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Birutė Galdikas: The last of the ‘angels’ in primatology’s most extraordinary chapter

Primatologist Birutė Galdikas died on March 24, 2026, and an era of science that began in the forests of Tanzania, Rwanda and Borneo studying humanity’s closest living relatives more than half a century ago is coming quietly to a close. Her passing marks more than the loss of a scientist…

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Seen but not forgotten: How citizen science helps document biodiversity in remote Borneo villages

When I, Erik Meijaard, worked as a wildlife consultant for a timber concession in Borneo, I often chatted with the logging truck drivers — and quickly realised that some of them knew far more about local wildlife populations than the company’s own biodiversity teams.

The Conversation

Tour guide reaches into the river to grab something. Seconds later, he’s dragged underwater in a fight for his life

That’s an encounter he will never forget.

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Indonesian rescuers find helicopter crash site on Borneo and recover 1 body so far

Indonesian authorities say a rescue team has reached the site of a helicopter crash on Borneo and recovered one body

The Independent UK

Rescuers search for helicopter that went missing in Indonesia's Borneo

Search and rescue teams in Indonesia are searching for a helicopter that went missing over the forests of Borneo with eight people on board a day before

The Independent UK

Malaysia's Dayaks Mark Rice Harvest End With Colourful Parade

Dressed in colourful costumes, some sporting feathered headgear and traditional swords, several thousand of Malaysia's ethnic Dayak people paraded in the streets of Sarawak state on Borneo island Saturday to celebrate the ending of the rice harvest season.

International Business Times

Woman left corporate job in Slough behind for life diving with sharks in Borneo

Jo Swann never dreamed two decades ago that she would be living in Malaysia

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A Bornean orangutan on a fearless quest for figs: Tim Laman’s best photograph

‘While it was dark, I climbed up and put remote control cameras in the tree. I’d never have got the shot if I’d been up there. An orangutan always knows you’re there’

The Guardian - UK

Birdwatch: a close encounter with a flying rhino in Borneo

Even among other sightings including orangutans, the rhinoceros hornbill was the highlight of the trip

The Guardian - UK

Phil Wang looks back: ‘Being the only East Asian person on the bill, there was a real thrill in defying people’s expectations’

The standup comedian on growing up in Borneo and Bath, living like Batman at Cambridge, and his lifelong fascination with wrestling

The Guardian - UK

I set out to photograph Borneo's lesser-known nocturnal wildlife. Here's how I got on

Rémi Vacher on an expedition to the island, where he chose to photograph its rainforest nightlife

Digital Camera World

Green Borneo Kratom

With so many different strains on the market, choosing the right kratom for you can be a little overwhelming. While you may have a rough idea of the different types and strains, there are some popular varieties that are well worth exploring further. ...

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Red Horn Kratom

Most people have heard of kratom these days, it receives regular media coverage and it's a hot topic for discussion on the internet. But, there are still misconceptions to overcome and it's fair to say that many people are confused about kratom. ...

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White Borneo vs. White Maeng Da: What’s The Difference?

White Borneo and White Maeng Da are two distinct strains of kratom, each with its own unique characteristics and effects. While both are known for their energizing and stimulating properties, it's important to understand their unique traits to make ...

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Green Borneo Kratom: Effects, Benefits, Dosage & More

Many people struggle with issues like low energy, poor mood, and chronic pain and are looking for a natural solution to help them feel better. Green Borneo Kratom is an excellent choice, offering a harmonious blend of stimulating and relaxing ...

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Health In Harmony's Chainsaw Buyback Program Saves Borneo's Rainforests

Learn how Health in Harmony's innovative approach in Borneo is combating deforestation and supporting sustainable livelihoods and healthcare for local comm...

TechRadar

Everyone's sleeping on Netflix's latest crime thriller movie, but I loved its 'Danish murder mystery in Borneo' vibe

Give me a new mystery movie with the detective from Borderless Fog every year and I'll watch it on Netflix on day one.

International Business Times

Unfinished Business: Indonesia's New Capital Has Long Way To Go

It was supposed to be the jewel in the crown of the 10-year presidency of Joko Widodo, but Indonesia's capital-to-be, carved out of dense jungle in Borneo, is a vast building site just weeks before being due to open.

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France 24

Malaysia's palm oil industry struggles to comply with EU regulations

A new EU regulation aims to ban the import of several products, including palm oil, that come from plantations linked to deforestation. While the bloc hails the law as an important way to protect the world's forests, Southeast Asian countries say it threatens their livelihoods and is difficult to implement.…

LiveScience

Bornean clouded leopard family filmed in wild for 1st time ever

Camera traps in Indonesian Borneo recorded a clouded leopard mother with her two cubs in the first footage of its kind.

Al Jazeera

Malaysia plans ‘orangutan diplomacy’ in palm oil pitch

Commodities minister says critically endangered animals could be given to countries that buy Malaysia’s palm oil.

International Business Times UK

Jakarta Is Sinking: Indonesia's $30B Plan To Relocate 11M Residents To New Capital Starting October 2024

Indonesia builds new smart capital Nusantara on Borneo to escape Jakarta sinking. First residents are set to move by the end of 2024.

The Guardian - UK

Lost homes, lost traditions, lost habitats: the cost of Indonesia’s brand new city

Residents of Balikpapan Bay in eastern Borneo dismiss claims that Nusantara will be a sustainable city that coexists with nature

LiveScience

Striking new satellite images show Indonesia's new jungle capital taking shape

Nusantara will be the new capital of Indonesia as Jakarta continues to subside below sea level.

Newcastle Herald

'Did my bit': World War II veteran who fought in the Pacific dies aged 100

He fought in the jungles of Papua, New Guinea and Borneo.

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