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Mount Ruang, a volcano in Indonesia’s North Sulawesi province, erupted several times on Tuesday, prompting the highest level of alert and the evacuation of thousands of people. The volcano sent a tower of ash more than five kilometers into the sky and a fiery column of lava. The national disaster agency BNPB estimated that 11,000 to 12,000 people had to be relocated from near the crater, and a seven-kilometer exclusion zone was imposed. The evacuation order was issued due to the potential for a tsunami from debris sliding into the sea. A rescue ship and a warship were dispatched to help move thousands from neighboring Tagulandang island to Siau island. The eruption also prompted the closure of Sam Ratulangi international airport in Manado.

Google’s latest Doodle celebrates the vibrant culture of Indonesia by featuring Tari Rangkuk Alu, a traditional dance from the Manggarai region. This unique dance incorporates bamboo sticks to create a moving grid for performers to navigate.

A powerful 6.5-magnitude undersea earthquake struck Indonesia’s West Java province on Saturday night, sending tremors across the region. The quake, with its epicenter located 151 kilometers southwest of Garut Regency at a depth of 10 kilometers, was felt in the capital, Jakarta, and several other provinces. The earthquake did not trigger any tsunami alerts, but it serves as a reminder of Indonesia’s vulnerability to seismic activity due to its position on the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire.

An AirAsia flight scheduled to depart from Perth to Indonesia on Thursday morning experienced a power outage before takeoff, leading to panic among passengers. The flight, QZ533, was supposed to leave around 3am but was delayed due to the power failure. Several passengers became emotional and upset, and 17 opted to leave the plane before departure. The flight eventually took off and landed at Jakarta airport 80 minutes late at 6.31am local time. According to aviation expert Keith Tonkin, the technical issue was resolved quickly and the delay was minimal. He praised AirAsia’s strong safety record and expressed confidence in the airline’s ability to investigate and prevent similar incidents in the future.

Nusantara, Indonesia’s planned new capital city, is a bold and ambitious project that aims to redistribute wealth and create a more accessible administrative center while addressing the challenges of overcrowding, traffic congestion, and environmental degradation in Jakarta. However, the project has also raised concerns about its impact on the surrounding natural environment and indigenous communities.

Balancing the need for economic development with environmental sustainability is a complex challenge for many developing countries, and Indonesia is no exception. The government must carefully weigh the potential benefits of the new capital against the risks to the environment and the rights of indigenous peoples.

Ultimately, the success of Nusantara will depend on the government’s ability to implement the project in a sustainable and inclusive manner that respects the ecological integrity of the surrounding forest and coastal waters and ensures fair compensation and relocation assistance for affected communities.

Nusantara, Indonesia’s new capital city, aims to achieve sustainable urban development by coexisting harmoniously with nature. However, the project raises ethical, social, and ecological concerns. Careful planning is crucial to minimize environmental damage, preserve biodiversity, and ensure social justice and cultural preservation. The development of Nusantara can serve as a model for other cities to prioritize sustainability, inclusion, and lively communities.

Prabowo Subianto has been formally declared the president-elect of Indonesia, after the electoral commission certified the results of the presidential election held in April. Subianto won by a landslide, receiving more than twice the votes of his two rivals. However, his opponents had challenged his victory, accusing him of widespread fraud and state interference. The Constitutional Court rejected their arguments and upheld Subianto’s victory. Subianto will take office in October, becoming Indonesia’s first president from outside the Jakarta elite.

Balibo, an Australian war movie directed by Robert Connolly, depicts the tragic fate of the Balibo Five journalists who were killed while reporting on Indonesia’s invasion of East Timor in 1975. The film follows reporter Roger East (Anthony LaPaglia) as he investigates the journalists’ disappearance and befriends José Ramos-Horta (Oscar Isaac), who later becomes President of East Timor. Balibo is available to stream on Peacock, NBCUniversal’s streaming service. With a Premium account, viewers have access to over 80,000 hours of TV, movies, and sports, including current NBC and Bravo shows, along with 50 always-on channels. Premium Plus offers the same content with no ads (excluding limited exclusions) and allows users to download select titles for offline viewing.

A UK-based rights group has accused the British government of turning a blind eye and abetting Indonesia’s use of counterterrorism laws to restrict civil liberties. According to the report, the UK government has played a behind-the-scenes role in Indonesia’s anti-extremism policy formulation and funded the training of its anti-terrorism personnel. Indonesia’s counter-extremism programmes have been accused of targeting religious minorities and suppressing peaceful calls for Papuan independence. The report highlights the potential human rights violations caused by Indonesia’s counter-extremism apps and laws, including the blasphemy law and the new criminal code. Despite acknowledging the potential for human rights violations, Indonesian officials defend the government’s record on counterterrorism and deradicalisation.

Indonesia’s Constitutional Court has dismissed appeals from two losing presidential candidates who alleged widespread fraud in the recent elections. The court ruled that the candidates had failed to provide sufficient evidence to support their claims.