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Indonesia’s textbook rewrite can’t erase a dark history
The Straits Times
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July 6, 2025
JAKARTA - Since January, more than 100 Indonesian historians and archaeologists have been working on a new 10-volume national history series to be taught in schools. The project, which is backed by the Ministry of Culture, is scheduled for release...
Rock in the Jungle 2.0 set to electrify Sarawak Cultural Village this August
Borneo Post
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July 7, 2025
Several RiTJ 2.0 line-up members pose for a group photo during the recent briefing session. KUCHING (July 7): The much-anticipated Rock in the Jungle (RiTJ) festival is set to return for its second edition on Aug 29 and 30, promising another round...
Indonesia promotes Bengkulu’s historic, natural attractions
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Deputy Minister of Tourism Ni Luh Puspa is encouraging tourists to visit and explore destinations in Bengkulu Province, which offers historical sites tied to Indonesia’s independence as well as stunning natural landscapes. “We...
Filipinas qualify for AFC Women’s Asian Cup ‘26
Manila Standard
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July 6, 2025
A mission has been accomplished again. Chandler McDaniel said this after the Philippine National Women’s Football Team repulsed Hong Kong, 1-0, in Group G of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 Qualifiers on Saturday. “The team had a goal....
Ukraine will be proudly represented at The 4th Indonesian Ballet Gala
The Odessa Journal
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Ukraine will participate in the 4th Indonesian Ballet Gala Concert on July 6 in Jakarta, represented by the outstanding dancer Andriy Havryliuk. This was announced on Facebook by the Embassy of Ukraine in Indonesia. Andriy Havryliuk is the...
Floods Inundate Jakarta After Cuts to Disaster Relief
Global Press Journal
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July 6, 2025
EAST JAKARTA, INDONESIA — Wiyanti was crushed by exhaustion after spending noon until midnight trying to purge water and mud from her family’s home. It still wasn’t completely clean. Floodwaters more than a meter deep crept into the ground level...
Indonesia rewriting history to build stronger identity: Minister
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The government's ongoing project to rewrite Indonesia's official historical narratives is intended to help the nation fully grasp its identity and chart its future direction, according to Minister of Culture Fadli Zon. "It is...
'Jakarta in Colors' highlights Betawi cultural pride, says governor
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The "Jakarta Dalam Warna" (Jakarta in Colors) event is part of an effort to establish Jakarta as a city of culture, with a special emphasis on Betawi heritage, according to Governor Pramono Anung. "Events like this should not...
Internet access at Sekolah Rakyat to support education digitalization
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Communications and Digital Affairs (Kemkomdigi) is committed to ensuring internet access at Sekolah Rakyat (People’s Schools) to support teaching and learning activities and advance digitalization in the...
Indonesia's Prabowo to joins BRICS Summit talks on peace, security, AI
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Rio de Janeiro (ANTARA) - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is set to join world leaders for plenary sessions on world peace, global security, and artificial intelligence (AI) during the 2025 BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sunday....
Indonesia adds three more golds at ASEAN Climbing Championship
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia's sport climbing team wrapped up the ASEAN Climbing Championship 2025 with a remarkable performance after securing three additional gold medals on the final day of competition in Malaysia on Sunday. According to data...
Indonesia's NTT to launch "Tour de EnTeTe" cycling event in September
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Kupang (ANTARA) - Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) province will host a new international cycling event, the “Tour de EnTeTe,” from September 10 to 21, aimed at showcasing the region’s tourism potential. More than 100 professional cyclists,...
Gilas women lose steam vs Chinese Taipei to end Jones Cup stint
Philippine STAR
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July 6, 2025
MANILA, Philippines -- Gilas Pilipinas women exited like how it started with another defeat to host Chinese Taipei, this time absorbing a 76-57 loss to Chinese Taipei University Sports Federation at the close of the 2025 Women’s Jones Cup Sunday...
Indonesia's DPR to form oversight team for govt's history rewrite
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia's House of Representatives (DPR) will form a special team to oversee the national history rewriting project initiated by the Ministry of Culture, to ensure it is carried out properly. DPR Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco...
Ejen Ali 2: Hit movie scores big in Indonesia as versatile actor Azman Zulkiply continues to shine as voice actor
The Malaysian Star
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July 6, 2025
Ejen Ali The Movie 2 (EATM2), the highly anticipated sequel to Malaysia’s hit animated feature, is enjoying a strong run in Indonesia, with its theatrical release now extended to 240 cinemas, more than triple the number when it premiered on June...
Indonesia’s Sekolah Rakyat to include street children, says official
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Bandung (ANTARA) - Sekolah Rakyat, Indonesia’s tuition-free school program for children from poor families, is also intended to serve street children, according to the Ministry of Social Affairs. Speaking in Bandung, West Java, on Saturday, Idit...
SW Papua wants to build state university to answer educational needs
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Sorong, Southwest Papua (ANTARA) - The Southwest Papua Provincial Government has proposed the establishment of a state university to the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology as an important step in addressing the region's...
Minister asks game industry to protect children from violent content
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid has asked the national gaming industry ecosystem to protect children by restricting access to violent content for underage users. “We want Indonesia’s gaming industry to...
Pramono focuses on education, health, economy for quality families
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung emphasized his administration’s commitment to addressing core issues in education, health, and welfare to help build resilient families in the capital city. "Based on my observations, Jakarta still...
Taiwan qualifies for 2026 Women's Asian Cup with win over Indonesia
Focus Taiwan
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July 6, 2025
Taipei, July 6 (CNA) Taiwan's women's soccer team officially qualified for the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup in Australia after defeating Indonesia 2-1 in Tangerang, Indonesia, on Saturday to top their qualifying group. Taiwan got a goal on a...