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Prabowo approves expanded home renovation program for 2027

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has approved a plan to expand the government's home renovation program in ...

Antara News 10 Jun 2026 9:03 am

U.S. says it has begun strikes against Iran following crash of Army Apache helicopter off Oman coast

The U.S. Army Apache helicopter that crashed off the coast of Oman went down after colliding with an Iranian drone, according a U.S. official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss an ongoing investigation.

The Hindu 10 Jun 2026 4:04 am

Trade Ministry to route all coal exports through PT DSI by 2027

The Trade Ministry has issued a new regulation that will centralize all Indonesian coal exports under a designated ...

Antara News 10 Jun 2026 3:12 am

BI rate hike boosts investor confidence as rupiah rebounds

Bank Indonesias decision to raise its benchmark interest rate (BI rate) by 25 basis point was considered a ...

Antara News 10 Jun 2026 3:02 am

Iran FM says foreign forces face constant risk of being caught in crossfire

To reduce risk, best solution is for them to leave, Abbas Araghchi added, after U.S. President Donald Trump vowed a response following accusations that Iran shot down an Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier.

The Hindu 10 Jun 2026 1:13 am

I just saved $180 a year on my Google AI plan without losing my Drive storage - here's how

Google AI Plus just got cheaper, and it's the easiest way to reduce my Google One bill without giving up cloud storage or AI.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 11:22 pm

Liquid Glass for Linux? PearOS makes another Mac move - how it looks now

PearOS has been promising to become the MacOS of Linux for some time now, and the latest release just might deliver.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 10:49 pm

Anthropic's new Claude Fable 5 is the same base model as Mythos but with guardrails attached

Claude Fable 5 brings Mythos-class AI coding power to general users, but with cybersecurity guardrails, fallback models, and pricing that could make developers think twice.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 10:30 pm

The best early Prime Day TV deals actually worth your time: Samsung, Sony, and more

Amazon's Prime Day sale is just two weeks away, but you can already save thousands on TVs from top brands we've tested.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 10:19 pm

Indian entities on latest EU sanctions package on Russia

The proposed package focuses on energy, crypto and financial services and trade, including fisheries, European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen said

The Hindu 9 Jun 2026 10:12 pm

Hezbollah urges Hezbollah to mend ties with Iran

We call on the Lebanese authorities to seize the opportunity available and correct their official relationship with the Islamic republic in a way that serves the interest of both states, says Hezbollah

The Hindu 9 Jun 2026 10:11 pm

US workers are the world's biggest AI skeptics - and it's not just about job loss

More than half of US desk workers consider themselves AI skeptics, while emerging economies trust AI more, according to recent studies.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 10:04 pm

BGN overhaul signals new phase for Indonesia's Free Meal program

President Prabowo Subianto's recent shake-up of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) leadership marks a fresh ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 9:33 pm

Minister pushes MSMEs Law revision to bolster competitiveness

Indonesian Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Minister MamanAbdurrahmanispushing for a ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 9:09 pm

This silent Android feature scans your photos for 'sensitive content' - how to uninstall it

Google didn't say much about Android System SafetyCore before it suddenly appeared on phones. Fortunately, you can disable it.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:54 pm

I tested iOS 27's new AI photo editing tools as a skeptic - and the results surprised me

The new developer beta of iOS 27 offers three AI-powered skills to tweak and enhance your photos. Are they worth using?

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:49 pm

RakuOS fixes the one thing that annoys me most about immutable Linux distros

Immutable Linux is the future of OS security, but the current distributions do have one particular limitation that RakuOS has overcome.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:41 pm

What you give up when you put on a smartwatch or ring

Health wearables are constantly collecting your personal information, but who owns that data, and what does it mean for your privacy?

