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Archive: 9 July 2024

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Deadly Landslide at Illegal Gold Mine in Sulawesi Kills 11, 45 Missing

A landslide triggered by heavy rains has devastated an illegal gold mining site in Gorontalo province's Bone Bolango district, killing at least 11 people and leaving 45 missing as rescue operations continue in treacherous conditions. The disaster underscores the severe hazards posed by unregulated mining operations that lack safety protocols and frequently employ toxic chemicals. Indonesia's recurring vulnerability to mining-related disasters during the rainy season highlights the urgent need fo