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Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:29 WIB
International experts assess US-Israel attacks on Iran as test of Board of Peace credibility
Ahmad Khoirul Umam, an international relations expert at Paramadina University, contends that the US-Israel military strikes against Iran represent a critical test of the Board of Peace's credibility and expose contradictions between stated commitments to stability and actual military operations. He warns that if the international community normalises such Middle Eastern conflicts without response, the US and Israel may extend their military ambitions to other regions including Greenland, Canada
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:25 WIB
Role of 3 Debt Collectors Who Stabbed Advocate in Tangerang; 2 Still Wanted
Metro Jaya Police have arrested one debt collector (JBI) for stabbing an advocate in Kelapa Dua, Tangerang on 23 February 2026 during an attempted vehicle repossession, whilst two other perpetrators (SS and HK) remain at large. The three debt collectors became involved in an altercation with the victim over a two-month arrears on a Toyota Fortuner, which escalated into violence resulting in three stab wounds to the victim's abdomen.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:21 WIB
KBRI Muscat Urges Indonesian Citizens to Remain Alert and Follow Official Directives
The Indonesian Embassy in Muscat has issued an advisory to all Indonesian citizens in Oman to remain calm and heighten vigilance following explosions, airspace closures and flight cancellations resulting from United States and Israeli military strikes on Iran. The embassy urges Indonesian nationals to comply with official Omani government directives and those of the Indonesian diplomatic mission, register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Indonesian Citizen Care portal, and contact the embas
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:20 WIB
Airspace Closures Lead to Cancellation of Umrah Pilgrim Departures; Government Mitigation Measures Outlined
Following airspace closures across several Middle Eastern nations due to escalating regional security tensions, the Indonesian government has implemented mitigation measures to assist affected umrah pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. The Hajj Affairs Office in Jeddah has deployed three coordinated teams across three airport terminals to provide support and manage flight schedule disruptions, whilst Saudi Arabia and neighbouring nations continue limited flight operations under heightened alert status.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:18 WIB
Data and Facts on the Israel-US War Against Iran
Israel and the United States launched coordinated military strikes against Iran on 28 February, resulting in significant casualties including the reported death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran. Iran conducted retaliatory missile and drone attacks across the region, targeting Israel, the UAE, and Qatar, with missiles striking Tel Aviv and damaging infrastructure in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. In response, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards have effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz to
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:15 WIB
UN Emergency Council Meeting Discusses US-Israel War Against Iran, Here Are the Results
The UN Security Council held an emergency two-hour meeting on 28 January 2026 to discuss escalating military tensions between the US-Israel coalition and Iran in the Middle East. UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the US and Israeli attacks as "flagrant aggression" and illegal violations of the UN Charter, whilst also criticising Iran's retaliatory strikes against Israel and seven countries hosting US military bases. The meeting revealed significant disagreement among parties regard
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:11 WIB
OpenAI reports ChatGPT weekly active users surpass 900 million
OpenAI has announced that ChatGPT has reached 900 million weekly active users and 50 million paying customers, with significant growth recorded in January and February. The company simultaneously announced securing $110 billion in private funding from major investors including Amazon ($50 billion), Nvidia ($30 billion), and SoftBank ($30 billion), valuing the company at $730 billion prior to the investment round.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:08 WIB
Burj Khalifa Dubai Hit in Iranian Retaliation Strike
A drone fragment from Iranian retaliatory strikes against the United States and Israel struck Dubai's iconic Burj Al Arab hotel, not the Burj Khalifa as widely reported on social media. The incident resulted in minor fire damage to the hotel's exterior, whilst other Dubai locations including Jebel Ali Port and Fairmont The Palm also sustained damage from intercepted projectiles, with four people injured at Dubai International Airport.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:01 WIB
Iran's Internet Completely Paralysed Following US-Israeli Airstrikes, Only 4 Per Cent Remaining
Iran's national internet infrastructure has suffered near-total collapse following a joint US-Israeli military air offensive, with connectivity dropping to just 4 per cent of normal capacity according to global internet monitoring body NetBlocks. The shutdown, which occurred simultaneously with airstrikes targeting strategic Iranian military and nuclear facilities, has effectively isolated the nation from external communication and preceded cyber attacks on state news agencies IRNA and ISNA. US
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:01 WIB
Mobile Driving Licence Service Available at Two Locations Today
Jakarta Metro Police opened two mobile driving licence (SIM) service centres across Jakarta on Sunday to facilitate citizens in renewing or obtaining this essential motoring requirement. The mobile service operates from 07:00–12:00 WIB and serves only SIM A and SIM C categories for valid licences, with renewal fees of Rp80,000 and Rp75,000 respectively, plus additional charges for health checks and psychological assessments. SIM validity now runs for five years from the date of issue rather than
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:01 WIB
Traffic Management During Lebaran Exodus to Rely on Radar and Traffic Counting Systems
Indonesia's National Police Traffic Corps (Korlantas Polri) is implementing technology-based traffic management strategies ahead of the Lebaran holiday exodus, utilising radar and traffic counting systems to determine when to activate contraflow and one-way traffic measures. The decision to implement these measures will be based on real-time data monitoring, with contraflow on lane 1 activated when vehicle volume reaches 4,500–5,000 per hour and lane 2 contraflow initiated at 6,400 vehicles per
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:00 WIB
Managing Overthinking in the Age of Social Media
Mental health advocate Lady Noor Chita discusses how social media facilitates harmful self-comparison and overthinking among adolescents, emphasising that whilst comparison is natural human behaviour, excessive focus on others can become destructive. She advocates for regular digital detoxes and a return to reality to evaluate personal happiness independently of others' curated online personas, rather than against external standards.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 08:00 WIB
Gen Z: Are They Ready for Career Opportunities and Investment in the Year of the Fire Horse 2026?
