The Latest Breaking News from Flores

84-year-old woman found alive inside the rubble ‘Like a miracle,’ three days after Indonesia earthquake

In an inspiring turn of events, an 84-year-old woman named Paulina Pobi was successfully rescued after enduring three harrowing days trapped under rubble in Nitunglea village on Flores island. Against the odds, she survived without sustenance, while rescue teams faced significant obstacles from landslides and damaged infrastructure. This incredible story…

The Times of India · Aug 20

Powerful earthquake kills dozens in eastern Indonesia

Quake struck Flores region early on Saturday, prompting thousands to seek higher ground for fear of a tsunami

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15

To truly understand Pope Francis’ theology – and impact – you need to look to his life in Buenos Aires

Pope Francis’ journey from the streets of Flores, a neighbourhood in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to the Vatican, is a remarkable tale.

The Conversation · Apr 22, 2025