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Watch: Can Iran and the U.S. find middle ground?

In the latest episode of Above the Fold, we look at the next phase of peace talks between the US and Iran appear to be uncertain ahead of Wednesdays ceasefire deadline. In other news, fresh violence that has gripped Manipur; a powerful earthquake that jolted Japan; the deadliest mass shooting in Louisiana; updates from the fireworks factory explosion in Virudhunagar, and more.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 11:11 pm

Vice President calls Nabire Port as strategic regional economic hub

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has called for the development of Nabire Port in Central Papua as a strategic hub ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 9:38 pm

IMF calls Indonesia a 'bright spot' in global economy: Purbaya

Indonesia has been singled out by the International Monetary Fund as a bright spot in the global economy, ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 9:32 pm

Indonesia relies on structural economic reforms to face energy crisis

Indonesia relies on structural economic reforms, including establishing a debottlenecking task force to ease business ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 9:21 pm

Indonesia ramps up communication to boost measles vaccination

The Indonesian Health Ministry is ramping up public communication to boost awareness of the importance of measles ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 9:12 pm

Apple's foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me - and it's not the hardware

Multitasking on iPhones is currently limited. That will need to change for Apple's most ambitious device yet to succeed.

ZDNet 20 Apr 2026 9:09 pm

President Prabowo orders fast tracking of giant sea wall project

President Prabowo Subianto led a limited meeting at the Presidential Palace on Monday to discuss accelerating the ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 8:47 pm

I tested DJI's tiny 4K action camera for weeks - and now I'm ditching my GoPro for it

The DJI Osmo Nano is tiny yet powerful, and it's everything I need for recording my adventures.

ZDNet 20 Apr 2026 8:23 pm

AirPods Pro 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: I listened to both pairs, and this one wins

Samsung's latest wireless earbuds are closing in on Apple's audio and ANC quality. Here's how to pick the right pair.

ZDNet 20 Apr 2026 7:30 pm

The best robot vacuums for pet hair for 2026: Expert and lab tested

I tested the best robot vacuums for pet hair from brands like iRobot and Roborock to effortlessly keep your floors clean without a fuss.

ZDNet 20 Apr 2026 7:22 pm

Indonesia detains three Pakistanis over migrant smuggling

Indonesia has detained three Pakistani nationals accused of using the country as a transit hub for human smuggling to ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 7:13 pm

Subsidized LPGprice to stay, supply above minimum: RI Govt

Indonesia will keep the price of subsidized three-kilogram LPG unchanged, with supply remaining above the national ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 6:58 pm

I tried to wipe my digital footprint without paying for a data removal service - 5 free ways

It may take a while, but it's possible to remove your personal data from the internet via deletion tools and helpful government resources.

ZDNet 20 Apr 2026 6:57 pm

Indonesia finds major gas reserves in East Kalimantan

Indonesia has discovered a major natural gas reserve in East Kalimantan with an estimated 5 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 6:38 pm

Indonesia's military denies role in Papua child death

Indonesias military said Monday its troops were not involved in the fatal shooting of a child in Central Papua, ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 6:22 pm

Indonesia's home minister warns of risks from rapid urbanisation

Indonesias home minister has warned that unchecked urbanisation could fuel crime, inequality and declining ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 5:37 pm

Indonesia expands inclusive school admissions system

Indonesia is expanding access to inclusive education through a revamped student admissions system designed to ensure ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 5:29 pm

Indonesia pushes inclusive education for all students

Indonesia is stepping up efforts to expand inclusive education, aiming to ensure equal access to quality learning for ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 5:20 pm

Good scripts strengthen Indonesian film industry: Minister Zon

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon emphasized that high-quality scripts are a crucial factor in determining the success of ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 5:15 pm

Indonesia boosts irrigation to counter El Nino risks

Indonesia has earmarked about Rp5 trillion (US$282 million) to expand irrigation and distribute drought-resistant ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 5:12 pm

VP Gibran reviews Nabire airport, now able to accommodate Boeing

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Rakaon Monday reviewed the development of Douw AturureAirport in Nabire ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 5:03 pm

BGN forms team to optimize free meal distribution

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has established an optimization team to improve the distribution of the Free ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 5:02 pm

AutoFlight Completes First 2-Ton-Class eVTOL Tea Delivery in China

AUTOFLIGHT has successfully completed China's first 2-ton-class eVTOL dedicated spring tea transport trial in ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 4:39 pm

