Indonesian Police Charged with Violence Toward Student Protesters
Indonesian Students Report Police Violence Amid Protests A group of students in Indonesia raised concerns about police “brutal attacks” during protests at two universities in Bandung on Monday. This unrest ties into a broader national movement against government corruption. The demonstrations kicked off on August 25 outside the parliament building in Jakarta, the capital. Protesters […]
Additional Indonesian Shrimp Recalled Due to Possible Radioactivity
FDA Expands Shrimp Recall Due to Radioactive Contamination Concerns The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has broadened its recall of certain shrimp brands imported from Indonesia over fears of contamination with a radioactive isotope known as cesium 137 (CS-137). While the FDA notes that the recalled shrimp may not pose an immediate “acute risk,” prolonged […]
Brazilian Tourist Passes Away After Falling Into Indonesian Volcano During Failed Rescue Efforts
Allegations of Negligence in Death of Brazilian Tourist in Indonesia A Brazilian woman’s tragic fall off a cliff near an active volcano in Indonesia has sparked claims of negligence and incompetence during the rescue efforts that ultimately failed. Reports indicate that 26-year-old Juliana Mullins was hiking with friends on Mount Rinjani, a well-known tourist spot […]
Minnesota judge rules to free Indonesian man from ICE custody
A federal judge in Minnesota has mandated the immediate release of an Indonesian man who was detained in late March, accused of overstaying his student visa, according to reports. Aditya Harsono, 34, had been held at Kandiyohi County Jail in Willmar. He was arrested by ICE agents on March 27 while at his workplace in […]
Putin’s play for an Indonesian airbase was always likely to fail – but Russia has wider ambitions | Australia news
The Defense Industry Report, claiming that Russia has requested a permanent base in Indonesia’s remote Papua region at Australia’s northern gateway, sent Canberra to Tailspin. However, in Indonesia, the frenzy was surprised by Australia’s close election campaign. Foreign policy and defense experts are very skeptical of the prospect that Jakarta will acquiesce to such Russian […]
The remaining Bali Nine have returned to Australia after nearly 20 years in an Indonesian prison – why now? | Tim Lindsey for the Conversation
aAfter weeks of intrigue over a potential deal, the remaining members of the Bali Nine have been released from an Indonesian prison and returned to Australia. Five Australians are serving nearly 20 years to life in prison for their involvement in drug smuggling operations. The legal basis for their return is not yet clear, as […]
New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens released by Indonesian rebels after being abducted more than 19 months ago
A New Zealand pilot has been released from captivity after being abducted and his small plane set on fire by separatists after it landed at a remote Indonesian airport early last year. “Today I finally escaped. I'm really happy that I will be going home with my family soon,” Philippe Mertens, 38, who was working […]
New Zealand Pilot Freed After 19-Month Captivity by Indonesian Rebels
(AFP) New Zealand pilot Philip Mertens has been released from rebel captivity in Indonesia's Papua region and is in good health despite his 19-month ordeal, Indonesian and New Zealand authorities said on Saturday. Mertens, 38, worked for Indonesian airline Susi Air when he was abducted by West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) rebels at Nduga […]
Arm bone of small ‘hobbit’ human that lived hundreds of thousands of years ago discovered on Indonesian island
A jawbone, arm fragments and teeth recently discovered at an archaeological site in Indonesia have revealed the existence of a small human ancestor known as the “hobbit” that lived about 700,000 years ago. Named after J.R.R. Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings” trilogy, the “hobbit” is thought to be even smaller than any previously discovered descendants […]
Landslide at illegal Indonesian gold mine leaves 11 dead, dozens missing
Heavy rains have triggered landslides in an illegal gold mine in Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, killing at least 11 people. Rescue teams have so far managed to rescue 23 people, but around 45 are still missing. Unauthorized mining operations are common in Indonesia and pose a high risk of serious injury or death. At least 11 […]