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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.
Indonesia's capital is building electric buses at home instead of importing them, creating a blueprint for Southeast Asian cities. Over a million daily riders now have access to cleaner transit while local workers gain new technical skills.
Indonesia's PLN Electric Run 2026 combines fitness with environmental action, aiming to slash carbon emissions while earning world-class athletic recognition. The November race reflects a growing movement where everyday activities become powerful tools for sustainability.
Tony Soemarno survived the 2003 Jakarta hotel bombing and chose an unexpected path: forgiving the terrorists and writing a book about it. With government support, he's now visiting prisons to spread a message of peace.
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.
Southeast Asia's largest auto show just proved the electric vehicle revolution is no longer coming—it's here. More than 65 brands gathered in Jakarta to showcase a future where clean transportation dominates, not competes.
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.
Indonesia is sending 1,500 soldiers and six helicopters to combat massive wildfires that have already burned through an area three times the size of Jakarta. President Prabowo Subianto personally traveled to Borneo to lead the emergency response and coordinate the expanded firefighting effort.
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.
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