Xinhua Silk Road: Chinese baijiu maker highlights enduring craftsmanship

When the advent of the 2026 Global South Financiers Forum brought chances to explore deeper cooperation recently, ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 4:36 pm

Bulog finalizes 88 locations for post-harvest infrastructure projects

The State Logistics Agency stated that 88 of the 100 planned post harvest infrastructure sites are ready to enter the ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 4:30 pm

Liu Yifei unveiled as Global Brand Ambassador (Smart Large Home Appliances), impressive sales across Southeast Asia

Dreame Technology officially announces renowned Liu Yifei as itsGlobal Brand Ambassador(Smart Large Home ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 4:22 pm

ACT Genomics Upgrades Clinically Recognized Genomic Test to 101-Gene Panel with 7-Day Turnaround

ACT Genomics today announced a significant upgrade to the ACTDrug series, its next-generation sequencing (NGS) ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 4:17 pm

Train of Glamour Joins EHL Alliance as First Chinese Member, Marking New Era for Luxury Rail Travel

Train of Glamour, the premium rail lifestyle brand under Fosun Infrastructure Group, today announced its membership in ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 4:09 pm

Biggest party in Romanian coalition set to demand PM's resignation, political crisis looms

Mr. Bolojan's coalition government of four pro-European parties came together 10 months ago after a polarizing presidential election in an attempt to keep the surging far right from power but they have constantly clashed over reform measures

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:07 pm

Silicon Box Announces It Joins Imec Automotive Chiplet Program to Strengthen Chip Supply Chains

Silicon Box, an industry leader in advanced semiconductor packaging solutions, today announced that it has formally ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 4:01 pm

Minister urges DPRD speakers to drive waste management transformation

Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq has called on Regional Legislative Council (DPRD) chairs to drive a ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 1:29 pm

Sri Lankas Tamil parties seek sustained Indian push to realise spirit of Indo-Lanka Accord

Vice-President assures them that Indias position on devolution stands; provincial polls discussed with Sri Lankan side

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 1:18 pm

U.S., allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines despite Washington's focus on Iran

The large-scale combat drills between the U.S. and Philippines will expand this year to include other militaries, including from Japan, France and Canada, which have signed visiting forces agreements with Manila

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 1:05 pm

Iran executes two men accused of involvement in spy network linked to Israel, judiciary news outlet reports

The two, identified as Mohammad Masoum Shahi and Hamed Validi, were accused of belonging to a spy network linked to Mossad and had received training abroad, including in Iraqs Kurdistan region

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:12 pm

At least 25 killed in firecracker factory blast in India

Mostly female workers have been killed in the blast, which occurred in Tamil Nadu state.

BBC 20 Apr 2026 11:46 am

U.S. military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in Caribbean Sea

The U.S. military says its launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 8:05 am

Indonesia's Dukono volcano erupts, ash plume 1.4 km high

Mount Dukono in North Halmahera, North Maluku, erupted again on Monday morning, sending a column of volcanic ash 1.4 ...

Antara News 20 Apr 2026 7:57 am

France and Greece to renew defence pact for another five years

Mr. Macron and the Greek Government will also discuss maritime security and the Strait of Hormuz, a Greek government official added

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 10:18 pm

Free meals program serves 62 million, creates over 1 million jobs

The Nutritious Free Meals (MBG) program has reached about 61.93 million people and created jobs for 1.18 million ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 7:35 pm

Indonesia raises non-subsidized LPG prices up to 18 percent

The Indonesian government, through state-run oil and gas firm Pertamina, raised the prices of non-subsidized LPG ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 6:45 pm

Deputy minister urges waste sorting as open dumping ban nears

Deputy Minister of Environment Diaz Hendropriyono has called for intensifying waste sorting at the source to prepare ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 5:59 pm

Indonesia to stop diesel imports, shift to palm oil fuel

Indonesia will stop importing diesel fuel starting July 1, 2026, in line with the implementation of B50, a biofuel ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 5:23 pm

Leadership retreat to help align central-region policies: Lemhannas

Governor of the National Resilience Institute (Lemhannas) Ace Hasan Syadzily expressed hope that the Regional ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 5:13 pm

Bandung Spirit still a moral compass in uncertain world: Minister

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon emphasized that the Bandung Spirit, born from the 1955 Asian-African Conference, ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 5:12 pm

Social solidarity key in achieving demographic bonus: Ministry

The Ministry of Population and Family Development stated that social solidarity in the family planning program is a ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 4:10 pm

Some 1,000 dancers set record with 34-province dance medley

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) in Jakarta set a national record for a medley of dances with the largest number of ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 4:08 pm

This powerful Gemini setting made my AI results way more personal and accurate

I enabled Personal Intelligence, connected my Google apps, and now Gemini guesses what I want without me saying it.

