Indonesia’s Biocultural Wealth and the Quest for Food Sovereignty Amidst the Global Climate Crisis
Every May 22, the international community observes the International Day for Biological Diversity, a date established by the United Nations to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. For Indonesia,…
Mongabay Launches Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship to Empower Environmental Journalists Amidst Global Climate Crisis
The escalating impact of environmental degradation and the worsening global climate crisis have necessitated a more robust and sophisticated approach to environmental journalism. As ecosystems reach critical tipping points, the…
Indonesia Allows Eid al-Fitr Homecoming for 2021, Amidst Lingering COVID-19 Concerns and Expert Caution
Jakarta, Indonesia – In a significant policy shift from the previous year, the Indonesian government has announced that citizens will be permitted to undertake the traditional Eid al-Fitr homecoming (mudik)…
Legislator Backs Waste-to-Energy Initiatives Amidst Central Java’s Growing Waste Crisis
SEMARANG – Mohammad Saleh, Deputy Speaker of the Central Java Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), has voiced strong support for the development and implementation of Waste-to-Energy (PSEL) programs across various…
Thailand Officially Halves Visa-Free Stays for Tourists from 93 Countries Amidst Crime Concerns
Bangkok, Thailand – In a significant policy shift aimed at curbing a rise in transnational crime, the Thai government has officially reduced the visa-free stay duration for foreign nationals from…
Indonesia’s Finance Ministry Proposes New Tobacco Excise Layer to Legalize Illicit Producers Amidst Parliamentary Scrutiny Over Moral Hazard Risks
Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance, through its Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, has announced a significant policy initiative: the introduction of a new layer within the tobacco excise (Cukai Hasil Tembakau/CHT) system.…
Visual Concepts, Developer Behind Blockbuster NBA 2K and WWE 2K Franchises, Reportedly Conducts Layoffs Amidst Strong Sales
In a stark reminder of the volatile nature of the modern gaming industry, Visual Concepts, the esteemed development studio responsible for the immensely popular NBA 2K and WWE 2K franchises,…
Immanuel Ebenezer Regrets Vice Ministerial Role Amidst Five-Year Prison Demand for Extortion and Gratification
JAKARTA – Immanuel "Noel" Ebenezer Gerungan, who served as Vice Minister of Manpower from 2024 to 2025, is facing a demand for a five-year prison sentence from prosecutors. The former…
Indonesia Poised for Global Prominence as President Prabowo Subianto Declares Imminent National Resurgence Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – President Prabowo Subianto has expressed profound confidence in Indonesia’s imminent rise as a powerful nation, asserting that clear signs of this resurgence are already manifest. Speaking…
Maia Estianty Addresses Judgmental Behavior and Social Media Hostility Amidst Resurfacing Tensions with Ahmad Dhani
Maia Estianty, a prominent figure in the Indonesian entertainment industry and a celebrated musician, has once again captured the public’s attention following a series of pointed remarks shared on her…
Governor Calls for Maximum Penalties Against Bundaran HI Snatchers Amidst Renewed Focus on Public Safety
The Governor of DKI Jakarta, Pramono Anung, has unequivocally voiced his robust support for law enforcement agencies to take stringent and decisive action against perpetrators of street crime, particularly in…
















