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Page last updated at 20:29 GMT, Sunday, 22 November 2009

A passenger waits for rescue in seas off Sumatra, Indonesia

Hundreds saved on Indonesia ferry More than 240 people are rescued after an Indonesian ferry sinks in stormy waters, but at least 29 people die, officials say. In pictures: Ferry rescue Rescuers seek ferry survivors
Country profile: Indonesia

Rescue workers prepare to enter the mine on 22 November 2009 Chinese mine blast toll doubles
The death toll from a mine blast in north-eastern China more than doubles to 87, with 21 people still missing, report state media.

Jeong Nam-kyu (file pic: 2006) S Korea mass killer hangs himself
One of South Korea's most prolific mass murderers hangs himself while on death row, the country's Justice Ministry says.
FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS

Chinese rescuers make their way into the Hegang mine, 22 November 2009 Safety alarm
China's concerns over latest deadly mining accident

Passengers wearing life jackets are picked up by a rescue boat In pictures
Hundreds survive Indonesia ferry accident

A televisual representation of Homo erectus Paleo-celebrity
A journey to the Java home of an ancient alpha male

MORE FROM ASIA-PACIFIC Japan says deflation has returned
Student leader on trial in China
World economy 'heads for growth'
China 'steps up US cyber-spying'
Obama urges North Korea to change
Arroyo steps down as party leader

BUSINESS Korea says no to US trade talks
Business rebounds at China Mobile

YOUR PERSPECTIVE Eyewitness: Sumatra earthquake
Japan election: Voters' views
Xinjiang: Views from China

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FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS Scant welcome for refugees in Japan
Malaysia and Indonesia try to mend ties
Border town venerates Dalai Lama
China writes big cheque for Africa

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A North Korean describes life in the secret state's army

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Filipino villages still deluged weeks after storms hit

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An apology and an 'audience with Parky'

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