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Haze is making pets sick and migratory birds are at risk too: Expert

Vets report animals needing oxygen therapy as poor visibility, dwindling food sources and longer journeys threaten birds flying through Malaysia

Malaysia must make haze polluters pay – Shahrul Mizan Ismail

Law expert calls for a transboundary haze law, a dedicated investigative team and firm deadlines to hold responsible companies accountable and recover damages

Melaka schools to reopen on Oct 12 as API readings fall below 100

Air quality readings at all three monitoring stations in the state remain in the moderate range, with parents advised to monitor their children's health

Haze crisis: Schools to shut when API hits 180

MOE orders closures from Friday as worsening air quality raises health concerns for students and teachers

Riau fires: Indonesian authorities identify 16 suspects as haze enters Malaysia

Worst-affected areas include Rokan Hulu, Rokan Hilir, Bengkalis, Kampar, and Siak, with smoke moving northeast across Malacca Strait

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Influencer who recited Quran at Batu Caves accused of sexual misconduct in Netherlands

Abdellatif Ouisa has targeted recently converted, underage Muslim women, alleges Dutch publication

Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal