Hundreds of Indonesian women and girls continue to die in gender-based killings, with activists warning that state neglect, inadequate healthcare and systemic injustice are increasingly contributing to preventable deaths, particularly in eastern Indonesia.

The world's leading banks ramped up investment in fossil fuels last year to the overall tune of US$900 billion, up 8 percent on 2024, a group of NGOs said Tuesday in a joint report.

17-year old Russell James Young finds purpose through his initiative Beatkeepers Collective in an effort to decrease death rates in emergency situations related to cardiovascular-related events, fostering a new generation of first aid responders.

Indonesia’s plywood industry, which accounts for a significant share of exports, has further growth potential but also faces numerous challenges. Enhancing the competitiveness of domestic producers requires integrated strategic measures.

In February, the Jakarta Customs and Excise Directorate General shut down three Tiffany & Co outlets across Jakarta shopping malls, including Plaza Senayan, Plaza Indonesia and Pacific Place, over allegations of illegal imports.   

Bank Indonesia (BI) has increased the benchmark interest rate outside the monthly schedule to shore up the rupiah after the currency has seen months of depreciation amid a strong United States dollar.

Government estimates the final tariff burden on Indonesian goods exported to the US could reach about 18 percent, including a 10 percent tariff tied to forced-labor concerns.

From roots that help preserve the soil, to leaves that contribute to cleaner air and trunks that provide shade, trees play a vital role in maintaining environmental balance.

Underlying demand growth remains strong but disappointing global EV sales in the first quarter have tempered expectations for this year.

The Gaia Hotel Bandung’s signature wellness initiative Active Wellness Retreat made a return for its third edition, combining physical fitness, nutrition, sleep and meaningful social connection within the tranquil setting of Bandung’s highlands with its fresh mountain air.

Despite criticisms over a rushed legislative process, the House passed on Tuesday the amended Police Law, which includes a controversial provision that allows active-duty officers to take civilian posts in government.

The same flooded soils that help rice thrive also create ideal conditions for microbes that release climate-warming gases.

The energy shock triggered by the Iran war has further increased borrowing costs, particularly for energy-importing countries, and this trend may persist if current geopolitical tensions continue.

The neighbors should strengthen strategic ties and firmly protect their sovereignty, security, and development interests, Xi told Kim, an official Chinese summary of the meeting showed, as Beijing looks to draw Pyongyang closer.

Studies looking at Australia and other countries that have imposed plain packaging for tobacco products found a drop in the number of smokers following the implementation of such a policy.

As President Prabowo finds himself in an international spotlight over a brutal chemical attack on a human rights defender, a landmark pretrial ruling has exposed a deep systemic clash between civilian accountability and entrenched military impunity.

The most direct confrontation between the two countries since April threatened to wreck Washington's efforts to reach an agreement with Tehran to end their more than three-month-old war.

Indonesia has begun preparations for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned state visit next month, with Foreign Minister Sugiono visiting his Indian counterpart in New Delhi over the weekend to discuss cooperation between the two countries.

A battering from the global energy shock and a number of unorthodox decisions - from centralizing commodity exports under a sprawling sovereign fund that reports directly to Prabowo, to new jobs and growth mandates for the central bank - have rocked investor confidence.

A state asset fund that will not account for itself is not managing public assets.

President Prabowo Subianto received letters of credence from eight foreign ambassadors in a ceremony at the Merdeka Palace on Monday afternoon, following public criticism over Jakarta’s delayed accreditation.

Once trust begins to weaken simultaneously across multiple sectors, economic stress can accelerate much faster than many policymakers expect.

The more than 50 overseas trips President Prabowo Subianto has taken during less than two years in office have increasingly drawn public skepticism. Critics question whether the frequency of these trips aligns with genuine diplomatic priorities and the administration's stated commitment to fiscal efficiency. Thus far, the government's defense has been less than satisfying.

National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) spokesperson Abdul Muhari said the earthquake generated minor tsunami waves ranging from 9 to 19 centimeters in West Halmahera, as well as in Siau Tagulandang Biaro Islands regency and Talaud Islands regency in North Sulawesi and North Maluku.

The government says changes to the final income tax regime are aimed at preventing abuse by larger firms, but business advocates warn the new rules could create fresh challenges for genuine small enterprises.

President Prabowo Subianto on Monday inaugurated new leadership for the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) and named labor leader Said Iqbal as a special presidential advisor on employment, raising questions about the future direction of the government’s free meals program and the country’s labor movement.

By reopening the investigation into Andrie Yunus's acid attack, the National Police have a rare, unmissable chance to tear down a culture of impunity and finally restore their shattered credibility.