Teachers
As many as 48 schools in Buleleng Regency, Bali, are short of teachers for Hindu religious education. The local education office plans to redistribute teachers, apply a multi-grade class system, and has proposed additional teaching posts to the central government.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:27 WIB
Mount Anak Krakatau Erupts Again with Durations of 10 to 15 Seconds
Mount Anak Krakatau erupted twice on the morning of 8 September 2026, with eruptions lasting 10 to 15 seconds recorded on seismographs. The PVMBG has urged the public to stay at least 3 kilometres away from the active crater, whilst the BMKG reported that volcanic ash was drifting away from Indonesian territory towards the Indian Ocean.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:26 WIB
Where Is the Head of the Prophet's Grandson Imam Husain Located? Is It Really in Cairo? Here Are Six Views
The whereabouts of the head of Imam Husain, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, has long been a subject of historical dispute. Dr Ali Muhammad ash-Shalaby attributes the disagreement to the numerous sites across the Muslim world that each claim to house his head. The article traces the differing accounts of what happened to the head after the Battle of Karbala.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:25 WIB
Prabowo Issues Ultimatum to Corporations Behind Forest Fires: This Has Gone Too Far
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed his cabinet to take firm action against recalcitrant corporations causing forest and land fires in Kalimantan and Sumatra, including revoking all their permits. He demanded the National Police Chief hand over the names of eight companies currently under investigation and questioned the suspiciously rapid conversion of burnt land into new oil palm plantations. Police Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed 200 reports are being processed, with 138 suspects named and a suspension of traditional local burning practices during the extreme dry season.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:25 WIB
Regional Civil Servant Payroll Move to Himbara Not a Central Government Order, Says Finance Minister
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has denied that the central government issued any policy requiring regional governments to move civil servant payroll accounts to state-owned banks. The issue arose during a parliamentary hearing with the regional development bank workers' union, which warned that such a shift would drain cheap CASA funds from regional banks and hurt local economies.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:24 WIB
Volcanic Ash Reaches Jakarta, PAM JAYA Says Water Quality Remains Safe
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau detected as far as DKI Jakarta has raised public concern about water quality, but tap water operator PAM JAYA has assured residents that piped water supplies remain unaffected. The company says monitoring is carried out from raw water sources through to distribution, in line with Health Ministry standards.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:22 WIB
Mount Anak Krakatau Erupts Again on Tuesday Morning
Mount Anak Krakatau erupted again on Tuesday morning (8 September 2026), with the eruption recorded on a seismograph at a maximum amplitude of 44 mm and a duration of 10 seconds. The Geological Agency has warned people not to approach within a 3-kilometre radius of the active crater. Ash from earlier eruptions has already disrupted airspace, forcing the closure of eight airports, including Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:22 WIB
Volunteers: The Meaning Behind a Word
An Indonesian eye specialist reflects on the meaning of volunteerism after serving as a medical volunteer in Aceh Tamiang, which was recovering from a devastating flash flood. He highlights the story of Bang Julian Putra, the founder and CEO of the Red Crescent (Bulan Sabit Merah Indonesia) clinic in Aceh Tamiang. The piece frames volunteering as a conscious sacrifice of time, energy and skills for society without expectation of material reward.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 07:20 WIB
Haze Worsens, Malaysia Cancels Sports Events
Deteriorating air quality caused by regional haze has forced Malaysian organisers to cancel or postpone several outdoor sporting events, including the PJ Half Marathon and four Para Sukma sports in Selangor. The disruptions follow safety concerns heightened by the death of a 21-year-old student during physical training in Pahang.