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Weight and Wealth: How Money Matters in Indonesia's Health

December 6, 2025

In Indonesia, a person's weight can say a lot about their wealth. This is not a joke. It is a serious issue. Researchers looked into this. They found that those with more money tend to have a healthier weight. Those with less money often struggle with being overweight or obese. This is not fair. It

weather

Indonesia Battles Severe Floods as Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc

November 30, 2025

Indonesia is facing a massive problem right now. Heavy rains have caused terrible floods, leaving many people missing and forcing hundreds of thousands to leave their homes. The situation is especially bad on the island of Sumatra, where roads are blocked, bridges are damaged, and villages are under

weather

Indonesia's Sumatra Island Faces Deadly Floods and Landslides

November 29, 2025

Indonesia's Sumatra Island is in trouble. Heavy rains have caused floods and landslides, killing at least 248 people. Rescue workers are finding it hard to reach everyone who needs help. Roads are damaged, and communication lines are down. This makes it tough to get aid to the people who need it mos

entertainment

Indonesian Studio Expands Popular Film Franchise

November 29, 2025

Magma Entertainment, a well-known Indonesian production company, has exciting plans for its popular "Qodrat" series. The studio recently announced the third installment, "Qodrat 3, " at the JAFF Market. This follows the success of the first two films and shows the studio's commitment to expanding it

business

A Big Step for Indonesia's Plastic Industry

November 25, 2025

Indonesia is getting a major boost in its plastic industry. A company called IMPC is putting in a lot of money to create a top-notch training center. This place, called IPSI, aims to be the best in ASEAN for learning about polymers, which are a big part of plastics. The idea behind IPSI is to help

environment

Indonesia's Green Mission: Can They Succeed?

November 14, 2025

Indonesia is on a mission to tackle pollution and climate change. They have ambitious targets: reducing emissions by 31% independently and up to 43% with international support. A key part of this mission is protecting and restoring their forests and land, which are vital for this goal. But there's

crime

Unraveling the Jakarta Mosque Explosions: A Closer Look

November 11, 2025

In Jakarta, a recent incident at a mosque has left many puzzled. It happened during Friday prayers, and more than 50 people ended up in the hospital with burns and other injuries. The blasts took place inside a school complex in the Kelapa Gading area. Police are now considering that the explosions

technology

Laughing Matters: A Goldmine of Indonesian Comedy Data

October 25, 2025

In the world of comedy, laughter is the ultimate reward. Now, imagine a treasure trove of laughter, all neatly organized and ready for study. This is exactly what a recent data collection project has achieved, focusing on Indonesian stand-up comedy. The project gathered a massive amount of data fro

health

Aceh's Vaccine Dilemma: When Local Beliefs Clash with Global Health

October 20, 2025

In 2018, a significant number of people in Aceh, Indonesia, refused to get vaccinated during a national measles-rubella campaign. The reason? Many believed the vaccines contained traces of pork, which is forbidden in Islam. This refusal was not just a personal choice; it was backed by the local gove

science

How Culture Shapes Empathy in Indonesia

October 2, 2025

Indonesia is a big country with many different cultures. People there have different ways of showing empathy. Empathy is about understanding and sharing the feelings of others. It can be good for people and society. But it can also have downsides, like making people biased towards those they are clo