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Govt pushes water taxi, pier development to support Bali's tourism

The Ministry of Transportation is pushing for the rapid development of water taxis and piers in Bali to enhance ...

Antara News 10 Apr 2026 9:36 am

Surprise: Not every Lenovo laptop is worth recommending in 2026 - the Yoga 7i is proof

Lenovo's Yoga 7a 2-in-1 is a versatile and well-built PC, though its mid-tier hardware makes it hard to recommend over rivals.

ZDNet 10 Apr 2026 7:30 am

Indonesia cuts open dumping, pushes faster reduction

Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq said Indonesia has reduced open dumping at landfills to 69 percent in early ...

Antara News 10 Apr 2026 4:32 am

Indonesia sees Q1 growth at 5.5 percent despite global risks

Coordinating Economic Affairs Minister Airlangga Hartarto said Indonesia expects first-quarter 2026 growth of at least ...

Antara News 10 Apr 2026 4:11 am

Iran's Supreme Leader says does not seek war in written message

We did not seek war and we do not want it, Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in the message read out on state TV

The Hindu 10 Apr 2026 1:07 am

Samsung S95H vs. Samsung S95F: I compared both OLED TVs, and there's a surprise winner

Samsung's flagship OLED TV got a refresh in 2026, but is it enough of an upgrade to skip over last year's S95F?

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 11:47 pm

I tested CuerdOS and its unique app lineup is even better than its blazing speed

CuerdOS is a niche Debian-based distro with a alternative approach to preinstalled software - and it's truly a breath of fresh air.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 11:07 pm

How I turned my Android tablet into the ultimate Kindle alternative - for free

There's no need for a separate device when your Android tablet or iPad can hold your whole reading library - just like a Kindle.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 10:46 pm

Indonesia downplays World Bank growth cut to 4.7 percent

Indonesias top economic official played down the World Banks downgrade of the countrys 2026 growth ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 10:30 pm

Apple's iOS 26.4.1 update enables Stolen Device Protection by default now - grab it today

The latest iOS update also repairs a glitch with iCloud syncing and comes with the usual bug fixes.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 10:29 pm

I use ChatGPT's new Tubi app to find free movies and TV shows to watch - here's how

The free Tubi TV video streamer now integrates with ChatGPT so you can ask the AI to search the site's lineup of more than 300,000 movies and TV episodes.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 10:23 pm

Govt outlines strategy to expand digital infrastructure

The Communication and Digital Ministry has outlined its strategy to expand digital infrastructure by 2029 by advancing ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 10:22 pm

Indonesia strongly condemns Israeli attacks in Lebanon

Indonesia on Thursday strongly condemned Israeli strikes on multiple locations in Lebanon, including Beirut, saying the ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 10:20 pm

Netanyahu authorises direct talks with Lebanon 'as soon as possible'

Lebanon has spent the last 24 hours advocating for a temporary ceasefire, an official said; U.S. V-P Vance to lead talks in Islamabad

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 10:13 pm

Frozen shrimp lead East Kalimantan exports in Q1

Frozen tiger prawns and frozen pink shrimp have emerged as top export commodities in East Kalimantan's fisheries ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 9:18 pm

Indonesia secures naphtha supplies amid Middle East disruption

Indonesia has secured naphtha supplies from India, Africa, and the United States to mitigate disruptions caused by the ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 9:12 pm

Indonesia targets domestic EV motorcycles, fuel bikes for export

Indonesia plans to reshape its motorcycle industry by directing domestic production and sales toward electric ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 9:05 pm

Indonesia's BPOM approves wider measles vaccine use amid outbreaks

Indonesia's Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) has approved the expanded use of the measles vaccine for at-risk ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 9:05 pm

EU slams Hormuz toll idea, urges unrestricted freedom of navigation

International law provides for the freedom of navigation, which means... basically no payment or toll whatsoever, says European Commission spokesman Anouar El Anouni

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 9:03 pm

Indonesia to expand internship program coverage: minister

The Indonesian government plans to expand the geographic coverage and job sectors of the 2026 National Internship ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:58 pm

