Archive: 4 November 2026
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Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:46 WIB
East Jakarta District Court Limits Attendance at Jokowi Diploma Evidence Hearing
The East Jakarta District Court will cap attendance at 80 people for a public hearing on evidence in a case alleging that former president Joko Widodo’s diploma is fake. The court says the limit is intended to maintain order and comfort, while police have prepared a three-ring security plan in anticipation of Jokowi’s arrival.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:45 WIB
Indonesia’s Natural Resources Could Fuel New Industries and Biofuel Production
Indonesia is seeking to expand value-added processing of commodities including palm oil, coconut, seaweed and sago, with seaweed research pointing to potential biofuel applications. Industry Minister Sarmuji says deeper downstream processing, research and innovation are needed to turn the country’s resource advantages into competitive, sustainable economic growth.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:44 WIB
Apple Tightens Rules on Dating and AI Companion Apps
Apple is tightening App Store age-rating and disclosure requirements for dating services and AI companion apps that include sexual or romantic content. From 16 November 2026, developers must provide updated content descriptions, while also disclosing whether their apps share users’ real-world locations.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:43 WIB
Listyo Sigit Prabowo Served as Presidential Chief of Staff for Just 35 Days
President Prabowo Subianto has dismissed Listyo Sigit Prabowo as Presidential Chief of Staff after he was named a suspect in an alleged illegal wiretapping case involving the president. Sigit held the post for 35 days; Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo has been appointed acting chief while the government prioritises law enforcement and has yet to discuss a permanent replacement.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:43 WIB
Police Officer Found Dead in Suspected Suicide Using Long-Barrelled Firearm
A South Sulawesi police officer was found dead in a room at a company dormitory in Luwu Regency, with authorities suspecting he died by suicide using his service firearm. The body will be taken to Bhayangkara Hospital in Makassar for further examination to establish the cause of death.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:42 WIB
Judge Jokes to Febrie’s Lawyer: ‘It’s Rather Dangerous to Say “Finish Off the Witnesses”’
A judge presiding over the money-laundering trial of former deputy attorney general for special crimes Febrie Adriansyah joked that a lawyer’s use of the phrase “finish off” the first witness sounded dangerous. The trial proceeded with prosecutors questioning the remaining witnesses, while Febrie and two co-defendants face allegations including extortion and laundering hundreds of billions of rupiah.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:42 WIB
Attorney General’s Office Questions ESDM Official over Alleged PT CCM Coal Mining Corruption
Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office has questioned an Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry official as a witness in an investigation into alleged corruption linked to PT CCM’s coal mining operations in North Kalimantan. The alleged offences span 2013 to 2025; investigators say the questioning is intended to strengthen the evidence and complete the case file.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:42 WIB
Democrats Win Midterm Landslide, Taking Control of House and Senate from Republicans
Democrats have won control of both chambers of Congress in a sweeping midterm victory, with media projections showing them securing majorities in the House and Senate. The result gives the party leverage to block President Donald Trump’s agenda, investigate his administration and reject his nominees, amid voter anger over the cost of living, tariffs and his Iran policy.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:40 WIB
Seven Organs Most Quickly Damaged by Too Much Sugar
Persistently high blood sugar can damage blood vessels and nerves, raising the risk of complications affecting the eyes, skin, heart, feet, kidneys, reproductive organs and digestive system. The article outlines these potential effects and stresses that regular treatment, blood-glucose monitoring and healthy habits can help reduce the risk.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:40 WIB
Video: ‘In This Economy’, These Are the Most Sought-After Dental Clinic Services
A 2025 Indonesian health survey found that around 57% of the population had dental and oral health problems, while affordability and limited preventive habits remain barriers to care. Anggi Dental Clinic founder Anggi Pratiwi says visits are still largely driven by aesthetic needs and treatment of toothache, with demand for veneers and aligners rising amid technological advances and changing lifestyles.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:40 WIB
Indonesia says former police chief may have committed ‘treason’ by wiretapping president
