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Vice President pushes suspension bridge construction for South Nias
Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has urged government aides to promptly follow up on plans to construct ...
I saw a drone deliver pies in Atlanta, and it was an uncannily brilliant experience
Wing and Walmart's partnership has expanded to the metro Atlanta area, with other cities in its direct line of sight.
I travel with an iPad that acts like a touchscreen MacBook - here's my setup
Here's how I keep working on my iPad when Wi-Fi, power, and travel plans fail.
Indonesia promotes tempeh as a culinary tool of gastrodiplomacy
Culture Minister Fadli Zonhas encouraged food experts, chefs, and culinary entrepreneurs to support ...
Dhaka University's Bangabandhu Hall renamed Osman Hadi Hall: report
We are removing it based on students' verdict, Hall Council V-P said when asked whether the hall council leaders had obtained permission to erase the graffiti and name
Indonesia sets Rp11B for heritage recovery after Sumatra floods
Indonesias Ministry of Culture announced on Sunday that it has prepared an initial budget of around Rp11 billion ...
China's open AI models are in a dead heat with the West - here's what happens next
With the rising technological prowess and greater openness of Chinese models, the world is increasingly turning to the East for efficient and customizable AI, a new report finds.
TNI provides trauma healing for children after deadly Aceh floods
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) has provided psychosocial support to children at the Balee Panah evacuation ...
Powering NTB without dependence, redefining Indonesia's energy policy
The lights at the West Nusa Tenggara (Nusa Tenggara Barat/NTB) Governor's Office are now on without interruption, ...
Govt implements traffic controls at Merak Port amid holiday surge
The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation has implemented traffic management measures at Merak Ferry Port in ...
SOE economic policy shift puts workers at center, unions urged to act
Indonesian labor unions must strengthen research-based advocacy, social dialogue and financial literacy to prepare ...
Police conduct security inspections across Jakarta ahead of Christmas
The Indonesian National Police conducted comprehensive security sweeps across Jakarta on Saturday, part of a high-level ...
Indonesia's Prabowo highlights national resilience amid Sumatra floods
President Prabowo Subianto reaffirmed the governments commitment to working in synergy with all elements of the ...
VP Gibran begins three-day working visit to N Sumatra, N Sulawesi
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has begun official visits to North Sumatra and North Sulawesi provinces from ...
Victims, lawmakers criticize partial release of Epstein files
Democrats on Saturday (December 20) demanded answers after one image that included a photo of Mr. Trump was no longer visible in the Justice Departments online release
Between the banks: Reimagining the Ganga Water Treaty in an era of strained India-Bangladesh waters
Once hailed as a diplomatic breakthrough, the Treaty now faces mounting pressures hydrological, ecological, political, and geopolitical
Jakarta Christmas Market features 40 MSMEs at Lapangan Banteng
The Jakarta Provincial Government is hosting the 2025 Christmas Creative Market at Lapangan Banteng Park, featuring 40 ...
Mount Semeru continues years of activity with six Sunday eruptions
Mount Semeru, which has entered a highly active phase over the last few years, erupted six times Sunday morning with ...
12 Stories That Explain Myanmars Military-Run Elections
As the junta readies to hold its sham vote, The Irrawaddy revisits a collection of stories that examine the militarys long history of rigging polls to entrench its rule.
10 killed, 10 injured as gunmen open fire in South Africa: police
The motive for the shooting at Bekkersdal, 40 kilometres southwest of the city, was also unknown, police told
Indonesia to boost coastal economy with 1,000 fishing villages
Indonesia will build 1,000 Red and White fishing villages nationwide to boost coastal incomes, expanding a ...
EIG Acquires a 49.87% Stake in Transportadora de Gas del Per (TgP)
-EIG, through its managed investment vehicles, acquired a 49.87% equity stake in Transportadora de Gas del Per ...
San Francisco outages leaves 130,000 without power
The power failure left a large swath of the northern part of the city in the dark, beginning with the Richmond and Presidio neighborhoods and areas around Golden Gate Park in the early afternoon and growing in size.
