Thailand News in Brief

from Thai PBS WorldThailand and the world, every day

Swipe upto start reading / next story

Scroll downto start reading / next story

Key points summarised by AI
Check them against the full article

Haze from Indonesia reaching unhealthy levels in Hat Yai

Today 13:26Key points summarised by AI

Haze originating from Indonesian hotspots has pushed PM2.5 levels in Hat Yai to unhealthy concentrations, with readings as high as 89.0 microgrammes per cubic metre (µg/m³).
Residents in Hat Yai are advised to wear masks during outdoor activities to mitigate potential health impacts from the severe air pollution.

Today 15:13Key points summarised by AI

Over 100 global leaders committed to halt and reverse deforestation and land degradation by 2030, supported by $19 billion in public and private funds.
Key nations, including Brazil, Indonesia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (collectively holding 85% of the world's forests), endorsed the Glasgow Leaders' Declaration on Forest and Land Use.
The agreement emphasizes forests' crucial role as natural climate buffers, with additional initiatives pledging billions for indigenous forest guardians and sustainable agriculture.
Over 30 financial institutions, managing more than $8.7 trillion, also committed to eliminate deforestation linked to cattle, palm oil, soy, and pulp production by 2025.