The search criteria included being "relatively free from earthquakes and volcanoes." Officials also want to avoid Jakarta's massive traffic jams. Indonesian President Joko Widodo says his country will ...

Tucked away in the heart of Southeast Asia, Borneo is one of the most remarkable islands on Earth. It’s the only island ...

Indonesia will soon have a new capital – one that currently doesn’t exist. Construction is expected to begin soon now that the Indonesian parliament has passed a bill approving the move. The capital, ...

That's more than the number of the critically endangered species remaining. The orangutans have been hit hard by deforestation and hunting. The... The world's largest species of orangutans is rapidly ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The Gua Sireh Cave on the island of Borneo in the Malaysian state of ...

The rampant deforestation for monoculture plantation and logging in western Indonesian Borneo has exacerbated the extinction risks of three plant species endemic to the island’s riparian lowland ...

The forests of Borneo are home to squirrels with extravagant tails and teeth so sharp they could slash a deer's throat — and folklore has it that's exactly what they use them for. When you purchase ...

Last country to gain full independence from British rule: With the collapse of the British Empire, many countries gained independence after World War II. Nations in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean ...