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Prabowo urges stronger environmental care as 2026 begins
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto marked New Years Eve with disaster survivors in North Sumatra, calling for ...
Prabowo marks new year with disaster evacuees in N Sumatra
President Prabowo Subianto observed New Years Eve with disaster evacuees in South Tapanuli, North Sumatra, on ...
Why Military Parties Win Elections in Myanmar
For 35 years, Myanmars elections have followed a familiar pattern: real victories for voters are rejected, a free and fair election is impossible and voter turnout irrelevant.
How to disable ACR on your TV (and why doing so makes such a big difference)
Your Samsung, LG, and even Sony TV comes with notable privacy risks. Here's how to avoid one of the biggest with just a few steps.
Zelenskyy says he won't sign weak deal that will only prolong war
Zelenskyy said Ukrainians were exhausted from nearly four years of war longer than the German World War Two occupation of many Ukrainian cities
U.S. imposes sanctions on four Venezuelan oil firms, four more tankers in Maduro crackdown
The action is part of the Trump administration's monthslong pressure campaign on Maduro
Can one state save us from AI disaster? Inside California's new legislative crackdown
With no federal rules in place, state lawmakers are stepping in to regulate AI safety themselves.
Analysis: Myanmar junta seeks legitimacy through a sham election
The juntas strategy is to repeat what it accomplished in 2010 when it installed its generals as civilian rulers to run a government elected in a similarly restricted election
Sumatra flood victims receive daily food aid for 3 months: minister
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf stated that flood- and landslide-affected residents in Sumatra are receiving a ...
Indonesian MPs urge swift action as H3N2 subcladeK spreads
Indonesias House of Representatives has urged the Health Ministry to move quickly to contain the spread of a ...
Puppy Linux vs. Linux Lite: Which distro is right for your old Windows 10 PC?
You can revive your aging PC with a lightweight Linux distro such as Puppy Linux and Linux Lite. But which one should you choose?
RI Govt to add caregivers to freemeals for elderly, disabled
Indonesia will strengthen its free nutritious meals programme for older adults and people with disabilities by ...
The AI balancing act your company can't afford to fumble in 2026
There are eight key tenets your company can follow to build AI faster while keeping it safe and trustworthy.
How Indonesia's new culture ministry shaped 2025
The Ministry of Culture is one of the new ministries established in the administration of President Prabowo Subianto. ...
Latest deep-sea search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 gets underway
A deep-sea search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 has begun in the Indian Ocean, reviving efforts to solve one of aviations greatest mysteries
How I use Samsung's secret Wi-Fi menu to seriously improve my connectivity
Here's how to find Connectivity labs on your Galaxy phone - and the 7 features I actually use.
Russia releases video footage to challenge Kyiv over alleged attack
The video released by the Ministry included footage of a Russian serviceman standing next to fragments of a device which he said was a downed Ukrainian Chaklun-V drone carrying a six-kilogram explosive device which had not detonated.
This fully atomic Linux distro is a challenge to install but a treat to use
Looking for a Linux distribution to challenge you? AerynOS delivers that - plus atomic-powered security and stability.
RI postpones rice sufficiency declaration amid Sumatra flood relief
The Indonesian government postponed the declaration of rice and corn self-sufficiency, previously scheduled for ...
RI Govt speeds up temporary housing for Sumatra disaster victims
Indonesia is accelerating the construction of temporary housing across three disaster-hit provinces in Sumatra, aiming ...
Prabowo to spend new year with flood survivors in North Sumatra
President Prabowo Subianto is set to welcome the New Year alongside disaster-affected residents in South Tapanuli, ...
MacBook Pro vs. MacBook Air: How to decide which Apple laptop to buy
Torn between MacBook Air and Pro? We've tested them all to help you make an informed choice.
Ministry evaluates PMOs to boost village cooperatives' development
The Ministry of Cooperatives has enhanced and evaluated project management officers (PMOs) of Red and White Village ...
3 in 4 Asia Pacific Entrepreneurs Anticipate Economic Gains Next Year - Herbalife Survey
Herbalife, a premier health and wellness company, community and platform, today released findings from itsAsia ...
Sepaku Market development in IKN Nusantara to benefit locals : VP
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka inspected Sepaku Market in the IKN Nusantara Capital City area, East Kalimantan, ...
VP Raka inspects educational facilities at Nusantara capital city
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka on Wednesday conducted an on-site inspection of educational facilities in the ...
2026 Men's T20 World Cup - squads
Find out who is in each squad for the Men's T20 World Cup which begins on 7 February.
The best Android phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
The best Android phones we've reviewed offer bright and ultra-smooth displays, reliable battery life, versatile cameras, and standout software.
Election Watch: Will Anything Change?
On the eve of the military-organized election, leading independent journalists from Myanmar discussed what lies ahead, and what the resistance must do to unite.
Porsche to recall over 173,000 U.S. vehicles over rearview camera image issue
The recall affects certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid models.
Restoring the glory of the Lesser Sunda Islands
November 25, 2025, marks a historic moment for the formation of regional cooperation between three regions within the ...
