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Indonesia to stop diesel imports by July 2026 on B50 success: Prabowo

President Prabowo Subianto announced that Indonesia will completely halt diesel imports starting July 2026, following ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 11:40 pm

Israel's Parliament dissolves ahead of October 27 elections

Over the past week, the Knesset passed several controversial laws in marathon sessions as PM Netanyahu attempted to ram through several of his pet projects

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 11:07 pm

Moonshot's open-source Kimi K3 model beats Anthropic's Fable 5 on this benchmark

Our AI Model Release Tracker keeps new models in context with their peers, so you know which are worth your time.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 11:05 pm

Landslide in China's Chongqing city kills 8, leaves 34 missing

Water, electricity and gas supplies were cut off within a 1-km (0.6-mile) radius of the landslide to prevent further disruptions. Over 800 rescuers were on the site

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 11:03 pm

This Levoit is the best smart air purifier I've tested (and it's on sale)

The Levoit Vital 200S-P is the smart air purifier to beat, with a washable prefilter and a capacity to clean up to 1,800 square feet in one hour.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 11:02 pm

Prabowo leads nationwide military-assisted harvest across 43 locations

President Prabowo Subianto on Friday officially launched a nationwide harvest conducted jointly with the Indonesian ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:55 pm

This air purifier is helping keep my home's air free of wildfire smoke - and it's on sale

Get cleaner air for less with the Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max air purifier for 20% off on Amazon right now.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 10:09 pm

Dell XPS 16 review: A sleek, high-end laptop perfect for creatives and professionals

Dell's XPS 16 screams 'Premium laptop' thanks to its sleek design, OLED screen, and powerful hardware.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 10:06 pm

Minister touts Red and White Coop as village service hubs

Cooperatives Minister Ferry Juliantono said Red and White Village Cooperatives are being developed as integrated ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:02 pm

Indonesia targets two-year sugarcane rejuvenation under Prabowo

The Indonesian government aims to complete the nationwide rejuvenation of sugarcane plantations within two years after ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 9:02 pm

Storytelling is key to global creative economy success: Dy Minister

Deputy Minister of Creative Economy and Deputy Head of the Creative Economy Agency (Bekraf) Irene Umar said compelling ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 8:47 pm

I tested this backup power station during a real blackout - don't make my mistakes

A real three-day blackout revealed problems I never would've found on a power station's spec sheet.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 7:45 pm

I wore 3 blood pressure watches for a month to find the most accurate - and this one wins

I tested Samsung, Amazfit, and Doctor Fit blood pressure watches - and only one rivaled my Garmin Index BP Monitor.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 7:34 pm

5 underrated iOS 27 features that make my iPhone way better - and none are Siri AI

Some of my favorite new features in iOS 27 are flying under the radar, but no less impactful.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 7:31 pm

Indonesia ready to support open, inclusive AI ecosystem: Airlangga

Indonesia has affirmed its readiness to contribute to an open, inclusive, and beneficial global artificial intelligence ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 7:24 pm

Top Schools across Southeast Asia join Cambridge English Educational Partners to develop future talent

It is no secret that two key considerations which parents focus on in selecting a private school for their children ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 7:19 pm

Prabowo targets up to 50 ethanol plants to support E20 fuel program

President Prabowo Subianto announced a target to build up to 50 new ethanol plants across Indonesia to support the E20 ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 7:19 pm

Indonesia debuts first homegrown typhoid vaccine, cuts import reliance

The Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) is actively monitoring the safety of Bio-TCV, Indonesias first ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 7:09 pm

IP-CEPA to boost Indonesia's exports to Peru to US$745 mln: Minister

Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso stated that the ratification of the Indonesia-Peru Comprehensive Economic ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 6:39 pm

Indonesia launches training, certification for 29,830 KDMP managers

The Ministry of Cooperatives is preparing qualified human resources for the Red and White Village Cooperatives (KDMP) ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 6:34 pm

'The SaaS apocalypse is overrated': How Workday and other software provders plan to survive AI

Experts warn that an extinction event is coming for SaaS, thanks to AI disintermediation. Here's why some vendors remain skeptical.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 6:33 pm

NTB, Morocco explore cooperation in tourism, renewable energy

The West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) provincial government explored strategic cooperation with Morocco across key sectors, ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 6:14 pm

