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Airlangga optimistic of economic rebound in second half of 2026

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto expressed optimism that Indonesias economy will ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 1:17 pm

Hong Kong eateries welcome dogs inside as city relaxes dining restrictions

A decades-old rule has been relaxed, allowing dogs in over 900 approved restaurants. Dogs must be leashed (max. 1.5 meters) and held by an adult or tied to a fixture

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 1:16 pm

Ministry targets 361,000 teachers for coding, AI training in 2026

The Indonesian Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education aims to train 361,000 teachers to strengthen their ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 1:16 pm

As U.S. turns 250, retired judges hit the road to defend judicial independence

A group of retired federal and state judges has been barnstorming through Ohio and Pennsylvania on the nations 250th anniversary to defend judicial independence and bolster the rule of law

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 1:15 pm

Australia's BBL to stage season opener in India

The opening match of next season's Big Bash League will take place in India on 12 December.

BBC 10 Jul 2026 12:41 pm

Govt targets 37,000 leprosy case detections to speed up elimination

The Indonesian government is stepping up efforts to identify an estimated 37,000 undiagnosed leprosy cases to enable ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 12:31 pm

Bali Police probe Russian national's kidnapping, crypto theft

The Bali Regional Police reported the kidnapping of a Russian citizen with the initials AI in the South Kuta area of ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 11:32 am

Tourism Ministry ramps up global promotions to boost arrivals

The Indonesian Tourism Ministry is continuing to ramp up both domestic and international tourism promotions, while ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 11:17 am

Indonesia accelerates 100 GW solar energy development

President Prabowo Subianto announced plans to build solar power plants (PLTS) with a combined capacity of 100 gigawatts ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 11:17 am

Indonesia closely monitors China's long-range ballistic missile test

Indonesia's Foreign Ministry stated that it is closely monitoring China's long-range ballistic missile test ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 10:19 am

Jatiwaringin Landfill fire successfully extinguished: BNPB

The fire that burned approximately 15 hectares at the Jatiwaringin Landfill in Tangerang, Banten, has been fully ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 10:00 am

Foreign Ministry to revitalize Asian-African Conference Museum

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is preparing for the revitalization of the Museum of the Asian-African Conference ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 9:53 am

BRIN expedition discovers new gold reserves in Papua: Prabowo

President Prabowo Subianto announced that a cross-agency expedition led by the National Research and Innovation Agency ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 8:26 am

NIPPON KINZOKU Accelerates Global Sales of Ultra-Thin Electrical Steel Strips GT Series and ST Series as Fine Eco Metal Environmentally Friendly Products

-NIPPON KINZOKU CO., LTD. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Yasushi Shimokawa; TOKYO: 5491) and its ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 6:39 am

I'm a Windows user who installed Linux for the first time - here's how the experience changed me

I put Ubuntu on an old Dell laptop to see if Linux could really replace Windows 11. See why my final destination was so worth the speed bumps.

ZDNet 10 Jul 2026 6:30 am

Project B Appoints Former NBA Player and Executive Landry Fields as Head of Men's Basketball

-Project B, the high-stakes global basketball competition built for the next generation of athletes and fans, today ...

Antara News 10 Jul 2026 6:19 am

Syria says it arrested suspects behind the Damascus bombings during Macrons visit

Last week, an explosive device detonated in a cafe near Damascus main judicial complex, killing at least 10 people and wounding more than 20

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 4:19 am

OpenAI's GPT-5.6 and ChatGPT Work aim to beat Anthropic on price, speed, and productivity

OpenAI's latest announcement looks like a lot more than a model upgrade.

ZDNet 10 Jul 2026 1:56 am

England seal first T20 series victory over India

England seal their first-ever T20 series victory over India as their opponents suffer a record fifth straight defeat in completed 20-over matches.

BBC 10 Jul 2026 1:49 am

I tested ChatGPT's Live Voice upgrade, and it almost felt human - how to try it

The latest GPT Live Voice models can listen, speak, and conduct online research all at the same time. Does it feel like you're talking with a real person? Almost.

