Sumatra
PulseAugur coverage of Sumatra — every cluster mentioning Sumatra across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
10 day(s) with sentiment data
-
Indonesian military helicopter crashes during wildfire mission off Borneo
An Indonesian military helicopter crashed off the coast of Borneo while on a mission to combat wildfires. The aircraft was carrying eight people and was engaged in water-bombing operations when it went down. One crew me…
-
Indonesia deploys security ahead of student protests against Prabowo's policies
Hundreds of security personnel were deployed in Jakarta, Indonesia, in anticipation of student protests. The students plan to demonstrate against President Prabowo Subianto's policies, including the government's respons…
-
Indonesia deploys oxygen buses amid severe forest fire haze
Indonesia is deploying oxygen buses to help residents suffering from toxic haze caused by intense forest fires. These buses, equipped with oxygen tanks, offer free treatment for haze-related ailments. The fires, particu…
-
India emerges as top destination for trafficked primates, driven by exotic pet trade
India is emerging as a significant destination for trafficked primates, particularly orangutans, driven by wealthy collectors seeking exotic status symbols. Despite laws aimed at protecting native species, loopholes in …
-
Baby orangutans found in India reveal booming illegal pet trade
An illegal pet trade has been uncovered in India following the discovery of five baby orangutans in the eastern state of Odisha. These young apes, found over 2,700 km from their native Borneo and Sumatra, indicate a gro…
-
Indonesia cuts gas exports to Singapore amid wildfire haze
Indonesia has reduced its natural gas exports to Singapore, citing the need to prioritize domestic demand amidst a haze crisis caused by wildfires on Borneo and Sumatra. The head of SKK Migas stated that a total of 31 m…
-
Indonesian wildfires threaten 67,800-year-old cave paintings in Sulawesi
Wildfires in Indonesia, exacerbated by a severe El Niño, are posing a significant threat to ancient cave paintings on the island of Sulawesi. These prehistoric artworks, some dating back as far as 67,800 years, are at r…
-
Singapore targets Indonesian firms over cross-border smog
Singapore is taking a firm stance against Indonesian companies contributing to cross-border smog. The National Environment Agency has issued preventive notices to three more Indonesian agroforestry companies in Kalimant…
-
Singapore parents demand air-conditioned classrooms amid severe haze
Parents in Singapore are advocating for air-conditioned classrooms due to severe haze caused by wildfires in Indonesia. The poor air quality has led to health issues for students, with one parent comparing the classroom…
-
Malaysians mock Indonesian official's 'we send oxygen' haze defence
Malaysian social media users have responded with sarcasm to an Indonesian official's statement that Indonesia provides oxygen to neighboring countries like Malaysia and Singapore. The official, Syahganda Nainggolan, mad…
-
Singapore tops global air pollution rankings due to Indonesian haze
Singapore has once again been identified as the city with the worst air pollution globally by IQAir, primarily due to toxic haze originating from fires in Indonesia. These fires, exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon, a…
-
Indonesia relocates 8 orangutans to safety amid severe wildfire season
Indonesian authorities and conservationists have relocated eight orangutans to a secure sanctuary after their forest habitats on Borneo were destroyed by wildfires. This effort comes amidst the nation's most severe wild…
-
Fortune names 10 influential women across Asia in 2026
Fortune has highlighted ten influential women in Asia for 2026, spanning various fields including sports, culinary arts, conservation, and space exploration. Among them are badminton champion An Se-young, Michelin-starr…
-
Indonesia considers 'ecological terrorism' label for wildfires
Indonesia is facing its most severe wildfires in over a decade, exacerbated by a strong El Niño phenomenon. President Prabowo Subianto is considering classifying these fires as 'ecological terrorism' and has declared a …
-
Indonesia repatriates orangutans trafficked to India
Indonesian authorities are facilitating the repatriation of five baby orangutans discovered motherless in India. The critically endangered primates were found by rangers in Odisha state and are believed to have been tra…
-
Indonesia's wildfire emissions surge to world's highest amid severe season · 1 source tracked
Indonesia is currently experiencing its most severe wildfire season in 11 years, leading to the highest global carbon dioxide emissions from fires. Data from the European Union's Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service…
-
Indonesia's free school meals program plagued by food poisoning despite new rules
Despite new food safety regulations implemented in January 2025, Indonesia continues to experience widespread food poisoning incidents among students participating in a government-funded meal program. Over the past week…
-
Endangered Sumatran tigers born in Greece as zoos build safety net
Three critically endangered Sumatran tiger cubs were born at a zoo near Athens, Greece, as part of a global initiative to create a safety net population for the species. The cubs received microchips and vaccinations, of…
-
Indonesia's Anak Krakatoa eruption prompts disaster preparedness review
Indonesia's disaster preparedness was tested by the recent eruption of Anak Krakatoa, which caused widespread flight disruptions and spread volcanic ash across the region. The volcano remains at its second-highest alert…
-
Indonesia volcano eruption cancels 1,558 flights, impacts 170,000 passengers
Anak Krakatau Island in Indonesia erupted, causing widespread flight cancellations and affecting approximately 170,000 passengers. The eruption, which included lava flares and ash clouds reaching up to 50,000 feet, led …