Today's Top 3 News: The 15 Most Dangerous Countries for Women

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top three news on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Here are the highlights: The 15 Most Dangerous Countries for Women, 6 Visa-Free European Countries for Indonesian Passport Holders, and Countries at High Risk of Megathrust Earthquakes.

The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today: 

1. The 15 Most Dangerous Countries for Women

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - In 2024, Iceland was named as the safest country in the world by the Global Peace Index (GPI). The country's crime rate, compared to all other countries, is exceptionally low that police officers don't even carry firearms when on duty, Tempo reported on July 10, 2024.

However, this is not the case in certain countries. Some places in the world require you to be constantly vigilant, especially for women.

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2. 6 Visa-Free European Countries for Indonesian Passport Holders

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - For Indonesian citizens, having a passport with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to various countries offers significant advantages, particularly European countries, which have always been popular destinations for their rich history, culture, and stunning landscapes.

Several European countries extend convenient visa policies for Indonesian passport holders. The list is as follows:

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3. Countries at High Risk of Megathrust Earthquakes

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Earthquakes are one of the most devastating natural disasters and megathrust earthquakes rank among the most destructive. These occur due to abrupt shifts along extended subduction zones, where one tectonic plate slides beneath another. 

Megathrust earthquakes pose a significant threat, as they can trigger massive tsunamis capable of devastating coastal regions within minutes. 

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