In a move that marks a significant shift in the trans-Pacific economic relationship, United States President Donald Trump announced on Monday, January 26, 2026, a sharp increase in tariffs on key South Korean goods. The administration will raise duties from 15 percent to 25 percent on South Korean automotive, timber, and pharmaceutical products, alongside a broader application of reciprocal tariffs. …

Aktris berbakat Indonesia, Sheila Dara Aisha, baru-baru ini kembali mencuri perhatian publik melalui serangkaian unggahan di akun Instagram pribadinya. Mengambil jeda dari kesibukan industri hiburan tanah air, ia menghabiskan waktu liburan musim panas di Korea Selatan pada bulan Agustus lalu. Dalam kunjungannya kali ini, Sheila tidak sekadar menikmati pemandangan ikonik di Seoul, tetapi juga melakukan eksplorasi kuliner yang intens, mulai …

The Indonesian entertainment landscape was once again captivated by the high-profile appearance of singer Syahrini during the 40th-anniversary concert of the legendary music group Kahitna, held on September 5, 2026. Known for her signature "Princess Syahrini" persona, the singer’s choice of attire and high-value accessories became a focal point of public discourse, sparking extensive media coverage regarding her personal wealth, …

Manchester United delivered a masterclass in tactical discipline and clinical finishing on Friday, September 11, 2026, securing a comfortable 4-0 victory over Sabah in the league phase of the UEFA Champions League. Playing in front of a roaring home crowd at Old Trafford, the Red Devils showcased their continental ambitions by overwhelming their opponents with a relentless first-half display, followed …

The Indonesian Navy (TNI Angkatan Laut) is set to reach a historic milestone in its maritime power projection as the Italian-built aircraft carrier ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi begins its final voyage toward the Indonesian archipelago. Departing from Italy on August 24, 2026, the vessel marks a transformative moment in the modernization of the Indonesian military, signaling the nation’s emergence as a …

Jakarta — As the administration of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto navigates the complex socio-economic realities of its governance term, political observers continue to scrutinize the operational mechanics of the executive branch. A prominent critique has emerged regarding the structural distribution of power within the current cabinet, with experts pointing to an excessive reliance on the president’s personal intervention to resolve …

Bank Indonesia (BI) has projected that the retail sales sector in Indonesia will maintain a positive growth trajectory throughout August 2026. According to the latest data released by the central bank, the Real Sales Index (IPR) is forecasted to grow by 0.5 percent on a year-on-year (yoy) basis. This moderate expansion signals a resilient domestic consumption pattern, even as the …

Jakarta — In a sweeping effort to overhaul Indonesia’s welfare infrastructure and eliminate systemic inefficiencies, the government is preparing to launch a centralized, digital-based social protection (perlinsos) system. Spearheaded by Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Chairman of the Committee for the Acceleration of Government Digital Transformation and Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN), the initiative guarantees that 50 million of Indonesia’s …

The motivation behind Elon Musk’s rapidly expanding family has long been a subject of public curiosity, but a new, four-hour documentary by acclaimed filmmaker Alex Gibney suggests that his drive for procreation is tethered to a profound, existential anxiety regarding the future of Western civilization. According to testimonies revealed in the film, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival, Musk’s …

The landscape of the global smartphone market shifted dramatically this week as Apple officially unveiled the iPhone Duo, the company’s first-ever foray into the foldable device segment. Announced during the highly anticipated Apple Event, the device signifies a strategic pivot for the Cupertino-based tech giant, bringing its signature ecosystem and hardware refinement to a form factor that has been dominated …