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Police probe links between charred remains and missing protesters

The police are investigating the identities of charred human remains found inside a building in Kwitang, Central Jakarta that was damaged in a fire during the late-August demonstrations, amid questions over whether the remains of two bodies may belong to two protesters still reported missing.

3 hours ago
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Content over consent? Street photography in spotlight over privacy concerns

A recent viral post on social media depicting nonconsensual street photography has exposed the lack of awareness among photographers and the public of the need to respect privacy and consent before capturing, storing and selling images. ...

4 hours ago
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Thrift sellers, shoppers lament planned crackdown on secondhand imports

If the government fully enforces the ban, the move may hurt the income of hundreds of sellers of imported used clothes across Jakarta and prevent customers from buying affordable attire, according to thrift sellers and customers at Senen Market. ...

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Ombudsman: School enrollment in 2024 still marred by irregularities

The Indonesian Ombudsman has revealed that this year’s public school enrollment (PPDB) is still marred by document falsification, a perennial issue since the implementation of the school zoning policy in 2017.

1 year ago
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Diaspora, mixed children laud govt’s permanent visa plan

The government's plan to give permanent visas to members of the diaspora and children of mixed-nationality marriages should ensure their rights to have economic opportunities including education and the ability to invest in the country without significant barriers, Indonesian former citizens and diaspora members have suggested.

1 year ago
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Calls mount for parents to protect children from online gambling

As the number of children and adolescents involved in online gambling reaches an alarming level, the Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) and experts have called for greater supervision from parents over their children’s use of the internet.

1 year ago
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Bridging the gap: Addressing inequality in educational access

Education in Indonesia faces significant challenges, especially in rural and conflict-affected areas. Bridging these gaps and ensuring equitable access for all students is crucial for the nation’s development.

1 year ago
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Indonesia uses cloud seeding as rain hampers new capital city's construction

Cloud seeding, which introduces tiny particles or chemicals to manipulate existing clouds, has gained popularity worldwide as a way to induce rain to combat drought or boost local water supplies.

1 year ago
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National data disruption raises concerns about RI digital infrastructure

A disruption to the National Data Center (PDN) that began on Thursday has resulted in delays to immigration processing and other public services and raised concerns about the quality and security of government-built digital infrastructure. 

1 year ago
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The future of learning: How should education evolve?

How can Indonesia’s education system evolve to prepare students for a world that is changing faster than ever before?

1 year ago
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Ministry to block access to Elaelo.id, citing phishing concern

Aside from promising to "take care" of what netizens called a potential X replacement, the Communications and Information Ministry also dismissed rumors that it was behind the establishment of Elaelo.id.

1 year ago
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Pope to stop by Istiqlal Mosque during first-ever Indonesia visit

Pope Francis will become the first head of the Roman Catholic Church to visit Indonesia in 35 years when he travels to Jakarta in September, with an itinerary that includes stopping by Istiqlal Mosque.

1 year ago
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House to evaluate this year's haj management

The House of Representatives is planning to evaluate haj management this year following recurring problems that afflicted Indonesian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia, including poor accommodation and food poisoning.

1 year ago
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Ministers split over social aid proposal for gambling disorder

A proposal last week by the senior human development minister to expand social assitance to include indebted gambling addicts has split related institutions on the best way to tackle the growing issue.

1 year ago
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Single inpatient class raises concerns of reduced hospital beds

The government acknowledges that the new single-class inpatient system for the National Health Insurance (JKN) program may reduce the number of the country's hospital beds by more than 23,000, but gave an assurance that it will not disrupt treatment or hospital admission for patients.

1 year ago
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Govt vows to crack down on 'blood sucking' online gambling

Online gambling is prohibited in Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim-majority nation, but last year more than 3 million people engaged in an activity estimated to be worth nearly $20 billion, or about 1.5 percent of gross domestic product.

1 year ago
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Indonesian pilgrims depart from abroad for faster, better services

While millions of Muslims in Indonesia waited decades for their turn to go on the haj in Saudi Arabia, Tien Mulyanthi and her husband were fortunate to have their wait period shortened as they registered for the annual pilgrimage from the United Kingdom last year.