ZDNet 10 Jul 2026 12:21 am

Best Buy is selling a 70-inch Insignia TV for just $350 - why I recommend it

Upgrade your home theater with a big-screen Insignia F50 for less than $400 right now at Best Buy.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 11:44 pm

This iPhone bug won't let me save cropped screenshots - but I found a fix

My cropped iPhone screenshots kept reverting to the full image, revealing details I tried to hide. And that's a problem.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 10:46 pm

Indonesia eyes new spectrum allocation for future 6G networks

The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has stated that Indonesia needs additional frequency spectrum to ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 9:30 pm

LG is giving away free soundbars with this projector - how to get one

Upgrade your entire home theater at once with this LG CineBeam Q and soundbar bundle.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 9:30 pm

The best digital notebooks of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

I went hands-on with the best smart notebooks to see which ones actually make it easier to capture ideas without paper clutter.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 9:04 pm

Your Tenda router could have a hidden firmware backdoor - disable this setting ASAP

Until Tenda patches the backdoor to its popular routers, you have one defense option.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 8:38 pm

I found an Android launcher so good that I don't miss Nova anymore

After spending just 5 minutes with Octopi, I made it my default home screen launcher - it's that perfect! There are free and Pro versions.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 8:30 pm

Prabowo wants farmers to benefit most from B50 program

President Prabowo Subianto said on Thursday Indonesia's palm oil farmers must be the biggest beneficiaries of the ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 8:30 pm

The best 15-inch laptops of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Looking for a new 15-inch laptop? We've tested the best ones this year from Apple, Lenovo, Asus, and Samsung.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 8:11 pm

RI to build methanol industries to support B50 biodiesel program

Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced that the government will build a methanol ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 8:02 pm

This TP-Link solar camera is so easy to install - and beats my Ring in image quality

The TP-Link Tapo C465 is a wireless security camera with a built-in solar panel for power, and it doesn't require a subscription.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 7:51 pm

West Java offers six strategic projects to ASEAN investors

The West Java provincial government has offered six strategic projects to investors from Malaysia and other ASEAN ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 7:47 pm

I've used Linux for 30 years - here's how I'd rank DistroWatch's top 10

DistroWatch says these are the top Linux distros. I say this order is better.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 7:44 pm

Indonesia plans to turn diesel surplus into jet fuel to end imports

Indonesia plans to convert a projected domestic diesel surplus into aviation turbine fuel (avtur) as part of a broader ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 7:21 pm

Indonesia launches carbon registry to accelerate carbon trading

Indonesia officially launched the Carbon Unit Registration System (SRUK) to strengthen governance and accelerate carbon ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 7:05 pm

Indonesia urges US, Iran to de-escalate amid heavy military strikes

Indonesia urged the United States and Iran to exercise maximum restraint and pursue de-escalation following a series of ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:54 pm

Indonesia's MSME Minister urges modern retail, small stores to coexist

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Minister Maman Abdurrahman emphasized that modern retail chains, ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:45 pm

I gave Claude Cowork 7 non-coding jobs, and it earned a spot in my toolbox

Claude Cowork is brilliant, unnerving, and far more useful than I expected.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 6:24 pm

Carbon trading to benefit grassroots communities: Forestry Minister

Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni stated that communities, through social forestry and customary forest schemes, have ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:02 pm

Bahlil Lahadalia says B50 biodiesel safe for Asian and European cars

Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia assured the public of the quality of B50 biodiesel, which ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 5:45 pm

Why Indonesia's EV push is about more than just electric cars

based batteries, instead of nickel manganese cobalt (NMC). LFP's market share has reached approximately 50 percent ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 5:38 pm

Jakarta to host the World Museum Conference at the end of 2026

Jakarta is set to host a conference on museums through the International Council of Museums, Committee for Education ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 5:04 pm

I tested Norton Antivirus for six weeks - and its biggest strength wasn't what I expected

After decades in the cybersecurity space, Norton remains one of the most capable antivirus suites thanks to its powerful security tools.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 5:00 pm

Tensions erupt in West Bengal after 11-year-old raped and murdered

A child's rape and murder - and the subsequent killing of a suspect - has snowballed into a political row.

