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Asia News Network
11 hours ago
- Health
- Asia News Network
Waste-to-energy plant blamed for severe air pollution in Indonesia's Surabaya
July 30, 2025 SURABAYA – The Indonesian Forum for the Environment (WALHI) has urged the Surabaya administration in East Java to shut down the Benowo Waste-to-Energy Power Plant, accusing the facility of contributing significantly to the 'alarming' levels of air pollution across the city. Lucky Wahyu Wardhana, Campaign Manager for WALHI's East Java branch, said air quality monitoring conducted within a three-kilometer radius of the Benowo power plant between November 2024 and January, recorded an average concentration of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) at 26.78 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m³), with peak levels exceeding 100 µg/m³. 'These figures are nearly double the World Health Organization's recommended limit of 15 µg/m³ and exceed Indonesia's national air quality standard of 55 µg/m³,' he recently told The Jakarta Post. PM2.5 refers to fine particulate matter measuring 2.5 micrometers or smaller in diameter. Due to their microscopic size, these particles can penetrate deep into the lungs and enter the bloodstream, posing serious health risks. Lucky warned that prolonged exposure to elevated PM2.5 levels can increase the risk of cancer, heart disease and even premature death. He noted that between January and July 2023, the Surabaya Health Agency recorded over 174,000 cases of acute respiratory infections (ISPA) in the city, including more than 6,000 cases among infants. 'The Benowo waste-to-energy power plant is not a solution, it is a source of pollution. The government should protect its citizens, not legitimize harmful and dirty technologies,' he said. The Benowo waste-to-energy power plant was inaugurated in 2015 at the Benowo landfill in Pakal District. The landfill receives approximately 1,600 to 1,700 tons of waste daily, accounting for around 60 to 70 percent of Surabaya's total waste. The facility initially generated electricity by extracting methane gas from the waste mounds, with a capacity of 1.65 megawatts. In 2021, the city expanded the plant by adding a gasification system that incinerates waste at high temperatures to produce electricity, increasing the capacity by 9 MW. About 1,000 tons of waste at the Benowo landfill are processed through the incinerators, while the remaining waste is used for methane gas extraction. Currently, the power plant is operated by the private company PT Sumber Organik under a 20-year Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) agreement with the Surabaya administration. WALHI's Lucky stated that the Surabaya administration has never made the power plant's Environmental Impact Assessment (AMDAL) results publicly accessible, with officials citing patent protection as the reason. 'Denying access to AMDAL documents infringes on constitutional rights. It violates the 2008 Public Information Transparency Law and the 2009 Environmental Protection and Management Law,' he said. Lucky has urged the Surabaya administration to permanently close the Benowo waste-to-energy power plant and instead focus on implementing a community-based zero-waste system. Surabaya Mayor Eri Cahyadi has pledged to investigate the air quality produced by the Benowo plant and determine whether it meets the required standards. He also promised to hold PT Sumber Organik accountable, demanding the company address the issues and imposing sanctions if they fail to improve air quality. In March, the state-owned electricity company PLN praised the Benowo waste-to-energy plant's performance, stating that since its launch, the facility has produced 166.1 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean energy for Surabaya residents. 'Benowo stands as a prime example of successful collaboration between PLN and the Surabaya city administration in promoting environmentally friendly technology,' said Ahmad Mustaqir, General Manager of PLN's East Java Distribution Unit. Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, also praised the facility, stressing the importance of replicating such initiatives in other cities across Indonesia, particularly those struggling with growing waste management issues.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- The Hindu