U.S. intelligence indicates Putin's war aims in Ukraine are unchanged
The intelligence also contradicts the Russian leaders denials that he is a threat to Europe
India express train kills seven elephants crossing tracks
The collision happened early on Saturday in the north-eastern state of Assam, local officials say.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs. Sony WH-1000XM6: I tried the two best ANC headphones, and this pair wins
Looking for the best ANC headphones? The latest Sony WH-1000XM6 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra are two solid options. Here's how to choose.
Bangladesh on edge as protesters demand home advisers resignation after Osman Hadis death
Tens of thousands of people attend slain leaders funeral under tight security; Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus said Hadi would never be forgotten and would live on through the lessons he left for the nation
UN urges Rwanda to leave eastern Congo, extends peacekeeping mission for year
The UN's most powerful body condemned an offensive by the Rwanda-backed M23, demanded that Rwanda stop supporting the rebels and withdraw its troops
Minister confirms Indonesia runner-up position at 2025 SEA Games
Minister of Youth and Sports Erick Thohir said Indonesia is likely to finish as runner-up at the 2025 SEA Games in ...
'No embargo' on Imran Khan's sons meeting him in jail, says Pakistan
Suleman and Kasim, who currently live in London, are Imran Khan's sons from his first marriage with British TV personality Jemima Goldsmith
Childrens author David Walliams denies inappropriate behaviour after publisher drops him
British childrens author and comedian David Walliams has denied allegations of inappropriate behaviour after HarperCollins decided not to publish his future books
Minister hails Indonesia's second-place finish at 2025 SEA Games
Minister of Youth and Sports Erick Thohir praised Indonesias achievement at the 2025 SEA Games, where the ...
Indonesia's Pertamina ensures fuel, gas supply to disaster-hit Sumatra
Indonesias state-run energy firm Pertamina said it is maintaining fuel and gas supplies to disaster-hit ...
Gov't to rebuild disaster-hit religious schools in 2026
Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar said schools under the ministrys authority, including madrasahs ...
This simple monitor adjustment is the productivity upgrade I deeply regret not doing sooner
Vertical monitors can streamline workflows in certain situations. Here's how to set one up in Windows 11 using either built-in or third-party tools.
Explosions targeting Jaffar Express, other train disrupt rail traffic in Balochistan
The Jaffar Express have been attacked multiple times by insurgents in 2025
Prabowo praises largest-ever subsidized housing loan signing
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto praised the mass signing of 50,030 subsidized housing loans the largest ...
Indonesia's tourism must stay clean to drive forex earnings: Prabowo
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said the tourism sector is a major source of foreign exchange and should be ...
Verizon will give you a free Nintendo Switch for just a few more days - here's how to qualify
Verizon's holiday internet deals let you pick a free Nintendo Switch, Samsung TV, or tablet. Here's what to know.
Gov't prioritizes affordable housing access for low-income residents
Minister of Housing and Settlement Areas Maruarar Sirait emphasized that easing access to homeownership for low-income ...
OIKN prioritizes MSMEs as drivers of inclusive economy
The Nusantara Capital City Authority (OIKN) is committed to making micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) the ...
Some 366 health centers in disaster-affected Aceh now operational
The Aceh Provincial Health Office reported that 366 community health centers (puskesmas) across 18 of 23 districts and ...
Prabowo oversees mass signing of 50,030 subsidized home loans
President Prabowo Subianto on Saturday attended a nationwide mass signing of 50,030 subsidized home loans under the ...
Indonesia to auction new oil, gas blocks next week
Indonesias Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry will auction eight new oil and gas blocks next week as part of ...
Aceh BTS device recovery reaches 80.63 percent: Ministry
The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs reported that 80.63 percent of Base Transceiver Station (BTS) towers ...
U.S. says it struck Islamic State targets in Syria
Jordanian forces assisted the American troops in carrying out the attack, according to the Central Command.
