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Seven Airports Still Closed Stranding Hundreds of Thousands of Passengers: Inside Indonesia's Volcanic Crisis

Anak Krakatau has stranded 270,000+ passengers and grounded 2,300 flights in Indonesia. Here's why 7 airports remain closed and what changed since Sunday.

Latin Times · Sep 7

Indonesia's 'Ring of Fire': Key facts about the world's most volcanic nation

Mount Anak Krakatau's latest eruptions have caused major air travel interruptions, impacting numerous passengers in Indonesia. With a staggering 127 active volcanoes under surveillance, Indonesia holds the record for the most in the world. Currently, numerous volcanoes, including Anak Krakatau, sit at a heightened alert level. Notably, the 2018 eruption…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

Indonesia keeps several airports closed though volcanic eruption is easing

Indonesia is maintaining closures at several airports and shifting schools to remote learning though the eruption of Anak Krakatau is easing

The Independent UK · Sep 7

Eight airports in Indonesia suspend operations after volcanic eruption

Eight airports in Indonesia, including Jakarta's main international airport, suspended operations Sunday after the erupting Anak Krakatoa volcano spewed clouds of ash across the archipelago. Geologists said that the latest series of eruptions does not have the potential to trigger a tsunami at this time.

France 24 · Sep 6

Police looking into 'shameful' racist online comments about Nepal-Tibet disaster, Air India: Singapore Senior Minister Shanmugam

Singapore is investigating racist online commentary regarding the Nepal-Tibet disaster. Authorities are also examining Singapore Airlines' financial ties to Air India. Senior Minister K Shanmugam condemned the hateful and unacceptable online remarks. He stated that social media platforms will be directed to remove violating content. Singapore aims to safeguard its…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

Volcanic eruption halts flights at Jakarta and seven other Indonesian airports

Ash cloud from Anak Krakatau affects hundreds of flights and some school and fishing activities

The Guardian - UK · Sep 6

Indonesia's main airport suspends operations after volcanic eruption

Indonesia suspended operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatoa disrupted airspace, affecting more than 22,000 passengers and 209 flights. The volcano erupted repeatedly, prompting warnings for ships and a three-kilometre exclusion zone. Authorities said the latest eruptions posed no immediate tsunami threat.

The Economic Times · Sep 6

The Inca Trail Reopens Today, Sept. 5 — Here's Why Peru's Last Reopening Never Actually Happened

Peru's Inca Trail reopens Sept. 5 after storm damage and a reversed August restart date. Here's what changed, and what's still unverified.

Latin Times · Sep 5

Nilgiris tea production hit by severe drought, El Nino conditions; green leaf supply drops sharply

Severe drought conditions in Nilgiris have drastically reduced green tea leaf supply. Tea factories are experiencing significant revenue losses and production declines. Small farmers face immense hardship due to crop failure and inadequate prices. Rainfall deficits have caused a substantial drop in tea productivity across the region. Government assistance is…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

In 2006, Green Belt Movement began restoring Kenya’s Aberdares after years of human pressure. 18 years later, 3.8 million trees had been planted across 2,000 hectares

The Green Belt Movement rehabilitated Kenya's Aberdares Forest, a vital water source. Illegal logging and cultivation threatened this primary forest ecosystem significantly. The project involved planting millions of trees and raising community awareness. This initiative empowered local populations and diversified their income sources. Wangari Maathai's efforts earned her the Nobel…

The Economic Times · Sep 4