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:23 pm

Wearables produce huge amounts of health data - and doctors are struggling to keep up

Patients have never had more data about their health, but much of it is unusable. Here's why.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:22 pm

I'm using these 7 Linux wellness apps to take better care of myself in 2026

If you're on a mission to improve your health and wellness, and Linux is your OS of choice, there are plenty of apps to help you on your journey, and these are my favorites.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:21 pm

The biggest risks lurking inside your at-home DNA and health tests

What's really in that DNA kit? Hint: It's not just a spit tube, but a whole lot of fine print.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:20 pm

How I used Airtable to swap my daily fast-food habit with 5-minute meal planning

I used Airtable to turn daily meal planning into a simple database system, reducing food stress, grocery confusion, and last-minute takeout temptations without counting calories, macros, or points.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:17 pm

I turned my Android phone into a 35-tool science kit with one free app - and started testing everything

Phyphox can do so much that explaining it all would take hours. The real fun starts once you begin testing the world around you.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 8:12 pm

I found an AirTag alternative unlike any other - it doesn't even use Google or Apple's networks

Seeed Studio's SenseCAP T1000-E tracker card also doesn't use cell towers or Wi-Fi. Here's how.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 7:59 pm

Health Minister backs overhaul of free nutritious meals program

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has expressed full support for four measures proposed by the National Nutrition ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 6:44 pm

Kadin launches data-driven investment guide for Central Papua

The Central Papua Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) launched the Central Papua Regional Economic Potential Book, ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 6:32 pm

President Prabowo receives credentials from nine foreign ambassadors

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday received credentials from nine foreign ambassadors at the Merdeka ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 6:29 pm

Indonesia introduces new palm oil export rules ahead of 2027 shift

The Trade Ministrys new palm oil regulation (Permendag 16/2026) prioritizes strengthening state-owned exporting ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 6:08 pm

BI raises benchmark rate to attract foreign inflows

Bank Indonesia (BI) Governor Perry Warjiyo said the central bank was reluctant to raise its benchmark interest rate ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 6:03 pm

I tested a $15 smart switch and found a coffee maker wasting $1,500 a year in electricity

The SwitchBot Relay 1PM Switch turns a device on and off and tells you how much power it's using.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 5:47 pm

Some 25 foreigners deported for engaging in commercial photography

The Ministry of Immigration and Corrections has deported 25 foreign nationals who abused their residence permits by ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 5:31 pm

Indonesia turns to barter trade to reduce US dollar dependence

Trade Minister Budi Santoso said barter trade arrangements are among the government's strategies to reduce demand ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 5:24 pm

BI sees rupiah strengthening to Rp16,800-17,500 per US dollar in 2027

Bank Indonesia (BI) Governor Perry Warjiyo has identified five macroeconomic and policy drivers expected to strengthen ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 5:16 pm

Batam prepared to become national aviation MRO hub: ministry

The Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure and Regional Development has announced that Batam, in Riau Islands, is ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 4:52 pm

Three-month rice aid extension targets 33.2 million Indonesians

Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan announced a three-month extension to a food aid program, offering ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 4:50 pm

ANTARAaligns 2026 coverage with Prabowo's Asta Citaagenda

Indonesia's state news agency ANTARA said its 2026 editorial coverage is largely focused on reporting issues ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 4:19 pm

Indonesia unveils eight fiscal priorities for 2027 state budget

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has identified eight priority programs that will serve as the focus of fiscal ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 4:13 pm

Indonesia to continue budget efficiency drive in 2027: Minister

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has indicated that the government will continue its budget efficiency policy in ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 3:56 pm

Finance Minister targets 2027 budget deficit of 1.8-2.4 percent of GDP

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has set the 2027 State Budget (APBN) deficit target at between 1.8 percent and ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 3:39 pm

Indonesia prepares soybean subsidy to curb rupiah impact

The Indonesian government has decided to provide a soybean subsidy of Rp2,000 per kilogram, mobilizing state logistics ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 3:31 pm

The best streaming deals for students: Spotify, Hulu, HBO Max, and more

Being a college student comes with lots of perks, including heavily discounted music and video streaming services.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 3:31 pm

Indonesia pushes traditional textiles into the global spotlight

The Ministry of Industry is partnering with the National Crafts Council (Dekranas) to foster a more supportive ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 3:24 pm

Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance to Launch in 2027!