BBC 9 Jul 2026 4:39 pm

RI sends high-level delegation to honor Iran's late Supreme Leader

A high-level Indonesian delegation led by Foreign Minister Sugiono and Speaker of the People's Consultative ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 4:30 pm

BrahMos deal boosts Indonesia's defense industry: Lemhannas

The cooperation between Indonesia and India in procuring BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles serves as a strategic ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 4:24 pm

Prabowo rolls out B50 biodiesel program to boost energy sovereignty

President Prabowo Subianto officially launched the mandatory 50 percent biodiesel (B50) program in West Java on ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 4:13 pm

Indonesia to expand coconut, CPO exports to Lebanon: minister

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman announced plans to expand the export potential of Indonesian coconut and crude ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 4:13 pm

Indonesia's Megawati receives Timor-Leste's highest state honor

Former Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri received Timor-Lestes highest civilian honor on Thursday, ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 4:12 pm

Indonesia sends padel team to Spain ahead of Asian Games debut

Indonesia is sending eight padel athletes to Spain for an intensive training camp as part of its final preparations for ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 4:05 pm

Sumenep expands tourism villages to support local economy

Indonesia's Sumenep District is expanding its tourism village program to 50 villages to boost local economies and ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 3:59 pm

Indonesia releases 21 rescued green sea turtles into Bali waters

The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has released 21 green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) back into the ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 3:34 pm

Best blood pressure watches: I tested the top models that actually work

I tested some of the top blood pressure watches available, and considered medical research and current FDA guidance, to help you choose the best one for your needs.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 3:30 pm

Indonesia's IPO momentum reflects robust investment climate: Airlangga

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said the continued flow of initial public offerings ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 3:21 pm

Lahadalia said B50 to save US$9.35 billion in forex

Indonesia's Minister of Energy and Mineral ResourcesBahlil Lahadaliasaidthe implementation of the ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 2:39 pm

Indonesia foils nearly 3 kg gold smuggling bid to Malaysia

A joint team comprising Banda Aceh Customs and Excise and several other agencies arrested a Chinese national identified ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 2:38 pm

The best malware removal software of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Think your device is infected? Try out our favorite software to remove malware and restore your security.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 2:30 pm

Microsoft's new Windows 11 recovery tool is the ultimate Undo button - how to enable it

After a CrowdStrike update caused millions of Windows PCs worldwide to crash in July 2024, Microsoft announced the Windows Resiliency Initiative. The new Point-in-time Restore feature is a key part of that.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 2:30 pm

I overhauled my WFH office - these 5 gadgets made the cut (including a cheap cord wrangler)

After moving and obtaining a new health diagnosis, I made a few changes to my WFH setup. Here's what changed (and why).

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 2:30 pm

Garuda empowers youth eradicate poverty

An Indonesian government initiative programme, called Movement for Excellent and Empowered Youth Organisations ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 2:18 pm

Ministry pushes for talent, infrastructure boost to build sovereign AI

Indonesia must urgently develop a parallel ecosystem of elite digital talent and robust computing infrastructure to ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 2:09 pm

I use Android Auto in my living room now - and it solves ones of my biggest productivity problems

My new favorite use of Android Auto happens outside my car. Here's why.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 1:31 pm

Govt consider to raise lecturers' salary

Indonesia's Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology said it is mulling over the proposal to raise ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 1:11 pm

Indonesia warns 22 platform operators to immediately register

The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has issued written warnings to 22 digital platform ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 12:49 pm

Dengue vaccine shows ability to address infectious diseases: BPOM

The Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) stated that the launch of an mRNA-based dengue vaccine prototype ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 12:11 pm

Indonesian military joins 2026 RIMPAC to reinforce regional stability

Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to regional security and stability in the Indo-Pacific by deploying troops to ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 12:03 pm

Conservation on Prambanan creating world-class destination

Indonesian state-owned enterprises holding company in aviation and tourism, InJourney, views the collaboration between ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 11:55 am

Bali waste-to-energy project to boost tourism, minister says

Indonesia is accelerating construction of the Greater Denpasar waste-to-energy plant to strengthen Bali's tourism ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 10:40 am

Pertamina Pride confirmed cross Strait of Hormuz

PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) announcedtheir very large crude carrier (VLCC) tanker ofPertamina ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 9:29 am

