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Govt urged police to investigate alleged exploitation, assault of circus performers

Eight former workers of the Oriental Circus Indonesia (OCI) recently visited the Human Rights Ministry and the House of Representatives, demanding justice for the abuse they claim to have endured while employed as child performers in the circus during the 1970s. 

1 day ago
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Police, Military to crack down on rogue mass organizations

National Police spokesperson, Insp. Gen. Sandi Nugroho, announced that over 3,300 cases of thuggery have been resolved since the police launched a nationwide operation against rogue mass organizations on May 1. ...

1 day ago
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Govt summons organizer Mecima Pro following chaotic Day6 concert

Videos of the chaotic scenes quickly went viral, showing collapsed tents, drenched fans and rain-soaked power outlets meant for musical instruments. ...

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Family of deceased medical resident demands police detain suspects

Aulia's family filed a detention request with the Central Java Police in Semarang on Thursday, two days after the police named the suspects.

4 months ago
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Authorities struggle against tsunami complacency

As Aceh commemorates 20 years since the 2004 earthquake and tsunami that killed thousands in the province, authorities are striving to ensure that people are better prepared when future disasters come knocking at the door.

4 months ago
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Siren rings as Aceh mourners mark 20 years after deadly tsunami

In Banda Aceh city, an official ceremony at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque kicked off a series of memorials across Asia with a three-minute-long siren at the exact time a major earthquake caused giant waves on December 26, 2004.

4 months ago
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Police name three suspects in Undip medical bullying case

The Central Java Police have named three suspects at the Undip medical school in relation to the ongoing investigation into anesthesiology intern Aulia Risma Lestari, who died by suicide in August.

4 months ago
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PT KAI offers panoramic travels from Surabaya to Banyuwangi

PT KAI offers a panoramic journey on the Mutiara Timur train along the Surabaya-Banyuwangi route during the year-end holiday period. 

4 months ago
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Responders evacuate tourists from flood-hit hotels, villas in Bali

Authorities broke out inflatable rubber boats to help visitors either evacuate or leave their hotels in flood-hit areas in the island province, which has seen frequent flooding in recent years, partly due to overdevelopment.

4 months ago
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Officials seek to modify weather to limit rainfall for year-end holidays

Authorities have been attempting to modify the weather throughout Java to reduce rainfall and mitigate flooding in preparation for an expected Christmas and New Year travel surge.

4 months ago
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Civil groups condemn assault on West Papua activist

A group of unidentified individuals attacked Papua environmental activist Sulvianto Alias on Friday midnight, with one of the suspects claiming to be a police officer, prompting calls from civil groups for the police to investigate the case thoroughly.

4 months ago
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Floods, landslides hit various regions ahead of year-end holidays

The BMKG has warned that the majority of regions are entering the rainy season and forecast a 20 percent increase in rainfall intensity due to a weak La Niña, which typically brings a wetter rainy season with heavier rainfall to the country. 

4 months ago
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Densus 88 arrests three terrorist suspects in Central Sulawesi

Densus 88 and the Central Sulawesi Police apprehended three suspected terrorists in Palu city and Tojo Una-Una regency, Central Sulawesi, who are believed to be linked to the Eastern Indonesia Mujahidin (MIT) network.

4 months ago
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BMKG warns of high wave risks for beachgoers during year-end holidays

The BMKG does not ban people from visiting beaches, but warns the public to avoid water activities during extreme conditions, such as heavy rain or high waves during the year-end holiday period.  

4 months ago
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Rights groups condemn latest clash over Rempang Eco-City project

Rights groups have condemned a clash that erupted on Wednesday between the private security personnel of developer PT MEG and local residents that refuse to leave their land to make way for the Rempang Eco-City development project.

4 months ago
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South Tapanuli hit by flash flood, 10 injured

Heavy rains have led to flash floods in South Tapanuli, affecting hundreds of families and prompting emergency evacuations. Local authorities are working to assist residents in disaster recovery efforts.

