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Christian School Student Wins First Place in Gen Halal Championship 2026

Muhammad Bagus Wahyudi of Waikabubak Christian High School won the national Gen Halal Championship 2026, which drew 4,525 secondary-school students from across Indonesia and Japan—about three times last year’s participation. Organisers highlighted growing interest among non-Muslim students and the competition’s broader lessons in product safety, science and halal-related careers.

Three PSI Government Officials Resign from the Party Simultaneously: Pressure Tactics and an Attempt to Undermine It?

Three senior Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) figures serving in government have resigned from the party, citing a focus on their official duties or differences with the party. Their departures come amid heightened political tensions involving a Supreme Court ruling on Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s school certificate and speculation about efforts to weaken PSI, although the article presents these interpretations as conjecture.

Indonesia Faces Uncertainty on Multiple Fronts; Economist Identifies the Main Causes

Economist Raden Pardede says global shifts in economic power, AI and demographic change, volatile oil prices and rising government bond yields are driving prolonged uncertainty. The pressures are affecting Indonesia’s budget and financial markets, while changes in domestic leadership and policy priorities add to the risks.

DKI yesterday: multi-storey car park and the development of Kampung Bahari

Jakarta’s provincial government plans to build a multi-storey car park in Cideng to address illegal parking and congestion, while the capital remained Indonesia’s largest regional contributor to the economy in the third quarter of 2026. Other developments included confirmation that schools would operate normally during a planned demonstration, the temporary closure of a futsal court over alleged illegal fees, and a community empowerment initiative in Kampung Muara Bahari.

JCI Rises at Start of Week as Foreign Investors Buy These 10 Shares

The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) rose 0.46% to 5,073.77 on Monday, with trading value reaching Rp9.3 trillion. Foreign investors recorded net purchases of Rp98.24 billion across the market, led by substantial buying in Bank Central Asia and Astra International.

Police Investigate Viral ‘Gladiator-Style’ Machete Duel Between Two Teenagers in Kendal

Police in Weleri, Kendal, are investigating a viral video showing two teenagers fighting with large sickles in what was described as a ‘gladiator-style’ duel. Officers say they have yet to identify the teenagers because information about those involved remains limited.

PKS Says Parliament Must Follow Up on Constitutional and Supreme Court Rulings on Gibran’s Diploma

PKS politician Mardani Ali Sera says the House of Representatives must pursue the political process following Constitutional Court and Supreme Court decisions concerning the controversy over Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s diploma. His remarks follow a call by PDIP lawmaker Andreas Hugo Parera for Gibran to resign, warning that otherwise he could face impeachment.

A Year of Post-Disaster Recovery in Sumatra: Tito Emphasises Two Priorities

Home Affairs Minister Muhammad Tito Karnavian has called for faster rehabilitation and reconstruction in disaster-hit areas of Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra, and urged local governments to make fuller use of available budgets. The government has allocated at least Rp12.34 trillion to affected regions, but spending rates vary widely, with some areas having used less than 10 per cent; recovery work is expected to continue through 2028.

Amsterdam Turns Red as 200,000 Protesters Urge the Netherlands to Stop Arms Sales

More than 200,000 people marched in Amsterdam to demand tougher trade restrictions on Israel and an end to Dutch arms sales, amid continuing reports of violence in Gaza despite a ceasefire. The demonstration adds to pressure on the Dutch coalition government, which has adopted a ban on imports from Israeli settlements but has resisted broader sanctions.

Barred from Meetings and Accused of Intimidation, Two Bristol Women Secure Council Apology

Bristol City Council has issued an unconditional apology to two women’s rights campaigners, withdrawn its allegations of intimidation and acknowledged procedural errors in banning them from meetings. The case followed their challenge to the council’s gender-identity policies and raises questions about restrictions on public participation when residents oppose government policy.

Named in Nvidia CEO Spy Allegations, Megaspeed Leases Data Centres in Indonesia

Singapore-based data centre and cloud company Megaspeed has been linked to allegations involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s relationship and to investigations into the alleged diversion of Nvidia AI chips to China, which the company denies. In Indonesia, Megaspeed International Indonesia and Indosat are named as tenants of two data centres planned by NexAI in Cikarang and Batang.

Remembering Panda Nababan

Senior PDI-P politician and former journalist Panda Nababan has died at the age of 82 after battling leukaemia. Party leaders and colleagues remembered him as a courageous advocate for democracy and the public, whose decades of journalism and political work left a lasting legacy.

Sritex (SRIL) Delisted: Lo Kheng Hong Still Holds Shares as Danantara Signals Textile Investment

Textile producer Sritex was delisted from the Indonesia Stock Exchange on 10 November 2026, while veteran investor Lo Kheng Hong remained a shareholder with a 1.02% stake. The move comes as state investment agency Danantara weighs entering the textile sector, potentially by acquiring an existing factory or building new production facilities, with job preservation among its stated priorities.

GAPEKA 2026 to Introduce Pandawa Train, with Four Daily Services Connecting Semarang and Yogyakarta

KAI’s Semarang operating region will launch the Pandawa train between Semarang Tawang and Yogyakarta via Solo when the 2026 railway timetable takes effect on 1 December. The four daily services will offer 300 seats and stop at selected intermediate stations, providing more travel-time options for passengers.

ALMAL Real Estate Development Begins Construction of The One by ALMAL Nusa Dua, a Registry Collection Hotel in Bali

ALMAL Real Estate Development has begun construction of The One by ALMAL Nusa Dua, a 154-unit branded residence project in Bali, under Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ Registry Collection. The groundbreaking follows the issuance of a building approval in October 2026, with the development expected to expand premium accommodation options and create opportunities for local businesses and workers.

Denpasar Culture Agency’s Efforts to Preserve Traditional Games

Denpasar’s Culture Agency is encouraging junior secondary pupils to document traditional Balinese games, which are increasingly being displaced by mobile-phone games. The agency plans to submit one of the best student-made documentary films to the Kota Baru Film Festival in Yogyakarta.

Pregnant Women’s Dental Health Can Affect Their Babies’ Wellbeing

Hormonal changes, morning sickness and altered eating and hygiene habits can make pregnant women more vulnerable to gum disease and tooth decay. A doctor says gum disease has been associated with premature birth and low birthweight, although research has not established a direct cause-and-effect relationship.

Breaking: Trump ‘Bows Out’ of Fight with Iran as Qatar Steps In

Donald Trump has postponed further US strikes on Iran following appeals from Gulf states, while keeping the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz in place. Qatar is again acting as a mediator, but Tehran’s demands remain far apart from Washington’s position and attacks in the region continue.

Seven Motorcycles Returned to Owners After Being Stolen

Police returned seven recovered motorcycles to their owners during an operation in Jakarta, after seizing 177 bikes linked to 94 police reports over the past week. The operation led to the arrest of 105 suspects, including one minor, as authorities sought to address vehicle theft and restore victims’ losses.

From Surabaya to the Mobile Screen: What Heroism Means to Generation Z

On Heroes’ Day, the article argues that young Indonesians need not be invulnerable to be heroic: resilience, purpose and everyday acts of courage matter as much as battlefield sacrifice. It urges families, institutions and the police to make historical role models relevant to Gen Z through accessible storytelling and practical examples, while recognising the contributions of young people today.

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