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Politics premium

Five Brimob officers ordered to apologize over ojol driver Affan’s death

The five Mobile Brigade (Brimob) personnel who were in the back seat of the vehicle that killed Affan Kurniawan were ordered to issue an apology to the public and the National Police leadership alongside administrative sanctions.

33 minutes ago
Sports

Israel gymnastics group appeals Indonesia's bar to its athletes

Israel had submitted an urgent appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, seeking an injunction to allow Israeli athletes, including Olympic gold medallist Artem Dolgopyat, to participate in the competition. ...

2 hours ago
Economy premium

Kadin projects $3.8t in net-zero investments by 2050

Kadin has pointed to carbon markets as one of four key areas, while BloombergNEF notes the country's potential to become a net exporter of forestry credits to offset carbon emissions. ...

5 hours ago

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Middle East and Africa

Palestinians find Gaza City in ruins, Trump to chair peace summit

The meeting will aim "to end the war in the Gaza Strip, enhance efforts to achieve peace and stability in the Middle East, and usher in a new era of regional security and stability", the Egyptian presidency said.

6 hours ago
Asia & Pacific

Firefights erupt between Pakistani, Afghan forces along the border

The exchange of fire took place at more than six locations along the border, accordingto Pakistani security officials.

7 hours ago
Americas

Brazil 'frustrated' with delays in climate commitments

Brazil, which will host the United Nations climate summit in the Amazonian city of Belem in November, was among the first to update its NDCs a year ago. But many others have missed even the latest September deadline, amid geopolitical and trade tensions that have distracted from climate action.

8 hours ago
Entertainment

Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton dead at 79

Keaton was a frequent collaborator of director Woody Allen, portraying the titular character in Annie Hall, the charming girlfriend of Allen's comic Alvy Singer.

9 hours ago
Economy

White House says 'substantial' shutdown layoffs have begun

The White House said Friday it had begun mass layoffs of federal workers as President Donald Trump sought to amp up pressure on opposition Democrats to end a government shutdown that has crippled public services.

10 hours ago
Society premium

Govt to form special building inspection team after fatal ‘pesantren’ collapse in Sidoarjo

As a new task force begins to emerge in the aftermath of the Al Khoziny school tragedy, experts are urging the government to step up to the plate and meet its legal obligations in delivering quality education and safe learning facilities.

10 hours ago
Sports

Iraq's Iqbal earns 1-0 win over Indonesia in World Cup qualifier

Indonesia have been eliminated from the Asian qualifier for the 2026 World Cup final stages in the United States, Mexico and Canada after two losses.

11 hours ago
Americas

US threatens visa restrictions, sanctions against nations backing shipping emissions plan

UN member nations are scheduled to vote next week on the International Maritime Organization's Net-Zero Framework proposal to reduce global carbon dioxide gas emissions from the international shipping sector, which accounts for close to 3 percent of global greenhouse gases.

1 day ago
Economy

Developing nations rack up $3.9 bln in net debt payments to China a year: Study

China, the world's largest bilateral creditor, has historically played a key role in financing infrastructure projects across the Global South, committing over $472 billion through its policy banks, the China Development Bank and Export-Import Bank, between 2008 and 2024.

1 day ago
Middle East and Africa

Israeli settlements close in on West Bank herding community

For the community of 130 families, the worst issue is the constant need to stand guard to avoid settlers cutting power and irrigation pipes, or bringing their own herds to graze near people's houses.

1 day ago
Society premium

Scrap metal import in spotlight after recent radioactive cases

The presence of Cesium-137 in food products exported from Indonesia is believed to come from imported scrap metal recycled as raw material for steel processing industries. More than 450,000 tonnes of scrap metal have been imported to Indonesia this year, according to UN Comtrade data.

1 day ago
Asia & Pacific

Global court rejects release bid by Philippines ex-president Duterte

ICC prosecutors have charged Duterte with three counts of crimes against humanity, alleging his involvement in at least 76 murders as part of his "war on drugs".

