When most people hear "Indonesia," their minds instantly go to Bali-an island known for its beaches, yoga retreats, rice terraces, and vibrant nightlife. Bali has become of a well known name for ...

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Megathrust earthquakes, resulting from the friction between oceanic and continental plates, pose a significant threat to Java Island. These events can trigger large-scale ...

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JAKARTA, June 19 (Bernama) -- Mount Merapi, an active volcano in Central Java and Yogyakarta, has recently emitted lava and pyroclastic flows that reached distances of up to 1.5 kilometres from its ...