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Jakarta 1 day ago

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New York offers Jakarta assistance on municipal bond plan

New York City has offered to send financial experts to Jakarta to help the capital prepare for its planned municipal bond issuance, as Governor Pramono Anung seeks new ways to finance infrastructure projects amid tighter fiscal space.

Americas 5 days ago

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Prabowo skips UNGA as RI seeks to bridge divides

Prabowo’s decision to skip the gathering has drawn attention from analysts, given his regular participation in international forums and the opportunities the UNGA offers for direct engagement with world leaders.

Academia 1 month ago

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Can progressives deliver economic growth?

At a time of historic inequality and inadequate public investment, the kind of redistributive policies promoted by politicians on the left are badly needed.

Sports 2 months ago

Spain unites in joy at second World Cup crown

Waving red and gold flags, Spaniards and fans from around the world watched as La Roja realised the dream of winning the trophy for the second time following an extra-time goal by Ferran Torres in New Jersey.

Entertainment 2 months ago

It's a love story: Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce are married

Comedian Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony, said the publicist's statement under the headline "Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Are Married!"

Americas 3 months ago

What World Cup? New York gripped by Knicks frenzy

New York was a sea of Knicks orange as the team closed in on what will be their first title in 53 years if they win the clash with the San Antonio Spurs being played away in Texas.

Warm Takes 4 months ago

'Friends' doesn’t prepare you for adulthood. 'Ally McBeal' does

Rewatching two defining shows from the late ‘90s as a thirtysomething, it turns out one is far more honest about adulthood than the other. (Spoiler: It's not the one about friends.)

Americas 8 months ago

New York Mayor Mamdani vows to enact democratic socialist agenda

In a speech following his public swearing-in, Mamdani promoted core campaign promises of universal childcare, affordable rents and free bus service.

Americas 8 months ago

Leftist Mamdani to take over as New York mayor under Trump shadow

"Our campaign was built around listening to the people of New York, and we will govern in the same way. Tomorrow, we get to work," Mamdani says.

Academia 10 months ago

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Zohran Mamdani and the reshaping of urban space pricing

The high cost of living in cities is not the result of neutral market dynamics. It comes from power structures that privilege landowners and property capital.

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