-Capcom Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:9697) today announced thatMonster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, a massive expansion ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 3:23 pm

Indonesia reaffirms industrial transformation push at BRICS forum

Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating industrial transformation through stronger cooperation at the 2026 ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 3:20 pm

Ministry to expand creative skills training for correctional inmates

Minister of Creative Economy Teuku Riefky Harsya said the ministry aims to expand the development of creative talents ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 3:15 pm

Indonesia boosts farm research to support food self-sufficiency

The Agriculture Ministry and the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) strengthened cooperation in ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 2:56 pm

Indonesia, Singapore deepen investment and green energy ties

Indonesia and Singapore are expanding cooperation in investment, the digital economy and green energy, with both ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 2:45 pm

The best business budgeting tools of 2026: Expert tested

Need to control company spend? I tested the best budgeting tools for businesses of all sizes.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 2:31 pm

I've watched lithium-ion batteries catch fire on purpose: Here's what to do if it happens to you

While rechargeable batteries are generally very safe, fires at home, workplaces, and even on commercial aircraft are now on the rise. Here's why and what I keep on hand to stop them.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 2:30 pm

Indonesia's clean power exports to Singapore delayed

Indonesia's planned exports of clean electricity to Singapore will not begin this year because the required ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 2:28 pm

Indonesia opens migrant worker helpdesk in Batam

Indonesia's Migrant Workers Protection Minister Mukhtarudin inaugurated a migrant worker protection helpdesk at the ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 2:00 pm

Indonesian govt sets roadmap to ensure child safety online

Indonesia's Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Arifah Fauzi said the Road Map for Child ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 1:52 pm

Indonesia's stocks edge higher on Iran-Israel ceasefire hopes

Indonesia's benchmark stock index opened slightly higher on Tuesday, tracking gains across global markets as ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 1:51 pm

Bank Indonesia raises rate to defend rupiah

Bank Indonesia raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 percent, seeking to support the rupiah, ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 1:22 pm

Indonesia builds 100 food facilities to strengthen stocks

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has said the construction of 100 post-harvest infrastructure units, including ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 1:12 pm

Indonesia reaffirms support for peace process in Myanmar

Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono has reaffirmed the country's unwavering commitment to supporting an inclusive ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 1:00 pm

Indonesia seeks stronger social forestry through agroforestry

Indonesia's Deputy Forestry Minister Rohmat Marzuki called for improving the quality of social forestry management ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 12:36 pm

Indonesia deports 25 foreigners over illegal photography work

Indonesia has deported 25 foreign nationals involved in illegal photography businesses after complaints from local ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 12:34 pm

Political reality of Afghanistan has changed, UN sanctions regime must take this into account: India at UN

Indias UN Ambassador added that the history of close cooperation between India and Afghanistan continues to guide their modern-day relationship.

The Hindu 9 Jun 2026 12:13 pm

Five-day BRICS meeting begins in Indore to discuss global issues in agriculture sector

As part of this conference, the Agriculture Working Group will hold deliberations till June 11 with officials from member countries

The Hindu 9 Jun 2026 12:09 pm

Indonesia seeks to increase manufacturing export share to 30 percent

The Indonesian Ministry of Industry is seeking to increase the manufacturing sector's export share from 20 percent ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 11:59 am

Indonesia acts to prevent food price shocks amid rupiah slump

The Indonesian government has intensified its monitoring of food supplies and pricing to shield the national food ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 11:21 am

Tourism Ministry backs Jazz Gunung to boost mountain destinations

The Tourism Ministry has expressed support for the BRI Jazz Gunung Series 2026 as a strategic platform to strengthen ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 11:16 am

Indonesia tightens food safety to curb toxic pesticides

The National Food Agency (Bapanas) and Trade Ministry have strengthened a strategic cooperation to tighten oversight of ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 11:03 am

Indonesia eyes AI to accelerate 5G network adoption

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to become the definitive killer application driving the widespread ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 10:33 am

Indonesia prepares 280 million plantation seeds to boost economy

The Indonesian government is preparing to distribute roughly 280 million high-yielding cocoa and coconut seedlings, in ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 10:20 am

UK government warns big tech over nude images sent by children

This is not an impossible challenge, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer told delegates at the London Tech Week conference

The Hindu 9 Jun 2026 10:10 am

My 7 essential laptop-bag items after decades of working remotely

Have gear, will travel: Here are the gadgets and trinkets powering my mobile office for the rest of the year.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 10:10 am

Indonesia highlights worker protections at ILC Geneva

Indonesian Minister of Manpower Yassierli has underscored the critical need for robust skills development, expanded job ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 10:07 am

Resident Evil Veronica to Launch in 2027!