Former Pak PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana corruption case
Toshakhana corruption case is about alleged fraud in State gifts, which the former first couple received from the Saudi Government in 2021
Govt to build seven fertilizer plants, aims to lower costs for farmers
Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan announced the plan to build seven new fertilizer plants by the ...
BNPB stresses disaster mitigation to reduce risks, impact
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) said disaster mitigation is a crucial step to reduce risks and impacts ...
North Sumatra to distribute 30 tons of UAE rice for disaster relief
North Sumatra Governor Bobby Nasution said Saturday that 30 tons of rice donated by a humanitarian organization from ...
A timeline of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and the fight to make the governments files public
Two decades after Jeffrey Epstein was first reported to police, the Justice Department has started to release its investigative files on the late millionaire
Junta Chief Worries Over Warplane Atrocity Fatigue; Blames War on Ethnic Groups; and More
Also this week, the regime closed ranks with China on a destructive dam and scam crackdowns, while its boss hailed his air force after another massacre and readied for rigged poll and presidency.
Alliex builds daily data-based credit profiling for MSMEs in Indonesia
Alliex, a Vietnam-based international payment infrastructure and financial data provider, is expanding a credit ...
Kebabs, biryani and much more: Indian city on Unesco culinary list
Lucknow recently joined a select list of global cities recognised for their fine food.
Brick is one of the few new devices that positively changed my daily content consumption. It would be a great gift for the phone-addicted friend this holiday.
This Bluetooth tracker that replaced my AirTags has more features at a cheaper price
Pebblebee's Clip 5 finder tag attaches to a key ring, works with both iOS and Android devices, and makes a loud sound.
I didn't expect a retro amp to sound this accurate across every genre - but this one nails it
Outlaw Audio's retro stereo receiver delivers high-quality sound, even though it's considerably cheaper than most professional equipment.
Can't hear TV dialogue? This portable soundbar worked wonders for my audio (at a low price)
If you're looking for great sound without breaking the bank, the Creative Stage Pro is a budget-friendly option worth considering.
How to disable ACR on your TV (and why you should do it ASAP)
Your Samsung, LG, and even Sony TV comes with privacy risks. Here's how to avoid one of the biggest with just a few steps.
Buying your next Windows laptop? This Lenovo with a tandem OLED display is my top pick
With a gorgeous OLED screen and powerful hardware, the Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition is a high-performance device that many should consider.
LG unveils new Dolby Atmos sound system ahead of CES 2026, and it works like magic
LG has announced a series of new speakers and soundbars, all of which support the brand's new Sound Suite and Dolby Atmos Flex tech.
Is that video AI? Gemini can now help you figure it out - but there's a catch
Here's how to use Google Gemini to detect certain AI-generated videos.
Indonesia begins construction of 2,600 houses for disaster victims
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian affirmed that the Indonesian government will soon start the groundbreaking of ...
Own a Samsung TV? I changed these 6 settings to make the system run like new again
Most people leave their TV settings untouched, but if you have a Samsung model, a few simple adjustments can significantly improve its visual quality.
Pakistan arrests top Islamic State Khorasan leader, says UN report
He was not just a spokesman but regarded as one of the top leaders for the group in the region, the Pakistani intelligence official told on condition of anonymity
Should you ditch your Mac for an iPad? iPadOS 26 may convince you - here's why
The latest version of iPadOS feels more Mac-like with all the cool new multitasking features. Here's why you may not need a Mac if you're a multitasker.
My perfect MacBook Pro replacement is this powerful Windows laptop I didn't see coming
The Razer Blade 14 trades a bit of raw power for an ultra-slim, travel-friendly design - one of the thinnest gaming laptops I've tested this year.
Over 1,000 patients have died awaiting evacuation from Gaza since July 2024: WHO
WHO chief said on X that the UN agency and its partners had evacuated over 10,600 patients from Gaza with severe health conditions, including over 5,600 children since the start of the war more than two years ago.
