Singapore tops global air pollution ranks again, rolls out haze subsidies

Singapore has once again been identified as the world's most polluted city, according to IQAir. This designation on Monday is attributed to toxic haze emanating from fires on Borneo and Sumatra islands, exacerbated by an El Nino weather phenomenon. In response, Singapore has introduced subsidies for medical treatment related to haze. Neighboring Malaysia has seen school closures in some areas due to the persistently unhealthy air quality, which is a consequence of fires in Indonesia.