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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...
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...
BRICS Summit: Prabowo to voice Indonesia's role as bridge builder
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - President Prabowo Subianto will highlight Indonesia’s stance and role as a bridge builder during the country’s first-ever participation in the BRICS Summit, which is taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the Ministry of...
Thousands run Bali’s cliffs in 2025 Culture Run event
Antara
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July 6, 2025
Denpasar, Bali (ANTARA) - Around 4,000 runners took on the dramatic karst cliffs of Pandawa Beach in Bali during the Bank BPD Bali Culture Run 2025 on Sunday. “This event combines health, tourism, and cultural promotion through sport,” said Bank...
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince, an Avid Player of Video Games, Drives Cultural Transformation in the Once-Repressive Monarchy
The New York Sun
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July 6, 2025
The following is an excerpt from Karen Elliott House’s forthcoming book, ‘The Man Who Would Be King: Mohammed bin Salman and the Transformation of Saudi Arabia.’ Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is seeking to create opportunities for fun in the...
Inclusive protection for women, children needs joint efforts
Antara
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July 5, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Ministry highlighted that collaboration among ministries, institutions, regional governments, the private sector, and international partners is crucial to building an inclusive...
Crowds flock to final day of Star Education Fair in JB
The Malaysian Star
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July 6, 2025
JOHOR BARU: The Star Education Fair continued to draw crowds on its second day as visitors explored study options and scholarship opportunities. Organised by Star Media Group, the two-day fair features 40 institutions occupying over 55 booths,...
India snatch Women's Asian Cup spot, Nepal narrowly miss out
Daily Star
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July 5, 2025
Sun Jul 6, 2025 12:43 AM Last update on: Sun Jul 6, 2025 12:54 AM Star Sports Report Sun Jul 6, 2025 12:43 AM Last update on: Sun Jul 6, 2025 12:54 AM Chinese Taipei, North Korea, India, the Philippines, Uzbekistan and Vietnam confirmed their...
Indonesia, France explore film industry collaboration
Antara
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July 5, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Creative Economy is exploring strategic collaboration with France in the film industry, including in co-production, exchange of talents, and creative training. “As part of our strategic efforts to encourage...
Boar escape sparks scrutiny of crowded South Jakarta animal shelter
The Jakarta Post
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privately-managed animal shelter in Pejaten, South Jakarta, is facing mounting pressure following the escape of a rescued wild boar from its facility last month, prompting nearby residents to call for its immediate closure. Shelter founder Susana...
Jakarta smoke-free zones won't hurt small businesses: CHED
Antara
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July 5, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The designation of smoke-free zones in Jakarta is not expected to negatively affect small businesses, according to the Center of Human and Economic Development (CHED) at Ahmad Dahlan Institute of Technology and Business,...
9 New Anime Titles Exclusively on Crunchyroll in July 2025
Tempo.co
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July 7, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Crunchyroll has announced a list of the latest anime titles premiering in July 2025 for fans in Indonesia. There are nine new anime titles exclusively premiering on Crunchyroll in Southeast Asia this month. Here is the list: 1....
Pakistan women beat Kyrgyzstan, finish second in AFC Qualifiers
The Nation
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July 6, 2025
LAHORE - Pakistan women’s football team concluded their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers campaign on a high note, defeating Kyrgyzstan 2-1 in their final group match and finishing second among four teams. Despite the impressive win and finishing...
Immigration busts marriage-for-visa syndicate after raids in Putrajaya
The Malaysian Star
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July 5, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: A marriage-for-visa syndicate targeting senior citizens was busted with the arrest of five men, including the masterminds. Immigration department officers conducted the raids in Putrajaya at about 9.19am on Thursday (July 3)....
Mochizuki Speaks Out on Indonesian Women's National Team Elimination in 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers
Tempo.co
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July 6, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian women's national football team has been eliminated from the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup qualifiers. They lost 1-2 to Taiwan in the final match of Group D at Indomilk Arena, Tangerang Regency, on Saturday, July 5,...
Indonesian Minister Hopes Prabowo's BRICS Agenda in Brazil Not Stirred by Rinjani Incident
Tempo.co
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July 5, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Coordinating Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections, Yusril Ihza Mahendra, hopes that the death of Juliana Marins on Mount Rinjani will not disrupt the good relationship between Indonesia and Brazil....
Indonesia Rolls Out Visa-Free Entry for Turkish, Brazilian Nationals
MENAFN
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Indonesia has officially rolled out a visa-free entry program for Turkish citizens, effective Thursday, marking a significant milestone in the country's immigration policy. This move, as reported by media, also extends to Brazilian...
Educating the Younger Generation with Dian Afriza
Indonesia Expat
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July 5, 2025
For Dian Afriza, teaching is not just a job; it is a source of happiness and a way to channel his passion for Indonesia’s younger generation. When I returned to my hometown, Palembang, I met a friend of mine, Dian Afriza. He is now 28 years old...
Indonesia’s law ministry vows just, human rights-based governance
Antara
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July 5, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia’s Coordinating Ministry for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections (Kemenko Kumham Imipas) reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening governance in these sectors through an inclusive, just, and human...
BRICS Leaders Condemn Pahalgam Terror Attack, PM Modi Says ‘Terror Must Be Opposed As A Principle, Not Convenience’
News24
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July 7, 2025
BRICS Summit: Leaders of BRICS nations on Sunday reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms. In a joint declaration at the 17th BRICS Summit, the leaders condemned the Pahalgam terrorist attack of April 22 in Jammu and...