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Indonesia volcano spews 18km-high ash tower
Channel News Asia
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July 7, 2025
JAKARTA: A volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted, spewing a colossal ash tower 18km into the sky on Monday (Jul 7), authorities said, just weeks after it caused dozens of flight cancellations to and from the popular resort island of Bali. Mount...
Anthony Albanese’s China visit: Prime Minister set to travel to Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu from Saturday
The West Australian
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July 8, 2025
Anthony Albanese has confirmed his visit to China from Saturday, when he is heading to Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu. The Prime Minister is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang for the annual bilateral leaders’...
Indonesia volcano spews 18-kilometre ash tower: agency
The Messenger - Kentucky
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A volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted, spewing a colossal ash tower 18 kilometres (11 miles) into the sky on Monday, authorities said, just weeks after it caused dozens of flight cancellations to and from the popular resort island of Bali. Mount...
Volcanic Eruption Disrupts Flights in Indonesia
Sada Elbalad
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July 7, 2025
Mon 07 Jul 2025 | 09:49 PM At least 24 flights were canceled on Monday at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport following the eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki in eastern Indonesia, according to airport director general Ahmad Syaifuddin...
Flights to Indonesia's Bali cancelled after Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki eruption
Dunya News
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World World Flights to Indonesia's Bali cancelled after Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki eruption Close It warned tourists to stay outside a 6-km radius around the volcano Updated On: Mon, 07 Jul 2025 23:47:40 PKT JAKARTA (Reuters) - At least 24 flights...
Indonesia Shares May Open In The Red On Monday
RTTNews
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July 7, 2025
The Indonesia stock market has finished lower in four straight sessions, slumping more than 60 points or 0.9 percent along the way. The Jakarta Composite Index now sits just above the 6,865-point plateau and it's expected to open under pressure...
Indonesia draws closer to filling ambassadorial post in US
The Jakarta Post
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ndonesia has moved closer to filling the long-vacant ambassadorial seat in the United States after the government nominated former senior minister Indroyono Soesilo, who was screened by the House of Representatives on Saturday. Over the weekend,...
Short-Haul Escapes Take Centre Stage: Indian Travellers Embrace Quick Getaways In 2025
News18
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July 7, 2025
Last Updated:July 07, 2025, 17:44 IST According to a report, a whopping 85% of travellers are planning multiple holidays next year, a sign that the short-break culture is no longer just a trend, it’s a lifestyle Southeast Asian destinations like...
Bali flights nixed after huge Indonesian volcano eruption
Free Malaysia Today
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July 7, 2025
Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki’s eruption forced the cancellation of 24 flights at Bali’s international airport. (Badan Geologi/AP pic) JAKARTA: Dozens of flights to and from Indonesia’s Bali island were cancelled today after a volcano belched a...
Opportunity Oman: Unlocking trade and investment with Indonesia
Oman Observer
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July 7, 2025
The contours of global commerce are being redefined by collaborations among nations in the Global South, forging innovative pathways for mutual growth and development. Within this transformative environment, the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic...
Bali named world’s second most crowded island – residents aren’t cheering
South China Morning Post
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July 9, 2025
Indonesia’s Bali is now officially the second most crowded island in the world after neighbouring Java, as residents feel squeezed out by the influx of tourists and even their compatriots in their backyard. Measuring 5,780 sq km (2,230 square...
Banten tourist drowning: Two bodies recovered
Antara
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July 7, 2025
Lebak, Banten (ANTARA) - A joint search and rescue team has recovered the bodies of two local tourists who drowned after being swept away by strong currents while playing on Karangseke beach in Lebak district, Banten, on Sunday. The tourists were...
Ascott Sudirman Jakarta Unveils Exclusive Intimate Package
Indonesia Expat
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July 7, 2025
Celebrate life’s special moments in style with Ascott Sudirman Jakarta’s new Intimate Package, offering elegant venues, curated menus, and exclusive benefits in the heart of the city. Ascott Sudirman Jakarta, ideally located in the heart of...
VIDEO: Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano erupts
WYFF 4 - South Carolina
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July 7, 2025
Indonesia’s rumbling Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted twice on Monday, sending a column of volcanic materials up to 11 miles into the sky, dumping ash on villages and causing flight cancellations.No casualties were immediately reported. The...
Franklin awaits fulfilling education vows in Indonesia's far-east
Antara
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July 7, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Samuel Franklin Yawan sat quietly in a corner of the Ministry of Social Affairs retreat hall in Jakarta, wearing his dark green field uniform and black boots, still dusty from a marching session. Amid the clinking of coffee cups...
Lake Toba to Feature 22 Kilometers of Beach Tourism
Tempo.co
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July 7, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Samosir Regency government plans to develop a 22-kilometer beach tourism at Lake Toba. This beach tourism is set to become a new attraction at Lake Toba, which has been designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark. The development...
Eruption of Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano sends ash 11 miles high
KATU - Oregon
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JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s rumbling Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted Monday, sending a column of volcanic materials as high as 18 kilometers (11 miles) into the sky, depositing ash on villages and leading to flight cancellations. The...
Is destination marketing vital for a tourism-dependent nation like the Maldives?
Hotelier Maldives
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July 7, 2025
The Maldives stands as one of the world’s most iconic and desirable travel destinations, renowned for its pristine white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and luxurious hospitality offerings. But behind this postcard-perfect image lies a critical...
Death toll rises to 12 in Bali Strait ferry tragedy
Xinhua News Agency
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JAKARTA, July 9 (Xinhua) -- The death toll from the passenger ship that capsized in Indonesia's Bali Strait last Wednesday has risen to 12, as search operations continue for 23 missing persons, officials said on Wednesday. Ribut Eko Suyanto,...
10 Traditions of Indonesia Beyond the Familiar
Tempo.co
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July 7, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The large number of traditions in Indonesia stands as a living testament to how diverse the island country can be. While seasoned travelers may be familiar with Bali and its sacred cultural ceremonies, countless other unique...