Indonesian govt says disaster recovery in Sumatra still ongoing

Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo said post-disaster recovery efforts in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra are ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:51 pm

Indonesia pushes cattle-palm integration to cut feed costs

Indonesia's Agriculture Ministry is strengthening cattle and oil palm integration through the Cattle-Oil Palm ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:38 pm

Meta complies with Indonesia's restrictions on access for children

Indonesian Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafidwelcomed the good intent shown by technology ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:27 pm

The best Android tablets of 2026: Lab tested, expert recommended

There's more to tablets than iPads. ZDNET tested our favorite Android tablets from Samsung, TCL, and others.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 8:25 pm

Indonesia warns Google after YouTube fails child safety standards

Indonesia has issued a warning to Google, the owner of YouTube, for failing to comply with new child protection ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:17 pm

The best dedicated web hosting of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Discover my picks for the top dedicated web hosting providers, with detailed insights on performance, security, and reliability.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 8:15 pm

Prabowo calls Indonesia a ising giant amid global crisis

President Prabowo Subianto expressed optimism that Indonesia is emerging as a rising giant, citing strong ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 7:43 pm

RI's Air Force plans radar expansion to strengthen airspace monitoring

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) will expand its radar coverage with plans to consolidate 30 radar units nationwide by ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:55 pm

How to share your Kindle books with anyone (and the limits to know) - it's easy

Amazon lets you loan Kindle books with friends and family for a couple weeks at a time. Here's how it works.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 6:48 pm

Manpower Minister expects WFH policy not to reduce productivity

Manpower Minister Yassierli said the implementation of a one-day-per-week work-from-home (WFH) arrangement for civil ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:26 pm

Finance Minister confident Indonesia can defy World Bank's growth cut

Indonesias Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa voiced confidence that the countrys economy will ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:24 pm

Indonesia eyes FSU, bunkering rules to boost maritime sector

Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa plans to draft regulations for floating storage units (FSU) and ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:16 pm

China denies reports of support to Iran's military during war with U.S.

China's position on the Iran issue is above-board and straightforward. We have always upheld an objective and impartial stance, says Defence Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 6:09 pm

My top 5 Linux desktops of 2026 (so far) - and I've tried them all

I've spent decades testing nearly every Linux desktop. Which one should you try today? I've narrowed your options down to five.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 6:06 pm

Indonesia cracks down on illegal sale of nitrous oxide 'Baby Whip'

Indonesias Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) and the National Police have launched a crackdown on the ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:06 pm

Prabowo encourages local governments, TNI to buy domestic e-vehicles

President Prabowo Subianto has urged provincial governments and the Indonesian Military (TNI) to purchase domestically ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:04 pm

Gov't striving to protect middle class from downgrading: Minister

Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar stated that the government is striving to ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 5:59 pm

The best Home Depot Spring Black Friday deals 2026: Grills, lawnmowers, mulch, & more

Home Depot's spring sale is here, and brings discounts on brands like DeWalt, Traeger, Weber, LG, and many other top brands.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 5:30 pm

I asked 5 data leaders about how they use AI to automate - and end integration nightmares

Tech executives explain how they're moving beyond legacy Excel mapping to build AI data pipelines that cut integration workloads by up to 40%.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 5:19 pm

Gov't maintains subsidized fuel price, prioritizes affordability: VP

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka said the government remains committed to maintaining stable subsidized fuel ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 4:56 pm

Minister Purbaya addresses permit issue for Galang Batang SEZ

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa is addressing the issue of permit faced by PT GBKEK Industri Park, the manager of ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 4:43 pm

ASEAN-SEAMEO roadmap to boost early childhood education: Indonesia

The ASEAN-SEAMEO joint roadmap on early childhood education will guide efforts to improve education quality across ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 4:34 pm

Prabowo says Indonesia remains optimistic amid global crisis

President Prabowo Subianto expressed optimism that Indonesia can weather global challenges, citing the country's ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 4:00 pm

Gas explosion damages classrooms at Bogor elementary school

A gas explosion at a padel court cafeteria damaged five classrooms at Ciangsana 03 State Elementary School in Gunung ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 3:34 pm

The best business VoIP services in 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Navigate the VoIP landscape with ease and retire your old lines with our guide on the best VoIP providers of 2026.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 3:31 pm

Greenland: What has Trump said so far?

