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Multiple arrests as FBI disrupts planned attacks targeting White House UFC show, director says

The nature of the potential threat was not immediately disclosed, with additional details expected to be released once charges are unsealed later

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 7:17 pm

5.5 magnitude earthquake rattles Tokyo region; no danger of tsunami

There have been no reports of damage or injuries from the temblor so far, the Fire and Disaster Management Agency said

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 7:08 pm

U.K.s Reeves says she hopes to avoid raising tax before next budget

British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves also signalled a further uplift in defence spending in the government's Defence Investment Plan, due to be published before NATO's summit in July

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 5:03 pm

7 cost-efficient ways I made my TV sound a lot better (no soundbar required)

Getting great sound from your TV doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. These are my expert-vetted audio tweaks.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 4:45 pm

Fiscal discipline key to sustaining rupiah, JCI rally: INDEF

Indonesia must maintain strict fiscal discipline and regulatory certainty to lock in a recent rally in its currency and ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 4:25 pm

I tested a Bluetooth tracker that leverages LoRa mesh networks to find things - and it's so accurate

Seeed Studio's SenseCAP T1000-E tracker card also doesn't use cell towers or Wi-Fi. Here's how.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 4:00 pm

Get Audible for 3 months totally free - here's how

Audible's Prime Day deal is now live - and you'll be glad you tried it. Here's what to know.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 3:30 pm

President Donald in mid-July: U.S. Embassy

The announcement comes during a visit by the U.S. special presidential envoy to Iraq, Tom Barrack, to Baghdad

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 3:13 pm

Peter Pellegrini to be Slovakias President as ex-Foreign Minister Ivan Korcok concedes defeat

Mr. Pellegrini, 48, who favors a strong role for the State, heads the left-wing Hlas (Voice) party that finished third in the vote and joined a governing coalition with Mr. Fico and the ultranationalist Slovak National Party

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 3:08 pm

India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concerns

The NEET exam had earlier been scrapped over allegations of a paper leak, sparking massive protests.

BBC 16 Jun 2026 2:53 pm

Taiwan fires rockets in Chinas direction from a U.S.-supplied mobile launching system in drill

The HIMARS was the centerpiece of the drill and after receiving a firing order, the vehicles maneuvered into position and launched their rockets with bright flashes within three minutes, demonstrating their mobility

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 2:07 pm

U.S.-Iran deal: Iranian FM Araghchi says end of war includes end of Israel's occupation of Lebanon

Iranian state television quoted the top official making the comment to foreign diplomats in a briefing. It did not air the remarks, but put them in an on-screen graphic

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 2:05 pm

Hundreds rally in Taipei over defence spending cuts

The Taipei protest was organised by several human rights and pro-independence groups, who waved flags and shouted slogans in support of defence spending

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 2:04 pm

Taiwan's Parliament approves $25 billion defence spending bill

Taiwanese lawmakers have been at loggerheads over how much to spend on improving defence capabilities against a potential attack by China, which claims the island is part of its territory and has threatened to seize it forcibly.

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 2:03 pm

C Sulawesi launches emergency response after M6.7 quake hits Palu

Central Sulawesi Governor Anwar Hafid has ordered emergency response measures after a magnitude-6.7 tectonic earthquake ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 1:49 pm

Maluku explores education, tourism cooperation with France

Maluku Governor Hendrik Lewerissa and French Ambassador to Indonesia Fabien Penone discussed strengthening cooperation ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 1:25 pm

HIPMI backs deeper Indonesia-Germany trade and investment ties

The Indonesian Young Entrepreneurs Association (HIPMI) underscored Germanys role as one of Indonesias ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 1:15 pm

India seeks rare earth samples from Rosneft-owned Siberian deposit, source says

India is keen to study the mineral composition of the deposit before considering deeper engagement, said the source, who has knowledge of the matter and spoke on the condition of anonymity as the discussions are confidential

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 1:12 pm

Moscow oil refinery damaged in Ukrainian drone attack: Mayor

The plant, Gazpromneft refinery, processed 11.6 million tonnes of oil, producing 2.9 million tonnes of petrol and 3.2 million tonnes of diesel in 2024

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 1:11 pm

'Dancing girl's' bare torso restored in Indian textbook after backlash

A picture in a new school textbook had covered up the naked torso of the famous figurine with dark shading.

