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7 months ago
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Gaza and Instagram make an explosive mix in Hollywood

Israeli actress Gal Gadot, best known for starring in "Wonder Woman", has expressed unyielding support for her country since October 7, when Hamas fighters burst out of Gaza, killing about 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and taking around 240 hostage, according to Israeli officials. ...

1 year ago
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CORRECTED-UPDATE 1-Russia says OPEC+ sees no need for further oil output cuts

MOSCOW, April 27 (Reuters) - Russian Deputy Prime Alexander Novak said on Thursday that OPEC+ group of leading oil producers does not see the need for further oil output cuts despite lower-than-expected Chinese demand, though the organisation is always able to tweak its policy. ...

1 year ago

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Women, mothers stand up for student protesters

 (Indonesian Mothers Speak Out) staged a protest in front of the Jakarta Police headquarters on Sunday to demand transparency regarding the arrests of student protesters and to show solidarity with the mothers of the protesters.Emak-Emak Indonesia BersuaraA group of women calling themselves

5 years ago
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Youngsters make mobile apps to support causes, solve problems

Mobile apps created by students range from ones that help them study to others that improve waste management or disseminate information about health.

5 years ago
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As support groups focus on mental health issues, stigma remains barrier to treatment

In Indonesia alone annually, suicide numbers reached 5,000, with the largest group aged 15 to 29 years old. 

5 years ago
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Jakarta eyes bike-sharing service to promote eco-transit

Jakarta aims to follow in the footsteps of many cities around the world where eco-friendly mobility by means of riding a bicycle is highly encouraged through bike-sharing programs, amid the longstanding issue of air pollution and traffic congestion in the capital.

5 years ago
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Construction of elevated toll road in North Jakarta sparks criticism

The toll road sections will be built atop the existing Jakarta Inner Toll Road section in North Jakarta.

5 years ago
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Unity in grief: Jakartans band together to support families of deceased

In some areas of bustling Jakarta, neighbors band together to take care of the deceased until they are laid in their final resting place.

5 years ago
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US$35 fine awaits motorists caught using bicycle lanes

The fine will be in place once an ongoing trial run of the new bicycle lanes is completed.

5 years ago
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Jakarta festival showcases Indonesia's colorful cultures

Besides watching traditional dances from all around Indonesia, visitors can enjoy exhibitions of oil paintings, bamboo handicrafts, leaf paintings and old relics displayed in pavilions around the Istora Senayan area for free.

5 years ago
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Manggarai Station to replace Gambir as long-distance railway hub in 2021

Come 2022, Manggarai Station in South Jakarta will replace Gambir as the capital's long-distance railway hub, the Transportation Ministry has announced.

5 years ago
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Anies criticized for raising budget for team of aides without performance audit

During deliberation of the Jakarta administration’s 2020 budget priorities, it was revealed that the city would allocate Rp 21 billion (US$1.48 million) for the Governor's Team for Accelerated Development (TGUPP).

5 years ago
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Communities join hands to rebuild Kampung Kunir

Communities propose grants to the Jakarta administration to help rebuild the once evicted Kampung Kunir in West Jakarta.

5 years ago
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Ancol park launches mussel restoration project to clean seawater

The popular amusement park has launched an environmental program that eventually aims to cleanse the waters of Jakarta Bay using green mussels.

5 years ago
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'Some people feel the rain, others just get wet', first downpour in Jakarta gets mixed reactions

The Jakarta Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) recorded that 15 locations were inundated by floodwater, namely in Cawang, Balekambang, Kampung Melayu, and Bidara Cina in East Jakarta and Kebon Baru, East Pejaten, and Pangedegan in South Jakarta.

5 years ago
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Schizophrenic woman stands trial for blasphemy

A legal report accusing Suzethe of blasphemy was filed with the police shortly after the incident. The police processed the report and submitted the dossier to the court, even though Suzethe’s children have provided evidence that their mother has mental health issues.

5 years ago
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Jakarta to renovate governor’s Dutch colonial style official residence

The Dutch colonial style residence comprises a two-story house, the main building that is classified as cultural heritage, an added pavilion at the east side of the house, and a warehouse at the west side. 

5 years ago
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First rainfall in months in Greater Jakarta brings death, destruction, trash

The heavy rain followed a prolonged dry season in Greater Jakarta and surrounding regions.

5 years ago
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Revitalization, filmmaking breathe new life into historical Onrust Island

Onrust is one of four islands in Thousand Islands regency that have been acknowledged as sites of cultural heritage .

5 years ago
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Anies lauds Indiskop opening with call for more 'people' theaters

The newly opened discount theater specializes in Indonesian movies and has cheap tickets ranging from Rp 18,000 to Rp 25,000.

5 years ago
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Court ruling eases Jakarta’s efforts to build world class stadium

Jakarta Administrative High Court (PTTUN) has ruled in favor of the Jakarta administration over the land dispute at the location of the BMW Stadium project

5 years ago
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Boba with a twist: Jakartans introduced with savory boba mix

A recent boba festival in a South Jakarta mall showcased sweet and even some savory boba dishes.

5 years ago
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Expats undeterred by Jakarta protests

Several foreign embassies in Jakarta have updated their websites to warn their respective citizens about Indonesia's nationwide protests.

5 years ago
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Residents endure clean water shortages as dry season drags on

Jakarta is beginning to feel the pinch as the city’s water shortage begins to take effect and water sources dry up amid the prolonged dry season, while at the Bogor Botanical Gardens a sign of an end to the dry season has also appeared.

5 years ago
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New video of officers kicking, beating civilian raises more questions about police actions

While members of the public are still scrutinizing the violence police used in handling a week-long student protest in Jakarta last month, netizens in Indonesia were witness to a video of an officer kicking and beating an ojek (motorcylce taxi) driver in Bogor, West Java, that went viral on social media over the weekend.

5 years ago
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Passengers welcome airport train’s new Manggarai stop for improving accessibility

Following the cessation of its service to Bekasi, West Java, last month, the Railink airport train began operating from Manggarai Station in South Jakarta Saturday.

5 years ago
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Blessed art thou: Pets go to church for Saint Francis Day

To commemorate the life of Saint Francis, churches celebrate the Feats of St Francis on Oct. 4 each year. The same date was also named World Animal Day, a day dedicated to standing up for animal rights and welfare.

5 years ago
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'Pun intended': Wordplay new weapon for trendy businesses in Jakarta

Brands, nowadays, are important magnets to attract potential buyers amid tight competition. In the digital era, attractive visuals should also get a boost through written words when promoting products.

5 years ago
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Haunted building? Abandoned Saidah Tower attracts curious visitors

As years passed, the dilapidated building started gaining an infamous reputation as one the most haunted places in the capital city, luring many horror fans to tour its empty rooms.

5 years ago
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Students to the rescue: Creative innovations aim to tackle mounting urban issues

. As younger generations around the globe have started to rise to the occasion, university students in Greater Jakarta have also joined in the trend with innovations aimed at tackling mounting urban issues such as air pollution and waste management.

5 years ago
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Jakarta looks to provide more early education centers, daycares to support child development

Jakarta has relatively low rates of children participating in early childhood education, Governor Anies Basewdan said. He noted that currently only 20 percent of children in the capital were receiving early childhood education.

5 years ago
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Kampung Akuarium residents see brighter future in redevelopment plans

In addition to building the kampung susun, the Jakarta administration plans to transform the area into a tourist village where the public can stay to enjoy the city’s coastline.

5 years ago
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