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U.S. and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile truce

Irans military accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire by attacking an oil tanker and another ship on Thursday, saying Tehrans forces immediately and in retaliation attacked American military vessels

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:08 am

U.S. trade court rules against Trump's global 10% tariff

The 2-1 ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade, for now, blocks the tariffs from being implemented against just two companies and the state of Washington but it could open doors to further such outcomes

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:03 am

International Olympic Committee lifts restrictions on Belarusian athletes

The lifting of restrictions should clear the way for athletes from Belarus to compete freely under their own flag and anthem, including in team sports, and allow them to take part in all qualifying events starting later this year for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

The Hindu 8 May 2026 3:03 am

Openness, not isolation, is the bedrock of the West

The Wests advantage lies not only in military alliances or economic scale, but in institutional resilience and its capacity to attract, integrate, and retain talent

The Hindu 8 May 2026 2:07 am

Trump hails talks with Brazils Lula despite earlier tensions

Just concluded my meeting with Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, the very dynamic President of Brazil. We discussed many topics, including Trade and, specifically, Tariffs. The meeting went very well, Mr. Trump said

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:15 am

Concerns mount over new Nepal governments use of ordinances and eviction drive

Analysts say the newBalendraShah government, which has a whopping majority in Parliament, is trying to rule by ordinancesand is bypassing legislative debate; it also faced pushback over clearance of illegal settlements along riverbanks in Kathmandu Valley, that left many without homes

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:04 am

ReMarkable Paper Pure vs. Amazon Kindle Scribe: I've written on both E Ink tablets - this one wins

I compared two of the best black-and-white e-readers on the market; they look similar but have very different use cases.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 11:30 pm

Lost your Roku remote? Here are four ways you can still control your TV

You can still watch your favorite shows even if your Roku remote has disappeared. Here's how.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 11:27 pm

Hundreds of readers bought this E Ink tablet - and I highly recommend it

ZDNET readers love this E Ink tablet, thanks to its paper-to-pen writing experience and versatile uses.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 10:34 pm

Indonesia records $3.3 bln foreign inflows in 2026: BI Governor

Indonesia recorded US$3.3 billion in foreign portfolio inflows from January to April this year, mainly driven by ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 10:08 pm

This Lenovo laptop might be its most competitive Dell XPS rival yet - my test results prove it

Lenovo's Pro 9i Aura Edition is a powerful laptop that boasts strong sustained performance, a vivid display, and a robust cooling system.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 9:56 pm

Govt sends 36 participants to China for povery alleviation training

The Ministry of Transmigration is deploying 36 training participants to China to gain knowledge on poverty alleviation ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 9:50 pm

Indonesia seeks technology to reduce landfill methane

Indonesia's Environment Ministry is exploring transitional waste management technologies to reduce methane ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 9:35 pm

Indonesia's economy remains stable amid global volatility: KSSK

Indonesia's fiscal, monetary, and financial sectors remained stable in the first quarter of 2026 amid rising global ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 9:21 pm

Indonesia's Prabowo urges stronger BIMP-EAGA cooperation

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto called for stronger regional cooperation to address global challenges at the ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:59 pm

Indonesia targets June rollout for EV incentives

Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa is targeting the implementation of incentives for electric ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:47 pm

Neat Appoints Javed Khan as CEO to Lead AI Transformation

Neat, the pioneering video technology company, today announced the appointment of Javed Khan as Chief Executive ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:32 pm

Whoop vs. Fitbit Air: I compared Google's new fitness band to the industry favorite

Taking on Whoop, Google unveiled its brand new screenless fitness band, the Fitbit Air. Here's which one is better, by the specs.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 7:30 pm

KPMG in India announces strategic alliance with CleverTap to advance customer engagement and retention capabilities

KPMG in India andCleverTaptoday announced a strategic alliance to embed advanced customer engagement ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:29 pm

Prabowo urges ASEAN to speed up energy network integration

President Prabowo Subianto urged ASEAN countries to accelerate the development of energy networks, noting that energy ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:10 pm

ASEAN resilience key to tackling regional crises: Indonesian FM

Indonesia's Foreign Minister Sugiono said the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)'s resilience is ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 6:32 pm

Health Ministry revises intern doctor rules after dr. Myta case

The Ministry of Health is reviewing regulations governing the medical internship program, including working hours, ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 6:24 pm

