The vibrant footballing landscape of Southeast Asia is once again electric as the prestigious ASEAN Hyundai Cup 2026 officially commences, promising a spectacle of skill, passion, and fierce competition among the region’s elite national teams. This biennial tournament, a cornerstone of the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) calendar, serves as the ultimate battleground for regional supremacy. Football enthusiasts across the globe, …

Jakarta, VIVA – Bahlil Lahadalia, the influential Chairman of the Golkar Party and Indonesia’s Minister of Investment, has publicly stated his unawareness regarding reports filed by party cadres against numerous social media accounts accused of creating and disseminating defamatory memes and hate speech targeting him. The reports, initiated by youth wings of the prominent political party, have brought renewed attention …

Jakarta, Indonesia – A large-scale demonstration organized by the National Legal Intellectual Network (Jaringan Intelektual Hukum Nasional) outside the Attorney General’s Office (Kejagung) in South Jakarta on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, escalated into a series of heated confrontations between protesters and law enforcement personnel. The rally, staged on Jalan Panglima Polim, Kebayoran Baru, aimed to exert public pressure on the …

Jakarta – Sudaryono, the recently inaugurated Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) by President Prabowo Subianto, has articulated a bold vision for the nation’s flagship Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program, asserting that its impact extends far beyond mere caloric provision to encompass profound positive effects on the Indonesian economy. Speaking at the State Palace in Central Jakarta on Wednesday, …

The world mourns the passing of Brigitte Bardot, the iconic French actress whose magnetic presence on screen captivated a generation and whose later life was devoted with unwavering passion to animal welfare. Bardot, a true global phenomenon and a symbol of 20th-century cultural shifts, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at her beloved …

The Indonesian National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) has strongly reiterated its steadfast commitment to enhancing the competitiveness of Indonesian food products within the ASEAN region. This strategic push is primarily driven by the ambitious goal of harmonizing food safety regulations across member states, a critical initiative for both public health and economic prosperity. Central to this endeavor …

Jakarta, VIVA – The recent ratification of the Law on the Indonesian International Financial Centre (PFII) marks a pivotal moment for Indonesia’s economic future, signaling a robust commitment from both the government and the House of Representatives (DPR RI) to fortify the national economic framework. This landmark legislation, officially enacted on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 23:20 WIB, is widely …

Users across Indonesia and globally are increasingly encountering a jarring message: "This account cannot use WhatsApp." This sudden blocking of a WhatsApp account, often without explicit prior warning, plunges individuals into confusion, leaving them unable to log in and compelled to seek a review. The immediate consequence is a complete disruption of digital communication, impacting personal connections, professional engagements, and …

Jakarta, Indonesia – Apple Inc. has officially released iOS 26.2, the latest incremental update to its flagship mobile operating system for iPhones. This update, widely anticipated by the global user base, introduces a suite of new features, crucial bug fixes, and significant security enhancements designed to offer optimal protection and an enriched user experience. The rollout underscores Apple’s consistent commitment …

The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) has officially announced PT Telekomunikasi Seluler (Telkomsel), PT Indosat Tbk, and PT XLSmart Telecom Sejahtera Tbk as the successful bidders for the highly anticipated 700 MHz and 2.6 GHz radio frequency bands. This landmark decision, following a comprehensive selection process initiated in April 2026 and concluding without objections in July 2026, marks …