The government says former national police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo may have committed treason by allegedly overseeing illegal wiretapping of President Prabowo Subianto and other prominent figures. Listyo has been arrested alongside two senior police officials, while the allegations add to political pressure on the president amid protests, falling approval ratings and scrutiny of Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s eligibility.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:38 WIB
Prabowo Orders Suyudi to Investigate Listyo Sigit Wiretapping Case Thoroughly and Transparently
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto to conduct an objective, transparent investigation into alleged illegal wiretapping targeting the president and other public figures. The government says the case could threaten state interests and security, while the Criminal Investigation Agency has named Listyo Sigit Prabowo and two others as suspects.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:38 WIB
State Secretary Reveals Prabowo’s Order, Citing Highly Sensitive Information That Could Endanger the Country
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed the National Police chief to handle allegations of wiretapping targeting him and other state officials objectively and transparently. The investigation also concerns alleged destruction of electronic evidence and illegal access; officials say the motives remain unknown, while warning that sensitive information could threaten national interests and sovereignty.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:37 WIB
Mensesneg: Motive for Bugging President to Await Investigation
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi says the Palace does not yet know why President Prabowo Subianto and other officials and public figures were allegedly bugged, and is awaiting the police investigation. He described the act as potentially amounting to treason and posing a threat to national security, while urging the public not to be concerned because lawful interception is regulated by legislation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:37 WIB
Indonesia adjusts operational costs for Free Nutritious Meals programme
Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency has capped kitchen operating costs for its Free Nutritious Meals programme at Rp3,000 per beneficiary, while revising partner incentives to Rp2,000 per beneficiary and requiring partners to provide distribution vehicles and equipment. The changes replace uncapped, at-cost operating finance and aim to keep spending within the state budget while maintaining meal quality.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:37 WIB
Corporal Disguises Himself as Four-Star TNI General at Juanda Airport, Suspected of Mental Health Condition
A TNI Army corporal was detained at Juanda International Airport after wearing a uniform bearing four-star general insignia while preparing to fly to Palembang. His commander said he had a previously diagnosed mental health condition that had worsened following the deaths of his parents, and that the unit has recommended early retirement on medical grounds.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:36 WIB
Palace Has Yet to Identify Suspected Mastermind Behind Alleged Spying on President
The Presidential Palace says it is awaiting the police investigation to establish who was behind alleged illegal surveillance targeting the President and other senior figures. Three police personnel have been named as suspects, while President Prabowo has called for the case to be handled objectively and transparently.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:36 WIB
China Launches Lijian-2 Rocket Carrying 18 Satellites into Space
China’s Lijian-2 Y2 rocket has successfully placed 18 Spacesail satellites into their planned orbits, marking the launcher’s first mission to deploy a large-scale internet satellite network. The launch also highlights the capabilities of the domestically developed liquid-fuel rocket, which has a payload capacity of up to 12 tonnes for low Earth orbit.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:35 WIB
Iran’s Strategy Succeeds as Trump Suffers Heavy Midterm Defeat and Democrats Take Control of Congress
Democrats have taken control of both chambers of Congress in a sweeping midterm victory, with Republicans losing ground in traditionally conservative states. Trump acknowledged that the Iran war and higher fuel prices hurt his party, while Democratic control could obstruct his agenda and potentially lead to a third impeachment effort.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:34 WIB
SBY Criticises Indonesia’s Increasingly Wild Politics, Saying Anything Goes in the Pursuit of Power
Former president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has criticised what he sees as increasingly unrestrained political practices in Indonesia, warning that any means appear acceptable in the pursuit of power. He urged President Prabowo Subianto to restore civilised politics, describing it as a historic calling and a mandate from the people.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:33 WIB
