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  • Illustrations: In 18th century, batik clothing was worn in Java to express both status and character

    Illustrations: In 18th century, batik clothing was worn in Java to express both status and character

    Fiona Kerlogue
    · Dec 04, 2022 · 07:30 pm
  • The devastation in Java shows how dangerous shallow earthquakes can be

    The devastation in Java shows how dangerous shallow earthquakes can be

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    · Nov 25, 2022 · 11:30 pm
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    · Dec 25, 2018 · 01:44 pm
  • Glimpses from the rare ‘Menak Amir Hamza’, the Javanese version of the epic on the Prophet’s uncle

    Glimpses from the rare ‘Menak Amir Hamza’, the Javanese version of the epic on the Prophet’s uncle

    Annabel Gallop
    · Oct 20, 2018 · 08:30 pm
  • Listen: How sarod maestro Ali Akbar Khan uses the ‘java’ to change moods and tones

    Listen: How sarod maestro Ali Akbar Khan uses the ‘java’ to change moods and tones

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    · Jun 24, 2017 · 05:30 am
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