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Victory over Saudi Arabia gives World Cup belief, says Indonesia coach
Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong believes his team's shock 2-0 win over former Asian champions Saudi Arabia in Jakarta on Tuesday gives them a real chance of reaching the 2026 World Cup.
Flights to Bali resume following volcanic eruption
The volcano has erupted more than a dozen times over the last two weeks, killing at least nine people and forcing the evacuation of thousands.
Airlines around Asia ground Bali flights after volcano erupts
Australia's Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia all grounded flights after Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on Flores island spewed a nine-kilometre (5.6-mile) tower a day earlier.
Indonesia go Dutch in pursuit of World Cup dreams
An Indonesian team under Dutch colonial rule sailed to France for the 1938 World Cup -- they lost their only game 6-0 and the country has not played at the tournament since.
Alert level raised after six killed by Indonesia volcano eruption
Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, located on the popular tourist island of Flores, spewed ash and lava that peppered the surrounding area with fireballs, forcing authorities to evacuate several villages.
Indonesia officially bans iPhone 16
Indonesia has officially banned the sale and use of Apple’s iPhone 16 and other recent releases, including the Apple Watch Series 10, after the tech giant failed to fulfil its previously agreed investment commitments in the country.
Pope makes appeal on extremism as he launches Asia tour
Catholics represent fewer than three percent of the population of Indonesia -- about eight million people, compared with the 87 percent, or 242 million, who are Muslim.
Indonesia, Australia sign 'historic' defence pact
The two countries have sought to boost security ties in the face of increased flashpoints in the region including the South China Sea, where several states claim sovereignty over disputed islands and waterways.
Indonesia launches 'Golden Visa'
The five-year "Golden Visa" requires individual investors to set up a company worth $2.5 million, while a 10-year visa requires a $5 million investment.
5 hidden gems to discover when visiting Bali, Indonesia
Bali, The island of the gods offers a variety of distinctive and thrilling experiences. Here is a list of 5 great places to visit:
Indonesia passes criminal code banning extra-marital sex
Lawmakers in Indonesia approved changes to the country's criminal code today, introducing a sweeping and controversial legal overhaul.
Indonesia earthquake: 6-yr-old rescued miraculously after 2 days
A six-year-old boy has been pulled from the rubble of a deadly Indonesia earthquake after spending two days trapped under debris without food or water, in a "miracle" rescue..The dramatic rescue captured on camera Wednesday evening revived hopes that survivors could still be pulled alive f
'Digging through rubble to find some clothes'
Survivors of an Indonesian earthquake that killed at least 268 people appealed for food and water Wednesday, as rescuers picked through devastated villages with hopes of finding anyone alive fading..The calls for help came as authorities warned that debris from landslides caused by the str
Deputy head of mission in Indonesia had marijuana in possession, investigation finds
A primary investigation by the foreign ministry has found that Kazi Anarkoly, deputy head of mission in Indonesia, had possessed marijuana at her Jakarta residence.
Indonesia removes palm oil export levy until August 31
Indonesia has scrapped its export levy for all palm oil products until August 31 in a fresh attempt to boost exports and ease high inventories, finance ministry officials said on Saturday, adding the move would not disrupt government revenues.
Bangladeshis may soon be able to live in Bali tax-free and work remotely
Indonesia is thinking about granting remote workers a 'digital nomad visa' that will enable them to reside there tax-free as long as their income originates from abroad.
Indonesia due to restart palm oil export amid uncertainty over rules
Indonesia is due to resume exports of palm oil on Monday after a ban of more than three weeks, but industry traders and companies were awaiting details on accompanying rules to secure domestic supplies of the edible oil to control cooking oil prices.
A Tk 350 investment that birthed a national footballer
“Because my father, who was a farmer, did a lot to empower me to pursue my dreams, I asked him to stop working and rely on me since I am earning handsome amounts by playing football,” Chittagong Abahani midfielder Sohel Rana said as he spoke of his father.
Indonesian fishing boat sinks off Borneo, 31 missing: media
An Indonesian fishing boat has sunk in waters off South Kalimantan province on Borneo island, with 31 people still missing, media reports cite the country’s search and rescue agency as saying.