State Secretary: President Learned of Alleged Wiretapping from National Police Chief’s Report
President Prabowo Subianto was informed of alleged wiretapping against him by National Police Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo after police began investigating the case. He has directed that the legal process be conducted objectively and transparently; police have named three people suspects over alleged wiretapping, destruction of electronic evidence and illegal access.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:32 WIB
Profile of Lt Gen Ariyo Windutomo, Appointed Acting Head of the Presidential Staff Office After Listyo Sigit’s Dismissal
President Prabowo Subianto has appointed Lt Gen Ariyo Windutomo as acting head of the Presidential Staff Office following the dismissal of Listyo Sigit Prabowo. The move comes as police name Sigit and two other senior officers as suspects in an alleged illegal wiretapping case involving the President.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:31 WIB
Forestry Ministry uncovers suspected timber laundering after seizing 23 containers in Surabaya
The Forestry Ministry says seven of 23 containers of timber shipped from Nabire were accompanied by suspected forged documents, raising concerns that the wood’s origins were being concealed. Investigators are checking the remaining shipments and pursuing the case towards a criminal investigation, with potential implications for forest protection, state revenue and fair competition.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:31 WIB
The Case for a Low-Carbon Coal Special Industrial Zone (KIK-BRK)
The article argues that Indonesia could produce petrol from low-calorie coal through an integrated industrial cluster, using the methanol-to-gasoline (MTG) process and shared infrastructure to reduce costs. It estimates that a plant processing 1.8 million tonnes of methanol annually could produce about 684,000 tonnes of petrol and 72,000 tonnes of LPG, but warns that coal-derived fuel would remain more expensive than imports and could increase the state’s subsidy burden.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:30 WIB
Where to Watch PSS Sleman vs PSGC Ciamis: Check the Schedule and Streaming Link
PSS Sleman host PSGC Ciamis in the League Cup 2026/2027 on Wednesday, 4 November, with kick-off at 3.30pm WIB and streaming available to paid members of the Liga1Match YouTube channel. PSS coach Pieter Huistra plans to rotate his squad after a congested run of fixtures, while the struggling Super League side seek to improve on a record of one win in eight matches.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:30 WIB
Pegasus Can Infiltrate Phones and Access Data Without a Link Being Clicked
Alleged illegal surveillance of several phone numbers, including President Prabowo Subianto’s, has renewed concerns about digital security. Indonesian police have named three suspects over alleged unauthorised surveillance, illegal access and the deletion of electronic data.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:30 WIB
Get Ready: Electric Vehicle Local Content Must Reach 80% by 2029
Indonesia plans to raise local-content requirements for electric vehicles, with battery-pack assembly required domestically at an earlier stage and battery-cell production expected as localisation deepens. Officials say consistent implementation will support the growth of the domestic EV ecosystem, alongside investment in battery materials and recycling.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:28 WIB
Deputy Manpower Minister Calls for Firm Action Against Listyo Sigit and Others Over Presidential Tapping Case
Deputy Manpower Minister Afriansyah Noor has condemned the alleged illegal tapping of President Prabowo Subianto and urged that the suspects face firm action under the law. Police have named three generals, including former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo, as suspects in the case, which allegedly involved surveillance unrelated to law enforcement and the deletion of logs.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:27 WIB
State Secretary Says Listyo Has Not Yet Been Stripped of Mahaputera Star
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi said President Prabowo Subianto has not revoked the Bintang Mahaputera Adipurna honour awarded to Listyo Sigit Prabowo, despite dismissing him as Presidential Chief of Staff. Listyo’s removal follows the naming of several people as suspects in an alleged wiretapping and illegal-access case involving the president and other public figures.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:26 WIB
Gerindra urges police to investigate the mastermind behind alleged wiretapping of the President
Gerindra spokesperson Sugiat Santoso has urged the National Police to pursue not only those accused of carrying out illegal surveillance of President Prabowo Subianto, but also whoever ordered or funded it. He backed the police investigation and called for transparent scrutiny of the motive, while urging the public not to speculate and to let law enforcement handle the case.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:26 WIB
