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Thousands protest across Indonesia as military deployed

Thousands of Indonesians took to the streets on Monday in several cities as the military was deployed in Jakarta following violent unrest that has left six dead in recent days. The demonstrations began last week over controversial housing allowances for lawmakers, which many citizens deemed excessive. The......

Deadly fire hits makassar amid nationwide demonstrations

Three people were killed in Makassar, Indonesia, after a fire broke out at a city council building during violent protests, authorities confirmed. The blaze was started by demonstrators who had stormed the building amid ongoing demonstrations over low wages and generous allowances for lawmakers. The......

Father killed by crocodile in South Sulawesi, Indonesia

A tragic incident occurred in South Sulawesi, Indonesia, as a father of four lost his life after being attacked by a crocodile while swimming in a river. Around 6 p.m., the reptile reportedly bit the man’s leg and dragged him under the water, witnessed helplessly by nearby villagers. Several people......

A 6.7-magnitude earthquake strikes the Maluku Islands without tsunami warning

Indonesia experienced another significant earthquake on Monday, as a 6.7-magnitude tremor was recorded off the coast of the Maluku Islands in the eastern part of the country, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Despite the strength of the quake, no tsunami threat was issued. The......

Bali ferry disaster leaves four dead, dozens missing in Indonesia waters

At least four people have died, and 30 others remain missing after a ferry carrying 65 people sank in the Bali Strait late Wednesday night, authorities in Indonesia confirmed. The vessel, KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya, was en route from Banyuwangi on Java’s eastern coast to the northern port of Bali, a......

Major volcanic eruption disrupts tourism in Indonesia

Indonesia experienced a significant volcanic eruption near the resort island of Bali as Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted at 5:35 PM on Tuesday, releasing an ash cloud that reached approximately 11 kilometers (six miles) into the atmosphere. The eruption caused an extensive ash cloud that affected visibility......

Search efforts continue after deadly landslide in Central Java

Rescue operations in Indonesia persist as authorities work to locate survivors following a deadly landslide in Central Java, which claimed the lives of at least 19 people. The landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall in Pekalongan, occurred on a key road connecting the city with the popular tourist destination......

Indonesia's Inclusion in BRICS: A Strategic Move for Global Cooperation

Indonesia recently expressed its enthusiasm about Brazil's announcement of its membership in BRICS, the economic bloc composed of emerging nations increasingly viewed as an alternative to Western dominance. Brazil’s foreign ministry confirmed on Monday that Indonesia shares common goals with......

Indonesia's Smartphone Ban Sparks Debate

Indonesia's recent ban on the iPhone 16 and Google Pixel has ignited frustration among tech enthusiasts and raised questions about the country's regulatory approach. The prohibition stems from the government's Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri (TKDN) policy, requiring phones to have at least......