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Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 20:01 WIB
Rano hopes DKI provincial agencies adopt home renovation programmes
DKI Jakarta Deputy Governor Rano Karno has called on all provincial agencies to establish home renovation programmes, following a pilot initiative by the Civil Service Police Unit (Satpol PP). The programme targets dilapidated housing in the capital, with the first project renovating a 40-year-old building in Cengkareng housing three families, including two persons with disabilities, funded by Rp70 million pooled from Satpol PP members.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:59 WIB
Cahaya Trans Bus Driver's Licence Confirmed Fake, Two Forgers Also Named as Suspects
Forensic laboratory tests have confirmed that the driving licence held by Cahaya Trans bus driver Gilang Ihsan Faruq, involved in a crash that killed 16 people on the Krapyak Toll Road in Central Java, was counterfeit. Semarang Metropolitan Police have now named three suspects — the driver and two individuals who manufactured the forged licence — whilst also charging the bus company's director for failing to oversee operations and allowing an unlicensed vehicle to operate.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:55 WIB
Ministry of Health: Proper Fasting Helps Address Mental Health Challenges in the Modern Era
Indonesia's Ministry of Health has highlighted research showing that proper fasting during Ramadan can significantly benefit mental health by reducing stress hormones, boosting serotonin and endorphin production, and promoting brain cell regeneration. Citing multiple studies — including one showing a 98 per cent contribution of fasting to improved mental health among students — officials emphasised that spiritual practices during Ramadan serve as effective mindfulness therapy, though they cautio
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:52 WIB
US Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Attempt to Deport Palestinian Student
A US immigration judge has terminated deportation proceedings against Palestinian student and activist Mohsen Mahdawi, who led pro-Palestine protests at Columbia University, after the government failed to authenticate a memorandum allegedly from Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The ruling marks a significant legal setback for the Trump administration's immigration enforcement efforts and raises broader concerns about due process and free speech protections in immigration cases.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:49 WIB
Fatal Krapyak Bus Crash: Police Urge Transport Operators to Reform and Comply with Regulations
Police have named the director of PT Cahaya Wisata Transportasi as a suspect in the fatal Krapyak toll road bus crash that killed 16 people in Semarang, citing his failure to oversee company operations. With the Eid al-Fitr homecoming season approaching, authorities are warning public transport operators to strictly comply with safety regulations and ensure passenger welfare, after it emerged the bus driver had only been tested on parking before being assigned to carry passengers.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:48 WIB
Home Affairs Minister: Diaspora Aid from Malaysia for Disaster Victims Held Up at Customs
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian revealed that disaster relief supplies collected by the Acehnese diaspora in Malaysia are being blocked by Indonesian Customs at Lhokseumawe port. President Prabowo Subianto has approved the aid's entry provided it contains no contraband, whilst Deputy House Speaker Dasco Ahmad urged relevant ministers to coordinate with Customs to expedite clearance ahead of Ramadan 2026.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:45 WIB
Home Affairs Minister Reveals Acehnese Diaspora Disaster Aid Still Held Up by Customs
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian disclosed that disaster relief supplies collected by the Acehnese diaspora in Malaysia remain stranded due to customs clearance issues, despite President Prabowo Subianto having authorised their entry. The minister sought support from parliamentary leaders to expedite the release of the aid, which was shipped from Port Klang to Lhokseumawe but blocked by customs authorities.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:44 WIB
PT PP Integrates Occupational Safety, ESG and Green Transport through Tree Planting Initiative
State-owned construction firm PT PP (Persero) Tbk held a tree planting event at Grand Kamala Lagoon in Bekasi as part of National Occupational Health and Safety Month 2026, reinforcing its ESG and CSR commitments. The event also featured the pre-launch of a new TransJakarta route linking Bekasi to Dukuh Atas in Jakarta, aimed at promoting sustainable public transport and improving connectivity between the two cities.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:43 WIB
National Narcotics Agency Declares Vapes a New Medium for Drug Consumption
Indonesia's National Narcotics Agency (BNN) has declared it an "undeniable fact" that electronic cigarettes have become an effective new medium for consuming narcotics and new psychoactive substances. BNN chief Commissioner General Suyudi Ario Seto dismissed the narrative that vapes aid smoking cessation as a scientifically unproven "illusion," revealing that authorities have found liquid methamphetamine, etomidate, and other narcotics concealed in vape liquids.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:42 WIB
Sumatra Disaster Victims to Receive Rp 8 Million in Furniture and Economic Stimulus Aid
The head of the task force for post-disaster rehabilitation in Sumatra, who also serves as Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian, has outlined a financial aid scheme providing Rp 5 million in economic stimulus and Rp 3 million for furniture replacement to victims of severely damaged homes. Those with light to moderate damage may also qualify for partial assistance, whilst the government is currently conducting data collection to identify eligible recipients.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:40 WIB
30 Firefighters Deployed to Search for Drowning Victim at Sunter Lake, North Jakarta
Thirty firefighting personnel have been deployed to search for a resident reported to have drowned at Sunter Lake in North Jakarta. The search operation, which began on Wednesday morning using two rubber boats, is being coordinated by the North Jakarta Fire and Rescue Agency and remains ongoing.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:39 WIB
Curious About the Origins of Epstein's Wealth?