-Capcom Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:9697) today announced thatResident Evil Veronica, the latest title in theResident ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 9:51 am

Govt unseals Tiffany & Co. after US$5.37 million customs settlement

The Finance Ministry has officially unsealed the Tiffany & Co. boutique at Plaza Indonesia in Jakarta after the ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 9:24 am

RI seeks alternatives routes to cut internet reliance on Singapore

Indonesia is moving to bolster its digital sovereignty by establishing alternative network routes, aiming to break its ...

Antara News 9 Jun 2026 9:06 am

Pentagon labels tech giant Alibaba and electric car maker BYD as aiding Chinese military

Created in 2021 by a congressional mandate, the list seeks to identify Chinese companies that the Pentagon considers to have links to the Chinese military

The Hindu 9 Jun 2026 7:09 am

Peru presidential election: Leftist takes lead in too-close-to-call runoff

With 18 million ballots counted from the poll of June 7, Roberto Sanchez was ahead by about 15,000 votes, and the race was still much too close to call

The Hindu 9 Jun 2026 7:09 am

This 4TB WD Black SSD is nearly $1,200 off at Best Buy - and you can still qualify for it

In the era of rising SSD prices, you can still save 65% on the 4TB WD Black SN850X SSD right now.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 6:42 am

MacBook Neo vs. Acer Swift Air 14: I've used both budget laptops - this model clearly wins

Acer's new $699 Swift Air 14 is a direct response to the MacBook Neo. Here's how it compares, by the numbers.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 6:27 am

I took 200+ photos with two of the best Android camera phones - and it was dang close

I expected the Vivo X300 Ultra to wipe the floor with Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra, but it was closer than I'd thought.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 6:27 am

3 new MacOS 27 features make it worth upgrading right away for me - Siri included

Apple's upcoming MacOS 27 Golden Gate is light on new features, focusing instead on a reworked Siri.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 5:20 am

How to download the iOS 27 developer beta right now (and which models support it)

Apple's WWDC 2026 was full of updates for the daily iPhone user experience - here's how you can try iOS 27 early for free.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 4:44 am

The iPadOS 27 developer beta is here - how to download it

Apple has released the first iPadOS 27 beta, offering early access to an upgraded Siri, new Safari features, and more.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 3:48 am

These 2 iOS 27 upgrades will solve more of my daily problems than Siri AI ever will

Enhancements to foundational technologies are always welcomed - and potentially more useful - than the flashier ones.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 3:12 am

I quit Safari for Chrome, but these new MacOS 27 features could pull me back

Safari is getting a glow-up with Apple Intelligence, and I'm all set to make it my default browser, again.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 2:42 am

WatchOS 27 has arrived: How to download the developer beta now

Apple's WWDC event just elevated every basic user's experience - even on your smartwatch. Here's how to get WatchOS 27 early.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 2:16 am

iOS 27's Shortcuts upgrade makes automations easy to build - and will save me so much time

Apple announced several updates to iOS 27 at WWDC, including an AI feature that will greatly improve the Shortcuts app experience.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 2:02 am

The new Siri AI could cost you - here's why

Apple unveiled a revamped Siri at WWDC on Monday, but is it enough to put the company back in the AI race?

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 1:50 am

Every iPhone model that supports the iOS 27 update (and which older ones don't)

Here's a breakdown of which iPhone models will support the next iOS update - and which ones Apple is leaving behind.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 1:11 am

The new iOS 27 child safety features I'm most excited about as a parent

From stronger controls over web browsing and shortcuts to limit screen time, Apple just announced much-needed child-safety features for its OS.

ZDNet 9 Jun 2026 12:57 am

Trumps $100,000 H-1B visa fee is unlawful, U.S. judge rules

U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin in Boston issued the ruling in a lawsuit filed by 20 Democratic state attorneys general challenging a fee Mr. Trump announced in September that dramatically raised the cost of obtaining H-1B visas.

The Hindu 9 Jun 2026 12:05 am

iOS 27 is here: How to download the developer beta now

Apple's WWDC 2026 was full of updates for the daily iPhone user experience - here's how you can try iOS 27 early for free.

ZDNet 8 Jun 2026 11:46 pm