Hong Kong police have arrested seven people, aged 20-39, in connection with the robbery of six gold bars worth HK$7 million (US$893,102). The victim was ambushed by three knife-wielding suspects at an airport car park after being hired to transport the gold from Indonesia. Some suspects are believed to have fled to mainland China.
Bali police arrested a 67-year-old man, KS, on June 10 for suspected illegal turtle trading. The live animals were seized on the Pegametan coast after residents reported suspicious activity. The suspect allegedly received the protected turtles from Madura for distribution.
A 32-year-old Queensland man, Jay Davis, has been charged with two counts of people smuggling by Australian Federal Police. The charges relate to an alleged 'black flight' in 2025 that flew two wanted New South Wales men into Indonesia with its transponder deactivated. Davis was arrested at Brisbane Airport.
Ghost nets and plastic waste are severely impacting marine ecosystems in Asia, particularly in Indonesia. Coastal communities and conservationists face the burden of collection, with limited regulations to stop vessels from discarding nets. A 2024 report highlights Indonesia's significant plastic waste production and its discharge into the marine environment.
MSCI has again warned of transparency issues in Indonesia's market, citing opaque shareholding structures and coordinated trading. This follows a previous caution that caused stocks to tumble, with the Jakarta Composite Index losing nearly 30% year-to-date.
A 17-year-old Indonesian student, Elmi Febrianti, fell into the sea at a tourist spot in South Sulawesi while taking a selfie. Despite efforts to rescue her, she vanished amidst giant waves.
Indonesian assets have seen a sharp sell-off, with social media users creating a 'Sell Indonesia' narrative. Some users accuse Singapore of benefiting from this negative sentiment, leading to a counter-hashtag #SellSingapore.
China has set a new unwanted Fifa World Cup record, becoming the only qualifying nation since 1938 to have neither a point nor a goal to its name. This comes after DR Congo's draw and Uzbekistan's loss.
A supercomputer, a key component for AI machine learning, has officially begun operations in Indonesia as part of a digital partnership between South Korea and ASEAN nations. The 4.2 petaflops infrastructure aims to boost AI capabilities in the region, with plans for training and joint research.
The Indonesian rupiah recovered from a historic low, trading at 17,762 to the US dollar. The Indonesia Composite Index also rallied 5% after significant market turbulence. Analysts attribute the recovery to Bank Indonesia's aggressive monetary policy, including rate hikes.
Indonesia's $15 billion nutrition initiative for 83 million children and mothers faces controversy over weak oversight, budget transparency, and food safety. Three former nutrition agency leaders were arrested for alleged corruption related to operational kitchens, which have surged in number beyond initial plans.
A strong earthquake caused people to flee into open areas in and around Palu, Indonesia. Hospitals evacuated patients, and images showed heavily damaged structures. Information on casualties and damage is still being gathered.
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit Indonesia's central Sulawesi Island on Tuesday, east-southeast of Palu. While no immediate casualties or damage were reported, hospitals evacuated patients and some structures showed damage. Indonesia is located on the Pacific "Ring of Fire."
Una forte scossa di terremoto di magnitudo 6.7 ha colpito l'isola indonesiana di Sulawesi alle 11:27 ora locale. L'epicentro è stato localizzato a 43 km da Palu, con ipocentro a 18 km di profondità. Non si hanno ancora notizie di danni a persone o cose.
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia on Tuesday, causing strong shaking in Palu and prompting hospital evacuations. The quake, centered 46 km east-southeast of Palu, was followed by several strong aftershocks. Indonesia is prone to seismic activity.
The UK government announced a ban on social media use for children under 16, set to take effect in early 2027. Prime Minister Keir Starmer cited addiction and unhappiness as reasons, drawing parallels to alcohol and tobacco age restrictions. The move has support from campaigners but faces potential opposition from US tech giants.
Germany's 7-1 World Cup victory over Curacao attracted over 23 million viewers. President Steinmeier began his official visit to Indonesia. Meanwhile, a CDU expert called the Iran-US deal a 'disaster,' while a report predicts a shrinking German working population by 2036.
Germany's 7-1 World Cup win captivated over 23 million viewers, while President Steinmeier began an official visit to Indonesia. An Islamist trial also commenced in Essen.
An Indonesian journalist claims declassified US intelligence on Ukraine biolabs confirms "Russian disinformation" narratives, severely damaging BBC's credibility. Fauzan Al-Rasyid stated the West, including the BBC and Ukrainian Embassy in Jakarta, amplified falsehoods about these labs.
The 54th Venice Theatre Biennale, under Willem Dafoe's creative direction, presents a diverse program featuring experimental theatre, cultural fusions, and a focus on marginalized voices. Highlights include Emma Dante's Golden Lion award, Davide Iodice's "Promemoria," and innovative reinterpretations of classic works.
Jessica Beckett, 45, was denied bail in a WA court after being charged with attempted people smuggling. She claims she was only paid $20,000 to sail a yacht to Indonesia and was unaware it was part of a plan to smuggle a fugitive bikie, Dylan Cvek.
Jessica Beckett, a Queensland woman, appeared in court in Western Australia over her alleged role in a plan to smuggle bikie Dylan Cvek to Indonesia. Her lawyer claims she was unaware of the smuggling aspect, believing she was paid $20,000 for a yacht delivery. She was denied bail.
Footage showing an Indonesian maid being abused in Malaysia has resurfaced, leading to renewed concerns about the treatment of foreign domestic workers and prompting calls for the Indonesian government to intervene. Four individuals, two sisters and their husbands, have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Japan and Indonesia are advancing defense cooperation, with discussions focusing on the transfer of decommissioned Asagiri-class destroyers from Japan to Indonesia. This move aims to enhance Indonesia's subsurface awareness and contribute to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
