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Trump calls EU fine on X 'nasty one', says Europe going in 'bad directions'
Europe is going in some bad directions, Mr. Trump told reporters at a White House event, saying he expected to get a full report on the EU fine later on Monday.
This portable power bank is irreplaceable for me, and it has less to do with the capacity
The Nitecore NB Plus is thin, lightweight, water-resistant, and resilient against cold, heat, and knocks.
Your Google Wallet just got a truly helpful travel upgrade - here's how to set it up
The features are designed to make sure you have easier access to important passes and information.
The tablet that made me put away my iPad and Kindle has a worthy successor - and it's on sale
The TCL Nxtpaper 11 Plus is a well-rounded Android tablet that delivers reliable everyday performance at an accessible price.
Verizon will give you a free Nintendo Switch ahead of the holidays - here's how to qualify
Verizon's Black Friday deals for home internet include your choice of a free Nintendo Switch, Samsung TV, or Samsung tablet. Here's what to know.
ChatGPT saves the average worker nearly an hour each day, says OpenAI - here's how
The company is stepping up its efforts to attract enterprise customers amid growing competition from Google and Anthropic.
Myanmar election should be free, fair and inclusive: India
Nusron Wahid vows to protect farmland in post-disaster Sumatra
Indonesias Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning (ATR)/National Land Agency (BPN) Head Nusron ...
China vows to defend sovereignty over Taiwan as Trump unveils security strategy
Taiwan is the first red line that must not be crossed in China-U.S. relations and China brooks no external interference, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said
Gemini vs. Copilot: I tested the AI tools on 7 everyday tasks, and it wasn't even close
Microsoft is building Copilot into every product it owns, while Google is integrating its Gemini LLM tool into all of its properties. To determine which tool is better, I came up with seven challenges.
Ministry plans state land use for Sumatran disaster victims: Nusron
Indonesias Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning Nusron Wahid said on Monday the ministry is ready ...
GoTyme Bank Launches Crypto Trading in the Philippines in Partnership with Alpaca
-GoTyme Bank, the fastest-growing bank in the Philippines and a joint venture between the Gokongwei Group and Tyme ...
Snap vs. Flatpak: How to decide which Linux package manager is right for you
It's a debate Linux users love to argue over, and there's no easy answer - but here's my take.
RI Govt plans major land-use revisions in flood-hit Sumatra
Indonesias Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning Nusron Wahid said on Monday that the land-use plans ...
50+ Windows keyboard shortcuts every user should know (and improves productivity)
Keyboard shortcuts can supercharge your workflow - if you know what they are. Here are the ones I recommend to every Windows user.
Should you run Linux straight from a USB? I tried it, and here's my expert advice
Thanks to the flexibility of Linux, it's possible to run the OS directly from a USB drive, but is that the right approach? Here are the pros and cons.
The best Bluetooth trackers of 2025: Our top picks to keep tabs on your stuff
The best Bluetooth trackers make it easy to know the location of your essentials at work, home, and school. These are our favorites, many of which are on sale for Black Friday.
RI Govt sends intern doctors, repairs hospitals in disaster-hit Aceh
Indonesias Health Ministry is prioritizing repairs to damaged hospitals in Aceh and mobilizing intern doctors ...
My favorite power bank for traveling just became irreplaceable with this durability upgrade
The Nitecore NB Plus is thin, lightweight, water-resistant, and shrugs off the cold, heat, and knocks.
Pertamina-Rosneft Tuban Refinery decision expected mid-December: govt
Indonesias Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said a decision on whether state-owned oil ...
RI Govt targets graduation of 400,000 families from social aid
Indonesias Social Affairs Ministry aims to help at least 400,000 beneficiary families become economically ...
Forget burner phones - you can join this new carrier with just a ZIP code (no ID necessary)
Privacy-first Phreeli says it won't collect, sell, or share customer data. Here's why.
RI Govt exempts tuition for students hit by Sumatra floods
Indonesias Higher Education Ministry will waive tuition fees for one to two semesters for students affected by ...
RI Govt ensures aid for women, children in flood-hit Sumatra
Minister of Womens Empowerment and Child Protection Arifatul Choiri Fauzi said on Monday that the needs of women ...
Timor Leste PM meets Yogyakarta Sultan to bolster cultural ties
Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmo met Sultan Hamengku Buwono X, Governor of Indonesias Special ...
Sumatra schools struggle to resume classes after floods, landslides
The Indonesian Education Ministry reported that schools in 52 districts across Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra ...
This new Linux platform will let you update your next car at home - as soon as 2027
Toyota, Honda, and Mazda are building a new open-source car platform that runs everything from entertainment to navigation - and could even power self-driving.
Myanmar Junta Boss Says Military Will Remain in Politics Until EAOs Disappear
Observers say the junta chiefs claim that the military will eventually exit politics is meaningless in a system engineered to preserve its dominance.