1 day ago
Sports

Coach Arnold tells Iraqis to focus on Indonesia as Saudi clash looms

Iraq have faced Indonesia three times over the last two years, winning on each occasion, but the team Arnold's side will face has undergone a significant overhaul since the countries last played, in the second phase of qualifying in June 2024.

1 day ago
Europe

Macron reappoints Sebastien Lecornu as France's PM

France has been mired in political deadlock ever since Macron gambled last year on snap polls that he hoped would consolidate power, but ended instead in a hung parliament and more seats for the far right.

1 day ago
Asia & Pacific

ASEAN to discuss Myanmar election observers at October summit

The invitation to send election observers was extended to all ASEAN member states.

1 day ago
Asia & Pacific

South Korea summons Cambodian envoy over job scams targeting nationals

Many of the South Korean kidnapping victims are said to have been lured by fraudulent job offers promising high pay, according to lawmaker Na Kyung-won.

1 day ago
Archipelago premium

Central Java seeks to establish one elite Garuda School per year

The Garuda School initiative was officially launched on Wednesday as a flagship education program under President Prabowo Subianto’s administration. 

1 day ago
Americas

Trump, oldest elected US president, in 'excellent' health, doctor says

The checkup comes three months after the White House announced that Trump had been diagnosed with a vein condition following speculation about frequent bruising on his hand and his swollen legs.

1 day ago
Economy

Trump ratchets up US-China trade war, promising new tariffs

US President Donald Trump revived the trade war against Beijing on Friday, ending an uneasy truce between the two largest economies with promises to sharply hike tariffs in a reprisal against China curbing its critical mineral exports.

1 day ago
Archipelago premium

Bali ramps up mitigation efforts after worst flooding in its history

Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) head Dwikorita Karnawati has warned that Bali is likely to experience heavy rainfall during the upcoming rainy season, which is expected to peak in January and February next year.

1 day ago
Archipelago premium

Riau Islands pig farm unready to revive Singapore exports after ASF scare, official says

A Riau Islands official has said livestock company ITS has yet to fulfill all measures required at its 1,500-hectare pig farm on Bulan Island to restart exports to Singapore.

1 day ago
Middle East and Africa

Israel ceases fire and Gazans start returning home

After two years of brutal war, the families of Israel's remaining hostages in the territory were also hoping the truce -- pushed by US President Donald Trump -- would endure.

1 day ago
Opinion premium

Analysis: Unmet revenue target, govt pushes faster, stronger tax collection

Indonesia will need to accelerate both revenue collection and government spending in the final months of this year, after realizing just over half of the 2025 outlook by the end of August. The Finance Ministry reported that state revenue reached Rp 1.64 quadrillion (US$98.61 billion) as of Aug. 31, or 57.2 percent of the outlook, and realized state spending of Rp 1.96 quadrillion (55.6 percent). This left the 2025 state budget with a deficit of Rp 321.6 trillion, equal to 1.35 percent of gross domestic product (GDP).

1 day ago
Sports premium

Federation confirms Israel’s dismissal from world gymnastics tournament in Jakarta

The exclusion of the Israeli contingent from the upcoming world artistic gymnastics championship in Jakarta had been green lit by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG), according to the Indonesian Gymnastics Federation (FGI).

1 day ago
Economy premium

Sending thousands to Japan for internships a double-edged sword

The government wants to send thousands of Indonesians to Japan for work experience under a program that promises mutual benefits but that critics say is not without economic risks.

1 day ago
Middle East and Africa premium

Indonesia hails Gaza truce, calls for renewed two-state talks

While crediting the United States, Egypt, Qatar and Turkey for their role in brokering the ceasefire deal, Indonesia hopes for the opening of humanitarian aid access to Gaza while also calling for the international community to resume talks on a two-state solution.

1 day ago
Editorial premium

We can’t afford a lost generation

Youth unemployment has remained stubbornly high despite the oft touted demographic bonus, but the government needs to step up targeted solutions or risk losing an entire generation.

1 day ago

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Sat, October 11, 2025

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