House member emphasizes need for audit of all MBG kitchens

Member of Commission IX of the House of Representatives (DPR) Vita Ervina emphasized the need for a national audit of ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 5:41 pm

Rubio in Vatican for talks with Pope Leo XIV after tensions over Trumps criticism

Several Italian commentators believe the U.S. Secretary of State was looking to smooth over relations with the pope for his own political ambitions as well as the upcoming midterm congressional elections and 2028 presidential race

The Hindu 7 May 2026 5:17 pm

Hundreds of homes damaged in Mississippi storms as multiple tornadoes reported

Powerful storms that included at least one confirmed tornado have torn through parts of Mississippi, collapsing hundreds homes, tearing up trees and downing power lines

The Hindu 7 May 2026 5:16 pm

Indonesia condemns latest Israeli assault on Global Sumud Flotilla

Indonesia strongly condemned the Israeli assault against the latest batch of the Global Sumud Flotilla on April 30, ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 5:04 pm

ASEAN encourage MSMEs to expand into global market

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is encouraging increased participation of local micro, small, and ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 4:54 pm

Indonesia restricts city tours ahead of Hajj peak rituals

Indonesia's Hajj and Umrah Ministry has barred Hajj pilgrims from joining city tours before completing the peak ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 4:52 pm

European Union strikes deal to ban sexualised AI deepfakes

Today, the EU has drawn a red line. AI must never be used to humiliate, exploit or endanger people. For the first time, EU legislation explicitly bans nudifier applications, centrist EU lawmaker Michael McNamara said

The Hindu 7 May 2026 4:10 pm

Best travel VPNs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

If you want to avoid missing your favorite show on your next vacation, check out our favorite travel VPNs of 2026.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 4:00 pm

Indonesia eyes US$20 mln F&B deals at Canada expo

Indonesias food and beverage exporters are targeting more than US$20 million (about Rp346.44 billion) in deals ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:54 pm

President Prabowo begins ASEAN Summit agenda in the Philippines

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in Cebu, the Philippines, on Thursday at 1:48 p.m. local time to attend a ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:50 pm

Indonesian govt grants social forestry access to women in NTT

Indonesias Forestry Ministry has issued six social forestry decrees in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), granting forest ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:48 pm

Ministry collaborates in distributing social assistance digitally

The Ministry of Social Affairs is collaborating with the National Economic Council (DEN) to accelerate the ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:48 pm

Amman Mineral joins global copper body as first ASEAN member

PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara, a unit of PT Amman Mineral Internasional Tbk, has joined the International Copper ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:42 pm

Indonesian govt urges LPDP scholars to support national development

Indonesia's Higher Education Minister Brian Yuliarto urged recipients of scholarships from Education Fund ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:42 pm

Indonesia questions 24 Chinese nationals over illegal gold mining

Immigration authorities in Maluku have detained 24 Chinese nationals for questioning after they were found working at ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:36 pm

Minister urges healthy lifestyle movement to fight obesity

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has called on the public to make healthy living a trendy movement in efforts to ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:18 pm

Energy minister joins President at ASEAN talks on interconnection

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia accompanied President Prabowo Subianto to discuss strategic ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 2:42 pm

Bali Police detain eight over subsidized fuel, LPG fraud

Police in Bali have arrested eight suspects accused of manipulating subsidized liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 2:33 pm

The best VPN extensions for Chrome in 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Chrome VPN extensions hide your online activities and improve your privacy without disrupting your browsing session. These are ZDNET's top picks.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 2:30 pm

Ministry tightens screening in response to cruise ship's hantavirus

The Ministry of Health had coordinated with the World Health Organization (WHO) to enhance hantavirus screening ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 2:21 pm

Indonesia, Oman explore education cooperation in Jakarta meeting

Indonesian Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar received a visit from Omans Ambassador Mohamed Ahmed ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 2:00 pm

Central Papua, MIND ID collaborate in realizing mining downstreaming

The Central Papua Provincial Government is collaborating with state mining industry holding MIND ID to transition to a ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 1:46 pm

Minister stresses ecological intelligence in shaping youth's character

Minister for Primary and Secondary Education Abdul Muti emphasized the importance of building ecological ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 1:35 pm

Top BJP leader's aide shot dead in violence after Indian state election

Chandranath Rath was personal assistant to Suvendu Adhikari, front runner to become West Bengal's new chief minister.

