Cocos related news articles (3)

1. Indonesian rubbish ending up on Cocos by Ryan Robertson - Vancouver Sun.

"Even on the most isolated beaches, they consistently found pop and water bottles, foam sandals and small, brittle bits of plastic that wildlife often mistake for food. Disposable lighters, Styrofoam and bottle caps also proliferated. But when they arrived in the Cocos Islands, a chain of islands downwind from Indonesia, they were blown away by the concentration of plastic waste accumulating there". Read more

2. Russian heroes in the Battle of Penang by Tiberius Kerk - Free Malaysia Today

"Since Russia was a key member of the Allies, she sent a light cruiser, Zhemchug, to escort British and French transport ships across the Indian Ocean in the early stages of the war.

The UK and French vessels were carrying military personnel and cargo as they sailed across the vast ocean. In the long journey, Zhemchug made a detour to the harbour of Penang for repairs.

Unknown to the Allied forces, a German high speed cruiser, Emden, had slipped into Penang waters disguised as a British ship.

In a surprise attack, Emden launched several torpedoes at Zhemchug. The Russian cruiser didn’t stand a chance as the torpedoes found their target with devastating effect". Read more

3. Foodies seeking the most authentic dishes from around the world trek to the Islamic hub in Sydney's southwest Lakemba by Daisy Dumas CNNGo.com

Island Dreams Café
Specialising in home-cooked meals from two of Australia's far-flung territories -- Christmas and Cocos Islands -- Island Dreams Café delivers a dose of sleepy island life to the suburbs – despite there being fewer than 200 islanders in New South Wales.
The islanders’ Malay ancestors heavily influence this cuisine's flavors and it's hearty stuff. Typically popular dishes are ayam panggang and acar –- lemon chili chicken and cucumber and carrot pickle.
Coconut oil features throughout (palm oil is used on the islands) and the fresh chili used in the special sambal tumis cuts through the rich chicken and fish dishes, which are prepared each morning by Islander Alimah Bilda. The fish crackers -- alarmingly rainbow-colored -- are also a delicacy. Read more