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Indonesia fire kills 16 people in retirement home
Footage showed the fire blazing through the home, with residents appearing to help one elderly person escape from the burning building
Indonesia releases two orangutans at Central Kalimantan national park
Indonesia's Minister of Forestry Raja Juli Antoni released two orangutans at Tanjung Puting National Park in ...
Indonesias holiday fuel and LPG supplies remain secure
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia said Indonesias fuel and liquefied petroleum ...
How you're charging your tablet is quietly killing it - 3 mistakes to avoid (and the right way)
A tablet is only as good as its battery, so it's time to start taking better care of it.
I've tried nearly every browser out there and these are my top 4 (spoiler: none are Chrome)
Looking for a new browser? After testing nearly all of them, these are my top picks.
At least 13 dead after train derails in Mexico
The Interoceanic Train linking the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz derailed as it passed a curve near the town of Nizanda
Bangladesh's student-led NCP allies with Jamaat-e-Islami ahead of February election
Floods hit nearly 11,000 people in S Kalimantan'sBalangan District
Flooding has affected nearly 11,000 people and submerged more than 3,500 homes across Indonesias Balangan ...
Indonesia puts 29 patrol vessels on holidaysea transport alert
Indonesias Transportation Ministry has placed 29 patrol vessels on standby to safeguard maritime travel during ...
Village cooperatives urged to prioritize local products
Indonesias Ministry of Cooperatives is pressing village-based cooperatives to prioritize locally made goods, a ...
Ahead of Trump meeting, Zelenskyy says he held 'detailed' phone call with British PM Starmer
We discussed preparations for the meeting with President Trump, as well as all our contacts with European partners, Mr. Zelenskyy wrote on X
Indonesia, Spain coordinate after LabuanBajoboat sinks
Indonesias Tourism Ministry intensified coordination with rescue agencies and the Spanish Embassy after a ...
Debris found as Indonesia widens search for missing Spaniards
Rescue teams searching for four Spanish nationals missing after a boat accident in eastern Indonesia have found items ...
Ministry outlines disaster mitigation measures at tourism sites
Indonesias Tourism Ministry has issued a disaster mitigation module aimed at reducing risks and limiting the ...
Your Samsung phone has a secret Wi-Fi menu that can solve most internet problems - how to access
If you love Samsung's feature-packed software, this OneUI tool is your next rabbit hole to explore.
Bulogsays rice stocks securefor Sumatra disaster relief
Indonesias state logistics agency Bulog said rice supplies across Sumatra are secure and sufficient to meet the ...
Myanmar Juntas Election Opens Amid Airstrikes and Sparse Turnout
A roundup of live updates from The Irrawaddys coverage of the first phase of voting on Sunday, which was marked by violence, protests and low turnout.
I took apart this cheap 600W charger to test its claims. What I found inside was not right
Some things really are too good to be true, like this GaN charger from eBay.
How to clear your Roku TV cache (and wipe out the lag for good)
Too much cached data can make your Roku system lag and stutter. Here's how to easily put an end to it.
Thai, Cambodian top diplomats meet in China to solidify ceasefire
China has sought to position itself as a mediator in the crisis, along with the United States and Malaysia
Your smart TV's USB port is more useful than you think - 5 clever ways to use it
Your TV's old but reliable USB port can do more than just broadcast local content.
Security Tightened After Resistance Blasts on Election Eve
Resistance forces in Mandalay and Karen States Myawaddy attack regime installations with homemade rockets and bombs ahead of nationwide polls.
RI Govt speeds up Sumatra recovery, targets 15,000 houses in 3 months
The Indonesian government aims to complete the construction of 15,000 housing units within three months for residents ...
French film legend Brigitte Bardot dead at 91: foundation
Bardot became a global star after appearing in And God created Woman in 1956, and went on to appear in about 50 more movies before giving up acting
Unfair Election: Young Voters Shun Myanmar Juntas Poll
Turnout plunges as military pushes ahead with vote widely condemned as a sham five years after seizing power.
Indonesia, Masdardiscuss expandingrenewable energyinvestment
Indonesia is seeking to accelerate renewable energy investment as part of its push toward energy sovereignty, with a ...
Search expanded for four Spaniards missing in Indonesia boat sinking
Indonesian rescuers on Sunday expanded the search area for four Spanish nationals missing after a tourist boat sank off ...
Ministry, partners deliver aid, check telecom recovery in Aceh
Indonesias Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has joined forces with major players in the national ...
East Java pushes women to become agents of national development
East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa on Sunday called for stronger protection, empowerment and advancement of ...
RI Govt accelerates post-disaster recovery in Sumatra despite holidays
Indonesia is pressing ahead with emergency response and post-disaster recovery efforts after deadly floods and ...
Nepal polls: Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah named PM candidate
Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balendra Shah has been named the prime ministerial candidate after sealing a seven-point electoral pact with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) to jointly contest Nepals March 5 general elections
Indonesia builds Marsinah Museum honoring labor rights hero
East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa announced the construction of the Marsinah National Hero Museum in ...
