The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran has announced the apprehension of four individuals accused of operating as intelligence assets for the Israeli foreign intelligence agency, Mossad. According to official reports released through the state-run IRNA news agency, the arrests took place in the northern province of Gilan. This security operation comes at a particularly volatile moment in regional …

The Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) under the Ministry of Finance has announced significant facilitations for Indonesian Hajj pilgrims, granting exemptions from import duties and taxes on both personal shipments and accompanying baggage. This move aims to alleviate the financial burden on pilgrims and streamline the process of bringing home souvenirs and personal effects from the holy land. …

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Abbas Araghchi, delivered a stark warning on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to the United States, cautioning against the perilous consequences of its escalating provocative actions and stance targeting the strategic Persian Gulf and the vital Strait of Hormuz. The admonition came during a high-stakes telephone conversation with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, where …

The Malaysian economy witnessed a significant escalation in job retrenchments during the first quarter of 2026, with 24,100 workers losing their employment, marking a substantial 47% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. This concerning trend, predominantly affecting sectors heavily reliant on global economic conditions and concentrated in key economic hubs, has ignited anxieties regarding the stability …

The Republic of Indonesia was gripped by a startling development in its ongoing commitment to clean governance and public accountability when Hery Susanto, the recently inaugurated Chairman of the Ombudsman RI, was dramatically arrested by the Attorney General’s Office (Kejagung). This high-profile detention sent shockwaves across the archipelago, not least because Susanto had barely commenced his five-year term, having been …

Munich, Germany – Real Madrid’s quest for an unprecedented 15th UEFA Champions League title was dramatically curtailed on Wednesday night, as they succumbed to a thrilling 4-3 defeat against Bayern Munich in the second leg of their quarter-final tie. The aggregate scoreline of 6-4 in favor of the Bavarian giants sealed Los Blancos’ exit from Europe’s premier club competition, leaving …

Jakarta, Indonesia – April 16, 2026 – Shin Tae-yong (STY), the acclaimed former head coach of the Indonesia National Football Team, has unveiled startling insights into the physical condition of players when he first took the helm in 2020, describing their VO2 max levels as significantly below professional standards, shockingly comparable to those of elementary school children. This revelation, made …

Jakarta – In a surprising display of dedication to personal presentation, Indonesian entertainment icon Ayu Ting Ting recently showcased a meticulously crafted "Korean look" during a celebrity badminton match. The singer and television personality, known for her dynamic stage presence and engaging social media persona, went the extra mile by engaging a professional makeup artist (MUA) and hairdresser to achieve …

Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesian Cigarette Factory Association (GAPPRI) has issued a stern warning regarding proposed government regulations aimed at significantly limiting nicotine and tar levels, alongside an outright ban on various additives in tobacco products. According to GAPPRI Chairman Henry Najoan, these sweeping policy changes threaten the very existence and unique identity of the national kretek industry, potentially jeopardizing …

Indonesia’s textile and textile product (TPT) industry demonstrated robust growth and resilience throughout 2025, attracting significant investment totaling IDR 20.23 trillion (approximately US$1.3 billion) and creating 3.96 million jobs. This vital sector, which grew by 3.55% year-on-year, also recorded substantial export figures of US$12.08 billion, yielding a trade surplus of US$3.45 billion, primarily driven by strong performance in ready-made garments. …