Grocery stores anchor village cooperative operations: Minister

Cooperatives Minister Ferry Juliantono reported that grocery stores have become the backbone of business activities ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 6:02 pm

Prabowo targets full sugar self-sufficiency with two-year overhaul

President Prabowo Subianto announced a nationwide overhaul of Indonesia's sugarcane sector, pledging a complete ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 5:37 pm

Expert says Masela groundbreaking strengthens upstream oil, gas

Executive Director of the Center for Energy and Mining Law Studies (PUSHEP), Bisman Bhaktiar, views the Masela Block ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 5:30 pm

BNPB: Labuan Bajo wildfire fully extinguished after burning 25 ha

The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) has confirmed that a wildfire in Labuan Bajo of West Manggarai District ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 5:28 pm

How Indonesia plans to prevent blackouts through energy security

In an increasingly volatile world, a countrys power grid is more than just infrastructureit is the quiet ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 5:09 pm

Andy Burnham confirmed as new Labour leader, U.K. PM-designate

On Monday (July 20, 2026), Mr. Burnham will be invited by King Charles III to form a new government after outgoing PM Keir Starmer formally tenders his resignation to the monarch

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 5:06 pm

Police raids North Jakarta home-based drug factory, Singaporean nabbed

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport's police and customs agencies raided a home-based industry producing narcotic ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 4:39 pm

Prabowo reviews sugar-to-bioethanol project to boost energy security

President Prabowo Subianto reviewed sugarcane production and processing, including its conversion into bioethanol, ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 4:25 pm

Indonesia to channel subsidies, social aid via village cooperatives

The Indonesian government plans to enhance the distribution of subsidized commodities and expand social welfare ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 3:58 pm

WCA concerned about ODI World Cup format

The World Cricketers' Association says it is concerned by the changes made to the structure of the men's 50-over World Cup.

BBC 17 Jul 2026 3:56 pm

Red and White Coop managers should professional, develop remote areas

Prospective managers of the Red and White Cooperatives are expected to remain professional and motivated in carrying ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 3:51 pm

BRIN converts low-value plastic waste into fuel with pyrolysis

The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is promoting the use of pyrolysis technology as a sustainable ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 3:23 pm

Masela Block project to prioritize hiring local workforce: Minister

Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has emphasized that the operators of the Abadi Masela ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 3:17 pm

Indonesia repatriates human trafficking victim from Libya

The Migrant Workers Protection Ministry said an Indonesian human trafficking victim stranded in Libya has been ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 3:01 pm

Indonesia readies contingency plans amid Middle East tensions

The government has prepared contingency measures, including evacuation plans, for Indonesian migrant workers in the ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 2:45 pm

Indonesia promotes carbon trading to restore forests

Indonesian Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni is promoting carbon trading as a mechanism to attract private financing ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 2:34 pm

What is testosterone screening, and why is the U.S. military introducing it? | Explained

The U.S. militarys move to screen troops for low testosterone raises questions about hormone deficiency, treatment and the evidence behind routine testing

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 2:16 pm

Indonesia's manufacturing outlook brightens after Q2 expansion: BI

Indonesia's manufacturing sector remained in expansion in the second quarter, with the central bank forecasting ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 2:06 pm

President Prabowo to lead simultaneous harvests at 43 locations

President Prabowo Subianto departed Jakarta for Malang District, East Java, on Friday to mark the start of a mass ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 2:04 pm

Indonesia extends discounted fuel for fishing fleet to year-end

Indonesia will keep subsidized diesel at Rp15,000 (US$0.83) per liter for eligible fishing vessels through Dec. 31, ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 1:46 pm

Minister encourages industry optimising trade agreements

Indonesia's Trade Minister Budi Santoso continues to encourage manufacturers, including companies investing in ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 1:24 pm

Sri Lankas former police chief found dead

Wickremaratna, 63, was police chief between 2020 and 2023. From 2019, he had acted as the acting police chief.

