Indonesia Suspends TikTok Registration With Over 100 Million Accounts At Risk

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Indonesia has suspended TikTok's registration to provide electronic systems after it failed to hand over all data relating to the use of its live stream feature, a government official said on...

Jakarta police arrest alleged hacker using Bjorka alias

he Jakarta Police have arrested an alleged hacker believed to be using the alias Bjorka, though it remains unconfirmed whether he is the same individual responsible for a string of high-profile data breaches targeting government institutions...

Latest Update: Indonesia School Building Collapse Death Toll Rises to 14

INDONESIA – As of Friday, the death toll from the Indonesian school building collapse had risen to 14, as rescue teams battled to rescue dozens of students trapped under the rubble. The number of victims recorded is 167, of which 104 have been...

Prabowo under pressure to push Indonesian police reform

Calls are growing for President Prabowo Subianto to take concrete steps towards sweeping reform within the National Police, with analysts warning that success will hinge on his willingness to address entrenched problems in one of the country’s...

ICW Warns Smart TV Procurement Could Harm Indonesia's Finances

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesia Corruption Watch (ICW) detected several violations in the Ministry of Education and Culture's procurement project for 330,000 smart TVs for schools at all educational levels. ICW researcher Nina Rizkiah Zonzoa...

Prabowo Awards Special Military Rank Promotion to Former Tim Mawar Member

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto awarded special ranks promotions to 11 retired Indonesian military (TNI) members. The honorees were bestowed with the Bintang Yudha Dharma Pratama and Samkaryanugraha on the KRI Radjiman...

Death toll from Indonesia school collapse rises to 14 as more victims found

Published On 4 Oct 20254 Oct 2025 The death toll from the collapse of a boarding school in Indonesia’s East Java province has risen to 14, according to officials, as rescuers battle to recover dozens of students believed still buried under the...

Ramos poised for breakout finish in Jakarta

MANILA, Philippines — Sean Ramos put himself in prime position for a career-defining finish on the Asian Tour, carding a gutsy 68 on Saturday to vault into joint 14th after three rounds of the Jakarta International Championship in Indonesia. The...

Indonesian Rupiah Strengthens as Markets Anticipate Fed Funds Rate Cut

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian rupiah's exchange rate at the close of trading on Friday afternoon strengthened by 35 points or 0.21 percent to Rp16,563 per U.S. dollar from the previous Rp16,598 per U.S. dollar. The Jakarta Interbank Spot...

Indonesia: Digital Innovation, Social Selling to Empower MSMEs

Indonesia’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are entering a pivotal period as the country embraces digital technologies to boost economic growth. The government has been actively encouraging MSMEs to move beyond simply establishing an...

“They didn’t give us trophy, that’s their headache”: Rahul Tewatia on Team India not receiving Asia Cup title from ACC president Naqvi

The 2025 Asia Cup final between India and Pakistan ended on a bitter note, with the Indian team refusing to accept the trophy from ACC Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the Pakistan Cricket Board chief and Pakistan’s Interior Minister. Speaking...

Shipping sector facing critical shortage of local workforce, says Transport Minister

ALOR GAJAH: The shipping sector is facing a critical shortage of local professionals and other key maritime personnel, which needs to be addressed immediately, said the Transport Minister. Anthony Loke said given the fact that nearly 40% of ship...

Motorcycling-Bezzecchi overcomes early setback to win thrilling Indonesian sprint

MotoGP - Indonesian Grand Prix - Mandalika International Street Circuit, Mandalika, Indonesia - October 4, 2025 Aprilia Racing's Marco Bezzecchi celebrates after winning the sprint race REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan MANDALIKA, Indonesia (Reuters)...

Government shutdown puts nearly half of USDA workers on furlough, leaves plenty of uncertainty

WAVERLY, Neb. (KLKN) – Nearly half of those employed at the United States Department of Agriculture have been furloughed due to the government shut down. Farmers say they are not immediately feeling the consequence of this, but it’s just a matter...

One Piece imagery at the heart of Indonesian dissidence

Flags waving, drums pounding, and hearts pulsing to a single beat—the Indonesian Republic was turning 80. On August 17, 2025, Jakarta commemorated its 80th anniversary, showcasing the best of Indonesia's vibrant culture and unshakable spirit. From...

Bezzecchi overcomes early setback to win thrilling Indonesian sprint

MANDALIKA, Indonesia :Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi staged a sensational comeback to win the Indonesian Grand Prix sprint on Saturday, overtaking Gresini Racing's 20-year-old rookie Fermin Aldeguer on the final lap at the Mandalika International...

Indonesia to open spectrum auction for broadband services

Jakarta (VNA) – The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Kemkomdigi) of Indonesia has announced that the price bidding stage for the 1.4 GHz radio frequency spectrum auction for broadband wireless access services will begin on October...

KPK urges transparency in Indonesia’s 2026 Hajj procurement

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Chairperson Setyo Budiyanto has urged the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah to strengthen transparency in goods and services procurement to ensure accountable and corruption-free hajj...

23rd Chuseok International Sports Day Brings Together Migrants and Locals in South Korea

Annually hosted in Inchon city on the first day of Chuseok, also known as Korean Thanksgiving Day, the 23rd Chuseok International Sports Day was held on October 3, 2025, at the Namdong Neighborhood Park Stadium and Yeonsu Sports Park. The event...

US FDA slaps new requirements for Indonesia's shrimp and spices after radioactive contamination

JAKARTA (Reuters) -The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced new import certification requirements for shrimp and spices from Indonesia after cases of radioactive contamination were detected earlier. In a posting on its website on...