Israel strikes near Beirut, intercepts 'hostile aircraft'
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Watch: Delhi restaurant fire kills 21; safety lapses under scanner | Above the Fold | 03.06.2026
In todays episode: We track the devastating fire at a South Delhi restaurant that has claimed at least 21 lives, Karnatakas leadership transition as D.K. Shivakumar takes oath as Chief Minister, and former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalais decision to launch a new political venture.
Red Hat hit by npm supplychain attack - here's how to stay safe
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Indonesia to require military-style training for 2027 Hajj staff
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Indonesia, seven nations condemn Israeli settler attack on Al-Aqsa
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Prabowo presses for integrity, accountability in free meal program
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Indonesia, Madagascar strengthen bilateral ties through JCBC
Indonesia and Madagascar have formalized plans to elevate their diplomatic ties, signing a pivotal agreement to ...
Prabowo lauds free meal program workers for improving human capital
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto voiced appreciation to all parties involved in implementing the Free Nutritious ...
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Ex-nutrition agency chiefs suspected in massive procurement markup
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Indian killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airport
Iran says the attack on Kuwait was in retaliation for earlier US strikes on an Iranian oil tanker and island.
Indonesia makes 0.5 percent final income tax rate for MSMEs permanent
The Indonesian government has reassured the public that the 0.5 percent final income tax rate for micro, small, and ...
Israel plans major West Bank settlement expansion despite legality concerns
Israel has approved plans for more than 2,000 new homes in Jewish settlements across the occupied West Bank, a move criticised by Palestinians and many countries that view the settlements as illegal under international law
AT&T will give you a new Motorola Razr flip phone for under $5/month - how to qualify
AT&T is offering new and existing customers the 2026 Motorola Razr+ flip phone for just $4.43 per month. Here's what to know.
Ex-BGN chief, two deputies named suspects in MBG graft probe
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Indonesia detains Australian over cannabis vape liquid in Lombok
Police officers in North Lombok District, West Nusa Tenggara,have arrested and detained an Australian citizen ...
BRIN taps hydrogeochemistry to advance mineral exploration
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Indonesia ramps up efforts to fight forest fires in Sumatra
The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry is ramping up firefighting operations to tackle forest and land fires across four ...
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Violent protests and questions after Nowak murder case sentencing
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RI, Greece discuss coalition for repatriation of cultural artifacts
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Gibran urges future leaders to sharpen sensitivity to public needs
Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka called on future leaders to build sensitivity and awareness about ...
Minister says no tax increase for MSMEs under new regulation
Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Maman Abdurrahman said there would be no tax increase for MSMEs ...
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I've tested a lot of tablets - these are the best tablet deals I found ahead of Prime Day
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Vinexpo Asia 2026 In Hong Kong Reaffirms International Confidence In Asian Markets
Held from 26 to 28 May, the 2026 edition ofVinexpoAsia consolidated Hong Kong's position as a major ...
Why I'm sticking with Firefox as my browser - after years of using Chrome, Edge, and Safari
Firefox is alive and well - and offering a fast, customizable, bloat-free, private, secure browsing experience from developers who care.
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A new iPhone is very good out of the box. It's even better once you fix the default settings and turn on a few features.
How AI agents will transform your customer service - despite 3 hurdles
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The best rechargeable batteries of 2026: Expert recommended
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Bank Indonesia boosts synergy as rupiah dips to Rp17,900 per USD
Bank Indonesia (BI) reaffirmed its determination to build stronger synergy with all stakeholders, including the ...
Gibran calls for agile bureaucracy to improve public service
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Ministry digitalizes milk collection points to strengthen supply chain
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KPAI urges BGN to prioritize vulnerable regions in free meals program
Indonesias Child Protection Agency (KPAI) urged the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) to prioritize ...
PLN targets halving group entities by 2028
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Indonesia steps up tourism campaigns in China as arrivals surge
Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism promoted the country's tourism destinations to the Chinese market through a ...
French and Dutch tourist visits to North Sumatra increase in April
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Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire
Many victims were South Asians who had travelled to India for treatment or to accompany relatives.
Health Ministry launches new campaign to help Indonesians quit smoking
The Health Ministry launched the #HealthyWithoutSmoking campaign to help the public break free from tobacco addiction ...
I tested Rhino Linux's new Lomiri snapshot - and it took me back to the glory days of Unity
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BGN office searched by prosecutors following leadership reshuffle
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US announces new tariffs on India and others over forced labour concerns
US proposes extra 12.5% tariff on India over forced-labour concerns, complicating trade talks.
Prabowo meets Turkish FM to discuss Middle East stability
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Indonesia, Denmark explore cooperation in green job creation
The Indonesian government has voiced eagerness to work with Denmark to develop green jobs in order to strengthen the ...
Indonesia's tourism charts robust growth amid pressures: Minister
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DPR pushes Private International Law Bill to boost legal sovereignty
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Dead touchscreen? This Android tool lets you extract files from an unresponsive phone
If you've ever broken your phone's screen but still wanted to get data or files from it, you know how painful that can be, but there is a way to do it.
