Indonesian Quake Survivors Recount Trauma of Aftershocks and Self-Rescue
Survivors of an earthquake off Indonesia's Flores island recounted the trauma of intense, all-day aftershocks and their efforts to self-rescue after the initial tremor.
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Indonesia Earthquake Kills 51 in Flores
An earthquake in Indonesia has resulted in 51 fatalities on Flores island, with aftershocks continuing to impact the region.
Study Sheds Light on 'The Hobbit' (Homo floresiensis)
Anthropologists have debated for two decades how 'Homo floresiensis,' known as 'The Hobbit,' lived, with the first specimen discovered on Indonesia's Flores island in 2003.
GNR Seizes 15 Kilograms of Limpets on Flores Island
A 53-year-old man was identified on Flores Island for illegally harvesting limpets out of season. The live specimens were returned to their natural habitat.
Thousands Displaced After 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia
Thousands of people remain displaced on Indonesia’s Flores Island after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake killed at least 70 people, with many still desperate for help.
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Deadly Earthquake Strikes Eastern Indonesia, Killing Dozens
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck eastern Indonesia, resulting in at least 47 deaths and widespread destruction. Rescuers are searching for survivors, with thousands awaiting aid in affected areas.
German Man Dies Aboard Sailboat Off Flores Island, Azores
A German man died aboard a sailboat off Flores Island in the Azores, with the cause of death unknown. An investigation has been opened, and the vessel was towed due to engine failure.
Azores Government to Charter New Ship for Flores Island Supply
The Government of the Azores plans to charter a new vessel to ensure the regular supply of goods to Flores island, in addition to the existing ships for Corvo and Flores.
Indonesia Earthquake Kills 53, Thousands Evacuated Amid Rescue Efforts
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia has resulted in 53 deaths and the evacuation of thousands of people, with aftershocks hindering rescue operations. International leaders have conveyed condolences as emergency aid is urgently needed for those affected.
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Powerful 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Indonesia, Killing Dozens
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia, resulting in at least 38 deaths and triggering landslides. The quake caused significant damage to homes and prompted tsunami warnings in the region.
The Tragedy and Mysteries of Flores Island
The article explores the historical and cultural mysteries of Flores Island, including its Portuguese past, Catholic heritage in Indonesia, a lesser-known tsunami, the 'tiny man of Flores,' and a giant rat.