Naniek Sudaryati Deyang has resigned from her position as the head of the Nutrition Agency (Badan Gizi Nasional or BGN), citing a need to seek medical treatment for a heart condition abroad. The resignation was confirmed following reports that she had informed President Prabowo Subianto of her health status. According to reports, the President has … Read more
Moringa oleifera, widely known as “daun kelor” in Indonesia, is celebrated as a “superfood” with deep cultural roots and extensive nutritional claims, yet it faces significant regulatory hurdles when it comes to international commercialization. While the plant is a staple in Indonesian kitchens and traditional medicine, its status as a food product remains restricted in … Read more
Indonesian actor Anjasmara has issued a formal apology following public backlash over comments he made during a live broadcast, which many viewers initially perceived as a critique directed at actress Syifa Hadju. The actor clarified that his remarks were not intended to target Hadju, seeking to quell rumors that had spread rapidly across social media … Read more
Traffic congestion in the Senopati area of South Jakarta has intensified significantly following the emergency dismantling of a pedestrian bridge (JPO) on Jalan Tendean. The structure was rendered unstable after being struck by a crane truck, forcing authorities to close lanes to facilitate safe removal and debris clearance. According to reports from the Jakarta Metropolitan … Read more
Indonesian police have intensified their investigation into three separate corruption cases following a series of raids, including a high-profile search at Cafe de’Clan. The operation, led by the National Police’s Corruption Crime Task Force (Kortas Tipidkor), focuses on uncovering illicit financial flows and asset ownership linked to ongoing graft inquiries. Authorities confirmed that the searches … Read more
A persistent fire at the Jatiwaringin landfill (TPA Jatiwaringin) continues to burn after a week of firefighting efforts, with the Ministry of Environment reporting that only 3.6 percent of the affected area remains active. The blaze has forced 28 local residents into temporary shelters due to smoke, according to reports from Kompas.com and detikNews. Firefighters … Read more
Keiko Fujimori has contested the presidency of Peru in three separate general elections—2011, 2016, and 2021. Keiko Fujimori has declared her victory in the presidential election. The political trajectory of Keiko Fujimori is linked to the legacy of Alberto Fujimori. Peru’s political landscape has remained volatile in recent years. Fujimori’s role and her party’s previous … Read more
The Jakarta Metro Police (Polda Metro Jaya) have formally responded to a pretrial motion filed by Roy Suryo, challenging the validity of his status as a suspect in a high-profile legal case. The police maintain that the investigation into the charges, which involve the alleged distribution of edited materials, has been conducted in full compliance … Read more
KB Bank has confirmed a significant restructuring effort involving the termination of 662 employees and the closure of 21 branch offices. The bank stated that this workforce reduction and consolidation of physical locations are part of a broader strategy to enhance operational efficiency. According to official company disclosures, these measures were implemented over the course … Read more
Dimas Baam, the Indonesian actor best known for his role in Dilema Pilihan and Cinta Ilahi, has been publicly linked to a romantic relationship with a partner who is 12 years younger than him, according to verified social media reports and entertainment industry sources. The age difference—confirmed through multiple verified profiles—has drawn attention to how … Read more