Govt asks ASN completing reserve component training to be role models
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Afghan womens football team rises again after escaping the Taliban and years in exile
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Love my woke pope: Why Pope Leos encyclical on AI went viral online
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Hikers advised to anticipate colder temperatures on Mount Rinjani
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Indonesian FM welcomes Turkish counterpart Fidan for official visit
Foreign Minister Sugiono welcomed Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Jakarta on Wednesday as the two countries ...
Cibubursports complex to focus on science, recovery: Minister
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Convenience or entitlement? Indian start-up offers people to carry shopping bags
CarryMen employees don't just carry shopping bags - they also push prams and queue up at food counters.
Over two lakh applicants paid $100,000 for H-1B visas: DHS Secretary Mullin
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said applicants paying $100,000 get their papers processed in about 15 days and it takes about 7.5 months to process other applications
Blackstone Raises its Largest Asia Private Equity Fund at $13.1 Billion
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Fortegra Completes Acquisition by DB Insurance
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U.S. sanctions Iran's largest crypto exchange over IRGC links
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Build 2026: Microsoft's MDASH exits preview with 100+ specialized threat-hunting AI agents
Microsoft's Build 2026 security news centers on an agentic AI vulnerability system designed to find real exploitable flaws, connect them to Defender and GitHub, and help developers fix them faster.
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Microsoft AI has fully joined the conversation with MAI-Thinking-1, alongside new coding, image, and voice models.
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Work IQ is Microsoft's big bet on agent-first enterprise IT, and I have questions
Microsoft's Work IQ could make enterprise AI agents dramatically smarter, but the shift to agent-first IT brings serious questions about cost, governance, data exposure, and operational risk.
I compared the two best Android camera phones in 2026 - and it's surprisingly close
I expected the Vivo X300 Ultra to wipe the floor with Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra, but the latter impressed me in ways I didn't expect.
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Amazon Prime Day is still weeks away, but top phone deals from Samsung, Google, and Motorola are already live.
Forget Amazon - these are the best Costco deals I've found this week
Prime Day may be coming soon, but Costco already has great discounts live on home essentials, top tech, and more.
At 733, can Surabaya sustain growth without losing its soul?
Behind its heavy traffic, expanding business districts, and urban villages where the tradition of mutual cooperation ...
President dismisses BGN chief Dadan Hindayana, appoints Nanik Deyang
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I found 15 Amazon deals on editor-approved tech already live for Prime Day
Amazon's Prime Day sale returns this month. These are our favorite early deals you can shop now.
Indonesia completes 82.7 pct of irrigation upgrade program: Minister
Indonesia's regional irrigation upgrade program was 82.73 percent physically complete as of May, Public Works ...
I took 500 photos with Samsung and Vivo's Ultra camera phones - and the winner is not so obvious
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Police arrest two suspects in murder of South Korean in Bekasi
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Canonical's pitch starts with snaps and security.
Why I never let my Android recycling bin sit full for 30 days - and how I empty it
Android keeps deleted files in the Trash for 30 days, but I don't wait that long. Here's why I clear them manually.
Best Buy slashed this 64GB Kingston DDR5 RAM kit by almost $200 - and I recommend it
This 64GB Kingston Fury Beast DDR5 RAM kit is the latest memory deal that I've actually considered at Best Buy.
Indonesia hit by 5.5 billion cyberattacks in 2025, tightens security
Indonesia continues to strengthen its national cybersecurity system in response to a staggering 714 percent explosion ...
Prime Day 2026 is coming in June and will be 4 days long - here's what Amazon just unveiled
The retailer just revealed the sale dates for Amazon Prime Day, which is set to kick off June 23.
I set 10 honesty traps for Claude Opus 4.8 - and a legal test broke it
I tested Opus 4.8 against 4.7 using coding, medical, finance, and legal traps, then cross-checked the results with multiple AIs.
ICC suspension unexpected, but corrective measures under way: Cricket Canada
Responding to the decision, Cricket Canada said it respected the ICC's ruling and remained committed to fulfilling all compliance requirements
Indonesia launches massive health screening for 136 million people
Indonesia is launching a massive expansion of its free national health screening program, aiming to test 136 million ...
Indonesia-GGGI to mobilize US$2 billion in green investment by 2030
Indonesia's National Development Planning Ministry and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) are preparing to ...
Rise in Indonesia's manufacturing PMI reflects resilience: Ministry
The Ministry of Industry stated that the improvement in Indonesia's manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index ...
Multatuli Museum displays 105 archival photos of Soekarno
A visitor examines archival photos of Indonesia's first president, Soekarno, during the Bung Karno Month photo ...
Indonesia launches Milk Kitchen to boost dairy supply for MBG
The Ministry of Agriculture is preparing the Indonesian Milk Kitchen (Dasi) concept to strengthen milk supply for the ...