South Korean TV drama industry seeks US$746 million in support as output declines
Twelve South Korean industry groups have called for a 1 trillion won (US$746 million) fund to bolster K-drama production, after output fell from 141 titles in 2022 to about 115 in 2025. They cite rising costs, broadcasters’ reduced investment capacity and competition from streaming and short-form content, although one academic said the problems largely reflected terrestrial television’s decline rather than the wider content sector.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:23 WIB
Jakarta Council Urges More CCTV in Areas Prone to Gang Clashes
Jakarta Council Commission A chair Inggard Joshua has urged the provincial government to expand CCTV coverage in crime-prone areas, including locations vulnerable to gang clashes and drug trafficking. He said Rp80 billion saved through more efficient procurement should be redirected to additional cameras, and called for the governor’s CCTV pledge to be implemented promptly.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:23 WIB
South Jakarta Environment Agency Finds 28 Vehicles Fail Emissions Tests in Pesanggrahan
South Jakarta’s Environment Agency found that 28 of 140 vehicles tested at Pesanggrahan District Office failed to meet emissions standards. The free testing, conducted under a Jakarta gubernatorial regulation, was also intended to encourage regular vehicle maintenance to help improve air quality.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:20 WIB
Prabowo Orders National Police Chief to Handle Alleged Wiretapping Case Transparently
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto to investigate alleged wiretapping targeting the president and other officials objectively and transparently. Three police officers have been named suspects in allegations including unlawful interception, deletion of electronic evidence and illegal access, while investigators continue to establish the motive and scope of the case.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:20 WIB
NASA Telescope Could Fall Over Indonesia Today: How to Track It
NASA’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere in the early hours of 4 November 2026, with debris potentially falling within a band that includes parts of Indonesia. NASA says the risk to people is very low, while the exact re-entry time and location will only become clear shortly before the event; several online services can be used to follow the satellite’s trajectory.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:18 WIB
Huawei FreeBuds SE 5 MAX Offers Long Battery Life and Adaptive Noise Cancellation
Huawei has introduced the FreeBuds SE 5 MAX in Indonesia, offering up to 80 hours of playback on a single charge with ANC switched off and adaptive noise cancellation of up to 52 dB. The TWS earbuds are priced at Rp459,000, with exclusive sales on TikTok Shop from 5 to 10 November 2026 and general sales starting on 11 November.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:18 WIB
Fauzan Husniadi Officially Appointed West Lombok Regional Secretary
Fauzan Husniadi has been appointed regional secretary of West Lombok after an open selection process, with Deputy Regent Nurul Adha urging him to address poverty, stunting, school absenteeism and weak economic growth. Fauzan said his priorities include unifying the civil service and ensuring the 2027 regional budget is directed towards residents’ needs.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:17 WIB
Boncos Residents Struggle to Find Work Because of ‘Drug Village’ Stigma
Residents of Kampung Boncos in West Jakarta say the long-standing ‘drug village’ label makes it difficult for them to find work, with some using addresses elsewhere when applying for jobs. The Jakarta Metro Police and government say their recovery programme aims to erase the stigma through social support and community empowerment, including helping unemployed residents find work.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:17 WIB
Police Chief Urges Untung Jawa Island Residents to Help Maintain Public Order
The Thousand Islands Police chief urged residents of Untung Jawa Island to work with police to prevent security disturbances and maintain community harmony. He made the appeal during a dawn prayer gathering and presented assistance to At-Tawaf Mosque, underscoring a community-based approach to policing.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
Indonesia to offer export training to returned migrant workers
Indonesia’s quarantine authority and migrant workers ministry have partnered to provide returned migrant workers and their families with export training through Quarantine Export Clinics. The programme will help MSMEs meet destination-market requirements and obtain export certification, supporting sustainable livelihoods and local economic resilience.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
Besieged by War and Bombed Refineries, Saudi Aramco Still Reaps Huge Profits
