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Embassies May Have to Relocate After Indonesia Passes Law to Move Capital
The movement of the capital to Nusantara was reportedly described as a "10-year national priority program."
Prison Fire Burns to Death at Least 41 Inmates Trapped in Their Cells
There were more than 2,000 inmates at the Tangerang jail near Jakarta, Indonesia, in a facility built for 600.
Red Cross Warns Indonesia Approaching 'Catastrophe' Amid COVID Surge
The Red Cross cautioned that Indonesia is "on the edge of a COVID-19 catastrophe" as the country navigates an increase in COVID-19 cases. Despite the surge, less than 5 percent of the adult population is fully vaccinated.
Five Cities Vulnerable To Rising Seas, Including Miami and New York
Recent climate-change projections have put some new cities in the crosshairs
'Cigarettes for the Vagina': Don't Use 'Harmful' Madura Sticks, Experts Say
Gynecologist Dr. Jen Gunter told Newsweek products which claim to tighten the vagina are "medically harmful and playing off patriarchal tropes."
Lion Air Crash Latest: Sea Search Underway
Indonesian search and rescue officials said there were no survivors of the 188 people aboard.
Collapse at Jakarta Stock Exchange Injures Dozens
The collapse occurred in Tower 2, which hosts the local offices of the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation, and Nike, among others.
Man Kills Snake on a Train With His Bare Hands
People on the train began to panic as the three-foot reptile appeared.
This Indonesian School Is Nurturing ISIS Child Jihadis
At least 12 people have traveled from the school to the Middle East to fight for ISIS.
Indonesia Foils Chemical Plot on Presidential Palace
Indonesian police on Tuesday (Aug 15) arrested five suspected militants near the capital Jakarta.
Muslim Groups in Indonesia, Malaysia Boycott Starbucks
The religious groups' opposition to Starbucks came after a video of company chairman Howard Schultz making pro-LGBT comments circulated online.
Foreigners Escape Bali Jail by Digging 13-Yard Tunnel
The four men had been jailed on drug and fraud charges.
Jakarta's Former Governor Ahok Will Drop Appeal
Supporters of the ex-governor have been protesting after his controversial jailing for insulting Islam in Muslim-majority Indonesia.
Indonesia Blasphemy Case Shows Democracy Under Threat
The Christian governor Ahok has been jailed for two years on the "flimsiest of charges," writes historian Carool Kersten.
Jakarta: Protests After Governor's Blasphemy Conviction
In Indonesia's capital, an estimated 1,000 people showed their support for the Christian Ahok, who has been sentenced to two years in prison.
Jakarta's Christian Governor Ahok Jailed For Blasphemy
The governor lost his bid for re-election in an April run-off to a Muslim rival and will hand over power in October.
Female Clerics Issue Fatwa Against Marital Rape
Most clerics taking part came from Indonesia, but a handful of female clerics traveled from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and India.
Jakarta's Christian Governor Loses to Muslim Rival
The Christian incumbent Ahok was accused of blasphemy after a doctored video of a speech he made went viral.
Could the Jakarta Vote Change the Face of Indonesia?
The incumbent governor is currently on trial for insulting the Koran.
Indonesian Family of Five Held in Bali Over ISIS Links
Police said the family left Indonesia to join ISIS in Turkey.
Indonesia Arrests Six Over ISIS-Inspired Church Attack
A man wearing a shirt bearing the word "jihad" threw Molotov cocktails at a church Sunday.
Indonesian Police Shoot Dead ISIS-Inspired Attacker
The man threw two explosive devices at police officers in a town near Jakarta.
Indonesia Posts Anti-LGBT Ad For Youth Ambassador Role
It comes as the government continues to diminish rights for the LGBT community in Indonesia.
Indonesia: There is 'No Room' For The LGBT Community
The "proliferation of the LGBT movement" is not allowed in the most populous Muslim country.
Who Was Santoso, Indonesia's Most-Wanted Militant?
Indonesia's top security minister said security forces killed the feared militant on Monday.
Indonesia Hunts ISIS Cells Across Country After Attack
Authorities have made three arrests since the militant group's first-ever attack on Indonesia.
Meet the Man Allegedly Behind ISIS's Attack in Jakarta
Police identified Bahrun Naim as the mastermind behind the attack that killed two civilians.
ISIS and Cruz's Controversies Could Surface at Debate
In their sixth debate, expect the Republicans to discuss the economy, immigration and North Korea.
ISIS Main Suspect in Jakarta Attacks
A news agency affiliated to the group has claimed responsibility for the attack that left seven dead.