BBC 7 May 2026 1:33 pm

Narges Mohammadis family fears for jailed Nobel laureate's life if not moved to Tehran hospital

Narges Mohammadi remains in critical condition, and her family says security officials have so far prevented her transfer to the capital where she could get better treatment

The Hindu 7 May 2026 1:13 pm

Bali Declaration fuels Southeast Asia Olympic bid dream: Philippine

Philippine Sports Commission Chairperson Patrick Gregorio described the Bali Declaration, adopted during the Southeast ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 1:00 pm

Hantavirus outbreak: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says monitoring U.S. travellers oncruise ship

The Department of State is leading a coordinated, whole-of-government response, including direct contact with passengers, diplomatic coordination, and engagement with domestic and international health authorities, the CDC said

The Hindu 7 May 2026 12:11 pm

Central Papua bets on teacher quality for stronger education system

The Central Papua provincial government reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying efforts to strengthen the education ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 11:40 am

President departs for the Philippines to attend 48th ASEAN Summit

President Prabowo Subianto has departed to attend the 48th ASEAN Summit, scheduled for Cebu, Philippines, on May 7-8, ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 11:00 am

RI warns of extreme weather from tropical cyclone in Pacific Ocean

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has urged the public to remain vigilant against potential ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 10:05 am

Free nutritious meal serves as offtaker for 165 million farmers

Minister of Agriculture and Head of the National Food Agency Andi Amran Sulaiman stated that the Free Nutritious ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 10:02 am

Indonesia narcotics agency uncovers prison-linked drug network

The East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Provincial Narcotics Agency (BNNP) has dismantled a drug trafficking ring that was being ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 9:09 am

I've fully converted to adaptive chargers from fast ones and already feel safer

Adaptive charging aims to reduce battery wear by keeping speeds low. My favorite model is ideally suited for overnight charges.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 6:30 am

How I upgraded my Sonos soundbar's audio quality - 3 easy and free methods

If you're not satisfied with your soundbar's audio performance, these quick and simple tweaks made a big difference for me.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 6:30 am

DevvStream Named Exclusive Partner to PLN Indonesia Power for Carbon Credit Management of Indonesian Solar Portfolio; Provides Corporate Financing Update

-DevvStream Corp. (Nasdaq: DEVS) (DevvStream or the Company), a carbon management and ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 4:08 am

I hand-picked 10 Mother's Day gifts that will arrive by Sunday

Quick shipping saves the day on these last-minute Mother's Day picks, but I'd recommend these items any time of year.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 2:37 am

Roku sued for allegedly bricking TVs - see which models are affected, and your best alternatives

Many users are reporting that Roku TVs get stuck in boot loops, show black screens, or are otherwise unusable.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 1:43 am

Sony vs. Samsung: My buying advice after testing both home theater systems

Sony and Samsung both offer excellent home theater products, but consider these factors first.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 12:30 am

Why Chrome may have quietly downloaded a 4GB file to your PC - and how to get rid of it

The file, which appears to be related to Google's on-device AI model, is harmless enough. Here's why some users may still be concerned.

ZDNet 6 May 2026 11:24 pm

Indonesia eyes role in global AI industry supply chain

Deputy Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Nezar Patria has outlined Indonesias potential to enter the ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 11:08 pm

I tested 5G signals of AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon in rural America - here's how your carrier did

I've tried using 5G in cities and on interstates. Now, I'm going through small towns with three Samsung phones in hand.

ZDNet 6 May 2026 11:00 pm

Indonesian Army partners with government to tackle waste issues

The Indonesian Army has underscored the importance of proper waste management in supporting national energy and food ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 10:31 pm

Public Works Ministry expands MBG outreach with kitchen in Jember

The Ministry of Public Works reaffirmed its involvement in the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program by developing a ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 10:20 pm

Dairy exports to Vietnam highlight Indonesia's global competitiveness

The Ministry of Agriculture stated that the processed dairy product export to Vietnam serves as clear evidence of the ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 9:58 pm

VP Gibran receives pesantren leaders to boost national synergy

Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka received a visit from the leadership council of an Islamic boarding ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 9:56 pm

Your Claude agents can 'dream' now - how Anthropic's new feature works

The naming choice for Anthropic's latest update is yet another instance of the company humanizing its products.