Sniffer dog Lucky laid to rest with police honours
A sniffer dog, Lucky, who served the police force for 10 years, died due to age-related problems at NTR Police Commissionerate, on Saturday. Lucky, who belonged to the Labrador Retriever breed, was trained to detect explosives. Lucky helped the police in providing security during VIP visits and bandobusts at the Commissionerate, and participated in search operations under the supervision of dog handler C.H.D. Prasad. Deputy Commissioners of Police A.B.T. Udaya Rani and K.G.V. Saritha and S.D.V. Prasad and other officers placed the wreaths and paid tributes.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Labrador Retriever Has Been At Shelter Nearly 1500 Days—It's 'Taken A Toll'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A dog is closing in on 1,500 days at an animal shelter and, sadly, it's beginning to show. Lucky the Labrador Retriever's situation first came to light after staff at the Ady Gil World Conservation (AGWC) Rockin' Rescue Animal Adoption Center in California posted a video to TikTok under the handle @agwcrockinrescue earlier this month, highlighting how long he had been there. By that time, Lucky had been waiting 1,482 days to find a forever home to call his own. Now he is just two weeks away from racking up 1,500 days there. The sad reality is that Lucky really hasn't had all that much luck in his life to date. "Lucky came to us on June 29, 2021," Fabienne Origer from AGWC Rockin' Rescue told Newsweek. "He was originally rescued from a neglect situation, and although we don't know every detail about his past, it's clear he didn't receive much love or structure before arriving here." Read more Great Dane realizes owner's ex isn't coming home—His reaction breaks hearts Great Dane realizes owner's ex isn't coming home—His reaction breaks hearts Despite those difficult beginnings, Lucky has emerged as a favorite among staff at AGWC, with Origer describing him as "incredibly intelligent, loyal and eager to please." "Some of Lucky's favorite things include going for walks, playing fetch, and spending time with the people he trusts," Origer said. "He's also a big fan of enrichment toys and mental stimulation—he's the kind of dog who thrives when he has a job to do." Sadly, Lucky has not garnered much in the way of interest from visitors to the shelter. "Lucky has struggled to get adopted mainly because he needs experienced dog owners and a home without small children," Origer said. "He takes a bit of time to trust new people, and that initial hesitation can be challenging in a shelter setting where first impressions are everything." Shelter dogs have the smallest of windows in which to catch the eye of a visitor. One 2014 study published in Applied Animal Behavior Science found that the average shelter visitor interacts with just one dog per visit, and that these interactions last an average of eight minutes. That's not enough time for Lucky. He needs someone with patience. Someone willing to put in the time. It's worth it though. "Once he bonds with someone, he's all in—devoted and affectionate," Origer said. Lucky is closing in on 1500 days in the shelter. Lucky is closing in on 1500 days in the shelter. TikTok/agwcrockinrescue Until that someone comes along though, Lucky has little choice but to watch and wait from the confines of the shelter. It's a situation that has clearly had an impact, with Lucky appearing nervous and withdrawn in the video posted to TikTok by AGWC. "He's starting to lose hope and becoming depressed," a caption accompanying the footage warns. "Spending over 1,400 days without a home has definitely taken a toll on Lucky," Origer said. "While we do everything we can to give him the best life possible at the rescue, nothing compares to the stability, routine, and love that a forever home can provide. He deserves that." Though Lucky may have given up hope of finding that forever home he so desperately needs, the AGWC hasn't and, after four years together, have a clear idea of the kind of home he would be best suited to. "Lucky would do best in a calm, adult-only home with someone who has experience handling larger breeds and is willing to go at his pace," Origer said. "He needs someone who understands that trust takes time—but once it's earned, it's for life."