Fadli Zon calls for conservation of Mananga Marapu Cave site
Culture Minister Fadli Zon emphasized the importance of conserving the Mananga Marapu Cave Site in East Sumba District, ...
Zelenskyy to meet with Trump as efforts to end Russia-Ukraine war remain elusive
President Donald Trump will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to try to close out a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia that would end nearly four years of war
Aceh prioritizes restoring connectivity to accelerate recovery
The Aceh Provincial Government is focusing on rebuilding connectivity in the provinces central regions to ...
U.S. lawmaker condemns killing of Hindu garment factory worker in Bangladesh
My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family. We must unequivocally condemn and speak out against these vile acts of hatred and bigotry, says Indian-American lawmaker Ro Khanna
Student-led NCP sees internal rift ahead of Bangladesh polls
The memorandum has expressed concerns over the NCP's alliance with the Jamaat, stating that it conflicts with the party's declared ideology and stance regarding the July Uprising and democratic ethics
Is ChatGPT Plus worth your $20? Here's how it compares to Free and Pro plans
Let's break down all of ChatGPT's consumer plans to see whether a subscription is worth it - especially since the free plan already offers a lot.
Iran's President says his country is in full-scale war with West
Pezeshkian said the Wests war against Iran is more complicated and more difficult compared to the 1980-1988 war with Iraq
Nasry Asfura: Angry tide in Honduras
The construction magnate from the right-wing National Party, who was endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump, clinched a narrow victory in the Latin American nation
Italian authorities arrest 9 for allegedly funding Hamas through charities
Italian authorities have arrested nine people linked to three charities, accused of raising millions for Hamas
Netanyahu to meet Trump in U.S. on December 29
Netanyahus trip comes as the Trump administration and regional mediators push to proceed to the second stage of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip
Heavy rain forces landing adjustments at Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport
I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali adjusted several aircraft landings due to heavy rain that has ...
Bali airport sees year-end passenger surge during holiday period
Balis I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport served 811,170 travelers between December 15 and 26, averaging ...
Bye bye, Wi-Fi: How to add a wired network to your home without running Ethernet
Turn your cable outlets into high-speed internet ports with this simple, low-cost adapter - no rewiring required.
Indian mission establishes one stop help centre for distressed women in Canada
The Centre would function from the Consulate General of India, Toronto and the Centre Administrator can be reached on +1 (437) 552 3309 and osc.toronto@mea.gov.in, the statement said
Own a Roku TV? You're missing out on these hidden settings and menu screens
A simple button combination unlocks Roku's hidden menu, which offers advanced features.
Indonesia reopens Aceh-Medan route after Bailey bridge installation
The Indonesian Ministry of Public Works has confirmed the reopening of the national road connecting Banda Aceh in Aceh ...
Search underway for four Spanish tourists after Labuan Bajo boat sinks
A search and rescue (SAR) team is searching for four Spanish nationals who reportedly drowned in the waters off Padar ...
Indonesia sends 25 water trucks to Aceh after floods, landslides
The Indonesian Ministry of Environment has mobilized 25 trucks carrying 10,000 gallons of drinking water to several ...
PLN restores power to 184 villages after Aceh floods, landslides
Indonesias state-owned electricity company, PLN, has successfully restored the electricity distribution network ...
Sumatra floods: Energy Ministry sends 1,000 generators, 3,000 stoves
The Indonesian Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Ministry has deployed one thousand portable diesel generators and ...
Indonesia to disburse $2.1 million in disaster aid for educators
Indonesia's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education will distribute Rp32.8 billion (around US$2.1 million) in ...
Indonesia shut Komodo, Padar routes after cruise boat incident
Padar and Komodo Islands in Komodo National Park, East Nusa Tenggara, have been temporarily closed to visitors due to ...
Indonesia targets 3 million tons of sugar output by 2026
The Indonesian government is aiming to increase national sugar production to 3 million tons by 2026 as part of efforts ...
Sumatra floods: Police send heavy equipment, open clean water access
Deputy Chief of Indonesias National Police (Polri) Commissioner General Dedi Prasetyo announced the deployment ...
Myanmar Junta Lifts Yangon Curfew Ahead of Elections
Myanmar junta lifts Yangon's curfew days before its sham electionsclaiming stability amid ongoing civil war and repression.
Police repatriate nine Indonesian trafficking victims from Cambodia
The National Police (Polri) repatriated nine Indonesian citizens, who were victims of human trafficking practices ...
Bad Wi-Fi at home? Try my 10 go-to ways to fix your internet this weekend
I spent a weekend tweaking my home network to improve my Wi-Fi speed and connectivity. Here's what worked.
India's first gene-edited sheep just turned one. How's it doing?
Born on 16 December last year in Indian-administered Kashmir, the sheep has been named Tarmeem.
RI bets on holiday sales to lift growth with nationwide mall drive
Indonesia is banking on a nationwide shopping campaign to boost consumer spending during the year-end holidays, as the ...
