Jakarta, CNN Indonesia – The ominous signs of an accelerating and potentially catastrophic climate crisis are emerging with alarming clarity in the North Atlantic. A distinctive "cold blob" of unusually cool water, located south of Greenland and Iceland, has been identified by scientists as a critical indicator of a weakening Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC)—a vast ocean current system vital …

Karmila Purba, a formidable female motorcycle performer from Sondi Raya, North Sumatra, has transcended the traditional village fairgrounds to achieve international acclaim, performing in the United Kingdom and earning a coveted spot in the global motordrome players’ registry since dedicating herself to the dangerous art of the "tong setan" in 2014. Her extraordinary journey from the pulsating roar of engines …

Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Olivia Rodrigo has recently captured public attention after disclosing a lifelong physical condition that few fans or industry insiders suspected. During a promotional appearance for her latest musical projects, the "good 4 u" hitmaker revealed that she has lived with partial deafness in her left ear since early childhood. The disclosure, made with the characteristic …

China is significantly intensifying its cultural heritage preservation efforts by pioneering an innovative approach that seamlessly integrates historical relics into contemporary societal life. This strategy moves beyond conventional museum containment, emphasizing the profound connection between ancient artifacts and their original landscapes and communities. A striking embodiment of this philosophy can be observed in Baling Village, Gongyi City, Henan Province, where …

Indonesia is set to cement its position as a major player in Asian futsal as it officially gears up to host the highly anticipated AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026. The tournament, a pinnacle of futsal excellence in the continent, will bring together the region’s elite futsal nations, showcasing their skill, strategy, and passion for the sport. The event is scheduled …

In a significant move that underscores the growing importance of Indonesia’s consumer goods sector, PT LOTTE Indonesia officially inaugurated its latest high-tech production facility in Cikarang, West Java, on Saturday, July 12, 2025. This strategic expansion is specifically designed to ramp up the production of LOTTE Choco Pie, one of the company’s flagship products, while integrating cutting-edge manufacturing technologies to …

The Indonesian automotive landscape has once again witnessed the unveiling of a significant update to one of its most beloved scooters, as Honda officially introduced the All New Vario 125. This latest iteration of the 125cc automatic scooter segment leader aims to build upon its established reputation for fuel efficiency, responsiveness, and user-friendliness, while simultaneously injecting a dose of modern …

Jakarta, VIVA – A significant shift in consumer fuel preferences is anticipated in Indonesia, with projections indicating that approximately 10 percent of consumers currently using Pertamax (RON 92) gasoline are expected to migrate to the lower-octane, subsidized Pertalite (RON 90) in the near future. This projected migration comes as a direct response to the recent substantial increase in the price …

Jakarta, CNN Indonesia – Transmart, one of Indonesia’s leading hypermarket chains, once again captivated consumers across the archipelago with its highly anticipated "Full Day Sale" on Sunday, June 14. The event, which ran from store opening until 10:00 PM local time, offered an impressive array of discounts, with savings of up to 50 percent on a diverse range of premium …

Jakarta, Indonesia – June 14, 2026 – Betrand Peto, the adopted son of prominent Indonesian entertainer Ruben Onsu, has broken his silence, launching a vocal defense of his father amidst a highly publicized and increasingly acrimonious dispute involving Onsu and his estranged wife, Sarwendah. Through a series of assertive posts on social media platforms, Betrand Peto, affectionately known as Onyo, …