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Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Member of the Indonesian House of Representatives urges PMII cadres to step up attention to adolescent mental health
An Indonesian MP from Commission VII has urged PMII cadres to heighten awareness of adolescent mental health amid data showing 115 cases of child suicide in the past year, most of them under 15. She called for concrete measures, including volunteer and peer-mentoring programmes supported by psychologists, to support students and the wider community, as part of building a resilient Golden Generation 2045.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
This NATO Leader Rejects U.S. Help, Lectures Trump on Action in Iran
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez rejected Donald Trump's request to base US forces on Spanish soil to attack Iran, signalling Madrid's reluctance to be drawn into Middle East military action. Sánchez argued that Spain will not be coerced by economic intimidation and claimed broad international support for avoiding further conflict, underscoring tensions with the United States over defence commitments. The dispute highlights strains in Madrid-Washington relations as US bases at Rota and Morón figure in regional security deployments.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:29 WIB
Pertamina Hosts SMExpo Ramadan 1447 AH, Encouraging UMKM Growth
Pertamina staged SMExpo Ramadan 1447 AH in Jakarta, showcasing 20 UMKM nurtured by the group to capitalise on Ramadan demand. The event is part of a wider SME development drive that includes incubation via the UMK Akademi, certification support, and international exhibitions, with a rigorous selection process under the Pertapreneur Aggregator that whittles tens of thousands to the top 10. Beneficiary firms report higher sales, revenue growth and employment during the Ramadan period.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:29 WIB
President Prabowo Extends Condolences on the Death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Indonesia's Foreign Minister Sugiono officially conveyed condolences from President Prabowo to Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian on the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran. The letter was delivered during a Jakarta meeting with Iran's Ambassador Mohammad Boroujerdi, in which regional escalation in the Middle East following the US-Israel attack on Iran was discussed, along with calls for adherence to international law and diplomacy to defuse tensions.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:28 WIB
Fitch Revises Indonesia's Outlook to Negative, Purbaya's Aides: Stability Remains Maintained
Fitch Ratings changed Indonesia's credit rating outlook to negative from stable, but kept the Long-Term Foreign-Currency IDR at BBB. The agency cited policy uncertainty while recognising solid economic fundamentals via a Qualitative Overlay +1 notch, and forecast growth around 5% for 2026-2027. The government reaffirmed commitment to macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, deregulation, and structural reforms to sustain investment and growth.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:27 WIB
Fraud Ring Involving 13 Japanese Nationals in Bogor: Impersonating Police Officers and Issuing Fake Arrest Warrants
Thirteen Japanese nationals suspected of online fraud against fellow Japanese were arrested in Bogor for impersonating police officers and presenting fake arrest warrants. The group allegedly extorted victims after luring them into video calls, with operations conducted from three houses in Babakan Madang, Bogor Regency; authorities are coordinating with the Japanese Consulate for deportation.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:26 WIB
BRIN Discovers Two New Endemic Moth Species from Papua and Sulawesi
BRIN researchers have identified two newly described moth species endemic to Papua and Sulawesi, enriching Indonesia's biodiversity records. The findings, published in the February 2026 issue of the Raffles Bulletin of Zoology, underscore distinct habitats and morphological traits that define Glyphodella fojaensis and Chabulina celebesensis.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:26 WIB
Dumb Phone Trend 2026: Why Gen Z Is Abandoning Smartphones for Mental Health
In 2026, Generation Z is increasingly shunning smartphones in favour of basic ‘dumb phones’ as a response to mental-health concerns and digital fatigue. The movement, dubbed the ‘Analog 2026’ era, is driven by high daily screen time, social-media pressures, and a preference for single-tasking, with implications for productivity, privacy, and digital culture.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:25 WIB
ANTM Signs Gold Purchase Deal with MDKA and EMAS for 3 Tonnes per Year
MDKA and EMAS subsidiaries have signed a two-year Gold Sales & Purchase Agreement with ANTAM to supply 3 tonnes of gold annually, with an option to add a further 3 tonnes. The deal sources gold from the Tambang Emas Tujuh Bukit and Tambang Emas Pani, and aims to stabilise domestic offtake while strengthening national upstream-downstream integration. ANTAM describes the arrangement as evidence of national gold sovereignty, refining Indonesia's mined output into pure gold for public ownership.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:24 WIB
Entertainment Entrepreneurs Seek Involvement in the Technical Rules of Jakarta's Smoke-Free Zone By-law
Entertainment industry body Asphija has urged Jakarta authorities to involve industry players in drafting the technical regulations for the KTR by-law, arguing for a fair approach that protects nightlife livelihoods. The push comes as Perda No. 7/2025 tightens smoking restrictions, prompting warnings about potential economic impacts even as the sector contributes to local revenue.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:23 WIB
Ministry of Education, Basic and Secondary Education: Schools with few TKA participants can still be accredited
Rahmawati, head of the Education Assessment Center at Kemendikdasmen, says schools with insufficient or zero TKA sampling for the National Assessment can still undergo accreditation, but not automatic reaccreditation. Schools may undergo a visit-based accreditation if their Rapor Pendidikan is inadequate, and the integration of TKA with Asesmen Nasional is purely technical, keeping separate functions: Rapor Pendidikan evaluates the education system while TKA assesses individual student learning outcomes (SHTKA).
