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Entertainment 11:10 am

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'Electrifying;' 'biblical': UK press in raptures on Oasis comeback

The rockers, who shot to fame in the mid-1990s Britpop era, reeled off a string of their biggest hit...

Regulations 10:45 am

BRICS finance ministers make unified proposal for IMF reforms

The joint statement by the group's finance ministers marks the first time the BRICS countri...

Entertainment 10:11 am

Ozzy Osbourne brings curtain down for Black Sabbath

The "Prince of Darkness" held court from a giant leather throne, topped with a bat, at Vil...

Middle East and Africa 08:47 am

Israel agrees to Gaza truce talks

Two previous ceasefires mediated by Qatar, Egypt and the United States secured temporary halts in fi...

Economy 08:37 am

BRICS nations voice 'serious concerns' over Trump tariffs

The draft summit declaration does not mention the United States or its president by name. But i...

Jakarta 08:08 am

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Boar escape sparks scrutiny of crowded South Jakarta animal shelter

A privately-managed animal shelter in Pejaten, South Jakarta, is facing mounting pressure following ...

Parents 12:00 am

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New jobs, new skills: What students need for the AI economy

How can Indonesia’s education system evolve to prepare students for a world that is changing f...

Americas 17 hours ago

BRICS nations to denounce Trump tariffs

Any final summit declaration is not expected to mention the US or its president by name, but it is e...

Economy 18 hours ago

Vietnam posts 7.5% growth in first half of 2025: Statistics office

The strong growth figure comes just days after Vietnam averted the most punishing of United States P...

Archipelago 19 hours ago

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KPK finds guns, Rp 2.8 billion in the house of an aide close to Bobby Nasution

Topan's private residence in a luxurious housing complex is the third location raided by the KPK...

Middle East and Africa 20 hours ago

Hamas says it responds to Gaza ceasefire proposal in 'a positive spirit'

"The movement has delivered its response to the brotherly mediators, which was characterized by...

Americas 21 hours ago

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Prabowo to make debut at Rio’s BRICS summit

The BRICS’ leaders summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Sunday and Monday is expected to become...

Entertainment 22 hours ago

British rock band Oasis reunite in Cardiff, thrilling fans

The crowd, largely comprising middle-aged fans revisiting their youth, sang along to hits including ...

Archipelago 23 hours ago

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Forest fire threatens Lake Toba’s UNESCO Global Geopark status

UNESCO granted Global Geopark status to the Toba Caldera in 2020, following a nine-year effort by th...

Market Pulse 1 day ago

Beyond galleries: Inside Jakarta’s thriving indie art markets

Jakarta’s indie art fairs aren’t just pop-ups, they’re fueling a new creative econ...

Archipelago 1 day ago

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Lenient sentences given to soldiers who attacked North Sumatra village

The assault occurred on Nov. 8 last year, when dozens of soldiers from the Army’s Field A...

Politics 1 day ago

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Prosecutors seek seven years for Thomas Lembong in sugar graft case

Attorney General’s Office (AGO) prosecutors demanded that the bench declare former trade minis...

Archipelago 1 day ago

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Brazil plans to take a legal action in the death of Juliana Marins

The Indonesian authorities have done their best to rescue Brazilian climber Juliana Marins who fell ...

Economy 1 day ago

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Bali continues agriculture push on shaky ground

The island province, long known for its sandy beaches, terraced rice farms and unique temple culture...

Politics 1 day ago

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House to question Prabowo’s envoy nominees over weekend

The confirmation hearing for 24 names submitted by President Prabowo Subianto for various Indonesian...

Academia 1 day ago

Insight: Rethinking work: Driving sustainable growth in the digital age

The digital age has redefined how we live, communicate and work, but perhaps nowhere is this shift m...

Academia 1 day ago

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Analysis: Danantara’s plan to consolidate SOEs faces hopes, hard questions

Sovereign wealth fund Danantara is embarking on an ambitious overhaul of state-owned enterprises (SO...

Society 1 day ago

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State turns blind eye to rising intolerance

Religious intolerance in Indonesia is back in the spotlight after the alleged vandalism of a house h...

Editorial 1 day ago

Climbing should never kill

In the aftermath of the Rinjani tragedy, many hikers have criticized Indonesia’s tourism syste...

Parents 1 day ago

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From chalkboards to chatbots: Education in the age of AI

From modular learning to machine-powered mentorship, the education system is evolving to prepare stu...

Regulations 1 day ago

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Drivers, customers wary of ride hailing fare hike plan

The proposal follows a major driver protest in May, during which drivers demanded higher fares and l...

Regulations 1 day ago

Trump to start informing countries of US tariffs Friday

"My inclination is to send a letter out and say what tariff they're going to be paying,&quo...

Archipelago 1 day ago

South Sumatra court dismisses peatland fires lawsuit

Eleven plaintiffs filed a lawsuit in Palembang, demanding damages from three plantation companies.

Regulations 1 day ago

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Govt expands microloans to boost housing, sugarcane farming

The government has allocated Rp 13 trillion (US$803.11 million) for renovation loans and Rp 117 tril...

Jakarta 1 day ago

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Jakarta cancels Car Free Night trial

The city administration previously planned to hold the Jakarta Muharram Festival with a torch parade...

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