Govt deploys doctors to Sumatra in post-disaster health response
Indonesias Ministry of Health has begun deploying intern doctors and medical specialists from ministry-owned ...
The 40 best products we tested in 2025: Editors' picks for phones, TVs, AI, and more
After a year of testing the top hardware and software, here's ZDNET's list of 2025 winners.
I replaced Chrome with a local AI browser on my Pixel and it's almost too good to be free
Puma works on iPhone and Android, providing you with private, local AI directly in your mobile browser.
Floods - Education budget revised to accelerate recovery of schools
Indonesias Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is revising its 2026 budget to accelerate recovery of ...
From GPT to Claude to Gemini, model names change fast, but use cases matter more. Here's how I choose the best model for the task at hand.
I rediscovered my longtime Linux favorite - thanks to a spin I didn't see coming
MX Moksha is the new kid on the block - one that offers a unique desktop environment that's flexible and fun to use.
Benin coup leader's location, fate of hostages unknown after failed takeover
The Economic Community of West African States, the organisation representing the regional bloc of nations, said on Dec 7 that it had deployed a standby force to Benin to help preserve democracy.
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs chief Tom Fletcher has called for radical transformation of aid by reducing bureaucracy, boosting efficiency and giving more power to local groups
Over 4,200 rescued in Aceh, search for 62 missing continues: Basarnas
Indonesias Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas) has rescued 4,271 people across 17 Aceh districts following major ...
RI Govt mobilizes emergency kitchens for isolated Aceh Tamiang
Indonesias Ministry of Womens Empowerment and Child Protection (PPPA) has urged free nutritious meal ...
RI Govt vows to expand disability-friendly health centers
On National Health Day, Indonesias Ministry of Health pledged to expand disability-friendly community health ...
West Sumatra to rehabilitate 25,000 hectares of flood-damaged land
The West Sumatra government is prioritizing the rehabilitation of 25,000 hectares of flood-hit agricultural land to ...
Aceh deploys elephants to clear flood debris in Pidie Jaya
Acehs Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) is deploying four trained elephants to help remove wood ...
No Christmas homecoming: Families mourn victims of Goa nightclub fire
Twenty-five people were killed in a fire at a nightclub in India's Goa early on Sunday.
Twenty eight university hubs deployed for Sumatra disaster response
Indonesias Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology has assigned 28 universities to act as ...
Indonesia to fund full repair of roads, bridges in West Sumatra floods
The Indonesian government will cover all costs to repair roads and bridges damaged by recent flash floods in Malalak, ...
Washington Rediscovers Myanmars Chaotic Borderlands
Like British colonial pacification campaigns, and modern-day crackdowns, the new US strike force targets a borderland that has long attracted aggressive interventions.
Southwest Papua marks anniversary with progress report, new targets
Southwest Papua Governor Elisa Kambu outlined the provinces achievements on its third anniversary on Monday, ...
RI Govt targets year-end completion of Sumatra disaster response
Indonesias Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology aims to complete emergency response efforts for ...
Indonesia denies hoax claiming free meals to be replaced with cash aid
The Indonesian government dismissed claims that Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa proposed replacing food under the ...
Govt readies Rp75.9 bln fund for flood-affected students, lecturers
The Indonesian Government has allocated a budget of $4.4 million (Rp75.9 billion) to cover the living expenses of ...
Dreading AI job cuts? 5 ways to future-proof your career - before it's too late
Evidence suggests emerging technology is impacting the job market, but there are ways to ensure you're prepared for the hit.
The best personal finance apps in 2025: Expert tested
ZDNET tested the best personal finance apps to help you stick to a budget and plan your financial future.
BMKG warns of extreme weather in North Sumatra, Dec 8-15
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has warned residents to remain alert for potential extreme ...
Scam Centers Flooding Myawaddy Town After Myanmar Junta Crackdown
Residents say transnational online fraud operations have relocated to nearby town on the Thai border as regime demolishes KK Park and Shwe Kokko compounds.
Prabowo approves Rp60 mln aid for houses damaged in Sumatra floods
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has approved Rp60 million, or about US$3,600, in assistance for each house ...
Minister asks SMKs to harness regional agricultural potential
Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Abdul Mu'ti encouraged Indonesian vocational high schools (SMK) to help ...
Prabowo warns officials against exploiting Sumatra disaster
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has ordered ministers and regional leaders to prevent corruption across state ...
Indonesia speeds up repairs to reconnect flood-hit areas in Aceh
The Indonesian government is accelerating efforts to reopen key roads and bridges in Aceh after floods and ...
Pertamina restores 98 percent of fuel stations in flood-hit Sumatra
Indonesia's state-owned energy company Pertamina said it has restored operations at 688 fuel stations, or about 98 ...
