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TV company Trans7 apologizes over ‘offensive’ content on ‘pesantren’

Society 10 months ago

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TV company Trans7 apologizes over ‘offensive’ content on ‘pesantren’

Following protests on social media and on the streets and threats of boycotting the private television company from pesantren students, management and alumni, Trans7 issued a public apology for content deemed disrespectful to the Islamic boarding school community.

MUI confirms Chinese-made food trays for free meal program tainted with pork lard

Society 11 months ago

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MUI confirms Chinese-made food trays for free meal program tainted with pork lard

BGN head Dadan Hindayana, stated that the majority of trays used in the program were produced locally using plant-based lubricants. However, he acknowledged that Indonesia still imports approximately 4 million trays per month, as domestic manufacturers are unable to meet the growing demand.

Diponegoro just wants to get respect: Carey

Interview 1 year ago

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Diponegoro just wants to get respect: Carey

The five-year guerrilla campaign resulted in a pyrrhic victory for the Dutch colonial government, leaving them in bankruptcy with millions of guilders of debt.

NU to expand role in Prabowo’s free meals program

Politics 1 year ago

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NU to expand role in Prabowo’s free meals program

Following a meeting with the President on Tuesday, Nahdlatul Ulama has been entrusted with managing 1,000 meal kitchens and is already active at several sites.

Indonesians of all faiths mourn Pope Francis’ passing

Society 1 year ago

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Indonesians of all faiths mourn Pope Francis’ passing

Catholics remember the late Pope Francis for his message to build bridges of hope and peace, while leaders of non-Catholic organizations vow to carry on the pontiff’s work to nurture humanity.

The many ways to determine Ramadan, Idul Fitri dates

Society 1 year ago

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The many ways to determine Ramadan, Idul Fitri dates

Millions of Muslims often face questions on when the Ramadan or Idul Fitri holidays will fall, which depends on how religious authorities observe the moon to determine the Hijriah Islamic calendar.

What’s driving Indonesia's mining law revision?

Academia 1 year ago

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What’s driving Indonesia's mining law revision?

By leveraging coal wealth, the government seeks to secure strategic support from influential groups.

NU ready to back Prabowo's agenda for national welfare

Society 1 year ago

NU ready to back Prabowo's agenda for national welfare

NU pledges full support for Prabowo's administration, aiming to boost national welfare for a more prosperous Indonesia.

‘Clean up, or be cleaned out’: Prabowo warns his cabinet after 100 days

Politics 1 year ago

‘Clean up, or be cleaned out’: Prabowo warns his cabinet after 100 days

The President said during the first 100 days of his administration he had warned every ministry to “clean up” their act, otherwise they “will be cleaned out”.

Month-long Ramadan holiday plan meets with lukewarm welcome

Society 1 year ago

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Month-long Ramadan holiday plan meets with lukewarm welcome

Parents have raised their concerns that a month-long school holiday could adversely impact their children’s learning.

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