ZDNet 6 May 2026 9:45 pm

Indonesia pushes equal access for women in education and work

Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Minister Arifah Fauzi has emphasized that Indonesian women must have equal ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 9:39 pm

3 ways AI can help you ace your next job interview

Nervous about a job interview? AI could help you get ready.

ZDNet 6 May 2026 9:27 pm

Indonesia-USFDA pact boosts $45 million spice trade security

The Indonesian Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) signed a Confidentiality Commitment (CC) with the United States ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 8:22 pm

5 ways I make Zorin OS faster and better than it already is

Zorin OS is one of the most popular Linux distributions on the market. If you want to make the most of it, consider these optimizations I typically use.

ZDNet 6 May 2026 8:15 pm

Manufacturing remains backbone of Indonesia's economy: ministry

The Industry Ministry stated that the manufacturing industry has emphasized its role as a major contributor to national ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 8:08 pm

Indonesia ships first yogurt export to Vietnam

The Indonesian Ministry of Trade oversaw the inaugural export of yogurt products to Vietnam on Tuesday, with a total ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 7:44 pm

Only 6 percent of Indonesian universities earn top accreditation

Director of Institutional Affairs at the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Mukhamad Najib revealed ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 7:29 pm

I tested 5G across rural America during a 3-day roadtrip - and it didn't go well

I've tried using 5G in cities and on interstates. Now, I'm going through small towns. Here's what I found.

ZDNet 6 May 2026 7:25 pm

Indonesia targets June launch for first Panda Bond sale

Indonesia aims to issue the yuan-denominated global bonds, known as Panda Bond, to be realized in June 2026, Finance ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 7:18 pm

Indonesia calls for inclusive economic growth at ASEAN Summit

Trade Minister Budi Santoso departed for Cebu, Philippines, on Wednesday to attend the 48th ASEAN Summit to discuss ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 6:50 pm

Indonesia to revive bond stabilization fund to defend weak rupiah

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa plans to reactivate a bond stabilization fund as the Indonesian government is ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 6:19 pm

Trump threatens Iran with higher level bombing if it doesn't reopen Strait of Hormuz

He said it was perhaps a big assumption that Iran would agree to the terms being offered by the United States

The Hindu 6 May 2026 6:05 pm

Purbaya says Indonesia can accelerate growth without extra budget

Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa stated that the government is capable of accelerating economic growth ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 5:51 pm

I tested ReMarkable's 'cheap' Paper Pure tablet, and it hardly feels like a downgrade

The Paper Pure pairs an accessible design with modest hardware while retaining ReMarkable's niche functionality.

ZDNet 6 May 2026 5:30 pm

Prabowo sends KSP Chief Dudung to MUI to gather clerics' aspirations

President Prabowo Subianto dispatched Presidential Staff Office (KSP) Chief Dudung Abdurachman to the Indonesian Ulema ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 5:20 pm

Deadly passenger bus crash in South Sumatra leaves 16 dead

A fatal collision between a passenger bus and a tanker truck in North Musi Rawas District, South Sumatra, on Wednesday ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 5:04 pm

Indonesia intensifies tuberculosis treatment amid rising cases

Indonesia is intensifying treatment for tuberculosis (TB) as the number of cases continues to increase with over ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 5:02 pm

Wix vs. Squarespace: I compared two of the top website builders, and this one wins

Wix and Squarespace are two of the most popular website builders - so how do they compare?

ZDNet 6 May 2026 4:30 pm

Indonesias Q1 2026 growth hits 5.61 pct, highest in G20: Kadin

The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) stated that national economic growth, which reached 5.61 ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 4:24 pm

Indonesia, Philippines have no nickel G2G cooperation: minister

Indonesia and the Philippines have no government-to-government (G2G) cooperation in the nickel sector, Energy and ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 4:16 pm

Indonesia to keep subsidies in LPG-to-CNG transition

Indonesia will maintain subsidies for compressed natural gas planned to replace subsidized 3-kilogram LPG cylinders, ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 4:04 pm

Fifty monks to walk from Bali to Borobudur Temple for Vesak

Fifty Buddhist monks will join the Indonesia Walk for Peace from Bali to Borobudur Temple in Magelang, Central Java, ...

Antara News 6 May 2026 3:54 pm