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1. Australian Oil Spill Stemmed After 10 Weeks November 04, 2009 The flow of oil leaking from a well in the Timor Sea northwest of Australia has been stopped after more than two months. Operators of the West Atlas drilling platform also say a fire on the rig has been extinguished. Conservationists say the oil and gas spill is one of Australia's worst environmental disasters.  Image provided by PTTEP Australia shows West Atlas oil rig after fire was put out 150 miles (250 kilometers) off Australia's northwest coast, 03 Nov 2009Although the leak beneath the West Atlas drilling platform has been stopped, engineers say more work needs to done before they c... (read more)

2. Australia Oil Spill Spreads Contamination to Indonesia October 20, 2009 Australia's worst oil slick since the mid-1980s is now tainting Indonesian waters. Fishermen in West Timor say contaminated fish are making villagers ill. Oil began leaking two months ago, following an accident on the West Atlas drilling platform, which lies about 200 kilometers off the coast of Western Australia. Since then, the millions of liters of oil have poured into the water, prompting concerns for the health of endangered turtles as well as whales and dolphins.  Indonesian fishermen say the slick has killed of thousands of fish and is causing illness among villagers who have ... (read more)

3. East Timor Government Survives No-Confidence Vote October 13, 2009 Although East Timor's government has survived a no-confidence motion in parliament, there still is considerable anger over the prime minister's decision to release a pro-Indonesia militia leader charged with war crimes. This crisis is another test for a fledgling democracy.East Timor Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao (File)Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao addressed the East Timor Parliament for more than two hours to defend his decision to release Maternus Bere. Bere is accused of crimes against humanity in East Timor. He allegedly was one of the leaders of pro-Indonesia militias involved in a 1999 ma... (read more)

4. Australia Grants Asylum to Afghans Who Survived Explosion at Sea October 12, 2009 A group of Afghan asylum seekers who survived an explosion that killed five people in the Timor Sea are to be granted refugee status in Australia. The government, however, has signaled it will deport anyone convicted of causing the explosion, which investigators suspect was sabotage. In April, a boat carrying 47 Afghan asylum seekers was rocked by an explosion that killed five men and injured almost everyone else on board. The Australian navy, which found the vessel about 600 kilometers off Australia's northwest coast, was escorting it when the blast occurred.  Afghan refugees from ... (read more)

5. Indonesia 'Surprised' by Australian War Crimes Probe in East Timor September 10, 2009 Australia has played down fears that a police investigation into the deaths of five journalists in East Timor will spark a diplomatic dispute with Indonesia. Australian police have begun a war crimes investigation into the deaths of the five newsmen in the East Timor town of Balibo, which lies about 10 kilometers from the Indonesian border. Their families and others allege that Indonesian special forces troops deliberately killed the men in an attempt to cover up their advance into East Timor during an invasion in 1975. A coroner in Sydney ruled in an inquest in 2007 that the me... (read more)

6. Despite 10 Years of Self-Determination, Economic Progress Slow in East Timor August 28, 2009 East Timorese boy holds brother at refugee camp in Dili, East Timor (2008 File)Ten years ago, the people of East Timor voted for independence from Indonesia. With self-determination came the expectation of a better life. But economic progress on this small island nation has been slow. While the country has serious problems like entrenched poverty and high unemployment, East Timor also has great economic potential. Francisco Lopez, has a small coffee plantation in the East Timor countryside. Last year he made slightly more than $100.He says it is a good price but still not enough to buy what t... (read more)

7. East Timor Celebrates 10th Anniversary as New Beginning August 27, 2009 A man stands next to flags in front of East Timor's president office as part of preparation for the 10th anniversary of independence in Dili, 26 Aug 2009Ten years ago the people of East Timor voted overwhelmingly to split from Indonesia and become an independent nation. The initial exhilaration they experienced was soon followed by violence from pro-Indonesia militias, and then economic struggles and internal strife. A decade after that vote East Timor is just beginning the hard work of nation building. Police officer Bernadette Eligardo is a familiar face on the streets of Dili. "It is very, ... (read more)

8. Cyclists Start Grueling Tour de Timor August 24, 2009 Cyclists from about 10 countries are competing in the first ever Tour de Timor, a five-day bicycle race across the Southeast Asian island nation of East Timor. The tour is being held in conjunction with the 10th anniversary of East Timor's vote for independence from Indonesia. Cyclists race for finish line in Baucau District, 24 Aug 2009The president of East Timor, José Ramos-Horta, attended the opening of the inaugural Tour De Timor, a 350-kilometer bicycle race across his island nation. "We hope that everybody arrives intact, no broken arm or leg, or no bruises, no dehydration, and th... (read more)