Saudi Aramco reported adjusted net profit of US$31 billion in the third quarter of 2026, up 9% year on year, despite attacks on infrastructure and disruption to key oil shipping routes. Higher oil prices and alternative export arrangements have helped sustain sales, but sharply rising freight costs and the need to invest in new pipelines pose continuing challenges.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:14 WIB
President Prabowo’s Reaction to the Wiretapping Case Involving General Listyo Sigit
President Prabowo Subianto has expressed deep concern over a case involving alleged wiretapping, deletion of electronic evidence and unlawful access to the head of state and other figures. The case has prompted the dismissal of Listyo Sigit Prabowo as Presidential Chief of Staff and the appointment of Ariyo Windutomo as acting chief, while officials say police services will not be disrupted.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:14 WIB
International Trade Grows Rapidly as Pelindo’s Container Throughput Hits 10.3 Million TEUs
PT Pelindo Terminal Petikemas handled 10.31 million TEUs in January–September 2026, up 5.8% year on year, with international container traffic rising faster than domestic volumes. Growth was supported by new shipping services and operational upgrades, including additional cranes and other equipment across several terminals.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:14 WIB
House Commission III Responds to Wiretapping Case Involving President and Listyo Sigit
The head of the House of Representatives’ Commission III says he respects the legal process against three senior police officers accused of ordering illegal wiretapping, including of President Prabowo Subianto. He has urged police to handle the case professionally, objectively and transparently as investigators pursue charges carrying prison sentences of up to 10 years.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:12 WIB
Expert: Wiretapping Must Meet Three Legal Tests
A legal expert says police use of surveillance equipment is lawful only when it meets requirements of authority, procedure and substance, and is limited to law-enforcement purposes. The remarks follow the naming of three senior police officers as suspects in an alleged illegal wiretapping case involving President Prabowo and other public figures; violations could trigger administrative and criminal consequences as well as police disciplinary sanctions.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:12 WIB
KPK Probes Allegation That Suspended Pemalang Regent Asked Regional-Owned Companies for Money
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is investigating claims that suspended Pemalang Regent Anom Widiyantoro sought money from several regional-owned enterprises, questioning five witnesses in connection with the allegation. The inquiry forms part of a case stemming from a July 2026 sting operation, which led to four suspects being named in two alleged extortion schemes.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:11 WIB
Palace Responds to Contents of Prabowo Conversations Tapped by Listyo Sigit and Others
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi said President Prabowo Subianto was deeply concerned by the alleged illegal wiretapping, but he did not yet know what the intercepted conversations contained. He said electronic interception was technically possible and confirmed that Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo had been appointed acting head of the Presidential Staff Office while the government coordinated with the National Police chief to maintain police services.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:10 WIB
Palace: Alleged Spying on Head of State Could Amount to Treason
State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi said alleged unlawful surveillance, deletion of electronic evidence and illegal access targeting the President and other state officials could constitute acts tending towards treason and threaten national interests. Three police officers have been named as suspects and detained; President Prabowo has instructed police to investigate objectively and in accordance with the law.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:10 WIB
US Election Results: Democrats Take Control of House and Senate, Leaving Trump ‘Lame-Duck’?
Democrats are projected to win control of both chambers of Congress in the 2026 midterm elections, making major gains in traditionally Republican states and dealing a significant blow to President Donald Trump. The new majority will strengthen congressional oversight of his administration, though Trump’s veto power and Senate rules are likely to constrain the Democrats’ legislative agenda.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:09 WIB
Station-Level Black Start Test at Hebei Power Grid Wind Farm Succeeds
Hebei Power Grid has completed its first station-level black start test at a grid-forming wind farm, using energy storage and a turbine to energise a 35 kV collector line for more than three hours. The trial demonstrates how wind farms could provide local emergency power and help restore electricity more quickly as wind and solar account for an increasingly large share of the region’s installed capacity.