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UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in huge blow to global oil producers' group

The move came after the UAE, a regional business hub and one of Washingtons most important allies, criticised fellow Arab states for not doing enough to protect it from numerous Iranian attacks during the war

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 6:16 pm

Safeguarding industrial resilience amid plastic supply disruptions

The Middle East conflict has recently disrupted global supplies of raw materials and plastics, which play a key role in ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 5:33 pm

Indonesia mulls subsidies to curb rising plastic costs

Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri said the government is considering subsidies for the plastic ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 5:28 pm

Indonesia opens campus-based kitchen to expand free meals program

Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto, alongside National Nutrition Agency (BGN) Head ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 5:27 pm

Indonesias BRIN pushes major higher education curriculum overhaul

Head of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) Arif Satria emphasized that the plan to close study programs ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 5:17 pm

Indonesia liquidates 167 SOEs in major restructuring drive: Danantara

Danantara Chief Operating Officer Dony Oskaria stated that as of April 28, a total of 167 state-owned enterprises ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 5:09 pm

President Prabowo praises Banyumas TPST as national waste model

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto visited an integrated waste processing site (TPST) in Banyumas District, Central ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 3:40 pm

Mataram eyes New Orleans partnership to boost disaster resilience

The Mataram City Government, West Nusa Tenggara, is exploring a strategic partnership with New Orleans, through the ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 3:24 pm

Aceh, UAE agree to form team to boost investment ties

Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf and United Arab Emirates Ambassador to Indonesia Abdulla Salem Al-Dhaheri agreed to ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 3:23 pm

Minister reveals chronology of train crash in East Bekasi

Indonesian Ministry of Transportation revealed the chronology of train accident at East Bekasi Station, West Java, ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 3:21 pm

Indonesia scraps LPG import duties amid Strait of Hormuz crisis

Indonesia has scrapped import duties on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to bolster its petrochemical sector, as the ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 3:12 pm

Gunman opens fire at two locations in the Greek capital, leaving several people wounded

Police said that the man was armed with a shotgun and initially opened fire at a social security office in the centre of the Greek capital, wounding an employee

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 3:09 pm

Deadly Bekasi train crash spurs BRIN rail safety research

Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is accelerating studies into composite rubber rail ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 3:02 pm

Bekasi train collision: BRIN studies magnetic fields, rail durability

Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is accelerating studies into composite rubber rail ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 2:53 pm

Minister pledges trauma recovery support for train collision victims

Minister of Population and Family Development (Mendukbangga) and head of the National Population and Family Planning ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 2:31 pm

Indonesian police detain South Korean in Lombok rape case

Indonesian police have arrested a 22-year-old South Korean national, identified by the initial WK, at I Gusti Ngurah ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 2:25 pm

Indonesia needs to speed up SDG achievements through ASEAN-EU

Indonesia needs to speed up the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the partnership between ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 1:16 pm

New presidential staff chief vows stronger government program support

Chief of the Presidential Staff Office (KSP) Dudung Abdurrachman said he is confident the agency will strengthen its ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 12:34 pm

Indonesia boosts athlete welfare with bonuses, guidance

Indonesia is strengthening athlete welfare by awarding bonuses for international achievements and promoting long-term ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 12:27 pm

Nickel Industries-UNHAS launch scholarship for future Morowali leaders

Nickel Industries Limited has launched the third batch of its fully funded undergraduate scholarship program for 2026, ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 12:22 pm

China's First FISCertified Indoor Alpine Ski Event Opens in Shenzhen

TheHUAFA SNOW BONSKI Cup - FIS 1st Asian Indoor Alpine Ski Championships officially opened on April 23, 2026, at ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 12:21 pm

Pudu Robotics Raises Nearly USD 150 Million, Exceeds USD 1.5 Billion Valuation

Pudu Robotics, a global leader in commercial service robotics, today announced that it hasraised nearly USD ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 12:16 pm

Indonesian parliament calls for probe into Bekasi train collision

The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) has demanded a thorough probe into a deadly collision involving the ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 11:24 am

Bekasi train crash: President instructs best treatment for victims

President Prabowo Subianto has instructed his Cabinet to ensure that all victims of the Bekasi train crash receive the ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 11:23 am