Indonesia's rice price index remains under control, Bapanas

Indonesia's National Food Agency (Bapanas) has assured the rice Price Development Index remains under control in ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 9:15 am

Iran chief negotiator says Hormuz strait to open only under Iranian arrangements

The United States still has not learned that bullying and breaking its promises no longer come without consequences; let me be clear: If you strike, you will be struck, said Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 8:14 am

Prabowo hosts former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra at Jakarta residence

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto hosted former Thai Prime Minister (20012006) Thaksin Shinawatra and his ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 8:02 am

West Asia war LIVE: Missile alerts sound in Bahrain and Qatar after U.S. launches new round of airstrikes against Iran

The action raised fears that the war in Iran could reignite, coming just a day after the U.S. military hit a variety of military sites and port facilities following Iran's targeting of several merchant vessels off the coast of Oman.

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 7:10 am

Pertamina's offshore well beats output goal by more than double

PT Pertamina Hulu Energi Offshore North West Java (PHE ONWJ) said a newly drilled offshore oil well is producing 780 ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:51 am

Indonesia to date Meratus cave art in Australia's lab tests

South Kalimantan's Regional Research and Innovation Agency (Brida) and Indonesia's National Research and ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:49 am

Indonesia's military to guard high-risk airstrips in Papua

Indonesia's Joint Regional Defense Command III (Kogabwilhan III) is preparing to deploy military personnel to ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:48 am

Minister aims for domestic production of 15 vaccine antigens by 2029

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin sets a target for Indonesia to domestically manufacture all 15 vaccine antigens ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:34 am

Minister targets domestic production of 15 vaccine antigens by 2029

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin sets a target for Indonesia to domestically manufacture all 15 vaccine antigens ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:33 am

InJourney: PM Modi's visit to attract Indian tourists to Prambanan

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Indonesia's Prambanan Temple could boost arrivals from India by ...

Antara News 9 Jul 2026 6:15 am

U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit 'hard'

Both the United States and Iran said they had hit dozens of targets in the initial wave of attacks

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 3:09 am

'I'm not a programmer' anymore: Linus Torvalds on the only two tools he uses now

At the Open Source Summit in Mumbai, Torvalds discusses the pain and power of AI in the kernel, and why Linux no longer supports 'museum' technology.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 2:39 am

I replaced my Sonos home theater with this Sony system - here's why innovation is king

Sony's Bravia Theater Trio arrives in a unique form and doesn't let traditional home theater rules hinder its performance.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 1:22 am

Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED for nearly 50% off right now - and I highly recommend it

It may be a generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price.

ZDNet 9 Jul 2026 1:04 am

Prisoners of violence: On Sri Lankas prison riots

Sri Lanka must do more to uphold order, prevent crowding within its prisons

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 12:17 am

Drone strikes on civilian vehicles kill at least 20 in Sudan, rights groups say

The group said that the strike was deliberate and carried out using a guided drone and called for the international community to pressure RSF leadership to stop targeting civilians

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 11:06 pm

IBM and Red Hat launch Lightwell to defend open-source code from AI attacks

Their plan to protect open-source projects from AI-discovered security holes has led to the launch of two commercial offerings: Lightwell Network and Lightwell Clearinghouse Premier.

ZDNet 8 Jul 2026 10:56 pm

I tried DuckDuckGo's new video player, and it blocks YouTube ads for free

Even as Chrome is killing ad blockers, DuckDuckGo's new video player now blocks ads by default on YouTube and elsewhere. Duck Player is available for MacOS, Windows, Android, and iOS.

ZDNet 8 Jul 2026 9:44 pm

Tony Blair visit signals global confidence in Danantara

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair's visit to Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, on Tuesday, ...

Antara News 8 Jul 2026 8:47 pm

I tried Claude Cowork on my Gmail inbox after Gemini choked - and it saved me hours of work

Gmail's AI failed at a nuanced research task, but Claude Cowork found the right pitches, quotes, and permissions, proving connected AI assistants may finally help tackle some aspects of email overload.

ZDNet 8 Jul 2026 8:39 pm

Indonesia-China mRNA dengue vaccine to boost global health: BPOM

The Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) said an mRNA-based dengue vaccine developed by the University of Indonesia ...

Antara News 8 Jul 2026 8:33 pm