A detailed examination of how Jeffrey Epstein, a college dropout turned maths teacher, amassed a fortune estimated at US$577 million — largely through alleged theft and misappropriation of funds from billionaire Les Wexner, combined with Ponzi scheme involvement and exploitation of elite networks. Recent US Justice Department documents and a New York Times investigation concluded that Epstein built his wealth through "fraud, theft, and lies" rather than financial genius.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:35 WIB
Labour Confederations Voice Support for Police Remaining Under Presidential Authority at House Commission III Hearing
Indonesia's three largest labour confederations — KSPSI, KSPI, and KSBSI — unanimously backed the National Police (Polri) remaining directly under presidential authority during a public hearing at House Commission III. The unions argued that placing the police under a ministry would invite political intervention and hamper its operational independence, citing Polri's contribution to resolving 144 labour disputes through its employment desk as evidence of effective collaboration.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:35 WIB
BNN Chief Highlights Dangerous Phenomenon of Drug-Laced Vapes
The head of Indonesia's National Narcotics Agency (BNN) has warned that vaping devices are increasingly being exploited by drug dealers to disguise narcotic substances, calling the trend extremely dangerous. Commissioner General Suyudi Ario Seto urged stronger regulation of e-cigarettes and nitrous oxide (N2O), dismissing claims that vapes are effective smoking cessation tools and noting that several countries have already banned them. The BNN convened a focus group discussion on e-cigarette reg
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:35 WIB
Fish-catching tradition in Banten serves as community gathering ahead of Ramadan
Residents of Tamansari Village in Serang Regency, Banten, upheld the traditional communal fish-catching ritual known as "Marak" at Situ Citaman lake ahead of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah. The tradition, which involves draining the lake for a collective catch, serves as both a cultural practice and an occasion for strengthening community bonds.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:33 WIB
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte Announces Presidential Bid
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has announced her candidacy for the 2028 presidential election, launching sharp attacks against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr's record on corruption and broken promises. The announcement comes amid renewed impeachment efforts against her and just days before her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, faces pre-trial hearings at the International Criminal Court over alleged crimes against humanity linked to his brutal anti-drugs campaign.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:31 WIB
Preventing Child Grooming: KPAI Urges Passage of Child Care Bill
Indonesia's Child Protection Commission (KPAI) is pressing the government and parliament to expedite passage of the Child Care Bill to combat child sexual violence, including child grooming. The call comes amid a viral case involving a primary school teacher in Sukabumi, West Java, who allegedly engaged in grooming behaviour with a female pupil, which KPAI describes as the tip of the iceberg of a systematic and increasingly sophisticated pattern of child exploitation.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:27 WIB
Satpol PP Deploys 1,900 Personnel During Ramadan, Monitors 43 Brawl-Prone Locations
Jakarta's Civil Service Police Unit (Satpol PP) is deploying 1,900 personnel daily throughout Ramadan to maintain public order, with surveillance focused on 43 locations identified as prone to brawls. The agency is also stepping up enforcement against illegal alcohol sales and unregulated entertainment venues, whilst taking a measured approach to seasonal street food vendors by reorganising rather than banning takjil stalls to preserve pedestrian access on pavements.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:26 WIB
Observer: North and South Coast Arterial Roads Could Serve as Alternative Mudik Routes
A senior transport adviser has proposed Java's northern and southern coastal arterial roads as viable alternatives to congested toll roads during the 2026 Lebaran exodus, which is forecast to involve nearly 144 million travellers. The Transport Minister has meanwhile flagged the dominance of private car use and the Jakarta-Cikampek toll corridor as critical congestion points, whilst reinforcing safety oversight in West Java.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 19:22 WIB
Banyumas Regent: Retirement Marks the Beginning of New Service for Civil Servants
Banyumas Regent Sadewo Tri Lastiono urged 176 retiring civil servants to view retirement as an opportunity for new forms of community service rather than a cause for despondency. The retirement decrees, covering departures effective from April to June 2026, were formally handed over at a ceremony in Purwokerto, Central Java, with the regent cautioning retirees against succumbing to "post-power syndrome."
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