Fosun Health Strengthens Regional Presence at GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Forum 2026

Fosun Health made a prominent debut at the GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Healthcare Insights & Leadership Forum 2026, ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 10:55 am

Dragonpass Empowers Financial Institutions with End-to-End Loyalty Solutions at Money20/20 Asia

Dragonpass, a leading global travel and lifestyle platform, participated in Money20/20 Asia, showcasing its customer ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 10:46 am

Blaize and Datacomm Sign Technology Alliance MOU to Explore AI Inference Solutions Across Indonesia

Blaize Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: BZAI, Nasdaq: BZAIW) (Blaize, the Company, we, ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 10:44 am

Agoda and TPO Launch MOU to Unlock Opportunities at the City Level

Digital travel platform Agoda has announced a partnership with the Tourism Promotion Organization for Global ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 10:26 am

Prabowo pledges care, payouts after Bekasi train crash

President Prabowo Subianto pledged full medical care and compensation for victims of the Bekasi train collision, as ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 10:08 am

President Prabowo allocates US$232 mln to upgrade rail crossings

President Prabowo Subianto said he has allocated about Rp4 trillion (around US$231.9 million) to upgrade 1,800 railway ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 9:49 am

Prabowo orders probe into deadly train collision as death toll hits 14

President Prabowo Subianto has ordered an immediate investigation into a fatal collision between an intercity express ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 9:10 am

Bekasi train crash: Death toll rises to 14 as rescue efforts continue

The death toll from Monday evenings train collision at Bekasi Timur Station has risen to 14, with 84 others ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 9:00 am

KAI confirms six fatalities in Bekasi train collision

At least six people were killed after a long-distance train telescoped into a commuter train at Bekasi Timur Station on ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 7:43 am

My 5 favorite open source operating systems that aren't Linux

Looking for non-Linux open-source options? From ghosts of past operating systems to fascinating works in progress, here are my top picks.

ZDNet 28 Apr 2026 7:30 am

Islamic State militants kill at least 29 in attack on a village in northeastern Nigeria

The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attack in a message on the Telegram messaging app

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 7:05 am

Bekasi Timur Station closed as crews race to free trapped passengers

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) announced that Bekasi Timur Station in West Java is temporarily closed to all passengers ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 7:04 am

Rescue continues for three still trapped in Bekasi train wreckage

Three passengers remained trapped as of 5:53 a.m. Tuesday, as joint search and rescue teams rotated crews to cut ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 6:54 am

Six to seven trapped after Bekasi train collision

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) confirmed that six to seven passengers remain trapped inside a commuter train carriage ...

Antara News 28 Apr 2026 6:45 am

This hidden TV feature tracks your viewing - here's how to turn it off (no matter what brand)

Samsung, LG, and Sony TVs can pose privacy risks - here's how to avoid a major one.

ZDNet 28 Apr 2026 6:31 am

77% of IT managers say their AI agents are out of control - 5 ways to rein in yours

The unchecked proliferation of AI agents is leading to a large volume of unsanctioned AI applications.

ZDNet 28 Apr 2026 6:30 am

600 Google staff urge CEO to reject classified military AI contract

The letter, addressed to Chief Executive Sundar Pichai and signed by workers from Google DeepMind, Cloud, and other divisions, comes as the tech giant is in active negotiations with the U.S. Department of Defence to deploy its flagship Gemini AI model in classified settings

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 4:08 am

GitHub Copilot shifts to usage-based pricing June 1 - why that's no surprise

Under the new approach, if you run out of credits, you can't use the service. GitHub plans to preview the new billing in early May.

ZDNet 28 Apr 2026 1:03 am

This LG portable projector comes with a free soundbar - and we highly recommend it

The CineBeam Q is a high-quality portable projector, and with this deal and a free LG S40T soundbar, you can make it a permanent addition to your home theater.

ZDNet 28 Apr 2026 12:58 am

T-Mobile will give you $200 for switching to them - seriously

Get a $200 prepaid Mastercard when you bring your device and old number to T-Mobile. We break down the deal.

