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Apr 4, 2025 · Jakarta. Indonesia is ready to host the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships later this year, according to a representative from the sport’s global governing body. Indonesia will hold the competition on Oct. 19-25. It will be the first time for Indonesia or any Southeast Asian country to be its ...

Rescue workers evacuate residents from their flooded homes in East Pejaten, Jakarta, on Monday, March 3, 2025. (B-Universe Photo/Joanito De Saojoao) Rescue workers evacuate residents from their flooded homes in East Pejaten, Jakarta, on Monday, March 3, 2025. (B-Universe Photo/Joanito De Saojoao) Workers operate backhoes to remove debris and waste from the Ciliwung River in Jagakarsa, South ...

Mar 17, 2025 · Jakarta.The highly anticipated clash between Australia and Indonesia in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers is set to take place at Allianz Stadium in Sydney on March 20.

Dec 20, 2024 · Complete List of Public Holidays in 2025. January 1 (Wednesday): New Year's Day 2025 January 27 (Monday): Isra Mikraj (The Night Journey and Ascension) of Prophet Muhammad January 29 (Wednesday): Chinese New Year 2576 March 29 (Saturday): Nyepi (Balinese Day of Silence, Saka New Year 1947) March 31-April 1 (Monday-Tuesday): Eid al-Fitr (1446 Hijri) April 18 (Friday): Good Friday

Mar 18, 2025 · Jakarta.Heavy flooding has inundated 29 neighborhood units (RT) across East Jakarta, West Jakarta, and South Jakarta, with water levels reaching up to 2.5 meters, the Jakarta Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) reported on Tuesday.

May 29, 2018 · The story has been adapted many times into stage plays, movies and TV series. In 2005, it was made into an Indonesian soap opera (sinetron) set in contemporary Indonesia.Bawang Merah and Bawang Putih became high-school teens.

Sep 2, 2024 · To avoid delays during immigration clearance, travelers are advised to download the app and fill out the form before departing for Indonesia. "This requirement applies to all international visitors, regardless of their country of origin," Holik added.

Apr 7, 2025 · Presiden. President Prabowo Subianto on Monday attended a national harvest event in Majalengka Regency, marking what he described as a significant boost in Indonesia’s agricultural productivity and a step toward national food sovereignty. The event, held simultaneously in 157 regencies and cities ...

Dec 26, 2024 · Jakarta.Indonesia stand out as a bright spot in the global transition to electric mobility, with strong growth in electric vehicle (EV) sales in 2024, even as major markets like Germany and Japan experience declining demand.