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View all search resultsUnsung heroes go above, beyond during pandemic
Many have overcome challenges to keep the world spinning, despite their own struggles
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year to the date after President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo announced Indonesia’s first two confirmed COVID-19 cases, the virus has changed the lives of many in the country.
Millions have contracted the illness, and millions more remain at risk of infection. Hundreds of thousands have lost loved ones, and the global economic downturn has affected both employers and employees.
Still, some people have risen to meet these challenges and keep the world spinning, not only for themselves but also for those around them. Many have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help others in need, despite their own hardships.
Here are a few glimpses into the stories of some of these unsung heroes.
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