ZDNet 19 Apr 2026 3:30 pm

Indonesia condemns Israel at IPU Forum over Gaza and Lebanon strikes

The House of Representatives Committee for Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation (BKSAP) expressed its stance on ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 2:39 pm

Two Pertamina tankers remain stuck amid renewed Hormuz curbs

Indonesias state-owned oil and gas giant Pertamina confirmed that its two tankersPertamina Pride and ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 2:26 pm

Indonesia exports 300 tonnes of kratom monthly amid rising demand

Indonesias Kutai Kartanegara (Kukar) District in East Kalimantan exports 200 to 300 tonnes of kratom leaves ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 1:53 pm

Indonesia eyes 3.67 percent national GDP boost through AI adoption

Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid said that the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 1:43 pm

Imran Khans wife Bushra Bibi seeks suspension of sentence on medical grounds

Islamabad: Bushra Bibi, the wife of Pakistans former prime minister Imran Khan, is seeking suspension of the sentence in the Al-Qadir Trust case on medical grounds, according to local media reports. An application has been submitted to the Islamabad High Court (IHC) regarding the same, reported the leading Pakistani newspaper, The Express Tribune, on Sunday, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 19 Apr 2026 12:55 pm

Indonesia accelerates disaster recovery across Sumatra

The Indonesian government is accelerating disaster recovery efforts on Sumatra Island, with most connectivity ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 12:36 pm

Minister urges cultural preservation, highlights keris heritage

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon emphasized the importance of cultural preservation efforts to strengthen the cultural ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 12:29 pm

New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon meets Akal Takht Jathedar, discusses Sikh community contributions

During the meeting, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj discussed ways to promote mutual harmony, understanding, and inclusivity among the Sikh community and other communities residing in New Zealand

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 11:33 am

Indonesia minister sounds alarm on vape misuse for drugs

Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar has called for the need for clear regulations ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 11:32 am

Peace starts within: Jakarta Governor's message to the world

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung said peace does not always emerge from major international forums, but begins within ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 11:13 am

Indonesia expresses condolences for death of French UNIFIL peacekeeper

Indonesia expressed condolences to France following the death of a UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeeper in ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 10:27 am

Bangladesh raises fuel prices as conflict in West Asia drives up costs

Officials said the increase was unavoidable as rising crude prices, supply chain disruptions and higher freight and insurance costs pushed up import expenses in recent weeks, particularly after oil prices have jumped during the seven-week-old war on Iran.

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 8:45 am

Prabowo urges regional house speakers to unite for nation-building

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto urged speakers of the Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) nationwide to ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 7:32 am

After testing this HP laptop, I get why its 'boring' design is adored by business users

HP's ZBook 8 G1i eschews a breezy build and marathon battery for a traditional business workstation approach.

ZDNet 19 Apr 2026 7:30 am

Dasasila Bandung: A moral compass amid polarization

More than seven decades ago, Bandung City in West Java witnessed the birth of a grand vision: a world free from ...

Antara News 19 Apr 2026 7:23 am

Megawati proposes Bandung Conference 2.0 to counter global tensions

Former Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri has proposed organizing a second iteration of the historic ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 7:24 pm

Indonesia welcomes Lebanon-Israel ceasefire, calls for permanent peace

Indonesia has formally welcomed the recently brokered ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, expressing hope that the ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 6:43 pm

All eight victims of West Kalimantan helicopter crash identified

A joint forensic team has successfully identified all eight victims of the PK-CFX helicopter crash in Sekadau District, ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 6:32 pm

Minister highlights architecture's vital role in disaster mitigation

Creative Economy Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya emphasized that architecture is not limited to aesthetics, but also ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 6:19 pm

No date set for next round of Iran-U.S. talks: Iran Deputy Foreign Minister

Saeed Khatibzadeh said both sides were currently focused on finalising a framework of understanding before proceeding with further negotiations

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 6:10 pm

Two Indian ships reverse course in Hormuz strait, says vessel tracker

Iran said earlier it was reimposing restrictions on the strait in response to a U.S. blockade on Iranian shipping and ports

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 5:36 pm

Minister encourages downstreaming and food research on campus

Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan has called for stronger downstreaming and university-based food ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 5:34 pm

The best TV antenna of 2026: Expert tested

An indoor or outdoor TV antenna gives you access to dozens of free, local news, sports, and entertainment channels so you can say goodbye to pricey cable contracts and subscriptions.

