Business and Finance Indonesian House of Representatives Factions Signal Broad Support for 2027 State Budget Draft August 18, 2026 Lina Hope JAKARTA – In a pivotal step for Indonesia’s medium-term fiscal trajectory, eight major political factions within the House of Representatives (DPR RI) have officially signaled their approval to proceed with…
General News The Ubiquitous Coconut: Unraveling Its Indispensable Role in Indonesian Culinary Heritage August 17, 2026 Nana Wu By Tiara Sutari | CNN Indonesia Monday, August 17, 2026, 10:40 WIB Illustration: From its milk, water, to its flesh, the coconut grows alongside Nusantara’s culinary traditions, uniting Indonesia’s diverse…
Business and Finance Indonesian Government Dispatches Massive Humanitarian Aid to East Nusa Tenggara Following Major Earthquake August 16, 2026 Jia Lissa JAKARTA – In a decisive response to the seismic disaster that has struck East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), the Indonesian government has initiated a large-scale humanitarian operation. Under the direct orders…
Entertainment Behind the Laughter: "Suka Duka Tawa" Explores the Healing Power of Comedy in Indonesian Cinema August 10, 2026 Azzam Bilal Chamdy Jakarta (ANTARA) – As the Indonesian film industry enters the dawn of 2026, a poignant narrative of reconciliation, vulnerability, and the art of stand-up comedy is set to captivate audiences.…
General News Bromo’s Fiery Ordeal: Battling Blazes in an Iconic Indonesian National Park August 10, 2026 Nana Wu JAKARTA, Indonesia – A relentless battle against devastating forest and land fires (Karhutla) in the revered Mount Bromo region of East Java is showing signs of progress, with authorities reporting…
General News Indonesian Garuda Eyes Resurgence: Klok’s Confident Rally Ahead of Crucial AFF Cup 2026 Showdown August 6, 2026 Laily UPN Jakarta, CNN Indonesia – The air in the Indonesian national football camp is thick with a potent mix of anticipation and steely determination. As the Garuda squad braces for a…
Travel Redefining Urban Luxury: Trans Hotel Jakarta Sets a New Benchmark for Indonesian Hospitality August 6, 2026 Azzam Bilal Chamdy Jakarta – In the heart of East Jakarta’s bustling landscape, a new titan of hospitality has emerged, poised to redefine the urban escape experience. Trans Hotel Jakarta, the latest jewel…
Entertainment August 2026 Cinematic Preview: A Diverse Blockbuster Slate for Indonesian Audiences August 5, 2026 Jia Lissa Jakarta (ANTARA) – As the calendar turns to August 2026, the Indonesian cinema landscape is poised for a significant surge in activity. Following a period of strategic releases, the mid-year…
General News Indonesian Government Launches Probe into Controversial Paper Linking Free Meal Program to Nobel Peace Prize Nomination August 5, 2026 Reynand Wu Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesian government has launched a full-scale investigation into the emergence of a highly unusual research paper proposing the nation’s flagship "Makan Bergizi Gratis" (MBG) or Free…
General News Indonesian Badminton: A New Era of Meritocracy Dawns for Asian Games 2026 August 4, 2026 Suro Senen Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesian Badminton Association (PBSI) has announced a significant shift in its selection philosophy for the 2026 Asian Games, signaling a groundbreaking commitment to meritocracy that transcends…