4 months ago
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Plaintiffs accuse companies of dragging out South Sumatra forest fire lawsuit

The panel of judges handling the lawsuit in the Palembang District Court granted a request from lawyers of the companies to postpone the hearing until early January.

4 months ago
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Meikarta customers hope for solution after James Riady meets Jokowi

Customers of the Meikarta new city megaproject hoped there would be a solution for them after Lippo Group leaders met with Jokowi.

4 months ago
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Arema FC, Persik Kediri supporters clash at regency border

Supporters of Persik Kediri and Arema FC soccer clubs clash at the Kediri-Malang border on Monday evening following a match between the teams.

4 months ago
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IKN Authority shifts focus to construction of legislative office buildings, Supreme Court

The Nusantara Capital City (IKN) Authority has shifted its focus to the construction of legislative and judicial office buildings in the future capital city in East Kalimantan, saying government buildings that will be used by civil servants early next year are nearing completion.

4 months ago
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Gunungkidul to deactivate three extreme routes from Google Maps

The Gunungkidul Regency administration in Yogyakarta is working to deactivate three extreme routes leading to tourist destinations from Google Maps for the Christmas and New Year holidays to reduce potential accidents.

4 months ago
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Counterfeit money investigation at local university in Gowa continues

Local police are actively investigating the circulation of millions of counterfeit rupiah, allegedly produced at a state university in Gowa Regency. So far, 15 suspects have been arrested.

4 months ago
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Transportation minister tests Jakarta-Yogyakarta direct train

Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi tested the direct train from Jakarta to Yogyakarta on Monday. The route will serve travelers during the year-end holidays.

4 months ago
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C. Kalimantan Police dishonorably discharge officer over murder case

A police officer from Palangka Raya Police has been dishonorably discharged following his suspected involvement in the murder of a man.

4 months ago
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Agency warns extreme weather until April

The BMKG has predicted that extreme weather in the country could last until April, with rain fall expected to increase by 20 percent due to La Niña  phenomenon.  

4 months ago
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Ministry official under investigation after viral assault

The alleged assault sparked widespread public scrutiny of Dedy's annual wealth report (LHKPN), with observers noting a rapid accumulation of wealth in recent years that exceeded what his official salary should provide.

4 months ago
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Flood in Trenggalek cuts national road access

The flood in Trenggalek has cut off access to Jl. Soekarno-Hatta, a key national road affecting thousands of residents, submerging homes and disrupting public services

4 months ago
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Makassar hit with flood after heavy rainfall on Sunday

Floods hit several areas in Makassar, South Sulawesi on Sunday, causing severe damage in four subdistricts, while also inundating areas around Faisal Islamic Hospital and several government office buildings.

4 months ago
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Police uncover hidden narcotics factory in Bandung, Bogor

Police in West Java raided a home in Bojongsoang, uncovering an international drug trafficking network. The operation led to the seizure of drugs worth Rp 670 billion (US$42 million) and the arrest of three suspects.

4 months ago
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Two TB cases found among Baduy people in Banten

Local volunteer group Sahabat Relawan Indonesia (SRI) recently referred four Baduy patients to Banten General Hospital. One patient passed away due to tuberculosis during treatment.

4 months ago
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Ministry to design affirmative action policy for Jambi indigenous tribe

Greater efforts are needed to integrate the Anak Dalam tribespeople into the larger society, as villages have limited budget.

4 months ago
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Families of Kanjuruhan stadium crush victims seek Rp 17.5b in compensation

Relatives of victims of the fatal 2022 Kanjuruhan stadium crush in Malang, East Java, are seeking Rp 17.5 billion (US$1.1 million) in compensation from five people who were found guilty of negligence in the incident.

4 months ago
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Police arrest two Yogyakarta midwives on child trafficking charges

Both suspects were previously imprisoned for 10 months for convictions on similar charges.

4 months ago
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