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Americas 3 weeks ago

Trump, Putin talk of war and peace as US weighs easing Russian oil sanctions

The US and Israeli attack on Iran triggered the biggest spike in oil prices since the turmoil f...

Academia 3 weeks ago

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A stronger work ethic won't fix advanced economies

What Merz witnessed in Hangzhou was not the product of longer working hours. It was the result of ma...

Economy 3 weeks ago

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Govt may speed up biodiesel, ethanol fuel rollout as oil price soars

The government may accelerate plans to expand the use of biofuel and bioethanol as soaring global oi...

Middle East and Africa 3 weeks ago

Iran vows to fight 'as long as needed' as Trump says war will end 'soon'

The remarks from one of Iran's top leaders, who also ruled out negotiations with Washington, cam...

Asia & Pacific 3 weeks ago

Five Iran women soccer players take asylum in Australia

Five players, including captain Zahra Ghanbari, slipped away from the team hotel under the cover of ...

Regulations 3 weeks ago

Indonesia’s nickel at a crossroads in the EV battery race

As non-nickel EV batteries gain ground globally, the strategy of developing nickel-based batteries i...

Middle East and Africa 3 weeks ago

Iran war poses 'existential questions' on international rules-based system : EU chief

Von der Leyen stressed that "there should be no tears shed for the Iranian regime".

Academia 3 weeks ago

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Why the world needs the Ocean Impact Summit

As the 2026 Ocean Impact Summit in Bali approaches, the global community faces a critical choice: br...

Middle East and Africa 3 weeks ago

China says opposes any targeting of new Iran leader

China's foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told reporters on Monday that Iran's decision ...

Markets 3 weeks ago

Oil falls as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation

Oil prices fell on Tuesday after hitting an over three-year high in the prior session as US Presiden...

Society 3 weeks ago

YouTube, TikTok engaging with government on child social media block

Indonesia will require platforms to deactivate "high risk" social media accounts for ...

Academia 3 weeks ago

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Gig workers’ fight for rights gains momentum from Geneva to Jakarta

The government should know that gig workers want rights equal to most employees and anything less th...

Markets 3 weeks ago

Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to hit harder

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday they would not allow "one liter of oil" to...

Academia 3 weeks ago

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Reforming LPG subsidy scheme in uncertain times

As Middle East conflicts drive global price volatility, Indonesia must replace its outdated, "o...

Archipelago 3 weeks ago

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Riau woman dies after allegedly being trafficked to scam compound in Cambodia

According to Susi’s parents, she left the country on Dec. 12, 2025, after accepting an offer f...

Academia 3 weeks ago

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What gold’s relentless rise is telling us about the dollar

As gold surges past $5,200, the "exorbitant privilege" of the US dollar is facing a reckon...

Middle East and Africa 3 weeks ago

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Indonesia calls for probe into Hormuz tugboat explosion

Indonesia has called on authorities in the United Arab Emirates and Oman to fully investigate last w...

Jakarta 3 weeks ago

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Deadly Bantar Gebang collapse exposes Jakarta’s decades-long waste mismanagement

At least five people died and four went missing when a massive landslide tore through Bantar Gebang,...

Politics 3 weeks ago

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Women’s rights group backs lawsuit over minister’s denial of 1998 mass rape

Women’s rights group the Legal Aid Foundation of the Indonesian Women's Association for Ju...

Academia 3 weeks ago

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The law of the jungle in the US-Israel war on Iran

The war is a stark reflection of the law of the jungle still operates within the international ...

Academia 3 weeks ago

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Analysis: Indonesia-US trade deal undermines halal certification

The provisions in the Indonesia-United States Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) have once again dr...

Archipelago 3 weeks ago

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South Sumatra faces backlash over plan to buy Rp 500 million pool tables for councilors

South Sumatra DPRD Secretary Aprizal said the procurement of the billiards tables was proposed by DP...

Society 3 weeks ago

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Indonesia sets three-month deadline for online child safety compliance

Social media and other digital platforms in Indonesia now have three months to assess child safety r...

Editorial 3 weeks ago

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Extended responsibility

Plastic waste remains a common sight on our streets, waterways and beaches, even as the governm...

Economy 3 weeks ago

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Iran war pushes rupiah close to historic low

The currency briefly breached the psychological threshold of Rp 17,000 per US dollar on Monday morni...

Archipelago 3 weeks ago

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4 dead, three injured in toll road accident in North Sumatra

The accident occurred when a Toyota Kijang Innova minivan hit a box truck at Km. 134 while traveling...

Jakarta 3 weeks ago

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Relentless rain floods Greater Jakarta, kills motorcyclist

Relentless rain and strong winds battered Greater Jakarta over the weekend, flooding dozens of neigh...

Markets 3 weeks ago

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IDX slides as oil shock, Fitch downgrade rattle investors

The sell-off in Jakarta mirrors a broader slide across Asian markets, where economies heavily relian...

Economy 3 weeks ago

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Danantara readies up to $1b to develop subsidized housing in Meikarta

Despite being framed as a corporate contribution to support public housing, analysts pointed out tha...

Living Spaces 3 weeks ago

When clutter becomes a relationship problem

It's just old clothes and boxes that our loved ones refuse to throw out. But why do they become ...

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