Death toll climbs in West Bandung as disasters grip Java

Death toll climbs in West Bandung as disasters grip Java

Flooding and landslides that were triggered by torrential rains have continued to paralyze parts of Java and disrupt traffic and public service, with the worst single disaster killing at least nine people and leaving more than 80 missing in West Java.

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Heavy rain, coastal erosion compound flooding threats in Java

Heavy rain, coastal erosion compound flooding threats in Java

Persistent heavy rainfall across West and Central Java has triggered flooding and landslides with coastal areas bearing the greatest impact due to ongoing erosion. The situation is expected to continue in the coming days.

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Layoffs surge in manufacturing, retail, govt data suggest

Layoffs surge in manufacturing, retail, govt data suggest

The latest release of manpower data shows that the manufacturing, retail and mining sectors recorded the sharpest rise in job losses over the six months to June, with Central Java leading the provinces most affected by layoffs.

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Java airports grounded by low demand, poor planning

Java airports grounded by low demand, poor planning

Experts slammed the lack of infrastructure in Kertajati Airport in West Java, calling it "a symbol of megaproject failure." 

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