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A school group founded with a simple mission to make quality international education affordable now serves students across Southeast Asia after three decades. SIS Group of Schools marks its 30th anniversary by opening a new lakeside campus in North East Jakarta.
A Jakarta international school is preparing students for university with emotional resilience training, not just test scores. Research shows wellbeing skills predict success more than grades alone.
Indonesia's capital is betting big on electric vehicles to slash carbon emissions in half by 2030. The city is rolling out charging stations and converting government fleets as part of an ambitious clean air plan.
Australia and Indonesia just sealed their strongest partnership ever with a landmark security pact that brings two neighbors closer than they've been in decades. The Treaty of Jakarta marks a new era of trust and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
Indonesian authorities intercepted hundreds of kilograms of toxic mercury hidden in carpets at Jakarta's largest port, preventing the neurotoxin from reaching illegal gold mines in the Philippines. The bust highlights growing enforcement efforts against mercury trafficking as record gold prices drive demand for the dangerous metal.
Victor Lai overcame a roaring home crowd to defeat Indonesia's favorite player in Jakarta, capturing his first major badminton championship. The young Canadian stayed calm under pressure to win the Indonesia Open in straight games.
Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi made history as the first Indonesian men's volleyball team to win Asia's continental championship, defeating Iran's Foolad Sirjan before 5,237 roaring fans. The victory also punches their ticket to the 2026 Club World Championship.
Over 1.7 million pilgrims gathered in Saudi Arabia as Muslims worldwide marked Eid al-Adha, one of the faith's most important celebrations of sacrifice, charity, and community. From Jakarta to Jerusalem, families came together to pray, share meals, and support neighbors in need.
Janice Tjen became the first Indonesian to win a match at the Australian Open in 28 years, upsetting 22nd seed Leylah Fernandez in straight sets. The 23-year-old's victory adds another milestone to her breakthrough year that's put Indonesian tennis back on the world stage.
A startup just solved one of motorcycling's oldest challenges: staying upright without the rider's help. OMOWAY's OMO X uses spacecraft technology to keep balanced, making motorcycles accessible to riders who find heavy bikes intimidating.
Indonesia just slashed the commission fees ride-hailing companies can charge drivers from 20% to 8%, potentially putting more money in the pockets of 7 million workers. President Prabowo Subianto's bold move also guarantees universal healthcare and accident insurance for drivers across the country.
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia are joining forces to boost their creative economies through culture and innovation. The partnership promises film incentives, talent exchanges, and support for creators in both nations.
Vietnam's airlines are launching more than 10 new international routes this summer, connecting travelers to destinations from Amsterdam to Japan. The expansion makes it easier than ever for tourists to discover Vietnam and for Vietnamese travelers to explore the world.
Mobile Legends players turned their gaming sessions into real donations, helping the popular game raise $12,000 for children fighting cancer and living in orphanages across Indonesia. The campaign doubled last year's impact during Ramadan's holy month.
Customs officers at Indonesia's largest port uncovered more than 3 tons of pangolin scales headed for illegal markets, showing how enforcement efforts are getting stronger. The February bust represents one of the country's largest wildlife seizures in recent years.
A Malayalam thriller that captivated audiences in 2013 is now being remade in Indonesia, marking the seventh international adaptation of the beloved film. The story of a father protecting his family continues to resonate across cultures and continents.
For the first time ever, four Southeast Asian tennis players competed in the Australian Open main draw, marking a breakthrough moment for a region long underrepresented in professional tennis. Young stars from the Philippines, Thailand, and Indonesia are raising the sport's profile across their home countries.
Indian textile manufacturers just completed a groundbreaking four-day trade mission to Indonesia, opening doors for stronger economic ties between two Asian manufacturing powerhouses. The historic visit brought together 23 delegates from 18 companies to explore technology partnerships that could reshape the region's textile industry.
After a devastating shoulder injury forced her out of the Paris Olympics vault final, Korea's first female Olympic gymnastics medalist is making her comeback at the 2026 Asian Games. Yeo Seo-jeong won the national team selection and is aiming for gold after an eight-year absence from the competition.
Indonesia has reached its highest rice reserves in history and declared food self-sufficiency as of December 31, 2025. Fair fertilizer distribution and improved logistics helped the nation achieve this agricultural milestone.
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