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Food poisoning still haunts free meal program despite promise of improvements

Since the free meal program was launched in January, there have been at least 10 reported cases of mass food poisoning linked to it, impacting more than 1,000 students across various regions.

3 hours ago
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BNN to launch study on the use of marijuana for medical purposes

However, Marthinus emphasized that even if the research shows promising results regarding the medical benefits of marijuana, it does not necessarily mean that cannabis "will be legalized for everyone". ...

4 hours ago
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Jakarta’s avian mascot loses only refuge in city

The Jakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN) that operates a rehabilitation center for brahminy kite on Kotok Besar Island in Thousand Islands regency has moved the birds to a riverine ecosystem in Lampung as the island owner reportedly sold the island. ...

5 hours ago

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Govt develops AI-powered system to diagnose malaria

The malaria diagnosis system is vital for guiding treatment decisions, including choosing the right medication and assessing the severity of the disease.

6 hours ago
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World ID eye-scanning project highlights digital illiteracy, regulatory lapses

The government’s recent suspension of a digital identity platform, where crowds lined up for iris scans in exchange for cash, has raised alarms over poor digital literacy, made worse by the absence of a long-promised data protection agency.

6 hours ago
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PCO back in spotlight after Hasan’s return to office

The unexpected return of Hasan Nasbi as head of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) and the appointment of a new spokesperson has sparked questions about the future direction and responsibilities of the office he leads.

7 hours ago
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SOEs Law raises graft oversight concerns

Several new articles included in the revised State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Law suggest that state-owned firm’s directors, commissioners and supervisory board members are not considered state officials, potentially limiting the antigraft body’s authority over them.

8 hours ago
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Civil groups demand protection of indigenous rights in conservation law

Civil society organizations have demanded the protection of indigenous peoples’ rights as the Constitutional Court reviews the newly revised conservation law, which potentially enables the exclusion and criminalization of indigenous communities for defending their customary lands.

17 hours ago
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Social media ‘buzzer’ arrested for obstructing AGO corruption probe

The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has arrested a social media “buzzer” on suspicion of impeding the investigation into three high-profile corruption cases relating to palm oil and sugar exports, as well as in the tin sector.

20 hours ago
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Police bust $32m money-laundering ring linked to online gambling

The National Police’s Criminal Investigation Department (Bareskrim) has uncovered a money-laundering scheme involving Rp 530 billion (US$32 million) allegedly obtained from online gambling.

23 hours ago
Politics

House finds Ahmad Dhani guilty of ethics breach

The House ethics council has ordered Gerindra lawmaker Ahmad Dhani to issue a public apology for derogatory comments he made on two separate occasions, which it ruled was a violation of the legislature's code of ethics.

1 day ago
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Authorities close the search for missing victims of sunken ferry

The KMP Muchlisa ferry sank on Monday in Balikpapan Bay, East Kalimantan, about 1 kilometer from Penajam Port, after experiencing technical problems.

1 day ago
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Govt mulls expanding militaristic character training for ‘delinquent' students

Natalius stated that the program could strengthen character building by instilling discipline and responsibility. He also assured that the program "does not violate human rights," despite concerns from human rights groups about potential violations.

1 day ago
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Experts call for reform of Indonesia's woeful road safety following fatal crashes

Experts attribute this alarming figure to the lack of critical safety regulations for bus and truck operators, specifically, the absence of mandatory brake system overhauls at least once every three years, undefined limits on driver working hours and rest periods and the lack of standardized mental and physical health requirements for drivers.

1 day ago
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Prabowo’s school renovation push begins amid chronic problems

As the government embarks upon President Prabowo Subianto’s push for the revitalization of over 10,000 schools this year, calls are mounting for stronger oversight and strategic planning to ensure the Rp 16.9 trillion (US$1.02 billion) program effectively addresses the country’s crumbling education infrastructure.

1 day ago
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Politics creep into military ranks

A recent attempt to reshuffle top Indonesian Military (TNI) officers, which was followed almost immediately by its reversal, has raised fresh concerns over growing political interference in the armed forces.

1 day ago
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Journalist groups urge stronger protections after mass layoffs

Global tech giants control ‘over 75 percent of ads’ in Indonesia, putting local media firms and news organizations in a tight position financially, leading to recent mass layoffs, according to professional journalist associations.

1 day ago
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Government forms anti-extortion task force

According to the senior security minister, the new task force is part of a governtment clampdown on rampant extortion involving mass organizations that he described as a threat to national stability.

1 day ago
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Ex-Pertamina director Nicke questioned in fuel import graft case

Former Pertamina president director Nicke Widyawati was among 12 witnesses questioned by AGO investigators in the corruption case pertaining to fuel import in the state-owned energy company.

1 day ago
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Bill Gates says AI key for health, education innovation in meeting with Prabowo

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates said artificial intelligence will play a key role in unlocking new tools for health, education and agriculture at a meeting with President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday.

1 day ago
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Indonesia's silvermen beg to make ends meet

On a rainy day in Jakarta, three men coated in metallic paint known as the "manusia silver", or silvermen, brave the elements at an intersection near a mall to ask drivers for change.

2 days ago
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Data flaws cast shadow on Jakarta’s free preschool program

The Jakarta administration’s newly launched free preschool initiative for underprivileged children has received a positive reception from the public, but experts have called for a review of the program’s beneficiary selection process, citing shortcomings in the government’s data recording system.

2 days ago
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Organized cheating mars state university entrance exam

"Although organizers have carried out efforts to prevent cheating, constantly evolving technology has made cheating methods more advanced and harder to detect," National Selection for New Student Admissions (SNPMB) Oversight Committee Head Eduart Wolok said.

2 days ago
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Padang Panjang bus crash kills 12

A devastating traffic accident in Padang Panjang, West Sumatra, claimed the lives of 12 people on Tuesday morning, after a bus operated by PT Antar Lintas Sumatera (ALS) overturned on the trans-Sumatra toll road at around 8:15 a.m.

2 days ago
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Belawan Police chief investigated for allegedly fatally shooting a 15-year-old

Oloan is under investigation after he allegedly shot at a group of teenagers in the early hours of Sunday, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old and the injury of a 17-year-old.

2 days ago
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‘I’m in charge’, says Prabowo

President Prabowo Subianto has made it clear he is in full control of his administration, brushing off perceptions of being under former president Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s shadow.

2 days ago
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House member Alamudin Dimyati Rois dies following crash

Alamudin Dimyati Rois, a National Awakening Party (PKB) member of the House of Representatives, died on Tuesday after succumbing to injuries sustained in a toll road accident last Friday.

2 days ago
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Central Java haj pilgrim dies upon landing in Saudi Arabia

The 65-year-old woman from Banjarnegara regency, Central Java complained of feeling dizzy before she collapsed in the airplane that took her and her husband from Surakarta to Medina, Saudi Arabia.

2 days ago
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Health concerns spark strong opposition to reopening of Rorotan RDF plant

A local group representing thousands of residents has put up stiff opposition against the plan to reopen the refuse-derived fuel (RDF) plant in Rorotan, North Jakarta, in the next few months given its apparent impact on residents’ health.

2 days ago
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Hasan Nasbi keeps his job as head of the PCO

Head of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Hasan Nasbi has resumed his role after receiving a directive to remain at the post, weeks after he submitted his resignation.

3 days ago

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Fri, May 9, 2025

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