Following are the leading stories in the main Indonesian newspapers on July 2. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.

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KOMPAS

- GARUDA PLANE RETURNS TO AIRPORT ON EXCESSIVE CABIN NOISE

A Garuda Indonesia pilot on a flight to Padang, West Sumatra, decided to return to Jakarta after the jetliner experienced excessive cabin noise, a company spokesman said.

- EUROPEAN INSURANCE WON'T COVER PEOPLE ON INDONESIA CARRIERS

European insurance firms will not cover European residents who decide to fly on board Indonesian carriers, an Indonesian industry official said.

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