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Medan

More than just a pig problem
Editorial 1 week ago

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More than just a pig problem

In a city where diversity is the lifeblood of the streets, a mayor’s attempt to ban the pork trade has sparked more than a protest—it has exposed a dangerous drift toward discrimination under the guise of public order.
Medan mayor admits mistake, revises circular on pork trade
Archipelago 2 weeks ago

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Medan mayor admits mistake, revises circular on pork trade

The Medan city administration will allow pork vendors to sell their products as usual after a meeting with vendors.
Medan's non-halal meat ban draws criticism from impacted traders
Archipelago 2 weeks ago

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Medan's non-halal meat ban draws criticism from impacted traders

In a belated turnaround after non-halal meat traders blasted the new policy issued nearly two weeks ago, the mayor has indicated that he is now open to community feedback.
Parents of Medan youth facing death penalty in drug case seek Hotman’s aid
Archipelago 3 weeks ago

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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.
Man given 2-year prison term in Medan for selling protected sun bear
Archipelago 3 weeks ago

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Man given 2-year prison term in Medan for selling protected sun bear

The sun bear is the world's smallest bear and is native to Indonesia and Malaysia.
Medan Police probe massive fire at Swallow sandal factory
Archipelago 1 month ago

Medan Police probe massive fire at Swallow sandal factory

“Initial findings suggest the flames may have originated in a storage area containing raw materials for sandal production, including chemicals. However, we do not yet know what triggered the fire,” Tohap said on Wednesday.
Medan court slaps death penalty on woman with 100 kg of meth
Archipelago 1 month ago

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Medan court slaps death penalty on woman with 100 kg of meth

Three other defendants in the same case received life sentences, despite prosecutors also demanding death penalties.
Nine arrested in North Sumatra over alleged baby trafficking
Archipelago 1 month ago

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Nine arrested in North Sumatra over alleged baby trafficking

Authorities said the babies were trafficked when they were only days old, with younger infants commanding higher prices.
Medan Police charge girl with domestic violence over mother's homicide
Archipelago 2 months ago

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Medan Police charge girl with domestic violence over mother's homicide

Police have charged the juvenile suspect under the domestic violence law, as the evidence collected during the investigation indicated the crime was likely spontaneous.
N. Sumatra prosecutor detains two Inalum execs for alleged graft
Archipelago 2 months ago

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N. Sumatra prosecutor detains two Inalum execs for alleged graft

The two executives of the state-owned aluminum smelting company are suspects in graft case involving the sales of aluminium alloy in 2019, estimated to have caused $8 million in losses to the state.
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