1 year ago
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MUI in hot water over interfaith greetings debacle

The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has garnered widespread controversy after issuing a fatwa prohibiting Muslims from using non-Islamic religious greetings, and a human rights watchdog has warned the fatwa could be a setback for religious tolerance in the pluralistic country.

1 year ago
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USAID to help Indonesia with disaster mitigation amid global warming

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has committed to helping Indonesia improve its capacity to mitigate the effects of the climate crisis, as the country sees more and more natural disasters triggered by global warming.

1 year ago
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Ministry pushes for better digital literacy after child abuse videos go viral

The Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Ministry has highlighted the importance of digital literacy in preventing online sexual exploitation of women and children.

1 year ago
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New research center on East Asia launched amid geopolitical tensions

The launch of Prasetiya Mulya University's Centre for East Asian Studies aims to foster the study and research of East Asian topics in Indonesia amid the ongoing rivalry between China and the United States in the region.

1 year ago
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BPIP asks for Rp 45b extra to hire influencers

The BPIP has asked for an additional Rp 100 billion in its 2025 budget after consecutive declines over the past two years, with half of the extra fund earmarked for a Pancasila awareness campaign involving influencers and content creators.

1 year ago
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Some online gambling activities linked to money laundering, minister says

The communications minister told House Commission I on Monday that the PPATK had found links between online gambling and money laundering in its first-quarter review and defended his ministry's commitment to eradicating the illicit activity.

1 year ago
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Police most reported to Komnas HAM over human rights violations

Komnas HAM report outlined that the police had been consistently involved in human rights abuse cases related to strategic national projects and businesses, including high-profile cases such as the development of the Rempang Eco City on Rempang island, Riau Islands province, and a petrochemical and refinery factory in Air Bangis village, West Sumatra.

1 year ago
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Government ramps up fight against tuberculosis amid concerns over economic impact

The government plans to run clinical trials of several vaccines to curb the surging number of cases of tuberculosis (TB) this year, amid concerns the disease might affect economic growth, ministers said on Monday.

1 year ago
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Pope’s first-ever Indonesia trip to be centered in Jakarta

Pope Francis’ activities during his upcoming visit to Indonesia in September will be centered in Jakarta, a representative from the Indonesian Bishop’s Conference (KWI) has said.

1 year ago
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Government warns Indonesian pilgrims to stick to Saudi haj rules

The Religious Affairs Ministry has warned Indonesians to not attempt the haj without holding the correct visa, as Saudi authorities turn away thousands of unregistered pilgrims from across the globe ahead of the haj, which begins next week.

1 year ago
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Women raise job concerns over new maternal welfare law

Some female workers as well as businesses have expressed concerns that the provision on maternity leave in the new Maternal and Child Welfare Law could be an extra burden on their colleagues and operations, respectively.

1 year ago
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New law seeking fathers’ involvement in childcare falls short

In a country that has been named among the most “fatherless” in the world, lawmakers' decision to declare child-rearing a shared responsibility between partners in the recently passed Maternal and Child Welfare Law has garnered mixed responses, with critics saying the provision, which lacks both a monitoring mechanism and sanctions for violations, is insufficient to ensure that fathers will take a more active role.

1 year ago
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New Maternal & Child Welfare Law could widen inequity: Komnas Perempuan

Komnas Perempuan has hailed the Maternal and Child Law's passage as an achievement, but also raised concerns that it could widen inequality between women in the formal and informal sectors, as well as perpetuate gender norms.

1 year ago
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Singer Bunga Citra Lestari’s husband under embezzlement investigation

Tiko Aryawardhana, husband of singer Bunga Citra Lestari, is currently under police investigation for an alleged embezzlement case.

1 year ago
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Indonesia warns it could block X over vulgar content

X updated its policies on June 3 to formally allow consensual adult content, as long as it is clearly labeled as such. 

1 year ago
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New law paves way for longer maternity leave

According to a new law passed on Tuesday, a mother giving birth is eligible for three months of maternity leave, which can be extended for another three months under certain medical conditions as prescribed by the doctor. 

1 year ago
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