ZDNet 28 Apr 2026 12:42 am

I tried this Bluetti power station with wheels - now every other charger feels outdated

The Bluetti Elite 400 has something that you don't see on many power stations, and it can charge just about anything.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 11:44 pm

U.K. PM Starmer faces possible Parliament probe over Mandelson

It is the latest development in an unrelenting scandal that has plagued Mr. Starmer's government for months and led to calls for him to resign

The Hindu 27 Apr 2026 11:13 pm

Legal limits on U.S. war involvement

The War Powers Act requires the President to seek authorisation from Congress for the continued use of military force abroad beyond 60 days of such involvement, raising questions over the Trump administrations future course of action in the ongoing military engagement in West Asia

The Hindu 27 Apr 2026 11:07 pm

Samsung Wallet just got a travel feature that I hope Google Wallet copies ASAP

This is a pretty big perk for Galaxy users since there's nothing like it built into Android.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 10:24 pm

Deadly train crash in Bekasi injures dozens, triggers major evacuation

Several passengers were injured in an accident between a CommuterLine train and a long-distance diesel train (KRD) at ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 9:56 pm

6 MacOS settings I immediately change on every new Mac - and why

Out of the box, MacOS is pretty user-friendly and flexible. Still, I make these tweaks right away to make it even better.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 8:37 pm

I used a $4 timer to reboot my router, and it actually made my internet faster

I've tried so many different ways to reboot my router, and it turns out the best solution costs barely anything.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 8:15 pm

Indonesia targets 300 certified coaches for disability sports

The Ministry of Youth and Sports is targeting certification for 300 disabled sports coaches through a master's ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 8:04 pm

I tested ChatGPT Images 2.0 vs. Gemini Nano Banana to see which is better - this model wins

I put ChatGPT Images 2.0 and Gemini Nano Banana through nine image-generation tests. The winner was clear.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 7:56 pm

Rehab push key to solving Indonesia's prison overcrowding: Lawmaker

Indonesian lawmaker Rieke Diah Pitaloka emphasized the importance of a post-conviction rehabilitation approach for drug ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 7:48 pm

Indonesia pushes B50, E20 to cut fuel imports

Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia is pushing for the implementation of the B50 biodiesel ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 7:28 pm

Irans FM Araghchi calls his Islamabad visit successful' after arriving in Russia

Araghchi said that the trip to Pakistan was a good opportunity to review developments related to the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran

The Hindu 27 Apr 2026 7:14 pm

Indonesian pilgrims urged to carry Hajj cards at all times

Saudi Arabian Hajj Pilgrimage Officials (PPIH) urged Indonesian pilgrims who have arrived in Medina to always carry ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 7:02 pm

Hanif Faisol pledges support for national food security efforts

Deputy Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, who has newly appointed, said that his assignment ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 6:52 pm

President Prabowo appoints labor leader as Environment Minister

President Prabowo Subianto recognized the workforce by inaugurating Confederation of All Indonesian Workers ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 6:47 pm

Indonesia eyes 8 pct economic growth in 23 years: Finance Minister

Indonesia is heading towards 8 percent economic growth within the next two or three years, Finance Minister Purbaya ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 6:38 pm

This machine is the only way to make nitro cold brew coffee at home - and it's on sale

The Cumulus Coffee machine is uniquely designed to make cold brew, nitro, and cold espresso. Get one for 20% off now.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Indonesia targets faster growth, eyes above 5.5 percent in Q2 2026

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa is optimistic that the national economy can grow above 5.5 percent in the first ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 6:26 pm

Jakarta to install free drinking water stations along Sudirman-Thamrin

The Regional Public Company Air Minum (PAM) Jaya plans to provide drinking water facilities along Sudirman-Thamrin ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 6:06 pm

Gov't preparing policies to support national game industry

Indonesia's Creative Economy Minister Teuku Riefky Harsyasaidthe government has been preparing policies ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 5:49 pm

Jakarta Earth Day lights-off campaign cuts 77 tons of CO2e

The action of turning off the lights in Jakarta, conducted on Saturday (April 25) from 08.30 to 09.30 PM local time to ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 5:38 pm

Muhaimin says extreme poverty drops significantly this year

Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandarstated that extreme poverty in Indonesia ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 5:32 pm

Get a month of 5G Home Internet on T-Mobile and $300 cash back - here's how

If you're ready to switch your internet provider, consider this T-Mobile deal that comes with $300 cash back.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 5:30 pm