BBC 16 Jun 2026 12:35 pm

Indonesia allocates Rp9.7 trillion for village electrification in 2027

Indonesia's Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources will allocate Rp9.7 trillion (approximately US$548 million) in ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 12:29 pm

BGN to fully audit free meal kitchens during school holidays

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) will conduct a full audit on kitchens supplying meals forFree Nutritious Meal ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 12:16 pm

What is the B-52 bomber that crashed at a U.S. air base in California?

The B-52 bomber, capable of carrying a wide range of weapons including bombs and cruise missiles, has a wingspan of about 185 feet and a length of 159 feet

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:13 pm

Tesla presented misleading Full Self-Driving safety data to European regulators

Regulators in other European countries have been inundated by drivers citing Teslas safety statistics and urging swift approval of FSD, emails showed

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:08 pm

Magnitude 6.7 earthquake rattles Central Sulawesi's Palu

A 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck Palu City in Central Sulawesi on Tuesday at 11:27 a.m. local time, the Indonesian ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 11:16 am

Trump tells Iran team to skip FIFA World Cup for 'their own life and safety'

Iranian athletes and coaches are exempt from the travel ban Mr. Trump imposed against their country last June

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:10 am

G7 Summit Day 1 LIVE: G7 leaders open summit talks on Ukraine and West Asia as Zelenskyy joins in France

PM Modi is expected to meet Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:10 am

EU tech chief says Europe 'not a security risk' after U.S. AI order

Anthropic said Friday that the US Department of Commerce had ordered it to suspend its Mythos 5 and Fable 5 models for ational security reasons

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:08 am

Prabowo underscores importance of Indonesia-Germany cooperation

President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership between Indonesia and Germany ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 10:54 am

Indonesia studies prescribed burning to curb wildfires

Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is studying the use of prescribed burning in certain ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 9:28 am

Last Chance to Be a Part of K-Startup Grand Challenge 2026, Application Closes on June 17

-While most acceleration programs offer exposure,KSGC 2026delivers something harder to find: actual ...

Antara News 16 Jun 2026 4:21 am

What the robot mower brands aren't telling you about their specs - and which ones are actually useful

Robot mowers aren't one-size-fits-all devices - many have overhyped specs you don't even need. Here's my advice after years of testing.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 12:55 am

25,000 miles later, my favorite Apple CarPlay apps remain functional, reliable, and mostly free

I drove over 25,000 miles in the past year alone with CarPlay running in the background. These apps made every ride easy.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 12:40 am

How to download the iOS 27 developer beta (and which iPhone models support it)

Apple's WWDC 2026 was full of updates for the overall iPhone user experience - here's how you can try iOS 27 early for free.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 11:34 pm

6 Android Auto apps I wish I discovered sooner, because they make driving much easier

If you're only using Android Auto for basic navigation and music, you're missing out on some useful add-ons.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 11:33 pm

Your TV's RS-232 port is a seriously useful automation tool - how to unlock its full potential

The RS-232 serial port on your smart TV isn't just for professional diagnostics. Here's how to unlock it for more advanced programming.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 11:30 pm

How much RAM does your PC need in 2026? My advice after using Windows and Mac for years

Considering a PC upgrade, but not sure about how much RAM to buy? Here's how I make that decision in the current climate.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 11:03 pm

5 best Prime Day Anker deals: Chargers, power stations, and more we recommend

Our editors love Anker products for their reliability and affordability - especially when they're on sale for Prime Day.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 10:35 pm

Qatar backs Indonesias growth agenda with $4 billion commitment

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto received a courtesy call from Qatar's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 9:40 pm

Mental resilience key for Indonesian youth in facing AI era: Minister

Minister of Population and Family Development (BKKBN) Wihaji stated that mental resilience is the key for Indonesian ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 9:31 pm

Solid-state vs. graphene heat dissipation: Why my portable battery of choice is easy

The Momax Q.Mag X is one of the more reliable wireless battery packs I've tried, thanks to its enhanced heat dissipation.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 9:15 pm

This curved Samsung monitor is perfect for a WFH setup - and it's on sale

Ahead of Prime Day, Samsung's highly rated 27-inch Essential S3 curved monitor has dropped back down to the lowest price of the year.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 8:56 pm

Container made it easy to run Linux on my MacBook - here's how I set it up

If you're looking to get into developing for Linux, but you prefer using a Mac as your developer tool of choice, there's a new command-line tool that you should definitely look into.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 8:49 pm