Generation Z faces intensifying competition for entry-level positions in 2026 amid technological disruption and economic uncertainty, according to World Economic Forum data based on analysis of 126 million global job vacancies. However, BaZi practitioners view 2026 as the "Year of the Fire Horse" with expansive energy that could present new opportunities for adaptable younger workers willing to invest in skill development and personal branding. Despite technological adoption among Gen Z workers,
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 07:59 WIB
Trump Announces Death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Calls Ali Khamenei a Criminal
US President Donald Trump has announced the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, following a massive joint US-Israeli military strike on Tehran on 28 February 2026. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also claimed signs indicate Khamenei was killed in the attack that targeted his residence compound with dozens of bombs, though Iran has not yet officially confirmed his death. The strikes resulted in at least 201 deaths and 747 injuries according to the Iranian Red Crescent.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 07:58 WIB
Senior Politicians Defect to PSI, Abandoning Long-Held Party Affiliations
Several senior Indonesian politicians have recently switched to the Partai Solidaritas Indonesia (PSI), including Nina Agustina from PDI Perjuangan and three former NasDem members—Ahmad Ali, Bestari Barus, and Rusdi Masse Mappasessu. PSI, led by Kaesang Pangarep (son of President Joko Widodo), is expected to attract many more prominent figures, as Jokowi has publicly stated the party is becoming increasingly open and inclusive.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 07:55 WIB
BGN: Free Nutritious Meal Programme Does Not Disrupt Health and Education Budgets
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has addressed concerns that the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme would drain budgets from other ministries, asserting that no funds have been taken from other departments this year. BGN allocated Rp 24 trillion for health-related nutrition support and Rp 223 trillion for school meal programmes within health and education functions respectively, whilst ensuring that the budgets of the Health Ministry, Education Ministry, and teacher allowance transfers all
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 07:51 WIB
Jakarta This Week: Monorail Demolition and Mudik Appeals
Jakarta's provincial government has announced several significant developments over the past week, including a target completion date of June 2026 for the demolition of monorail pillars and the rehabilitation of Jalan HR Rasuna Said in South Jakarta. Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo has also prioritised initiatives including a cattle fattening facility in Ciangir, Banten to boost meat supply, expanded participation in the free Mudik 2026 programme for residents outside Jakarta, and a formal circula
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 07:50 WIB
Police Personnel Reshuffled Following Sleman Controversy and Bima Drug Case
Indonesia's National Police (Polri) has reshuffled 54 personnel, including demotions of three high-ranking officers facing ethical and criminal investigations, as part of internal management restructuring. Notable moves include the reassignment of the Sleman City Police Chief KBP Edy Setyanto Erning Wibowo to the Legal Division and the demotion of former Bima City Police Chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro, who is currently a suspect in drug trafficking and abuse cases. The police stated the restruct
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 07:45 WIB
FIFA's Response Following US-Israel Military Attack on Iran
Following a major military strike by the United States and Israel on Iranian targets on 28 February 2026, FIFA has stated it will monitor developments but remains committed to ensuring a safe 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico with all qualified teams participating. Iran has qualified for the tournament and will be permitted to compete alongside other nations, with FIFA introducing special visa provisions (FIFA PASS) for international supporters despite travel restrictions on certain c
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 07:45 WIB
Sukabumi Man Expelled from Indonesia Becomes King of Global Hotels
Adrian Zecha, an Indonesian businessman from Sukabumi, founded Aman Resort in 1988, which has grown into one of the world's largest luxury hotel chains operating in 20 countries. Forced to leave Indonesia during President Soekarno's nationalisation of private enterprises in 1956-1957, Zecha built his global hospitality empire by pioneering an exclusive, small-scale hotel concept designed to preserve the natural beauty of remote destinations, with properties including the renowned Amanjiwo overlo
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