Indonesia
At gas stations in Denpasar and southern Badung, drivers spend hours searching for Pertalite and Pertamax. Authorities say supplies are gradually being restored.
The Singapore Grand Prix was attended by 301,294 spectators — the second-highest figure in the race's history. The PSI in the city reached 192 points.
In Indonesia, eight orangutans were moved to a protected forest after fires on Borneo. Since August, 46 animals have been rescued.
At the Tysa checkpoint, border guards found 652. 8 kg of a substance resembling kratom. The briquettes were hidden in compartments of a minibus.
El Niño could become the strongest on record, causing heat, droughts and floods. The previous event cost the global economy $4 trillion.
Beijing plans to nominate Sun Li for the position of WHO Director-General at a late stage. China seeks to strengthen its influence after the United States' withdrawal from the organization.
After the September eruption, two new islands formed near Anak Krakatau, and the area of the volcanic island increased by 32. 8 hectares. The eruption caused disruptions to nearly 3,000 flights.
Indonesia purchased American AAV-7A1s after the Russian BT-3Fs won the tender. The Ukrainian BTR-4s lost the competition.
The world observes the days of nuclear disarmament, languages, contraception, and environmental health. According to the church calendar, John the Theologian is commemorated.
In November, Pope Leo will visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, covering 31,000 km and holding around 50 events. The tour will run from 6–17 November.
The fire has approached the station in Borneo, where more than 2,500 orangutans are being studied. Scientists warn: the flames could reach the camp in 20 days.
The Virgo Transport 8 vessel lost contact in the Java Sea. Six people were killed, 130 are missing, and 107 were rescued.
The Virgo Transport 8 lost contact in the Java Sea while en route to South Kalimantan. No casualties have been reported.
Sulawesi hunter-gatherers may have consumed betel nuts 25,000 years ago. Scientists found traces of them on severely damaged teeth.
Seven airports have been closed in Indonesia, and more than 270,000 passengers have been affected by the eruption of Anak Krakatau. Authorities expect further eruptions.
Due to volcanic ash, 209 flights were canceled or delayed, affecting 22,700 passengers. There is no tsunami threat.
The WMO forecasts that El Niño will intensify to very strong levels and continue through February. The phenomenon threatens droughts, floods and heat.
Due to strikes on the Russian oil-refining network, Russia banned aviation fuel exports and imported 70,000 tonnes of Jet A-1 from Korea and Egypt, according to intelligence.
Russia is recruiting Indonesians for the war against Ukraine, promising payments and citizenship. Intelligence has obtained documents concerning at least eight people.
The Eagle Crest agreement will remain in effect until 2037 and covers the F-15EX, modernization, maintenance, and infrastructure. The initial contract is worth $343.7 million.
Ukraine and Indonesia have signed a five-year memorandum on joint Antarctic and tropical research. The first projects will begin in December.
An earthquake measuring 7. 7 in eastern Indonesia has claimed the lives of at least 68 people, with more than 100 injured. About 500 houses have been damaged, 12,800 people cannot return home.
On the Indonesian island of Flores, at least 54 people were killed and more than 1,300 homes were damaged after a magnitude 7. 7 earthquake. About 5,000 residents are staying in temporary shelters, and the authorities have delivered 275 tons of humanitarian aid.
The ministers of eight Muslim countries condemned Israel’s rejection of the U. S. plan for Gaza. Netanyahu demands the complete disarmament of Hamas before the withdrawal of troops.
On Indonesia’s Flores Island, 51 people were killed and another 36 seriously injured as a result of a magnitude 7. 7 earthquake. About 5,000 people have been evacuated, and 341 aftershocks have been recorded.
A magnitude 7. 7 earthquake on the island of Flores has claimed the lives of 47 people, and more than 150 homes have been damaged. Rescuers continue their search, and the number of victims may rise.
The European Union has offered Indonesia the use of the Copernicus satellite system for mapping and search-and-rescue operations following a magnitude 7. 7 earthquake. At least 38 people were killed by the disaster, which occurred on August 15 near the island of Flores.
At least 38 people were killed and 13 others injured in a magnitude 7. 7 earthquake in eastern Indonesia. Rescuers cannot reach the Nagekeo area because of landslides and disrupted communications.
At least 20 people have died as a result of a magnitude 7. 7 earthquake and aftershocks in eastern Indonesia. Tsunami waves up to 1 meter were recorded; the warning was lifted after three hours.
At least five people were killed as a result of a magnitude 7. 7 earthquake on Indonesia’s Flores Island. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, and the tsunami warning has been lifted.