I recommend bringing these 6 wellness gadgets into 2026 - here's why
New year, new you? These 6 gadgets can kickstart new goals in 2026 (and some of them are on sale).
Hong Kong rings in 2026 without fireworks after deadliest blaze in decades
Fireworks have long been part of the city's celebrations for the New Year, Lunar New Year and National Day
Environment Minister backs Bali as pioneer without open dumping
Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq has expressed support for Bali to become a pioneer in modern waste ...
Magnitude 5.3 earthquake strikes Susanville, California: USGS
The quake was at a depth of 4.7 km (2.9 miles)
Indonesia's TVRI secures 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcast rights
Indonesias public broadcaster TVRI has confirmed it will air the 2026 FIFA World Cup free-to-air, ensuring ...
Relations stable, strong: Envoys of Quad countries hold rare publicised meeting in Beijing
China, over the years, has been a strong critic of the Quad and has not yet reacted to the meeting
CIA behind strike at Venezuelan dock that Trump claims was used by drug smugglers: sources
U.S. Justice Department this year doubled to $50 million the reward for information that leads to Maduros arrest
Some 33 million households receive cash assistance in 2025
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf said the government had distributed temporary direct cash assistance (BLTS) to ...
BNPT provides assistance to 163 victims of terrorism in 2025
The National Counter-Terrorism Agency (BNPT) has provided cash assistance and scholarships to 163 victims of terrorism ...
Bangladesh to bid farewell to former PM Khaleda Zia; Jaishankar to attend funeral in Dhaka | LIVE
Zia's body will be interred alongside her late husband, Ziaur Rahman, who was assassinated in 1981 during his time as President
Finally, a MagSafe wallet that doesn't feel like a scam (especially at this price)
The UAG Metropolis MagSafe wallet resembles my favorite Journey wallet nearly identically, and it's cheaper.
Indonesia targets one-year recovery for flood-hit Sumatra MSMEs
Indonesias Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) aims to fully restore flood-affected ...
U.K. calls for restraint over China's military drills around Taiwan
The Chinese embassy in Britain said the foreign office remarks were a misrepresentation of the facts, a manipulation of the truth
I changed 10 settings on my Fire TV to instantly improve the performance
If your Fire TV or Fire TV Stick is feeling sluggish, don't replace it just yet. These quick tips can give it a serious speed boost.
Samsung's next big health advancement is a feature that alerts you to early signs of dementia
Rumors suggest that the tech giant will unveil the new health tracking feature as soon as CES next week.
DOJ pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after mistaken deportation, judges order says
A newly unsealed order in the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia reveals that high-level Justice Department officials pushed for his indictment only after he was mistakenly deported and then ordered returned to the U.S. Abrego Garcia has pleaded not guilty to charges of human smuggling
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies of rare form of leukemia
Schlossberg was a climate change and environmental journalist and the second child of JFKs daughter, former U.S. diplomat Caroline Kennedy, and the designer-artist Edwin Schlossberg
U.S. sanctions 10 people, firms from Iran and Venezuela over drone, missile trade
he Treasury Department said the latest measures are intended to support the reimposed United Nations sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme
Indonesia ready to fast-track disaster housing funds in Sumatra
Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa confirmed budget support for the construction of temporary ...
Indonesia says disaster recovery budget ready, no MBG cuts needed
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said the government has allocated funding to rebuild disaster-affected areas in ...
Govt launches 10 pilot co-op drugstores to boost public health access
Minister of Cooperatives Ferry Juliantono inaugurated 10 pilot drugstore outlets operated by Red and White Village ...
Indonesia's BNPT flags over 21,000 radical online contents in 2025
The National Counterterrorism Agency (BNPT) reported that its Counterradicalization Task Force identified 21,199 pieces ...
How to clear the cache on your TV (and why it makes such a big difference)
Clearing your TV's cache can greatly decrease stuttering and improve performance. Here's how to do it on brands like Samsung, LG, and more.
5 tech splurges I thought I'd regret in 2025 (but now can't live without)
I tested many expensive tech gadgets over the past 12 months, but only these deserve a spot in your life.
Hisense's new 4K laser projector gets so bright, it makes OLED TVs look outdated
Ahead of CES 2026, the company has unveiled two new projectors with some seriously ambitious specs.
TCL's newest E Ink tablet beats the Kindle and Remarkable with this display tech
TCL's Note A1 Nxtpaper tablet will feature a full-color display at 120Hz while retaining the digital paper experience.
I gave my AirTag a 5-year battery life with this accessory - and it took just minutes to set up
An AirTag battery failure at the wrong time can leave your gear vulnerable. Elevation Lab's Time Capsule is a handy solution.
China mediated in Pakistan, India tensions: Wang Yi
China's role in the May 7-10 Operation Sindoor conflict between India and Pakistan this year came under serious scrutiny and criticism, especially the military assistance provided by Beijing to Islamabad
Everything Meta could do with its new $2 billion AI agent
Meta has struggled to compete with industry-leading AI labs like OpenAI and Anthropic. Here's how its acquisition of Chinese startup Manus could change that.
