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Court upholds status quo on interfaith marriage

The Constitutional Court's rejection of a petition against the Marriage Law, at least the third since 2012, maintains the lack of clarity in three provisions that have led to the law's prevailing interpretation as banning interfaith marriage.

2 years ago
Markets

Singaporean start-ups, industries explore development opportunities in Nongsa Digital Park

In 2017, President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo outlined his vision for Batam to serve as a “digital bridge” connecting Singapore to the digital economy of Indonesian cities.  ...

2 years ago
Entertainment

Spotify passes 200 mn paying users, posts 2022 loss

The Swedish company, which last week announced it was cutting almost six percent of its workforce to reduce costs, posted a net loss of 430 million euros ($465 million) for the year compared to a loss of 34 million euros in 2021.  ...

2 years ago

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Economy premium

Indonesia eyes China, India, Russia to recover tourism

The tourism and transportation ministries have received a directive from the President to focus on capitalizing on strong demand among travelers in the three countries to visit Indonesia.

2 years ago
Asia & Pacific

Pakistan mosque blast that killed 95 was 'revenge against police'

Between 300 and 400 policemen had gathered for afternoon prayers at the compound's mosque on Monday in the provincial capital Peshawar when an entire wall and most of the roof were blown out, showering rubble on officers. 

2 years ago
Academia premium

What's behind the Jokowi-Prabowo 'alliance'?

The two erstwhile rivals have done a 180, forming a one-on-one alliance to serve each other's purpose heading into 2024.

2 years ago
Entertainment

Politics, cash, fame: what motivates climate change deniers

Experts interviewed by AFP outlined six key things that motivate people to deny climate change or seek to delay action.

2 years ago
Entertainment

Alec Baldwin, armorer to be charged over 'Rust' shooting

The "30 Rock" actor has denied responsibility for the shooting, saying he cocked the revolover but never pulled the trigger and it was the job of Gutierrez-Reed and other weapons professionals to ensure it was unloaded.

2 years ago
Economy premium

How Indonesia should navigate the polycrisis world

We have long been living in a rapidly changing environment, and we tend to think the new chapter of a decade will be different. This is often the case. However, as we entered the decade of the 2020s, we began to face entirely new problems and challenges. Indeed, those problems have come after one another and have created significant challenges.

2 years ago
Archipelago

‘Five shots a day’? Bali celebrates first Arak Day

“I can have five shots of the mix every day, and I never get drunk. It’s good for our bodies,” Bali Governor I Wayan Koster said.

2 years ago
Companies premium

Executive Column: Tony Fernandes looks forward to looking back at AirAsia legacy

After 21 years leading the company he built, Capital A CEO Tony Fernandes spoke to The Jakarta Post’s Deni Ghifari on Monday about his plans to retire.

2 years ago
Companies premium

Boeing to add 737 MAX production line as it plans output boost

Boeing Commercial Airplanes Chief Executive Stan Deal said in an email reviewed by Reuters that the new line will be its fourth for the narrow-body 737 MAX and is needed because of "strong product demand." 

2 years ago
Environment

Climate disinfo surges in denial, conspiracy comeback

Popular topics included the false claims that CO2 does not cause climate change or that global warming is not caused by human activity, said Climate Action Against Disinformation (CAAD), a coalition of campaigners, in a report.

2 years ago
Science & Tech

Is there life on Mars? Maybe, and it could have dropped its teddy

The beaming face of a cute-looking teddy bear appears to have been carved into the surface of our nearest planetary neighbor, waiting for a passing satellite to discover it.

2 years ago
Economy

China factory output rebounds on zero-COVID relaxation

China's factory activity expanded in January after months of contraction, official data showed Tuesday, as the world's second-largest economy stirs back to life after Beijing ended strict COVID curbs.

2 years ago
Politics premium

As allies, Jokowi, Prabowo reap mutual benefits

Almost nine years on from their first election debate, President Jokowi and his ally Prabowo Subianto have cemented a symbiotic relationship that many believe could benefit them both in 2024.

2 years ago
Society

Police find local trader forged ingredient label in probe of cough syrup deaths

Authorities have said two ingredients, ethylene glycol (EG) and diethyelene glycol (DEG), found in some syrup-based paracetamol medications are linked to acute kidney injury, which many of the children suffered.

2 years ago
Archipelago

YLLI, Talaud regency launch marine & coastal sustainability project

North Sulawesi's Talaud regency and the YLLI sustainability group have launched a marine and coastal conversation and empowerment project to help improve lives in coastal communities while saving marine life in the surrounding seas to mitigate climate impacts.

2 years ago
Community

Nasi Bungkus Dua Ribu transcends boundaries with kindness

Bandung grassroots initiative Nasi Bungkus Dua Ribu talks about not looking to slow down as it enters its fourth year of humanitarian efforts and caring for people beyond its hometown

2 years ago
Entertainment premium

In ‘Autobiography’, the New Order pattern of power abuse never left

Decades after Soeharto’s regime, Makbul Mubarak’s award-winning thriller ‘Autobiography’ leaves audiences wondering whether Indonesia’s power structure remains unchecked.

2 years ago
Society premium

Constitutional Court to probe disparities in ruling on justice dismissal

The Constitutional Court has formed an oversight team to investigate an apparent mismatch between two versions of a November 2022 ruling that upheld the controversial dismissal of court justice Aswanto the month prior.

2 years ago
Americas

White House says US COVID emergency status to end May 11

The White House said Monday that the national and public health emergencies declared just as the COVID-19 pandemic took grip three years ago will officially end May 11.

2 years ago
Companies premium

Global banks see M&A openings in post-crisis Indonesia

Investment banks are projecting a flurry of merger and acquisition (M&A) activities in Indonesia this year, some driven by sustainable growth prospects, others by distress.

2 years ago
Jakarta premium

Jakarta Police to investigate deadly accident involving retired officer

The Jakarta Police have formed a team to investigate the circumstances surrounding a 2022 traffic collision involving a retired police officer that resulted in the death a university student, following criticism of the force’s initial handling of the incident.

2 years ago
Academia premium

Rethinking authenticity in tourism in Yogyakarta

Economic and political changes in Indonesia have an influence on the rise of tourism in Yogyakarta.

2 years ago
Editorial

Regulating domestic service

A long-term view that includes training and other empowerment facilities is necessary in deliberating the bill on protection for domestic workers, which can only benefit Indonesia and our workers both at home and abroad.

2 years ago
Academia premium

Chairing ASEAN: What does it mean for Indonesia in 2023?

Amid the current global geopolitical uncertainty, there are at least three major challenges Indonesia will face during its chairmanship of the largest regional forum of the Southeast Asian countries.

2 years ago
Economy

Govt boosts annual coal mining target to 695m tonnes

The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry has raised the country’s annual coal production target to 695 million tonnes this year to cater to robust demand for the commodity.

2 years ago
Asia & Pacific

Anwar meets Prime Minister Lee in official visit to Singapore

Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Anwar, who is also Malaysia’s Minister of Finance, will attend a welcome ceremony at the Istana.

2 years ago
Community

Navigating dyslexia in Indonesia

Children and adults with dyslexia use a variety of methods to manage their condition and maximize their potential.

2 years ago
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