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Was Cleopatra black?: Race row as Egyptian archaeologist releases documentary

Art & Culture 3 years ago

Was Cleopatra black?: Race row as Egyptian archaeologist releases documentary

For weeks, pundits and officials in Egypt have reacted angrily to streaming platform Netflix's decision to cast British actress Adele James in the lead role of its production "Queen Cleopatra" -- insisting the ruler had lighter skin.

Foul play at the KPK

Editorial 3 years ago

Foul play at the KPK

While we must give Firli the benefit of the doubt, we cannot ignore the fact that Firli has been found guilty of ethics violations before. His appointment as KPK chief was highly controversial, as the decision was made despite complaints about his, at best, questionable ethics record.

Dalai Lama apologises for asking boy to suck his tongue

People 3 years ago

Dalai Lama apologises for asking boy to suck his tongue

The Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama apologised on Monday after a video which showed him asking a boy to suck his tongue triggered a backlash on social media.

Girl with AI earrings sparks Dutch art controversy

Art & Culture 3 years ago

Girl with AI earrings sparks Dutch art controversy

At first glance it seems to be just a modern take on Johannes Vermeer's masterpiece "Girl with a Pearl Earring". But look more closely and things get a little strange.

To YouTube and beyond: controversial South Korean pundit kicked off radio

People 3 years ago

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To YouTube and beyond: controversial South Korean pundit kicked off radio

South Korea's most controversial talk show host had his hit programme taken off air, so now he's taken his massive following to YouTube.

Adidas 2022 income drops, more pain ahead after end of Kanye tie-up

Lifestyle 3 years ago

Adidas 2022 income drops, more pain ahead after end of Kanye tie-up

Adidas's net income fell heavily in 2022, with the German sportswear giant predicting major operating losses this year after ending a tie-up with Kanye West.

Stay calm, no decision yet on new haj fee: Jokowi

Election Updates 3 years ago

Stay calm, no decision yet on new haj fee: Jokowi

The President also noted that the new haj fee would need House approval before it could be finalized.

The pluses and minuses of omnibus health bill

Academia 3 years ago

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The pluses and minuses of omnibus health bill

The shortage of 150,000 doctors will not be met anytime soon by 92 medical schools across Indonesia.

Charlie Hebdo: France's satirical magazine in new controversy

Community 3 years ago

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Charlie Hebdo: France's satirical magazine in new controversy

French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo is making headlines again by stirring outrage in Iran.

Indonesia faces another chapter of jobs law shenanigans

Academia 3 years ago

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Indonesia faces another chapter of jobs law shenanigans

Public discourse has again erupted in relation to the Job Creation Law, this time over a regulation in lieu of law on job creation that was passed just two days before the turn of the year.

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