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 1:15 pm

Any country doing business with Russia will be 'very severely' sanctioned: Trump

They are passing legislation. The Republicans are putting in legislationVery tough sanctions on any country doing business with Russia. They may add Iran to that. I suggested it, says President Trump

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 1:12 pm

Ahead of U.S. Ambassador arrival, Trump okays 500% tariff Bill on Russian oil; withdraws from India-led ISA

U.S. Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor, who takes charge on January 12, 2026 has said ending Indias Russian oil imports is a top priority

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 1:11 pm

I tested MSI's latest gaming laptop, and it works just as hard as it plays

The Cyborg 15 is versatile enough to handle work, school, and the latest PC games.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 12:55 pm

CTF Life Becomes First Insurer to Forge Long-term Strategic Partnership with Tencent Music Entertainment Group to Debut TIMA in Hong Kong This August

CTF Life announced a landmark long-term strategic partnership with Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME), ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 12:53 pm

Community Creates Mega Artwork for HKTDC 60th Anniversary

As part of the Hong Kong Trade Development Councils (HKTDC) 60thanniversary celebrations, ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 12:40 pm

Hong Kong Book Fair, Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks all open today

Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 36thHong Kong Book Fair, the ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 12:38 pm

Indonesia records Rp1,010.6 trillion in investments in H1 2026: govt

Indonesia's investment realization reached Rp1,010.6 trillion (US$56.1 billion) in the first half of 2026, up 7.2 ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 11:33 am

Indonesia calls intl laws to be respected as US seeks to dismantle ICC

Indonesia reaffirmedthat international legal principles and institutions must be respected by all nations as the ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 11:29 am

Sonam Wangchuk refuses to end 20-day hunger strike

Sonam Wangchuk has urged people to join the protest march to parliament on 20 July.

BBC 17 Jul 2026 11:16 am

AI should not be a 'solo performance' but 'symphony of global collaboration' : Xi Jinping

With AI advancing at a staggering speed, we must ensure its development is positive, for the good and for humanity, says Chinese President Xi Jinping

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 11:14 am

Airlangga seeks Mexico's support for Indonesia's CPTPP accession

Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto has sought Mexico's support for ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:59 am

West Papua Police hunt suspected financier of illegal gold mine

Police in Indonesia's West Papua Province are searching for a man suspected of financing an illegal gold mining ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:53 am

Indonesia strengthens AI governance through WAICO membership

Indonesia has strengthened its global artificial intelligence (AI) role by becoming one of the 29 founding members of ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:52 am

East Java leads KDMP program with Rp17.45 billion in transactions

East Java recorded Rp17.45 billion (over US$970,000) in transactions under the Red and White Village Cooperatives ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:49 am

Easing global tensions lift sentiment toward Indonesia: Kadin

The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) said easing global geopolitical tensions have also been ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:46 am

VP Gibran checks progress of Palembang waste-to-energy project

Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka directly reviewed the development of the Keramasan waste-to-energy ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:28 am

Indonesia sends T-50i jets to Australia's air exercise

Indonesia's Air Force has deployed five T-50i Golden Eagle fighter jets to a multinational air exercise hosted by ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:10 am

Teluk Lamong, BRIN map marine life to support conservation

PT Terminal Teluk Lamong and Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency, or BRIN, are mapping marine ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 10:04 am

Danantara boosts SOE support for village cooperatives

Danantara Indonesia is strengthening coordination among state-owned enterprises to expand services at the Red and White ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 9:31 am

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. expands airstrike against Iran by hitting more bridges

U.S. projectiles struck Qeshm Island and near Bandar Abbas home to Iran's largest port and key navy and Revolutionary Guards facilities both on the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, July 16, evening

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 9:05 am

Indonesia joins China-initiated global AI cooperation body

Indonesia has become a founding member of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), a ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 8:54 am

Indonesia targets global semiconductor supply chain role

Indonesia, with an estimated 340 million tons of silica sand reserves, is well positioned to become an important ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 8:14 am

Gangster Nitish Kaushal arrested in U.S.s Vermont: FBI

The FBI action followed Operation Hard Ball, a coordinated international enforcement action targeting the Bhagwanpuria gang

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 8:10 am

Carbon trading crucial breakthrough for green economy: envoy

Special Presidential Envoy for Energy and Climate Hashim Djojohadikusumo hailed the establishment of a credible carbon ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 7:52 am

Autopsy links Singaporean suspect to Bali woman's death

An autopsy found a woman killed in Bali died from neck injuries consistent with strangulation, while police arrested ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 7:32 am

Indonesia disburses US$4.1 billion to support 14.9 million MSMEs

The Indonesian government has disbursed Rp65 trillion (approximately US$4.1 billion) in micro-financing to 14.9 million ...