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:23 WIB
KJRI Jeddah: 10,060 Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in Indonesia, 2,278 More to Follow
The Indonesian Consulate General in Jeddah reports that 10,060 Umrah pilgrims have returned to Indonesia amid heightened security concerns in the Middle East, with 2,278 still in the repatriation process as of 3 March 2026. The consulate is maintaining 24-hour readiness, coordinating with airlines and visa authorities to ensure departure schedules, and providing meals and basic needs to those awaiting flights.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:22 WIB
Hormuz Strait Turmoil: Redirecting Oil Imports to the United States as an Alternative
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East threaten Hormuz Strait, prompting Indonesia to consider diversifying energy imports by shifting some crude oil purchases to the United States. DPR member Firnando Ganinduto says this could stabilise supply and reduce vulnerability to global price volatility, while emphasising broader energy resilience including LPG and domestic production.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:22 WIB
PAM Jaya to investigate clean water crisis in Tambora, West Jakarta
Public Water Utility PAM Jaya will investigate a clean water crisis in RW 03, Jembatan Besi, Tambora, West Jakarta, linked to excavation for the Latumeten flyover. Although pipe repairs were completed about two weeks ago, the problem persists, with PAM Jaya deploying a daily clean-water tanker while technicians search for a blockage. Residents report water turning dirty and smelling foul, prompting continued monitoring and response.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:21 WIB
Four Korean Netflix Titles for March 2026, Including BTS ARIRANG Comeback!
Netflix reveals a diverse March 2026 line-up of Korean programming, from a quirky virtual romance to a heartfelt urban romance, topped by BTS's ARIRANG comeback live concert and a behind-the-scenes documentary. The schedule underscores Korea's continuing cultural influence and the synergy between streaming series and live music events.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:20 WIB
Indonesia stresses security in building future capital Nusantara
Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Djamari Chaniago said Nusantara will be a secure, sustainable capital supported by advanced defence and security systems. He noted civil servants could relocate once housing, hospitals, schools, markets and airstrips are ready, emphasising cross-ministry coordination to ensure safe governance, with Basuki Hadimuljono leading the IKN authority. The visit included a tree-planting activity to highlight Nusantara’s green ambitions.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:20 WIB
When Did Islam Arrive in America? From Enslaved People to the Birth of a Mayor
Harvard's Pluralism Project argues Islam has long been present in America, dating to the colonial era and even earlier, via enslaved Africans. The piece highlights figures such as Bilali and Omar Ibn Said, and notes a surge of Muslim public officials in recent years, including Zohran Mamdani’s 2025 election as New York City's mayor.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:19 WIB
Gibran urges santri to adapt to AI and robotic technology
During a visit to Pondok Pesantren Baitul Arqom Al-Islami in West Java, Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka observed AI and robotics training and urged santri to keep pace with rapid technological change. He emphasised that the aim is to develop critical and innovative thinking, integrating modern tech with Islamic education, and noted potential for further development in basic robotics projects as part of a national push toward inclusive, technology-based education.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:19 WIB
SMF channels Rp20.8 trillion of funding to housing-finance institutions in 2025
SMF disbursed Rp20.88 trillion to housing-finance institutions in 2025, up from Rp17.01 trillion in 2024. It also secured Rp10.6 trillion of funding to support this lending, with ratings from S&P Global, Pefindo and Fitch underscoring government backing and SMF's role as a liquidity provider for national housing finance.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 20:19 WIB
Prabowo Invites Ulama and Islamic Organisation Leaders to Iftar at the Palace Tomorrow
President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to break fast with religious leaders, ulama, and leaders of Islamic organisations at Istana Merdeka, Jakarta, tomorrow. The event, described as a routine silaturahmi, will also invite pesantren leaders, and may touch on Indonesia's membership of the Board of Peace (BoP), according to Nasaruddin Umar and Ahmad Muzani. The gathering occurs as Middle East tensions rise following a US-Israel operation and reports of Ayatollah Khamenei's death.
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