ZDNet 18 Apr 2026 5:30 pm

Minister urges inclusive, protective services for Hajj pilgrims

Minister of Hajj and Umrah Mochamad Irfan Yusuf has emphasized that services provided by officers to Hajj pilgrims must ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 5:00 pm

Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt hold third consultative meeting in Antalya

The Foreign Ministers expressed a shared commitment to advancing this partnership, deepening coordination and expanding collaboration across key areas of mutual interest, says Foreign Office

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 4:44 pm

French film star Nathalie Baye dead at 77, says family

Nathalie Baye, a stalwart of French cinema, starred in some 80 films and took home the best actress Cesar Frances equivalent of the Oscars four times, including three years running from 1981 to 1983

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 4:10 pm

Minister urges SPPGs to prioritize nutrition in free meals program

Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan has urged Nutritional Fulfillment Service Units (SPPGs) to ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 3:51 pm

Govt bolsters higher ed partnerships to spur economic transformation

The Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology continues to strengthen international partnerships ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 3:30 pm

Prabowo urges regional lawmakers to be 'patriots' for national goals

President Prabowo Subianto urged regional parliament (DPRD) leaders to act as patriots and align with the ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 2:55 pm

Higher Education Ministry, BRIN to strengthen research roadmap

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology and the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) are ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 2:51 pm

Immigration arrests British national intimidating residents in Bali

The Denpasar Immigration Office in Bali is currently investigating a British citizen with initial TD, who was reported ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 2:32 pm

Indonesia, Austria seek to expand education, research ties

The Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology and the Austrian Embassy in Jakarta are exploring ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 2:09 pm

U.S., Cuban officials meet in Havana amid new diplomatic push

A senior State Department official met with the grandson of retired Cuban leader Ral Castro last week during the trip

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 1:12 pm

Magnitude 5 earthquake strikes off mountainous Nagano in Japan, says NHK

The quake hit Omachi in northern Nagano around 1:20 p.m., Nippon Hs Kykai said

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 1:04 pm

Bapanas ensures soybean supply sufficient for tofu, tempeh producers

The National Food Agency (Bapanas) ensures the availability of soybean supplies for tofu and tempeh producers to ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 12:42 pm

Indonesia welcomes reopening of Strait of Hormuz to shipping

The Indonesian government welcomed Irans announcement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to international ...

Antara News 18 Apr 2026 11:48 am

Iran threatens to again close Strait of Hormuz, if U.S. blockade continues

Iran, however, pushed back on Trumps claim that Tehran had agreed to hand over its enriched uranium, saying its stockpile of enriched uranium was not going anywhere

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 11:10 am

Trump says U.S. blockade of Iranian ports will remain if no deal reached

Mr. Trump told reporters there were ot going to be tolls imposed by Iran on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, something that the Islamic republic put forward during previous peace deal plans.

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 10:17 am

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil

The U.S. Treasury Department allowed purchases of the oil loaded on vessels as of Friday (April 17, 2026) through May 16, an extension of an original 30-day waiver that expired on April 11, according to a document posted to the department's website

The Hindu 18 Apr 2026 7:07 am

Your old iPad or Android tablet can be your new smart home panel - here's how

Do you have an old tablet tucked away in a drawer somewhere? It's easy to turn it into a control panel for your smart home devices.

ZDNet 18 Apr 2026 6:30 am

Apple's original AirTag still tracks effectively, and you can get a 4-pack for its best price ever

The AirTag Gen 1 isn't the latest and greatest anymore, but it still offers reliable Bluetooth tracking at almost half the cost of the newer Gen 2 model.

ZDNet 18 Apr 2026 2:30 am

T-Mobile will give you an iPad for $99 when you sign up for a new line - here's how

Scoop up the base model iPad for under $100 at T-Mobile. Here's what to know.

ZDNet 18 Apr 2026 12:28 am