9. Explore How Beautiful The Philippine Islands July 21, 2009 Other than the usual - such is how the Philippine is positioned in the visiting the attractions check. The planet is an archipelago and renowned officially as the Republic of the Philippines. This archipelago is located in Southeast Asia and holds the distinction of making lone of single two predominantly Christian countries in Asia. The other people is East Timor. There are around 7,107 islands in the people and these islands host right through 90 million public. This population centered on 2008 predictions makes the people as the 12th generally populous people in the planet. For the traveler... (read more) Author: Ruel Hinaloc

10. Former Rebels Go to Court Over Plot to Kill East Timor's President July 14, 2009  Jose Ramos Horta (File)Former rebels have gone on trial in East Timor accused of the attempted murder of President Jose Ramos-Horta. He was seriously hurt in an assassination attempt outside his home in February 2008, when gunmen targeted two of the fledgling country's most senior political figures. Prosecutors charge that the mastermind behind the assassination attempts on East Timor's leadership was an East Timorese-born Australian, Angelita Pires. She was in a relationship with rebel leader Alfredo Reinado, who was killed in the attack on President Ramos-Horta. The prosecuto... (read more)

11. East Timor Leader Says Voters Will Judge Former Indonesian Military Strongman July 07, 2009 Prabowo Subianto (File)East Timor's President Jose Ramos-Horta says it is up to Indonesian voters to judge a former army commander who hopes to become vice president in Wednesday's elections. Human rights groups accuse Prabowo Subianto of orchestrating atrocities in both East Timor and Indonesia. Human rights organizations allege that soldiers under Prabowo Subianto's command murdered and kidnapped opponents and dissidents in both East Timor and Jakarta. He served several tours of duty in East Timor, where Indonesian forces were accused of war crimes, including rape, torture and murder.&n... (read more)

12. Where can I travel in East Timor? June 01, 2009 With the hassles of working life and all the tiresome news of credit crunches and financial woes, quite often, you may feel like escaping from all the stress and taking some time off. There’s no better remedy than to escape to a resort and relax and there’s no better place to do that than in East Timor. East Timor is within Timor, an island that is almost the size of Netherlands and it forms an arc between Asia and Australia situated within the Nusatengarra Archipelago. East Timor covers an area of approximately 15,007 square kilometres and has a population of about 900,000 with Tetum and Por... (read more) Author: Amar Shah

13. Get the Right Darwin Information from Online Sources May 19, 2009 Situated on the Timor Sea, Darwin is the capital city of the Northern Territory, Australia. Once a small port, this city has, with time, grown into one of the most modern and habitable cities in the country. Overlooking the harbor and proximate to a few well-known Asian destinations, Darwin is increasingly becoming a favorite with international and national tourists in Australia. The Internet is replete with resources providing up-to-date Darwin information to such tourists. The Larrakia people were the first inhabitants of Darwin. This city has a history engulfed in tragedy. It has been... (read more) Author: Tom Smith

14. East Timorese Remember 1999 Massacre April 06, 2009 This is the tenth anniversary of one of East Timor's worst massacres. Up to 100 people were killed by pro-Indonesian militia at a church. The victims' families are dismayed that so few of those responsible have been brought to justice over the 1999 crimes.The killings in the coastal town of Liquica came about five months before East Timor would vote to secede from Indonesia.The campaign against independence was ruthless. Militia troops were supported by the Indonesian military and were trying to force East Timorese to vote to remain part of Indonesia. That bloody period in East Timor's history... (read more)

15. Internet Home Business Opportunities in College Admissions Counseling March 25, 2009 If owning your own home has often been defined as the classic American dream, attending college in the United States is perhaps best described as an all encompassing global dream. Millions of upward bound students dream of attending college in the US and aspire for a place in an American college classroom. These students are not restricted to the United States alone but transcend its borders to touch even the most remote of countries such as East Timor and Albania. This is precisely why an Internet home business based on the college admissions counseling model is so hotly pursued by educator... (read more) Author: Stuart Rubenstein

16. Explore the Philippine Islands February 10, 2009 More than the usual- this is how the Philippine is positioned in the tourism block. The country is an archipelago and known officially as the Republic of the Philippines. This archipelago is located in Southeast Asia and holds the distinction of being one of only two predominantly Christian countries in Asia. The other country is East Timor. There are around 7,107 islands in the country and these islands host around 90 million people. This population based on 2008 estimates makes the country as the 12th most populous country in the world. For the traveler interested to know more about th... (read more) Author: Jose Abada

17. Indonesia Regrets Violence in East Timor July 15, 2008 Indonesia and East Timor have accepted a report on violence that marred East Timor's vote for independence in 1999. Chad Bouchard reports from Jakarta.Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (R) walks with East Timor's President Ramos Horta (L) prior to their bilateral meeting in Nusa Dua, Bali island, 15 Jul 2008During a meeting on the island of Bali, leaders of both countries expressed regret over violence following East Timor's independence vote, which ended 24 years of Indonesia's heavy-handed rule.United Nations officials say about 1,000 East Timorese were killed during Indonesia's ... (read more)

