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Prabowo Replaces National Nutrition Agency Chief in Surprise Leadership Shake-Up

President Prabowo replaced the leadership of Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency in a surprise shake-up of a key flagship program.
News 3 hours ago

Indonesian Authorities Seize Vessel, Barges, and Tank Trucks in Fuel Fraud Probe

Indonesian police seized vessels and fuel trucks linked to an alleged illegal subsidized diesel distribution network.
News 8 hours ago

Jakarta Looks to Danish Model to Tackle Jakarta's Waste Crisis

Jakarta is adopting lessons from Denmark to improve waste management, with mandatory household waste sorting set to expand.
News 9 hours ago

Qatar and Indonesia Want to Be Defense Industry Partners, No Contract Yet

Indonesia says there are plans for a defense industry cooperation with Qatar, but they are not bound to a contract yet.
News 10 hours ago

Nadiem Maintains Innocence in Chromebook Corruption Trial

Nadiem Makarim says the Chromebook procurement followed all procedures and caused no state losses in his corruption trial.
News 11 hours ago

Hundreds Displaced by Fire in C. Jakarta

A massive fire in Kemayoran damaged more than 300 buildings and affected 679 residents, many of whom rejected relocation to public housing.
News 12 hours ago

Prabowo’s Overseas Trips Deliver Results, Not Ceremony, Says Cabinet Secretary

Cabinet Secretary Teddy says Prabowo’s overseas trips have secured investment, defense cooperation, and key diplomatic gains.
News 16 hours ago

Indonesia Open 2026 Brings World’s Top Badminton Stars to Jakarta

Indonesia Open 2026 brings 248 players from 22 countries to Jakarta, with the world's top shuttlers competing for $1.45 million.
News Jun 1, 2026 | 8:48 pm

Prabowo Warns of Resistance to Indonesia’s Economic Transformation

Prabowo vowed to fight corruption and smuggling, saying economic reforms must ensure Indonesia’s wealth benefits its people.
News Jun 1, 2026 | 4:51 pm

Prabowo Leads Final Farewell to Former Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu

President Prabowo paid final respects to former defense minister Ryamizard Ryacudu, who was buried with military honors.
News Jun 1, 2026 | 11:59 am

WHO Chief Reports 5 Ebola Recoveries as New Treatment Center Opens in Congo

Authorities have reported 134 confirmed cases in Congo and neighboring Uganda, including 18 confirmed deaths as of May 29..
News May 31, 2026 | 11:56 pm

Five Killed in Papua Explosion Linked to Suspected World War II Bomb

A suspected World War II bomb explosion in Papua killed five people and destroyed several homes, police said.
News May 31, 2026 | 9:46 pm

Former Indonesian Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu Dies at 76

During his tenure, Ryamizard introduced the concept of “state defense,” a policy framework aimed at building civilian reserve forces.
News May 31, 2026 | 5:01 pm

Indonesia’s Fishing Villages Told to Keep Eye Out for Drones

Indonesia is turning its fishing villages into its eyes and ears for underwater drones and other maritime threats.
News May 31, 2026 | 9:32 am

PSG Wins Back-to-Back Champions League Titles After Shootout Victory against Arsenal

Luis Enrique joined Ancelotti, Paisley, Zidane and Guardiola in an elite group of coaches with at least three European Cups.
News May 31, 2026 | 5:34 am

Liverpool Fires Arne Slot as Andoni Iraola Emerges as Leading Candidate

Liverpool sacks Arne Slot after two seasons despite a Premier League title and Champions League qualification.
News May 30, 2026 | 7:44 pm

Hegseth Praises Indonesia’s Military Upgrades in Burden-Sharing Call

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says Indonesia has shared the burden of beefing up collective defense via its military upgrades.
News May 30, 2026 | 7:35 pm

Prabowo Returns to Jakarta with $3.5 Billion French Deals

These French commercial deals cover the trade, energy security, and defense sectors, although not much is known about the details.
News May 30, 2026 | 11:46 am

Arsenal Chase First Champions League Title as PSG Eye Historic Repeat

Arsenal seek their first Champions League crown, while PSG aim to become the first club since Real Madrid to retain Europe's top prize.
News May 30, 2026 | 11:43 am