ANTARA, Xinhua explore expanding commercial cooperation

The state-owned company, ANTARA News Agency, is exploring expanding its media cooperation with the Chinese news agency, ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 8:47 pm

Indonesia eyes global wellness leadership through jamu industry

Creative Economy Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya stated that traditional Indonesian herbal medicine, jamu, as a national ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 8:39 pm

Unand researcher develops breakthrough low-energy wastewater treatment

Zulkarnaini, a researcher and lecturer in the Environmental Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Andalas ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 8:16 pm

Indonesia kicks off 2026 economic census

Statistics Indonesia (BPS) has designated Southeast Sulawesi Province as the launch site for the simultaneous ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 7:25 pm

G7 Summit 2026 begins in vian: Key leaders, dates, and venue details

World leaders have convened at vian-les-Bains, France, for the 52nd G7 Summit, amid heightened geopolitical tensions following a historic peace deal between the United States and Iran.

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 7:15 pm

Android already has these 4 iOS 27 features - but I wish it'd steal these 2 next

If you're a believer in 'Android had it first,' wait until you see iOS 27.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 7:04 pm

Windows Subsystem for Linux 3 gives developers a compelling reason to stick with Microsoft - here's why

WSL 3 makes staying on Windows easier, especially for developers building or running Linux-based AI, container, or dev workloads.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 6:51 pm

Google Maps vs. Waze: I've driven 100+ miles with the two best navigation apps - this one's better

Waze is ideal for quick reroutes and real-time alerts, while Google Maps offers deeper Gemini integration and more features. Here's my choice.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 6:47 pm

Minister proposes raising subsidized diesel quota for 2027

Indonesias energy minister proposed on Monday increasing the country's subsidized diesel quota to between ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 6:47 pm

Indonesia's future depends on strong maritime defense: Minister

Minister of National Development Planning (Bappenas) Rachmat Pambudy said that strengthening maritime defense strength ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 6:42 pm

This 15-in-1 docking station did more than add ports - it finally brought order to my desk

The Baseus Spacemate RD1 Pro has unique features that make it the centerpiece of a modern workstation.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

I installed a $17 solar panel onto my doorbell camera, and it's easily my best smart home investment

I didn't think that this would work, but the EverExceed 5V solar panel has done wonders for my security cameras.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 6:15 pm

Foreign investors rush Into Indonesian stocks after market sell-off

Head of the Danantara Investment Management Agency, Rosan Roeslani, stated that a 40 percent correction in the ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 6:11 pm

Steinmeier stresses Germany-Indonesia partnership amid world conflicts

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier emphasized the importance of the partnership between Germany and Indonesia ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 6:10 pm

Why Anthropic suddenly pulled Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for everyone

Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 are gone. The reason? A US government directive.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 5:51 pm

I've reviewed every PDF editor out there - then I had ChatGPT build me a better one

The smartest way to use AI may not be letting it interact with your files, but asking it to write software that handles them safely.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 5:50 pm

US investors lead rush for Danantara's debut $1.5 billion global bonds

BPI Danantara, Indonesias newly formed sovereign wealth fund, has reported strong international investor ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 5:28 pm

Indonesia to host second Indonesia-Germany JEIC meeting this year

Indonesia is set to host the second Indonesia-Germany Joint Economic and Investment Committee (JEIC) meeting later this ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 5:18 pm

How I used Airtable to audit and fix my food habits for $12/month - and it paid off big time

I turned my daily meal planning into a simple database system, reducing food stress, grocery confusion, and last-minute takeout temptations without counting calories, macros, or points.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 5:15 pm

Pakistan will host signing ceremony of peace deal between U.S. and Iran in Switzerland: PM Shehbaz

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif termed the deal between the U.S. and Iran as a historic milestone of peace, hailing the new dawn that emerged as after three months and 16 days of tireless efforts

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 5:02 pm

Norway oil industry maintenance workers launch strike

The Norwegian Union of Energy Workers (SAFE) said 154 oil service workers would go on strike as of 10:00 am (0800 GMT) on Monday (June 15, 2026), and another 224 would join on Thursday (June 18, 2026).