Antara News 17 Jul 2026 7:29 am

Root's 99 not out helps England win to level series

An improved England beat India by four wickets to set up an ODI series decider at Lord's on Sunday.

BBC 17 Jul 2026 1:47 am

4 surprise products we could see at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked (including the Galaxy Glasses)

We're expecting some curveballs at Samsung's 2026 Galaxy Unpacked event. Here's everything we know.

ZDNet 17 Jul 2026 1:20 am

Amazon dropped this Blink video doorbell and security camera bundle to 43% off - and we recommend it

This Blink Video Doorbell and Outdoor 4 security camera bundle deal will help you set up a home security system for less.

ZDNet 16 Jul 2026 11:55 pm

Kremlin says there's no immediate prospect of resuming peace talks with Ukraine

Nearly 4-1/2 years into the war, the front lines remain largely static while Russia and Ukraine strike each other's cities and key energy infrastructure and attack vessels at sea

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 10:15 pm

Trump administration revives rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits

The policy, known as public charge, appeared in the Federal Register and will be formally published on July 20

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 10:15 pm

Indonesia, China launch joint shipbuilding technology academy

Indonesia and China have strengthened vocational education in the maritime sector by establishing the Sino-Indonesian ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 9:29 pm

Amazon just cut $300 off the Google Pixel 10 Pro - and I'd recommend buying one

Google's Pixel 10 Pro has one of the best camera systems for an Android today. Grab it for $699 right now, one of the best prices we've seen.

ZDNet 16 Jul 2026 9:28 pm

Indonesia focuses on developing globally competitive wellness tourism

Indonesia is focusing on developing high-quality and globally competitive wellness tourism.Wellness tourism ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 9:14 pm

6 cheap kitchen gadgets that will make your life easier for under $20 (I promise)

These kitchen gadgets won't break the bank, but will seriously upgrade your cooking.

ZDNet 16 Jul 2026 9:12 pm

RI to participate in China's initiative AI cooperation, WAICO

Indonesia decided to participate in the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) with ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 9:04 pm

Indonesian Army probes ammunition depot blast in E Java

The Indonesian Army has formed an investigation team to determine the cause of a deadly ammunition depot explosion in ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 8:12 pm

Indonesia to make corporate packaging waste management mandatory

The Indonesian government is drafting a ministerial regulation on extended producer responsibility (EPR) to legally ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 7:56 pm

Buying a new Apple device? You can get it tax-free in 8 states - but only on these dates

Certain states will let you buy items tax-free from different retailers, and Apple is one of them. Here's when and the products that qualify.

ZDNet 16 Jul 2026 7:55 pm

Indonesia, Spain reaffirm support to protect Palestinian culture

Indonesia and Spain have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their support for the protection of Palestinian ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 7:54 pm

Managers play critical role in a company's AI transformation - and they know it

More than two-thirds of middle managers are optimistic about AI's role in the future of work, and they feel personally accountable for their team's adoption of AI tools.

ZDNet 16 Jul 2026 7:50 pm

Indonesia military seizes 5,000 cannabis plants in Highland Papua raid

Indonesian military forces seized 5,000 cannabis plants from two illicit farms in the Highland Papua province, army ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 7:49 pm

Indonesia expects $37.8 billion revenue from Masela LNG project

Indonesia expects to generate about US$37.8 billion in direct state revenue from the newly launched Abadi ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 7:37 pm

Anthropic's Claude Corps will pay $85,000 to 1,000 early-career professionals - apply now

The Claude Corps fellowship matches professionals with partner nonprofits and pays them with benefits. But the deadline ends soon.

ZDNet 16 Jul 2026 7:17 pm

East Java ammunition depot blast kills one soldier, injures six

An explosion at a central ammunition depot in Madiun Regency, East Java, on Thursday morning killed an Indonesian Army ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 7:13 pm

Pertamina to build 30 MW waste-to-energy plant in Yogyakarta

State-owned energy giant PT Pertamina is developing a new waste-to-energy (PSEL) plant in Yogyakarta, with a projected ...

Antara News 16 Jul 2026 7:09 pm