Agriculture ministry delivers first batch of aid to Aceh flood victims
The Ministry of Agriculture stated that the first batch of humanitarian aid has arrived in Langsa, Aceh to meet the ...
Man found guilty of Australian beach murder after hiding in India for years
The half-buried body of 24-year-old Toyah Cordingley was discovered by her father in October 2018.
Prabowo doubles regional aid to Rp4 bln for Sumatra disaster-hit areas
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has approved the allocation of up to Rp4 billion, or around US$239,000, in ...
President Prabowo orders Bailey bridges completed next week in Aceh
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has urged the completion of Bailey bridge construction by next week to reconnect ...
Jakarta governor affirms measures against northern tidal floods
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo affirmed that his administration has pursued preventative measures against tidal ...
The Government of Telangana is set to unveil its Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document at the ...
TransNusa Ends 2025 With The Launch Of Four New Scheduled Direct Domestic Flights
TransNusa ends 2025 by introducing four new scheduled direct domestic flights to renowned international tourist ...
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Prabowo issues seven directives to bolster Sumatra disaster response
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto outlined seven directives to strengthen disaster response in Sumatra during a ...
Prabowo lauds responders, warns against misuse of Sumatra disaster aid
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto expressed pride and gratitude to government aides, regional leaders, and security ...
Water leak at Paris Louvre Museum damages books at Egyptian antiquities department
The problem had been known for years and said repairs were scheduled for September 2026, museum administrator said
Indonesia's PLN fully restores power in flood-hit North Sumatra
Indonesia's state electricity company PLN has fully restored power to flood-hit areas in North Sumatra. In a ...
Thailand Launches Airstrikes Against Cambodia in Border Flare-Up
A Thai soldier was killed and thousands of civilians evacuated as the two sides traded accusations over renewed clashes along their disputed border.
Thai Foreign Minister Expresses Hope Myanmar Juntas Vote Will Begin Political Transition
Sihasak Phuangketkeow met Min Aung Hlaing and other top officials, urging caution along the border and deeper cooperation on narcotics and online scams.
Indonesia's President Prabowo to visit Pakistan, says embassy
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to visit Islamabad on December 89 at the invitation of ...
BNPB estimates Sumatra flood recovery cost at US$3.1 billion
Indonesia's National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) estimated the total cost for the recovery in regions of ...
Indonesia races to restore services at flood-hit hospitals in Sumatra
The Indonesian government is accelerating cleaning, repairs, and service restoration at regional hospitals affected by ...
Your AirTag isn't truly travel-ready unless it has this accessory - here's why I vouch for it
Elevation's Tag Vault keychain and security cable will protect your AirTag from being easily detached from various things.
Zelenskyy isnt ready yet to accept U.S.-authored proposal to end Russia-Ukraine war, says Trump
Ukrainian President said he had a substantive phone call with American officials involved in talks with a Ukrainian delegation in Florida, receiving updates from U.S. and Ukrainian officials
I made my AirTag last a decade on one battery - here's the uncomfortable truth
I have over a dozen AirTags in use, and my biggest problem is having to change the batteries every year or so. Here's the quick fix.
I checked my GFCI breaker with a $220 thermal camera - and it proved me wrong (in the best way)
I used to dismiss thermal cameras as a gimmick - now I rely on one daily as an essential tool in my fix-it kit.
I invested in Samsung's $1,800 XR headset to replace my dual monitors - and it's paying off big time
With the right setup, Samsung's Galaxy XR headset becomes a true productivity machine.
I discovered my TV's USB port has 5 hidden benefits (and wish I knew sooner)
It turns out, your TV's old but reliable USB port can do more than just broadcast local content.
6 hidden Android features that are seriously useful (and how they made my life easier)
You won't use these hidden Android options every day - but when you do, you'll be thankful they exist.
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This one Gmail trick gave me another 15GB of space for free (and saved my inbox)
Whichever Google account you use, this quick trick lets you back up every message and photo for free.
My 30-second routine to keep my Roku TV consistently running like new
Too much cached data can make your Roku system lag and stutter. Here's how to refresh it.
OnePlus 15 is now available for preorder with enticing $180 freebie (and virtually any trade-in)
The flagship Android is finally being sold in the US, after being put on pause by the FCC.
-Fitch Learning, the global leader in financial learning and professional certifications, today announced the ...
Zohran Mamdani tells immigrant New Yorkers about their right not to comply with ICE
In the video, Mr. Mamdani vowed to protect the city's 3 million immigrants, saying, We can all stand up to ICE if you know your rights.
100 kidnapped Nigerian schoolchildren released: Report
The 100 children are set to be handed over to local government officials in Niger state on Monday (December 9), according to the United Nations source
Benin President says situation 'under control' after coup bid
I would like to assure you that the situation is completely under control and therefore invite you to calmly go about your activities starting this very evening, says Benin's President Patrice Talon
