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Technological advancements, particularly the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) systems, have transformed farming into a more efficient and profitable enterprise. - 123RF

Residents are helped through flood waters by military personnel in Pyinmana in Myanmar's Naypyidaw region on Sept 13, 2024, following heavy rains in the aftermath of Typhoon Yagi. - (Photo by SAI AUNG MAIN / AFP)

Bukit Dinding in Wangsa Maju here is among the remaining green lungs of the bustling capital city and a popular destination for hiking, jogging and cycling. However, few are aware that this 291-meter-high hill is also rich in geological treasures. Bernama FILE PIX

Photo for illustration purpose only. - File photo by Xinhua

A sandfisher hooks his canoe to a makeshift anchor to avoid being swept away by strong currents on the banks of the Ubangui River at the outskirts of Bangui on August 16, 2024. - Photo by AFP

Guatemala City Sinkhole (Guatemala)

It is time for the authorities, with the assistance of various experts, to study the underground risks and the interaction with utility or infrastructure systems, particularly in Kuala Lumpur, to reduce the risk of disasters and loss of life.

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Sinkholes, such as those seen in Masjid India and much of Kuala Lumpur (KL), are often caused by natural factors, especially in regions with underlying limestone, a phenomenon observed globally. Bernama photo.

The sinkhole at Masjid India is an example of an anthropogenic sinkhole, resulting from human activities rather than natural processes. Bernama photo.