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Parents of Medan youth facing death penalty in drug case seek Hotman’s aid

Prosecutors demanded the death penalty for six defendants in a smuggling case of nearly two tonnes of methamphetamine in a trial at the Batam District Court, Riau Islands.

5 minutes ago
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Risky mission

Sending our brave soldiers to Gaza could put them in harm’s way given the still fluid and tense situation there.  ...

23 minutes ago
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RI catches break after US Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs

The government has signaled that it will refrain for now from any decisive follow-up to its new bilateral trade deal with the United States after a US Supreme Court ruling raised questions over the legality of US tariff policies. ...

9 hours ago

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Regulations

India delays US trade talks after Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs

One of the first concrete reactions among Asian nations to the decision, it follows Trump's move on Saturday to levy a temporary tariff of 15 percent, the maximum allowed by law, on US imports from all countries, following the court's rejection.

12 hours ago
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W. Java continues free program for delinquent students in military barracks

Students enrolled in this program are those who have repeatedly violated reguations during their school terms.

17 hours ago
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Govt to break ground on Meikarta subsidized apartments on March 8

During a meeting with the House of Representatives on Feb. 10, Public Housing and Settlements Minister Maruarar Sirait revealed that the Meikarta land has been granted for free by Lippo Group to the government.

18 hours ago
Sports

Neymar says he may retire by end of 2026

Neymar has been struggling with injuries in recent seasons and remains doubtful for participation at the World Cup this year.

1 day ago
Economy

Asian economies weigh impact of fresh Trump tariff moves, confusion

The court's ruling invalidated a number of tariffs that the Trump administration had imposed on Asian export powerhouses from China and South Korea to Japan and Taiwan, the world's largest chip maker and a key player in tech supply chains.

1 day ago
Americas

Venezuela grants amnesty to 379 political prisoners

Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously adopted the law a day before, providing hope that hundreds of political prisoners behind bars may soon be released.

1 day ago
Companies

Indonesian youth-led initiative MagnaMinds supports neurodiversity education in Bangkok

An initiative founded by an Indonesian senior high school student has spotlighted the importance of collaboration in the field of neurodiversity education.

1 day ago
Economy

Trump to travel to China next month with US trade policy in focus

Trump's talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on an extended visit to Beijing had been expected to revolve around extending a trade truce that kept both countries from further hiking tariffs.

1 day ago
Archipelago

Police probe Rp 25 trillion money laundering linked to illegal gold mining

The funds were traced through gold shops and refining companies using raw materials from the illegal mine, as well as through gold exporters.

1 day ago
Europe

UK govt considers removing ex-prince Andrew from line of succession

The former prince was arrested on Thursday at his new home on the king's remote Sandringham estate in eastern Norfok on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

1 day ago
Middle East and Africa

Iran prepares counterproposal as Trump weighs strikes

Trump on Thursday gave Tehran a deadline of 10 to 15 days to make a deal to resolve their longstanding nuclear dispute or face "really bad things" amid a US military buildup in the Middle East that has fueled fears of a wider war.

1 day ago
Economy

US Supreme Court ruling offers little respite for global economy

By itself, the ruling is estimated to chop the trade-weighted average US tariff almost in half from 15.4 percent to 8.3 percent. Yet no one expects this to remain the status quo: the Trump administration has said that it can and will use other legal vehicles to reimpose tariffs.

1 day ago
Regulations

What's next after US Supreme Court tariff ruling?

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Fox News on Friday that tariffs based on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) "were custom made for President Trump to assert leverage" against other countries.

1 day ago
Economy

US trade partners cautiously welcome tariff ruling

While the conservative-majority Supreme Court ruled that Trump was not authorized by the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs, the ruling does not impact sector-specific duties that Trump has imposed on imports of steel, aluminum and various other goods.

1 day ago
Americas

Trump furious after Supreme Court upends his global tariffs, vows new 10% levy

The court's landmark 6-3 ruling upended the leverage Trump and his trade envoys have wielded over foreign governments, both allies and foes, at negotiating tables around the world to reshape diplomatic relations and global markets.

1 day ago
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SEAblings unite online against racist attacks from Knetz

What started as a ruckus at a K-pop concert in Malaysia has snowballed into a wave of racist online attacks by some South Korean users against Southeast Asians, triggering a rare show of regional solidarity across social media.

1 day ago
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Analysis: Free land? Public housing and reviving Meikarta

Once synonymous with controversy and stagnation, Meikarta has resurfaced on Indonesia’s national housing agenda. The government plans to repurpose the site for subsidized vertical housing for low-income households, with around 30 hectares (ha) of Lippo Group-owned land reportedly provided “for free”. The arrangement raises broader questions about transparency and whose interests the policy ultimately serves.

1 day ago
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Prabowo commits to achieving peace in Gaza

While putting its best efforts into securing peace in Gaza, President Prabowo Subianto said Indonesia would always be cautious, especially in deploying its troops on the Board of Peace’s peacekeeping mission in the territory.

2 days ago
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Sumatra flood survivors observe Ramadan with quiet resilience

Putri said observing the fast from an emergency tent is far from ideal. The shelter becomes stiflingly hot in the afternoon and uncomfortably cold at night. She also worries about the risk of wild animals entering her tent.

2 days ago
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SEAblings power

Southeast Asia's netizens have spoken as one against racial discrimination by some Korean creators and backed their unified voice with action, showing that the region is no lightweight when it comes to cultural inclusion or consumer power.

2 days ago
Economy

US Supreme Court rejects Trump's global tariffs

The US Supreme Court has struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs that he pursued under a law meant for use in national emergencies, rejecting one of his most contentious assertions of his authority in a ruling with major implications for the global economy.

2 days ago
Politics premium

Crackdown on August unrest biggest state suppression since 1998: Report

Last year's unrest resulted in Indonesia’s harshest crackdown since 1998, an independent investigation finds, citing mass arrests and alleged torture.

2 days ago
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RI upends domestic policies to get 19% tariffs in US trade deal

The affected rules include local content requirements, a critical mineral export ban, halal certification and a digital tax moratorium, all of which are intended to support domestic businesses.

2 days ago
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Sugiono to lead Indonesian delegation at UN rights talks in Geneva

Foreign Minister Sugiono will lead Indonesia’s delegation to next week’s 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), the Foreign Ministry confirmed, as the country prepares to preside over the Geneva-based body for the first time.  

2 days ago
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Cloud seeding helps induce rain as Riau continues to battle wildfires

A cloud seeding operation has helped in firefighting efforts as Riau continues to battle hot spots and wildfires that have burned through at least 564 hectares across several regions over the past three weeks.

2 days ago
Society premium

BNN calls for full vape ban over drug abuse risk

The narcotics agency found some liquids for e-cigarette laced with narcotics, such as methamphetamine and etomidate, which is classified as a new psychotic substance.

2 days ago
Americas

Florida airport to be renamed after US President Donald Trump

Trump, a real estate mogul who has plastered his name on buildings around the world, has sought to leave his mark on the country in an unprecedented image and building campaign.

2 days ago

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Mon, February 23, 2026

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