Ministry coordinates Rp48 billion aid from regions for Sumatra relief
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian said his ministry has coordinated assistance from regional governments totaling ...
Updating your iPhone to iOS 26.2? Here are 5 reasons I wouldn't think twice about it
The latest update addresses security bugs and enhances apps like AirDrop and Reminders. Don't forget to update your other Apple devices, too.
Should you use cellular or Wi-Fi at the airport? This study made the choice easy for me
Your mobile carrier may offer better access than the airport's Wi-Fi, according to tests by Ookla. Results vary by airport.
Mystery as YouTube creator's finance livestream appears on White House website
The livestream appeared for at least eight minutes late on December 18, on whitehouse.gov/live, where the White House usually streams live video of the President speaking
Sharif Osman Hadi: Man of the streets
Sharif Osman Hadi emerged as a prominent student activist, leading movements against government oppression in Bangladesh until his tragic death in 2025
Is your Roku or Fire TV streaming device tracking you? It's possible - how I put an end to it
Streaming devices, such as Fire TV Sticks and Chromecasts, collect personal data for various purposes. If that makes you uneasy, here's how to regain some control.
Indonesian govt pledges continued aid amid white flag protests in Aceh
Indonesia's Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian reaffirmed the government's commitment to sustaining emergency ...
Indonesia received replica of Nalanda Inscription from Indian govt
Indonesia has received a replica of the Nalanda Copperplate Inscription from the Government of India, which has been ...
5 AirPods Pro features that made me ditch my old pair instantly - and how to access them
I own several AirPods, but I grab my newer AirPods Pro the most. And these features are why.
5 critical things to check first before selling or trading in your iPhone (and why they matter)
Have you backed up yet? Erased your personal data? Turned off 'Find My'? There's more!
There are several ways to optimize your TV's operating system for faster performance. Here are my go-to.
Sumatra floods: Govt to send 206,000 export-reject clothes
The Indonesian government will distribute 260,000 pieces of export-reject clothing to three disaster-hit provinces in ...
Civilian Casualties Surge as Junta Strafes, Bombs and Rockets Ahead of Myanmar Poll
Airstrikes in Sagaing reportedly kill over two dozen civilians in three days as regime troops push to retake territory before election.
How to clear your Windows 11 PC cache (and put a stop to lag for good)
Clear this hidden data to noticeably speed up your computer - here's how to do it.
500 Global Expands Africa Presence; Selected to Advance Digital Morocco 2030 Strategy
-500 Global, one of the worlds most active venture capital firms1, announced it has been selected to support the ...
Indonesia mobilizes $3.58 billion for Sumatra floods, 1,072 dead
Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya emphasized that the Indonesian government's disaster response in flood- and ...
Thinking about a heat pump? 5 reasons it may finally be worth the investment in 2026
In the face of energy cost swings and the desire to run cleaner and more efficiently, more homeowners are raising the stakes on their heating and cooling tech and their investment in long-term stability.
Facebook, YouTube Take Down Myanmar Junta Propaganda Accounts
Rights group Justice for Myanmar deals the regime a heavy blow by persuading social media companies to remove key misinformation channels.
Karnavian clarifies claims of underestimating Malaysian aid to Aceh
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnaviansaidhe never intended to belittle the assistance and support provided ...
Best robot vacuum mops of 2025: I've tested dozens of these robots - here are the top ones
We've tested over 50 of the top robot vacuum and mop combos from brands like Roborock, Eufy, Ecovacs, and Dreame to determine which one is best at keeping a home clean.
Jakarta plans mass prayer for Sumatra flood victims on New Year's Eve
The Jakarta provincial government has announced plans to hold a mass prayer event on New Years Eve for residents ...
Interview: What Is the New Spring Revolution Alliance?
The SRA gathers a broad spectrum of smaller armed resistance groups under one umbrella independent of the shadow National Unity Government. The Irrawaddy talked to its spokesman Khun Bedu.
