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Indonesians Seek Escape As Anger Rises Over Quality Of Life

Indonesian private tutor Patricia has been learning German for two years, armed with a dream of leaving for Europe and driven by a lack of opportunities, economic stagnation and little hope at home.

International Business Times

Millions of Muslims in Indonesia mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan

Muslims in Indonesia are shopping for sweets and new clothes and taking part in traditional festivities as millions mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan, set to begin Saturday

The Independent UK

84 Indonesians freed from scam centers in Myanmar arrive home

Eighty-four Indonesians freed from scam centers in Myanmar have arrived in Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta

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Russia and Indonesia hold talks to strengthen ties on defense and security

A top Russian security official and Indonesia’s defense minister have held talks in Jakarta as Moscow’s war on Ukraine entered its fourth year

The Independent UK

Indonesia’s ‘staggering’ growth puts Jakarta in a strong position as it plays hardball with Apple

As Apple’s traditional cash cow of China begins to dry up, emerging markets like Indonesia are quickly becoming a source of growth

Fortune

After Australia’s ban, Indonesia mulls minimum age for social media

Jakarta says it is preparing legislation to protect minors from ‘physical, mental, or moral perils’.

Al Jazeera

Frenchman sees death row punishment commuted to 30-year jail term

A Frenchman reprieved after 18 years on death row in Indonesia on drug offences will have to serve 30 years in jail after being repatriated last week, a French court ruled on Wednesday. Serge Atlaoui's lawyer and his family are now expected to submit requests for a reduced sentence and…

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Electric cars and motorbikes star at Indonesia's motor show despite country's slow uptake

The future of Indonesia’s automobiles and motorbikes is electric—at least according to the international and domestic exhibitors on show at the Indonesia International Motor Show opening in the country’s capital city of Jakarta on Thursday

The Independent UK

Indonesian Authorities Halt Trump-Affiliated Tourism Project Over Environmental Concerns

Indonesian authorities halt Trump-linked tourism project due to environmental concerns at Gunung Gede Pangrango, impacting luxury resorts in Bali and Jakarta.

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Procreate and Unity combine to turn Afterlove EP into a moving manga-inspired indie game

Illustrator Soyatu, background artist Pinga and technical artist Maxi discuss their inspirations, techniques, and pay tribute to the game's late creator.

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Frenchman on death row in Indonesia leaves jail ahead of transfer home

A Frenchman on death row in Indonesia since 2007 for drug offences left prison on Tuesday ahead of his transfer to France, officials told French news agency AFP.

Radio France Internationale

Frenchman On Death Row In Indonesia To Return Home

A Frenchman on death row in Indonesia since 2007 for drug offences will be returned to his home country on Tuesday, where he hopes to be granted his freedom.

International Business Times

Stocks Drop, Dollar Rallies As Year Of The Snake Starts With Bite

Tokyo, Seoul and Jakarta each shed more than two percent while Sydney, Bangkok and Wellington were each off more than one percent. Singapore and India also fell, while Hong Kong gave up early deep losses to end only marginally down. Shanghai remained closed for a holiday.

Latin Times

Protesters pelt Malaysian embassy with eggs over Indonesian migrant worker shooting

Dozens of Indonesians, angered over the fatal shooting of an Indonesian migrant worker in neighboring waters, have thrown eggs at the Malaysian embassy in Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta

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AP PHOTOS: Indonesia welcomes the Year of the Snake with dragon puppets and drum displays

From narrow side streets to packed malls, the traditional music and dance of dragon puppet performances have filled Indonesia’s bustling capital of Jakarta to usher in the Lunar New Year.

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VR46 unveils 2025 MotoGP colours in Jakarta

VR46 showcased the livery of its 2025 MotoGP bikes at a special launch in Jakarta on Saturday.

The Guardian - AU

French man on death row in Indonesia expected to return home in two weeks, minister says

Serge Atlaoui is expected to be transferred after an agreement was reached with the government in Paris, Yusril Ihza Mahendra says

International Business Times

Indonesia, France To Sign Deal To Transfer Frenchman On Death Row

Indonesia and France will sign an agreement Friday for the transfer of a Frenchman who has languished on death row since 2007 for alleged drug offences, an Indonesian minister and sources close to the talks told AFP. Indonesia has in recent weeks released half a dozen high-profile detainees, including a…

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Peep This Limited Edition Vespa 946 Snake, Just In Time For Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year is just around the corner, and Vespa wants you to know that it's ready to usher in the Year of the Snake with its latest limited-edition 946! True to Vespa's unrivaled commitment to style in the modern era, there's also a capsule clothing collection to match. Let's…

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Indonesia and Japan promise deeper defense and economic ties as regional tensions spike

Japan and Indonesia have pledged to deepen economic and defense ties during a visit by the Japanese prime minister amid heightened global geopolitical tensions

Al Jazeera

Indonesia’s Apple and Google bans frustrate country’s tech fans

Jakarta has banned sales of the iPhone16 and Google Pixel under regulations that require phones to use local components.

The Guardian - UK

‘If we die, we die together’: 20 years after the Boxing Day tsunami, are we better prepared?

Hundreds of thousands of people were killed in Aceh in 2004. Now warning systems are in place, but some feel more could be done

International Business Times

Filipina On Indonesia Death Row Handed To Philippine Officials

A Filipina inmate on death row in Indonesia was handed over to Philippine officials in capital Jakarta Tuesday, before flying home after the countries signed an agreement for her repatriation.

International Business Times

Filipina On Indonesia Death Row Moved Before Transfer Home

A Filipina inmate sentenced to death in Indonesia was moved to capital Jakarta before she is expected to fly home on Wednesday, after the government signed an agreement to repatriate her.

The Independent UK

Woman saved from execution in Indonesia to return home after 15 years in prison

Mary Jane Veloso has maintained her innocence throughout her 14 years in jail

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