Adobe Creative Cloud Pro is now 50% off - how to get the deal

Get a year of access to more than 20 apps (including Photoshop and Premiere), generative AI, fonts, and Stock at a major discount right now.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 5:30 pm

Indonesia strengthens ASEAN cooperation on school meals

Indonesias National Nutrition Agency (BGN) is strengthening regional cooperation on child nutrition and free ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 5:12 pm

New Minister Jumhur Hidayat to focus on addressing waste issue

Newly appointed Indonesia's Minister of Environment MohammadJumhur Hidayat committed to focus on addressing ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 5:01 pm

Child Protection Minister condemns alleged abuse at Yogyakarta daycare

Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Arifatul Choiri Fauzi condemned alleged violence against ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 4:55 pm

You can still get a free Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 deal at T-Mobile - here's how to qualify

You can get a Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 at T-Mobile when you add a new watch line to your mobile plan - or save $300 on the Apple Watch Series 11.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 4:35 pm

Minister: The hikes of non-subsidised fuel price not affecting MSMEs

Indonesia's Minister of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Maman Abdurrahman stated that the increase of ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 4:31 pm

This bestselling gaming device is not a Nintendo or a PlayStation - and I highly recommend it

Nex Playground is a small cube that gets your kids up and moving with games they'll love - and it's on sale for the lowest price of the year.

ZDNet 27 Apr 2026 4:30 pm

Gov't ensures local food sources in MBG stabilise food prices

RI Coordinating Ministry for Food Affairs ensures that utilizing local food sources for the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 4:09 pm

X Square Robot Unveils New Embodied AI Model, Says Robots Will Arrive in Homes in 35 Days

X Square Robot on Tuesday unveiled Wall-B, a new embodied AI foundation model designed for deployment in real-world ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 4:04 pm

Indonesian govt cuts Saturday MBG, saves Rp1 trillion daily: Ministry

Deputy Finance Minister Juda Agung stated that excluding Saturdays from the Free Nutritional Meal (MBG) distribution ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 4:03 pm

Prabowo boosts universities to develop alternative LPG

Indonesias President Prabowo Subianto has asked universities to developtechnologies and find ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:37 pm

Indonesia eyes CNG to reduce reliance on LPG imports

Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia stated that the government is currently discussing the ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:32 pm

Indonesia's MPR urges UN to impose sanctions on Israel

The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) urges the UN to impose harsh sanctions on Israel following the death of ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:30 pm

HZICC: The 2025 Hangzhou Highlights Awards Celebrating Visionaries Elevating the City's Global Profile

What does the world see when it looks at Hangzhou? The Hangzhou & Friends: 2025 Hangzhou Highlights Awards, ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:28 pm

Innovative ready-to-eat meal, practical solution for Hajj logistics

Food, typically an ordinary necessity, can become scarce and highly valued during the Hajj season in Saudi ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:25 pm

THAIFEX - Anuga Asia 2026 Returns As the Industry's Business Catalyst

THAIFEX Anuga Asia returns 2630 May 2026 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok,expanded to 12 ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:25 pm

Mahfud MD urges safety guarantees for TNI troops in Lebanon

Constitutional Law expert Mahfud MD has urged the government to guarantee the safety of Indonesian National Armed ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:18 pm

Indonesia to establish fighter jet squadron in Southeast Sulawesi

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) plans to establish a fighter jet squadron in Southeast Sulawesi as part of efforts to ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:16 pm

Bahlil says RI's fuel, crude stocks above minimum levels

Indonesia Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM)BahlilLahadaliasaid national fuel and ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:14 pm

President Prabowo donates Eid al-Adha cow to Natuna Riau Island

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto donated a cow for Eid al-Adha 1447 Hijri in Natuna Regency,Riau Islands ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 3:06 pm

Hanif Faisol signed as deputy coordinating minister for food affairs

President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto inaugurated Hanif Faisol Nurofiq as deputy coordinating minister for food ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 2:59 pm

Indonesia tests B50 fuel on trains to boost green energy push

The Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Ministry has begun testing the use of B50 fuel in train diesel engines, ...

Antara News 27 Apr 2026 2:47 pm