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Science & Tech

Can technology help to create better, employment-ready university graduates?

In the competitive world of job hunting in Indonesia, one currency seems to hold the key to unlocking most opportunities: “graduate from a well-known university.” The reality is that employers are seeking employment-ready graduates. Still, the traditional internship system, often intended to bridge between academia and the professional world, has not always effectively bridged this gap. The lack of a centralized hub for internship opportunities often creates a barrier between students and valuable industry experiences. This could hinder companies from finding qualified talents and limits students’ exploration of potential career paths.

2 years ago
Entertainment

BTS mania hits Seoul ahead of 'huggathon' with Jin

A day after the oldest member of BTS was discharged from duty, South Korea's capital was overtaken by fans, with tens of thousands of people expected to join the annual party of the world's biggest boy band. ...

2 years ago
People

France mourns loss of 1960s icon Francoise Hardy

Hardy's death at 80, after a long battle with cancer, was announced by her son late on Tuesday, and commemorations poured in from across France.  ...

2 years ago

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Science & Tech

Frost discovered on top of giant Mars volcanoes

The early morning frost was spotted in images taken by the European Space Agency's Trace Gas Orbiter, according to a study published in the journal Nature Geoscience on Monday.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Apple brings ChatGPT and more AI to devices

In the nearly two-hour long presentation at Apple's annual developer conference, executives including CEO Tim Cook touted how voice assistant Siri would be able to interact with messages, emails, calendar, as well as third party apps. Siri will be able to write emails and change the tone of voice to suit the occasion.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

In first, SpaceX's megarocket Starship nails ocean splashdown

Scraps of fiery debris came flying off the spaceship as it descended over the Indian Ocean northwest of Australia, dramatic video from an onboard camera showed, but it ultimately held together and survived atmospheric reentry.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Sri Lanka gives preliminary approval to Elon Musk's Starlink

Sri Lanka fast-tracked the approval process after Musk met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe last month in Indonesia on the sidelines of the 10th World Water Forum. 

2 years ago
Environment

Endangered zebra sharks hatch in Raja Ampat rewilding project

The two female hatchlings born in Indonesia are part of a unique programme that hopes to rebuild the population of the endangered species in the Raja Ampat region.

2 years ago
Art & Culture

Japan aims to quadruple overseas market for anime, games

In its revised "Cool Japan" strategy released Tuesday, the Japanese government said it aims to boost exports of these cultural assets to 20 trillion yen (nearly US$130 billion) by 2033.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content

Ferras Hamad, a Palestinian-American engineer who had been on Meta's machine learning team since 2021, sued the social media giant in a California state court for discrimination, wrongful termination and other wrongdoing over his February dismissal.

2 years ago
Art & Culture premium

'France-Indonesia: Road to Paris 2024': Spreading the spirit of Olympism

The French Embassy in Jakarta is working with the Indonesian Olympics Committee and two French corporations to hold a sporting photography exhibition ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics. This is the third time the City of Light will host a Summer Games, exactly 100 years after its second hosting in 1924. Paris first hosted the quadrennial sporting event in 1900.

2 years ago
Art & Culture premium

‘Wirid’ made art in Butet Kartaredjasa’s ‘Melik Nggendong Lali’

An artist known more for his acting and monologue, Butet Kertaradjasa showcases his many talents from the early stage of his career in the world of arts by displaying approximately 350 sketches, paintings and sculptures.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

China probe successfully lands on far side of Moon

The Chang'e-6 set down in the immense South Pole-Aitken Basin, one of the largest known impact craters in the solar system, state news agency Xinhua said, citing the China National Space Administration.

2 years ago
People

Glou-ing Star: Plating Passion with Renatta Moeloek

The celebrity chef offers empowering advice to women, urging them not to overthink challenges and not to let anyone stop them from seizing opportunities before them.

2 years ago
Culture

Indonesia OMEGA Trophy makes its 2024 return

Indonesian golfers and enthusiasts from across the archipelago convened for the return of the Indonesia OMEGA Trophy on May 25, arguably the most anticipated invitational amateur golf tournament by Swiss watchmaker OMEGA.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Webb telescope finds most distant galaxy ever observed, again

Since coming online in 2022, the Webb telescope has ushered in a new era of scientific breakthroughs, peering farther than ever before into the universe's distant reaches -- which also means it is looking back in time.

2 years ago
Health

Nicotine-like chemicals in US vapes may be more potent than nicotine, FDA says

The synthetic substances - which have a chemical structure similar to that of nicotine - are not subject to US tobacco and vaping regulations that are designed to control traditional nicotine, a highly addictive drug.

2 years ago
People

Singer Dua Lipa condemns 'Israeli genocide' in Gaza

"Burning children alive can never be justified. The whole world is mobilising to stop the Israeli genocide", the singer wrote on an Instagram story late Tuesday with the hashtag "#AllEyesOnRafah", which has been trending on social media.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Musk's Starlink back up after brief outage

"The network issue has been fully resolved," Starlink said in a post on X. 

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Starless and forever alone: more 'rogue' planets discovered

Without being bound to a star, as the Earth is to the Sun, there are no days or years on these planets, which languish in perpetual night.

2 years ago
Entertainment premium

New groove: Jazz has strong vibes among the younger generation

Artists delighted the 2024 Java Jazz Festival crowd, many of whom were young music enthusiasts, as they hoped to inspire a new generation.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Google tweaking AI Overview after Obama Muslim blunder

Google users took to social media to lampoon erroneous "AI Overview" responses to queries such as whether people should eat stones or stare into the sun, or how many Muslim US presidents there have been.

2 years ago
Entertainment

Nicki Minaj's UK concert postponed after Netherlands arrest

The artist was due to perform in Manchester on Saturday, but posted on social media platform X that authorities "said they found weed" in her luggage before briefly taking her into custody.

2 years ago
Entertainment

Erotic dancer comedy-drama wins top prize at Cannes

Director Sean Baker was confirmed as one of the leading voices of American indie cinema with the prize, which also promises to make a star of 25-year-old Mikey Madison. 

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Euclid space telescope unveils new images of the cosmos

It is the second set of images released by the European Space Agency since Euclid launched last year on the first-ever mission to investigate the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.

2 years ago
Art & Culture premium

Being alive: Singapore International Festival of Arts seeks what it means to be human

Themed “They Declare”, this year’s edition endeavored to welcome voices of people from all backgrounds and identities.

2 years ago
Books premium

A journey through climate literature: Finding facts and reasons to hope

As an energy and climate professional, I have a comprehensive understanding of some scientific facts about the climate crisis, but I still struggle to navigate the intricate web that it has spun. The interplay of scientific data, political machinations and societal apathy often leaves me perplexed about the true scope of the challenge we confront. Nonetheless, I have discovered solace and inspiration in four indispensable books that provide insightful perspectives on the climate crisis and stimulate meaningful actions.

2 years ago
Culture

After Singapore Airlines turbulence accident, flight crews urge buckling up

The London-to-Singapore flight hit heavy turbulence over the Indian Ocean and descended 6,000 feet (around 1,800 meters) in about three minutes, before an emergency landing in Bangkok. 

2 years ago
Entertainment

Explosive Trump biopic hits Cannes Film Festival

"The Apprentice" traces Trump's origin story as an ambitious young property developer in 1970s and 1980s New York.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Spotify sued over alleged unpaid royalties

The lawsuit against Spotify USA was filed in New York on Thursday by the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC), a non-profit that collects and distributes royalties owed from music streaming services.

2 years ago
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