New York Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Megan Moroney makes waves in blue bikini and cross necklace during summer boat day
Megan Moroney is soaking up the summer sun. The 27-year-old country singer posted a carousel of photos to her Instagram, featuring her onstage performing, as well as photos of her fans in the stands and her with her friends. Advertisement One of the photos featured the 'I'm Not Pretty' singer taking a break from life on the road to enjoy some fun in the sun as she posed for a picture in a strapless blue bikini while on a boat. In the photo, Moroney can be seen looking off in the distance, as she sits on the boat, having accessorized the look with a few bracelets, a cross necklace and a pair of sunglasses. She completed the look by styling her hair in two French braids. Another one of the photos featured a shirt with 'Megan Moroney is my daddy' written on it, which caught the eyes of many of her fans in the comments section, who wrote, 'daddy shirt for the win,' and 'need the megan moroney is my daddy shirt stat.' Advertisement Fans also couldn't help but also compliment her in the comments section, writing 'So beautiful,' 'STUNNINGGGG' and 'You're soo beautiful.' 4 Megan Moroney wears a blue bikini and a cross necklace during a recent boat ride. @megmoroney/Instagram 4 Moroney poses for photos during a show at the Rave Eagles Club in Milwaukee, Wisc. @megmoroney/Instagram Moroney had her big break in 2023 when she released her successful debut album, 'Lucky,' quickly following that up with her second album, 'Am I Okay?' just one year later. Advertisement Fans had a special interest in Mornoney's love life following rumors she was dating country superstar, Morgan Wallen. The rumors began after she released her hit single, 'Tennessee Orange,' which references the University of Tennessee football team, who Wallen is known to be a big supporter of. 4 Gwen Stefani and Megan Maroney attend CMA Fest 2025 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee on June 7, 2025. Getty Images for CMA 4 Megan Moroney onstage at CMA Fest in Nashville, Tennessee. Kindell Buchanan/AdMedia / Advertisement 'It was never a relationship,' she said on an episode of the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast in July 2024. 'Here's what I'll tell you though, because I haven't told anyone this ever. [He] and I met in 2020. [Fellow country artist] Jon Langston actually introduced us. I was a senior in college – COVID hadn't happened yet, his 'Dangerous' album wasn't even out yet. So, we were friends for a long time.' 'We were friends for a long time. We were not just friends. And now we're friends,' she added. She elaborated on her relationship status during an interview with Fox News Digital in July 2024, explaining that at the time she was very busy in her career and didn't have time for a relationship. Aside from her busy schedule, Moroney also admitted she wasn't 'emotionally available' enough for a serious relationship at the time. 'I think because I'm not emotionally available, like, I am not ready to find someone that I want to marry right now, because that's just not in even the top ten things in my brain right now,' she explained. 'So it's just like, let's not waste anyone's time. Let's just not date right now because there's that point.'
Mint
6 days ago
- Mint
Pet clinic runs over sick dog for insurance money, tells owner to ‘accept his death'
A pet clinic in Inner Mongolia, China, is under the scanner for killing a sick dog named Lucky. They let a car run over him. This shocking act has caused public anger. Lucky was a three-year-old border collie, sent to the You Bai clinic by his owner on July 10 for sterilisation. The owner said the dog was healthy and full of energy. But, soon after, the clinic claimed they couldn't find a proper blood vessel during the operation. So, they stopped the procedure and decided to keep Lucky under observation. Three hours later, they called the owner and said Lucky had been hit by a car. The woman rushed to the clinic. Lucky was seriously injured and died at midnight. The clinic later admitted they had operated on him again without permission. They said he had become sick, and the surgery failed. Afterwards, they took him outside for a walk, during which he was hit by a car. The owner found this explanation bizarre. She checked CCTV footage and saw a staff member leaving Lucky in the middle of the road. Soon after, a car ran over him. The clinic later admitted they had staged the death to help her get insurance money. She was stunned to hear that it was 'better to accept his death'. 'Do you have basic medical ethics? How can you even live with doing this?' the South China Morning Post quoted the owner as saying in a social media post. Lucky had helped her through depression, and she saw him as family. Many people expressed their support. Although she wanted justice, she didn't take legal action. A pet influencer revealed that her family had fought with the clinic. She had to settle to avoid trouble. Her main focus became protecting her loved ones, not fighting for the one who had passed away. She later confirmed that the clinic's operations were suspended by authorities. One social media user sarcastically called it 'Chinese efficiency'. Another indulged in dark comedy, 'Easier to just cook it.' The comment refers to dog-meat consumption in China. China still hosts the Yulin Dog Meat Festival though it is now much smaller. It started in 2009-10. The festival runs for 10 days between June 21 and 30. However, contrary to popular notion, the festival does not have a national tradition attached to it. According to an earlier survey, 87.5% of Yulin residents never or rarely eat dog meat. In 2020, China changed its law to treat dogs as companion animals, not livestock. This stopped the legal sale and breeding of dogs for meat under national rules. Cities like Shenzhen and Zhuhai banned dog and cat meat. But, there is still no full national law stopping dog meat eating. People can still eat it in many parts of China. Only the business of selling it is mostly blocked. Activists and many citizens want a full ban, but it hasn't happened yet.
