Latest news in Brunei? September 8th, 2026

Air quality has deteriorated in parts of Brunei, with the Brunei-Muara and Belait districts slipping into unhealthy Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) levels due to ongoing haze. Educational institutions nationwide are adapting by implementing Home-Based Learning (HBL) and safety protocols for students as upcoming public examinations approach. Authorities including the Ministry of Health have advised residentsparticularly children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditionsto limit prolonged outdoor exposure and monitor regular air quality updates. The Star+ 2