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Indonesia continues search for at least 129 missing after ferry capsizes, 6 bodies recovered

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Indonesian authorities are continuing rescue operations for at least 129 people still missing after a passenger ferry capsized in the Java Sea over the weekend due to bad weather. At least 108 people have been successfully rescued, while the bodies of six passengers have been recovered from the water.

On Monday, the Indonesian rescue agency significantly expanded its efforts by deploying 622 personnel and 12 ships to scour the area for survivors. The ongoing search operation involves coordinated multi-agency efforts to locate the missing individuals amidst challenging maritime conditions.

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How the coverage differs

Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) (US) Focuses on the human toll, weather cause, and overall casualty statistics.
Free Malaysia Today (MY) Emphasizes the scale of the government rescue deployment and agency personnel.
Read the full story at the source WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) · US
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