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 5:00 pm

Indonesia regain access to EU aquaculture market

Indonesia has regained access to the European aquaculture market after being included in the latest list of countries ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 4:28 pm

How much I saved on electricity after months of using backyard solar panels - and my most effective setup

I've been using Anker's Solix F3800 Plus 820W solar setup at home, and here's the best way to reduce the electricity bill with it.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 4:18 pm

Indonesia targets high-quality investment to fuel economic growth

The Indonesian government is striving to attract high-quality investment inflows that yield a tangible impact on the ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 4:13 pm

Germany sees Indonesia as a key pillar of stability in ASEAN

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier described Indonesia as an important pillar of stability within the ASEAN ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 4:05 pm

Indonesia's state railway operator prepares full transition to B50

State-owned railway operator PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) is finalizing operational adjustments to transition its ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 3:53 pm

Indonesia to maintain fiscal stability while funding key 2027 programs

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has pledged to maintain Indonesias fiscal stability heading into 2027, ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 3:35 pm

Indonesia, Germany push for stronger economic partnership, investment

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier held a bilateral meeting at ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 3:18 pm

Indonesia, German seek deeper ties amid global uncertainty

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto expressed appreciation to German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier for his visit ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 3:09 pm

Indonesia, Germany agree on high-tech, nursing job partnership

President Prabowo Subianto agreed to strengthen labor partnerships in the high-technology sector and nursing field when ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 2:48 pm

Prabowo urges Germany to support IEU-CEPA finalization

President Prabowo Subianto has requested Germanys active support to expedite the finalization of the ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 2:34 pm

Asia's young leaders Flow as One in Cebu for the Hitachi Young Leaders Initiative 2026

Young changemakers gather in Cebu to spark shared solutions Cebu,Philippines,June 10, ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 2:29 pm

Indonesia, Germany reaffirm support for UN Charter

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier reaffirmed Germanys commitment to working with Indonesia to uphold the ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 2:22 pm

Prabowo invites Germany to play more active role for global stability

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has invited the German government to play a more active role in international ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 2:01 pm

ToolGen Opens Advanced Field Testing Facility in Osong, Completing 'Bench-to-Field' Commercialization Platform

ToolGen, Inc.(CEO Dr. Jong-Sang Ryu, KOSDAQ: 199800), a pioneer in CRISPR-Cas9 genome-editing technology, ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 1:48 pm

Indonesia targets 313 public service malls nationwide by mid-year

The Indonesian government announced plans to operate 313 public service malls (MPPs) nationwide by mid-2026 to improve ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 1:37 pm

Jakarta promotes green investment at World Cities Summit

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung attended the World Cities Summit (WCS) 2026 in Singapore from June 14 to 16, promoting ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 1:22 pm

Defence Minister says Israel wont withdraw from land seized in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza

Katz said Israel plans to stay indefinitely in lands it holds in Lebanon, as well as Syria and the Gaza Strip; Iran has tied the interim deal over the war to halting Israel's attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon.

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 1:14 pm

British PM announces ban on social media for under-16s

Keir Starmer said that the government will ban access to social media for all children under the age of 16

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 1:07 pm

CMES Indonesia International Machine Tool Exhibition 2026 Debuts Sept. 3-5 in Jakarta

Following the outstanding success of its Vietnam debut in 2025, CMES expands to Indonesia with the inauguralCMES ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 1:07 pm

Russia says carried out massive strike on military sites in Kyiv

Ukrainian air force said that Russia launched 70 missiles and 611 drones, mainly targeting the capital, adding that Ukrainian air defence units had downed 50 missiles and 582 drones

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 1:04 pm

Indonesia pushes for adaptive workforce to meet industry needs

Deputy Minister of Manpower Afriansyah Noor highlighted the need for a competent, adaptive, and job-ready workforce to ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 12:59 pm

QuettaFlow Technologies Strengthens Global Strategic Alliance

QuettaFlow Technologies Pte Ltd marked an important milestone atCOMPUTEX Taipei 2026, strengthening its ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 12:50 pm

Chinese Ancestor Emperor Yan's Hometown Suizhou Holds Worship Ceremony

On the morning of June 11 (the 26th day of the fourth lunar month, the birthday of Emperor Yan),agrand ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 12:38 pm

Sekolah Rakyat construction reaches 78 pct nationwide: Minister

Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo said that the average construction progress of Sekolah Rakyat projects across ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 12:32 pm

Indonesia's Prabowo, Germany's Steinmeier meet in Jakarta

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier held a one-on-one meeting at the ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 11:58 am

Prabowo, Steinmeier seek stronger Indonesia-Germany ties

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto personally welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at the Merdeka ...

Antara News 15 Jun 2026 11:32 am