Donald Trumps post on Truth Social reignites debates on U.S. governments recent plans to takeover Greenland to broaden National Security

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 3:16 pm

Prabowo targets mass production of electric sedans by 2028

President Prabowo Subianto has expressed hope that Indonesia will begin mass production of electric sedans by 2028, as ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:58 pm

President Prabowo inspects electric bus at new factory in Magelang

President Prabowo Subianto inspected an electric Transjakarta bus on Thursday during the inauguration of an electric ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:51 pm

Baznas, Bappenas integrate zakat into national development planning

The National Alms Agency is bolstering collaboration with the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) and ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:41 pm

Gresik SEZ hosts Indonesia's first melamine plant project

Construction of Indonesia's first melamine plant has begun in the Gresik Special Economic Zone (SEZ), East Java, ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:35 pm

The best Hisense TVs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Hisense has quickly become one of the more trusted names in mid-range TVs, and has recently started to offer truly premium-grade screens for high-end home theaters.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 2:30 pm

Indonesia's Prabowo inaugurates electric vehicle plant in Magelang

Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto delivers a speech during the inauguration of PT VKTR Sakti Industries' ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:16 pm

Indonesia aims to end fuel imports within three years

President Prabowo Subianto is targeting Indonesia to stop all fuel imports within the next two to three years while ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:05 pm

Indonesia to form task force to thwart unauthorized Hajj travel

Indonesias Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in coordination with the National Police (Polri), will establish a task ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 1:37 pm

BMKG warns of potential El Nio impact in second half of 2026

Indonesias Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has warned that global climate patterns could ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 12:46 pm

Govt to maintain debt ratio, deficit at set limits

President Prabowo Subianto has reaffirmed the governments commitment to maintaining the debt-to-GDP ratio at ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 12:21 pm

Indonesia launches national vocational training for 10,000 workers

Indonesia has launched the first phase of its 2026 National Vocational Training Program, with more than ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 12:10 pm

Indonesia requests dedicated Hajj terminal from Saudi Arabia

President Prabowo Subianto has requested approval from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to build a dedicated terminal for ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 12:09 pm

Village ministry, Baznas integrate zakat to boost rural economy

Indonesias National Zakat Agency (Baznas) and the Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 11:57 am

Indonesia yet to decide on TNI withdrawal from UNIFIL: Minister

Indonesia has not made a decision on withdrawing its Defense Forces (TNI) personnel from the United Nations Interim ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 11:49 am

Indonesia, India explore higher education ties in business, economics

Indonesia and India are exploring higher education collaboration in the fields of business and economics to expand ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 10:26 am

Why I stopped using 'Modern Standby' on my Windows laptop to save battery overnight

Putting your computer to sleep might not be the best way to preserve its battery. Here's why.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 6:30 am

KDE Linux is the purest form of Plasma I've tested - but the install isn't for the meek

Linux distros present KDE Plasma with a version customized for that particular OS. KDE Linux offers the purest version.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 5:47 am

You can read PDFs and articles on your Kindle: How to send all kinds of files to your device

Ever wish you could read that long article or a PDF on your Kindle? Here's how you can do that in seconds.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 2:36 am

Trumpweighs punishing certain NATO countries over lack of Iran war support, reports say

The proposal would involve moving U.S. troops out of NATO member countries deemed unhelpful to the Iran war effort

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 2:21 am

U.S. did not agree that ceasefire would cover Lebanon, Vance says

U.S.Vice-President J.D. Vance said Israel had agreed to show restraint in Lebanon, without providing details

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 1:47 am

How to quickly convert EPUB files to Kindle format - and why it matters

Think you're stuck using only Amazon's Kindle format? Think again. Here's how to convert e-book formats, giving you more control over your digital library.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 12:59 am

Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect your e-reader with new books

I added new books to an ancient Kindle DX. Here's how you can breathe new life into your outdated e-reader.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 12:54 am

How to add EPUB, MOBI, and PDF files to your Kindle - follow my easy step-by-step

Struggling to transfer ebooks to your Kindle? Here's the step-by-step process for moving EPUB, MOBI, and PDF files to both new and old Kindle devices via both USB and Amazon's cloud.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 12:54 am

Android users can get up to $100 each from this class action suit - see if you're eligible

The suit alleges that Google sent data over cellular connections without your permission. Here's how to file for your share.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 11:25 pm

E-books are more expensive now, too - 5 ways I find good free Kindle reads in 2026

I have a growing library of free ebooks on my Kindle, and you can too. Here's how.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 11:18 pm

Amazon is ending support for 8 Kindle models next month: Is yours on the list?

Starting in May, you won't be able to access the Kindle Store from your older device. Here are your best alternatives.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 10:57 pm

Home Depot's Spring Black Friday sale starts this week: Here's what to know

Home Depot is discounting everything from grills to patio furniture to outdoor power equipment. Here's everything to know before you shop.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 10:30 pm

The 10 most popular products ZDNET readers bought last month (including a tiny storage option)

From phone cases to USB-C gear, these are the top tech gadgets and useful items our readers actually purchased last month.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 10:19 pm

How a burner email can protect your inbox - setting one up one is easy and free

Using your primary email address everywhere can be risky. A temporary and disposable burner email address offers a safer alternative.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 10:12 pm

Minister denies reshuffle plan as salary cuts remain undecided

Indonesias State Secretariat Minister Prasetyo Hadi said the government has not discussed any plans for a ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 9:12 pm

How I sync my smart thermostat with off-peak hour rates to reduce electricity costs

It's easy to stay comfortable while saving money thanks to these helpful IFTTT automations.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 9:08 pm

Indonesia's economic fundamentals steady despite global pressures

Indonesias economic fundamentals remain solid despite global headwinds, with stable growth, controlled inflation ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 8:09 pm

Indonesia seeks backing for 2029-30 UN Security Council bid

Indonesia is seeking support from African, Caribbean and Pacific countries for its bid to become a non-permanent member ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:55 pm

President Prabowo links overseas visits to oil supply push

President Prabowo Subianto said his recent and upcoming overseas visits are focused on securing oil supplies for ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:48 pm

Indonesia continues D-8 chairmanship agenda despite postponed summit

Indonesia will continue its D-8 chairmanship agenda despite the postponement of the groups summit scheduled for ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:42 pm

Indonesia to cut 2026 Hajj costs despite rising fuel prices

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced that the cost of the Hajj pilgrimage in 2026 will be reduced by Rp2 ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:34 pm

I tested the Suunto Spark earbuds for a month: Why air conduction audio is a winner

Suunto's new air conduction earbuds have replaced my bone conduction headphones during workouts, especially when I want a better audio experience.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 7:30 pm

Prabowo's core agenda includes continued transmigration: Ministry

Indonesias transmigration program is being aligned with President Prabowo Subiantos eight-point Asta Cita ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:25 pm

CMES Indonesia International Machine Tool Exhibition 2026 Debuts July 2-4 in Jakarta

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

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:13 pm

I tested a portable wind turbine for 2 years: Why it's my backup, not a solar replacement

My years of hands-on testing show that while solar energy is straightforward, portable wind turbines require constant management to stay efficient.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 7:10 pm

Sonos Play vs. Sonos Move 2: Why I'd go with the $200 cheaper Bluetooth speaker

Can't decide between the Sonos Play and Move 2? It's easy for me. One is far less expensive, has a 24-hour battery, and a IP67 rating.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 6:58 pm

Indonesia urges Meta, Google to complete 'PP Tunas' documents

Indonesias Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Meutya Hafid, said Meta and Google must complete ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 6:57 pm

Indonesian deputy minister urges students to embrace global mindset

Indonesias Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Fauzan, has called on university ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 6:55 pm