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4 Countries Where Hanuman Has a Different Name

“मनोजवं मारुततुल्यवेगं जितेन्द्रियं बुद्धिमतां वरिष्ठम्। वातात्मजं वानरयूथमुख्यं श्रीरामदूतं शरणं प्रपद्ये॥” This famous Hanuman shloka praises him as the fastest, strongest, and most intelligent devotee of Lord Rama. In India, Hanuman is known as the symbol of courage, devotion, and unstoppable strength. But here is something fascinating. Hanuman’s story did not…

Times Life

Desperate to flee abuse in Cambodian scam compounds, these young Indonesians are now facing suspicion back home

In the first two weeks of March, two young Indonesian women died alone in a hospital in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

The Conversation

Australia risks being lapped in the race for green fuel

Neighbouring countries including Indonesia and Malaysia could beat Australia to lead the sustainable aviation fuel market despite its potential.

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Charter owner charged over sophisticated 'black flight'

A "black flight" that allegedly flew two fugitives out of Australia to Indonesia has led to the arrest of an aviation company owner for people smuggling.

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Five dead and more feared missing after giant landfill collapses in Indonesia

Indonesia’s largest landfill is ‘the tip of the iceberg’ of Jakarta’s failed waste management system, minister says

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Indonesian court sentences 3 men for shooting death of fellow Australian in Bali

An Indonesian court has sentenced three Australian men for the fatal shooting of another Australian

The Independent UK

Waste mound collapse at Indonesia's largest landfill kills at least 5 and leaves several missing

Officials say a massive avalanche of garbage at Indonesia’s largest landfill has killed at least five people and left several others missing after heavy overnight rain triggered the collapse

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Donald Trump’s so-called Board of Peace faces a major blow as Indonesia threatens to walk away

The attacks on Iran are raising different concerns for this muslim majority country.

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Scientists find 2 marsupial species, thought to have gone extinct 6,000 years ago, living in the forests of New Guinea

The pygmy long-fingered possum and the ring-tailed glider, two marsupials believed to have died out thousands of years ago, are still alive in Papuan Indonesia.

LiveScience

Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16, communication minister says

Indonesia will ban social media for children under 16, Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid

The Independent UK

If Ramayana Was Myth, Why Do These 5 Countries Still Celebrate It?

For thousands of years, the Ramayana has been one of the most influential stories in human civilization. Written by the sage Valmiki, the epic tells the journey of Lord Ram, his exile, the abduction of Sita, and the battle against Ravana. Many people today discuss the Ramayana as mythology, literature,…

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In a ‘ruptured’ world order, here’s how Australia can forge new middle-power partnerships

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made an impassioned pitch in the Australian parliament for middle powers like Canada and Australia to build new coalitions in the “ruptured” global order that are less reliant on the United States.

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The world’s largest climate finance deal was built to flounder: why funding fails to reach the front-line

Adopted in December 2015, the Paris Agreement commits countries to keeping global temperature rise below 2°C above pre-industrial levels.

The Conversation

Too close to Trump: How Indonesian President Prabowo gambles sovereignty, humanity for US’ approval

The Indonesian public has grown increasingly uneasy with President Prabowo Subianto’s foreign policy pivot toward the United States. From Indonesia’s decision to join the Board of Peace (BoP) initiated by Donald Trump to the signing of the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) on February 19, 2026, the trajectory is clear:…

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Strong earthquake strikes Indonesia's Sumatra island

A powerful 6.1-magnitude earthquake jolted off Indonesia's Sumatra island on Tuesday, a region situated on a major tectonic collision zone. This seismic activity is characteristic of the Pacific "Ring of Fire." While a previous 6.3-magnitude quake in November 2025 near Aceh caused no tsunami, the region remains prone to such…

The Independent UK

Chicago man accused of killing girlfriend's mother in Indonesia pleads not guilty to U.S. charges

A Chicago man accused of helping his then-girlfriend kill her mother during a vacation in Indonesia has pleaded not guilty to federal charges in the United States

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Marc Marquez lacking same strength as last year after “no joke” Indonesia injury

Marquez won’t be 100% fit at the start of the 2026 season and has adjusted his bike accordingly

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Two British men jailed for combined 20 years for smuggling cocaine into Bali

Both were facing the death penalty in Indonesia, which has some of the strictest drug trafficking laws in the world

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Bali ‘suitcase murder’ convict apologises as he is deported to US

Tommy Schaefer to face Chicago court after deportation from Indonesia

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Indonesia frees and deports American who spent 11 years in prison for Bali 'suitcase murder'

Indonesia has freed and deported an American man after he spent 11 years in prison for the premeditated murder of his then-girlfriend’s mother on the tourist island of Bali

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Is There Really a 2,000-Year-Old Shiva Lingam in Vietnam? 5 Hindu Sites That Will Amaze You

Hinduism is one of the world’s oldest religions, and its influence has traveled far beyond India. While the temples of India are famous, archaeologists and historians have recently uncovered ancient Hindu relics and temples outside India. From Vietnam to Indonesia, these sites are evidence of trade, cultural exchange, and devotion…

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Cheap underwater camera records deep-sea creature in Indonesia that’s likely never been filmed alive before

Citizen scientist and underwater filmmaker drops US$400/£300 Insta360 and DIY camera rig off the coast of Indonesia, and captures possible world-first footage of majestic purple eagle ray

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4 Powerful Lord Shiva Temples Outside India You Should Visit

Lord Shiva, the supreme deity of Hinduism, is also known as Trikaal Darshi or the seer of the three periods of time. Being the Adi Yogi who is engaged in deep meditation, Maha Dev has absolute knowledge of everything that is happening throughout the universe. Therefore, not just in India,…

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US basketball player Jarred Shaw escaped execution in Indonesia, but his prison ordeal continues

The Texan made the mistake of his life when he ordered gummies to soothe symptoms of Crohn’s disease. Now his health is suffering in a foreign jail

Times Life

The Hidden Energy Inside Rudraksha Beads

For many years people have known that Rudraksha’s beads are only used for prayers only. People wear them around their neck, on their wrist, or use them while meditating, but they just don't wear it for fashion or daily habits but because they feel a strong emotional and spiritual connection…

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