Home ministry urges swift data, land readiness for Sumatra housing
Indonesias Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian on Friday urged regional governments to swiftly submit accurate ...
My 11 favorite Linux distributions of all time, ranked
After using Linux for nearly 30 years, I've created a list of the best Linux distributions I've used since the beginning. Here they are.
Who, Where, and Why: Inside the Myanmar Juntas Phase One Election
As the regime presses ahead with a tightly controlled first phase of voting on Sunday, large swathes of the country remain beyond its reach and political opponents are shut out.
Protesters block key Dhaka junction seeking justice for Sharif Osman Hadis killing
The protesters blocked the main roads at Shahbagh, bringing vehicular movement in the area to a complete halt
Indonesia targets $6.6 billion in consumer spending by end-2025
Indonesia is targeting consumer spending of Rp110 trillion (around US$6.56 billion) by the end of 2025, supported by ...
Indonesia's Danantara in talks on US access to critical minerals
Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund Danantara has started talks on US access to the country's critical minerals, ...
Unplugging these 7 common household devices easily reduced my electricity bill
You might be shocked at how many 'vampire devices' could be in your home, silently draining power.
Myanmar Junta Bars Independent Domestic Monitors From Sundays Election
Scrutiny of vote widely regarded as a fraud to entrench military rule will be confined to regimes supporters at home and abroad.
8 ways to get more iPhone storage today - and most are free
Running out of iPhone space? Don't panic-buy a new phone or more iCloud+. Here's how to free up space fast.
Myanmar Elections Third Phase to Cover Fewer Areas Than Thought
On Jan. 25, the junta hopes, another 63 townships will go to the polls, whether its writ runs there or not. But even that is nine fewer than expected.
Garudasays pilot followed SOP after Jakarta-Sydney flight turbulence
Garuda Indonesia on Friday said the pilot of a JakartaSydney flight that encountered turbulence shortly before ...
Oura Ring 3 vs Oura Ring 4: I've tested both smart rings, and the winner is not so obvious
The Oura Ring 4 is one of the best products I've tested; however, it's also quite expensive. Here's how to decide between the newest model and its predecessor.
The best 98-inch TVs of 2025: Cinema-sized and expert tested
A 98-inch TV can help create a truly cinema-like experience in the comfort of your own home. We've tested the best from brands like Hisense, TCL, and Sony.
Several people injured after being stabbed at factory in Japan
Kyodo News agency and other media said several people were stabbed by a man with a knife at a rubber factory in the city of Mishima
Watch: India-Pakistan, Middle East and more: wars and conflicts that headlined 2025
2025 reminded the world that even longfrozen fault lines can shift in an instant. From South Asia to the Middle East, from Africa to Eastern Europe, 2025 was a reminder that conflicts remain deeply interconnected each reshaping borders, societies, and futures.
Banten Police deploy 100 Brimob personnel for Aceh disaster response
The Banten Regional Police deployed 100 personnel from its Mobile Brigade (Brimob) unit to Aceh to support Operation ...
Minister urges to add traditional games at Yogyakarta Station
Indonesias minister for womens empowerment and child protection on Friday urged state railway operator ...
These OnePlus earbuds transported me from my noisy commute, but the price is more wild
The OnePlus Buds 4 offer flagship-level active noise cancellation for a budget-friendly price.
Nusakambangan: From maximum security to hub of hope
The year 2025 marks a new historical milestone for the correctional system on Nusakambangan Island, which has now ...
UAE President arrives in Pakistan on maiden official visit
This is President Al Nahyan's first official visit to Pakistan as the UAE president and he is accompanied by a high-level delegation
Why Myanmars Election Is Rigged
The junta-organized election has been engineered in a myriad subtle and unsubtle ways to ensure there can only be one winner: the military regime.
This smart calendar brought order to my family's busy schedule, and I can't go back
The 15-inch Skylight Calendar smart display has made a huge impact on keeping track of events, meetings, and even household chores.
Jakarta to strengthen food aid, social security for workers
The Jakarta provincial government will strengthen staple food subsidy programs for workers through the Jakarta Smart ...
Aceh marks 21 years since 2004 tsunami with prayers forvictims
Thousands of residents from across Indonesias Aceh Province gathered in the provincial capital on Friday to mark ...
How AI could close the education inequality gap - or widen it
As schools and universities take varying stances on AI, some teachers believe the tech can democratize tutoring. Here's how - and where the drawbacks lie.
Junta Blacklists Myanmar Expats in Korea Over Election Protests
Military regime exports repression abroad as Seoul embassy targets protesters for rallying against its sham poll.
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak convicted in trial over 1MDB corruption scandal
Authorities said he siphoned more than $700 million into his personal bank accounts from the 1MDB fund
Indonesia prepares more police personnel for Sumatra disaster response
Indonesias national police have prepared an additional 1,500 personnel tobolster post-disaster response ...
One of the best TVs we lab-tested this year is still one of the most affordable
The flagship QM8K combines OLED-level picture quality with an accessible price point.
