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An Australian diver died off Tulamben, Bali, after panicking underwater during a guided dive, with emergency efforts failing to revive him. The incident is under investigation, and authorities are providing consular support to the family.
On Bali, the holiday industry masks a dark history of anti-Communist massacres from 60 years ago, where mass graves have been unearthed during construction, revealing the island's haunted past beneath its tourist resorts.
A 27-year-old woman in Bali died from starvation after following an extreme fruitarian diet, which led to severe malnutrition and health issues, despite repeated warnings from friends and hotel staff.
A UK university graduate, Karolina Krzyak, died after starving herself on a raw fruit diet, which led to severe health issues including osteoporosis and malnutrition, despite her pleas for help and concerns from friends and health coaches.
Bali, once celebrated for its natural beauty and cultural richness, is facing challenges due to a tourism boom driven by social media, leading to overcrowding, environmental degradation, and disillusionment among visitors, prompting local efforts for sustainable development.
Bali experiences its worst flooding in over a decade, resulting in at least 17 deaths and widespread destruction, exacerbated by climate change and deforestation. Simultaneously, India faces severe monsoon flooding, with hundreds of deaths and mass evacuations, while Australia endures record rainfall and tornadoes, highlighting extreme weather events linked to climate change.
A Peruvian woman was arrested in Bali for attempting to smuggle $70,000 worth of cocaine and ecstasy hidden in her underwear and a sex toy, after being stopped by customs officials. She revealed she was paid $19,000 by someone she met on the dark web to carry the drugs into Indonesia, where drug trafficking carries severe penalties, including the potential for the death penalty.
A 26-year-old Brazilian tourist, Juliana Marins, died after falling during a hike on Mount Rinjani in Bali, suffering fatal internal injuries. Her family alleges rescue team negligence, claiming delayed assistance contributed to her death.
A ferry carrying 65 people sank near Bali, Indonesia, resulting in 4 deaths and 30 missing, prompting a large rescue effort in rough seas, with the cause of the sinking still unknown.
A ferry sank near Bali, Indonesia, with 53 onboard, resulting in 4 confirmed deaths and 29 survivors rescued. Rescuers are searching for 32 missing persons amid improving weather conditions, after the vessel encountered trouble shortly after departure from East Java.
A ferry sank off Bali, Indonesia, resulting in at least four deaths and dozens missing, with survivors rescued and investigations ongoing into the cause, amid concerns over maritime safety in the region.
A ferry carrying 65 people sank off Bali, Indonesia, with 43 still missing; 2 bodies recovered and 20 rescued amid challenging sea conditions, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in Indonesian maritime transport.
A volcanic eruption at Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Indonesia has caused significant ash clouds, leading to over 20 flight cancellations and airport closures, raising safety concerns for travelers heading to Bali and nearby regions.
Stacy Keibler, the WWE Hall of Famer, defied the typical pre-Thanksgiving social media slowdown by sharing a series of striking bikini photos from Bali, demonstrating her continued influence and work ethic in the content creation space. At 45, Keibler remains a prominent figure, encouraging others in the influencer industry to maintain their efforts and creativity, even during holiday periods.
Flights to and from Bali have been cancelled by several airlines, including Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia, due to dangerous ash clouds from Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki. The volcano recently erupted, sending a 9km ash column into the sky, prompting safety concerns. The ash may also affect parts of northern Australia. Other airlines like Cathay Pacific, IndiGo, and AirAsia have also cancelled flights, while some flights continue. The volcanic activity has also led to the postponement of a jazz festival in Indonesia.