18. Probe Finds Indonesian Forces Responsible for 1999 Bloodshed in East Timor July 11, 2008 An investigation has determined that Indonesian military and civilian security forces orchestrated a campaign of violence during East Timor's independence referendum in 1999.The findings are contained in a 300-page report prepared by the Commission of Truth and Friendship. It will be submitted next Monday to Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and his East Timorese counterpart, Jose Ramos-Horta. The commission says Indonesian authorities provided funding and weapons to anti-independence militias who carried out a host of atrocities, including murder, rapes, torture and illegal dete... (read more)

19. Australian beaches June 08, 2008 Australia, as you're probably aware, is an island, surrounded by water on all sides. To the east lies the South Pacific Ocean; to the west the Indian Ocean; to the north the Timor, Arafura and Coral Seas; to the south the Southern Ocean and Tasman Sea, and Tasmania is separated from the mainland by The Bass Strait. Here you'll find some of the best beaches on the planet. The huge mainland coastline stretches for nearly 37,000 km and includes 11,011 beaches and with the addition of all the coastal islands this amounts to more than 47,000 km, more than any other nation. (By the wa... (read more) Author: John Morrad

20. Guide To a Yacht Charter in Indonesia May 27, 2008 Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, with more than 18,000 islands. It's also primarily dominated by Muslims and is # 4 in the world in terms of population. In 2006, there are already over 200 million people living in Indonesia. The country is sharing land borders with other Asian countries like Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, and East Timor. Indonesia is a mixture of bold and new. And with a lot of islands to choose from, besides touring, you can count sailing in Indonesia as one of the most popular activities. A vacation in Bali will never be complete if you don't try swimming... (read more) Author: D. Browall

21. Darwin Hotels: Setting New standards in Comfortability May 20, 2008 The accommodation options found in Darwin offer utmost comfort and luxury. The amenities are excellent and the services are simply fabulous. The rooms at the Darwin hotels are designed to meet the requirements of every traveler and make their stay an unforgettable experience. Darwin is the capital city of the northern territory of Australia. The city is located on the Timor Sea. It is one of the smallest cities of Australia, but a popular tourist destination across the world. Every year, large numbers of travelers come to Darwin to enjoy their vacation in peace and comfort. The Darwin hotels ... (read more) Author: Ritu Raj Mishra

22. East Timor Rebel Leader Surrenders April 29, 2008 A leader of a rebel group blamed for an attempted assassination of East Timor's president has surrendered.  Marianne Kearney reports for VOA from Jakarta where Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao confirmed the rebel's surrender. Gastao Salsinha and 12 of his men came down from the mountain town of Ermera and surrendered to East Timor's deputy prime minister in the capital Dili. Salsinha, who led a band of rebel Timorese soldiers, was allegedly involved in an shooting attack on President José Ramos-Horta and a separate attack on Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao in February.  President Ram... (read more)

23. East Timor's Wounded President Home to a Hero's Welcome April 17, 2008 East Timor's president, Jose Ramos-Horta, has arrived home after more than two months of treatment in Australia for injuries he sustained in an assassination attempt. Doctors say his recovery has been exceptional. From Sydney, Phil Mercer reports. Thousands of people greeted President Ramos-Horta as he arrived in the East Timorese capital, Dili, Thursday. As the crowd shouted "Viva President Ramos-Horta", the 58-year-old leader thanked the people of his troubled country for their support. He also thanked the national parliament, government officials and the international community. Mr. Ramos-... (read more)

24. Former Indonesian Militia Leader Released from Jail April 08, 2008 Just hours after being released following two years in a Jakarta prison, former pro-Jakarta militia leader Eurico Guterres announced plans to run for Indonesia's parliament next year. As VOA's Nancy-Amelia Collins reports from Jakarta, Guterres' 10-year sentence for human rights abuses committed during East Timor's vote for independence was overturned last week by Indonesia's supreme court. Eurico Guterres, the pro-Jakarta militia leader serving a 10-year jail sentence for crimes against humanity, walked out of Jakarta's Cipinang prison, late Monday evening, two days after the supreme court ... (read more)

25. East Timor Militia Leader Aquitted by Indonesia's Supreme Court April 05, 2008 Indonesia's Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of a former pro-Jakarta militia leader, ruling that he did not commit gross human rights violations during East Timor's vote for independence in 1999. Marianne Kearney has more from Jakarta. Eurico Guterres, the leader of the Aitarak (Thorn) militia, was given a ten-year sentence for his role in attacks on pro-independence supporters in East Timor in 1999.  During one famous attack on the house of a former governor, Guterres and his men killed at least 12 people, including the former governor's son. The attack was witnessed by dozen... (read more)

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