A major TV manufacturer just announced its answer to the Samsung Frame - and it's promising
The LG Gallery TV has magnetic frames and a special 'Gallery Mode' that was developed with museum curators.
This simple Linux tool lets you try multiple distros safely on one desktop - for free
With Distrobox, you can run and experiment with distributions inside containers. No virtual machine required.
This charger will allow me to finally say goodbye to alkaline batteries in 2026
The Xtar L8 Box is my dream AA/AAA battery charger - it charges eight batteries simultaneously, is compatible with both AA and AAA batteries, and runs off a USB-C charger.
Rhino Linux vs EndeavorOS: Which rolling release distro should you choose?
Two user-friendly Linux distributions with two very different bases. Here's how to decide between them.
How much RAM does your Linux PC actually need in 2025? An expert weighs in
Don't settle for the minimum - this is the RAM Linux needs to perform at its best.
Myanmar junta accuses rebels of malicious election attacks
Former civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi remains jailed, while her hugely popular party has been dissolved and was not taking part
These are hands-down the most comfortable headphones I've used, but that's not their best feature
Logitech's Zone Wireless 2 ES tones down the noisy office with some impressive ANC.
Samsung's rumored 'Brain Health' feature could alert you to early signs of dementia. Here's how
Rumors suggest that the tech giant will unveil the new health tracking feature at CES 2026.
Microsoft is far more aggressive about Rust adoption than Linux.
Iran designates Royal Canadian Navy a terrorist organisation
Iran said that the move was in reaction to Ottawa declaring the Revolutionary Guards a terror group contrary to the fundamental principles of international law
Massive Aflac breach exposed millions of SSNs and other data - get free protection today
Attackers stole a trove of sensitive data, including names, contact details, and health information. Affected customers can enroll for free protection by April 18.
I ran a battery test with the best Samsung, Google, and OnePlus phones - the winner surprised me
Among this year's top-performing Android phones, here's the model that lasted the longest in my endurance tests.
Ready for a Linux laptop? I found one that competes with my MacBook Pro
Tuxedo Computers' InfinityBook 14 Pro runs Tuxedo Linux, based on Ubuntu.
Your Samsung phone has a secret Wi-Fi menu that's highly useful - here's how to enable it
If you love Samsung's feature-packed software, this OneUI tool is your next rabbit hole to explore.
Samsung's new Wi-Fi speakers may be the sleeper hit for audio at CES 2026 - here's why
Alongside a new flagship and all-in-one soundbar, Samsung has debuted a duet of Wi-Fi-enabled smart speakers.
Indonesia sends 1,000 power generators to disaster-hit Aceh villages
Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry has distributed around 1,000 power generators with capacities ranging from 5,000 ...
Want the Samsung Frame TV? A major competitor just announced its own version
It has magnetic frames and a special 'Gallery Mode' that was developed with museum curators.
Baznas aids over 116,000 flood and landslide victims across Sumatra
The Indonesian National Alms Agency (Baznas) has carried out disaster relief efforts in affected regions across ...
Gov't outlines scenarios in emergency response period curriculum
Elementary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Muti has outlined several curriculum scenarios or phases to be ...
TCL's latest E Ink tablet gives you a full-color screen - without this one big compromise
The Note A1 Nxtpaper tablet beats Kindle and Remarkable with this display tech.
Skilled human resources key for accelerating industrialization
The Ministry of Industry has emphasized that the availability of highly skilled human resources is a key prerequisite ...
Minister stresses food prices must not be manipulated
Indonesia's Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has warned that no party should exploit the Christmas and New ...
Indonesia's police chief responds to 'no viral, no justice' criticism
Indonesias national police chief on Tuesday acknowledged growing public frustration captured in the slogan ...
Iran's government offers dialogue to protesters
President Masoud Pezeshkian said in a social media post late on Monday (December 29, 2025) that he had asked the interior minister to listen to legitimate demands of protesters
85 pct of disaster-hit schools in Aceh and Sumatra resume classes
Elementary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Muti said that 3,508 schools, or around 85 percent of the ...
Sagaing Resistance Seizes Three Budalin Strongpoints as Junta Stages Vote
Anti-regime groups launch offensive in town covered by second phase of rigged poll.
Empty Polls, Streets Filled With Soldiers as Yangon Votes Under the Gun
After five years of brutal military rule, residents of Myanmars largest city voted with their feet in the first phase of the juntas election on Sunday.
Myanmar Juntas Proxy Party Claims 80% Election Landslide
With all serious opposition politicians in jail or exile, a widespread boycott, and the process heavily rigged in the juntas favor, the USDP ratchets up a widely expected win.
Daily Quiz | On news event locations in 2025
Can you identify the locations based on the news events that unfolded in 2025?
Indonesia readies telecom monitoring for Christmas, New Year holidays
The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has readied Radio Frequency Spectrum Monitoring Centers (Balmon SFR) ...
