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TODAY'S MEDIA TRENDS


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# TODAY'S MEDIA TRENDS


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N O V E M B E R 5,2026


INDONESIA DEMONSTRATES
ROBUST ECONOMIC RESILIENCE
AMID A HIGH-STAKES DOMESTIC
SECURITY CRISIS INVOLVING HIGHLEVEL STATE SURVEILLANCE AND FATAL CLIMATE-MITIGATION


# DAY-AT-A-GLANCE


November 5,2026,was defined by a stark juxtaposition between Indonesian economic outperformance and systemic vulnerabilities within its security and legal institutions.The central narrative is dominated by the release of Q3GDP data showing a 5.47percent growth rate,significantly exceeding consensus estimates.This expansion,attributed to a surge in online transactions,tourism,and heavy government expenditure on social programs like the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG),suggests a resilient consumer base despite global volatility.However,economists warn of an uneven story,noting that much of this growth is concentrated in the top 20%of earners,while the middle class remains squeezed by the "scaring effects"of the post-pandemic gig


This economic optimism is countered by a severe breach of state security.The arrest of Irjen Pol Slamet Uliandi,a high-ranking police official,on charges of illegal wiretapping of President Prabowo Subianto and other state figures,signals a deep-seated crisis within the surveillance apparatus.The investigation,which includes allegations of potential insurrectionist motives (makar),highlights a fracturing within the security elite.Simultaneously,the state is forced into a high-profile defense of its institutional history,with former President Joko Widodo appearing in court to present his original university diploma to debunk long-standing disinformation


The day also underscored the rising human and material costs of Indonesia's "Ring of Fire"geography and climate change.The fatal crash of a TNI Mi-17helicopter during a forest fire suppression mission in Central Kalimantan resulted in the loss of senior military personnel,highlighting the dangers of the ongoing Karhutla (forest fire)season.As Mount Bromo moves to a Level 2status following an eruption,the administration is increasingly reliant on international support,including specialized firefighting aircraft from Australia,to manage overlapping environmental


# MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS


High-Level Security Breach:Police have
named Slamet Uliandi as a suspect in an illegal wiretapping operation targeting President Prabowo Subianto and other senior officials.The operation involved the Bareskrim Monitoring Center and has led to the arrest of several other officers,with investigations pending into intellectual actors behind the breach.
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Economic Outperformance:Indonesia's
economy recorded 5.47percent year-onyear growth in Q32026,surpassing the previous year's 5.04%.Growth was driven by government consumption (up 8.95%),online trade,and a resurgence in the manufacturing sector reaching an expansionary phase.
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Fatal Military Aviation Incident:A TNI
AD Mi-17helicopter (HA-5235)crashed in Seruyan,Central Kalimantan,while performing water bombing operations.The crash killed several personnel,including Letkol CPN Anumerta Dudi Firmansyah,highlighting the extreme risks faced by emergency responders.
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Institutional Defense of Legacy:Former President Joko Widodo personally appeared at the East Jakarta District Court to show his original diploma from Gadjah Mada University.This move is a targeted strike against a persistent defamation campaign involving Roy Suryo,intended to restore public trust in the presidency's credibility.•


Aggressive Anti-Corruption Legislation:
Parliament is accelerating the Asset Seizure Bill (RUU Perampasan Aset),with senior lawmakers proposing the death penalty for corrupt actors.This legislative push is framed as a necessary deterrent to clean up state institutions amid the wiretapping scandal.
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# KEY GOVERNANCE TOPICS


Armed Conflict &Militarization:The TNI remains on high alert,transitioning from internal security duties to large-scale disaster response.The loss of a Letkol CPN Anumerta in the Mi-17crash underscores the "humanitarian soldier"role the military currently occupies in managing the Karhutla crisis.Internationally,the Houthi movement's


104air strikes against Saudi targets reflect a regional escalation that keeps energy security concerns


Climate &Extreme Weather:Indonesia is currently battling a severe Karhutla season,with 821hotspots in Central Kalimantan alone —a 93%increase in 24hours.Concurrently,flooding in Aceh Timur has displaced hundreds,demonstrating the "double-edged sword"of the current weather transition.Mount Bromo's eruption at 500meters height further strains disaster management


Legal Warfare &Regulatory Risk:The Asset Seizure Bill is being weaponized to pressure corrupt factions within the bureaucracy.The strategic intent is to formalize a mechanism for the immediate recovery of stolen state assets during the 2026-2027session.This coincides with a heavy regulatory focus on the Personal Data Protection Act to prevent further wiretapping


Tech Sovereignty &AI:The government is promoting digital ecosystem development in regions like DIY to consolidate resident data into a single,connected system.However,experts warn that entry-level jobs are being replaced by AI,potentially exacerbating unemployment despite overall GDP growth.Development of "Seater"autonomous vehicles reflects a push for hightech domestic


# DEEP DIVE:TRENDS AND THEMES


The Fragility of the Surveillance State:The wiretapping of President Prabowo by an internal police monitoring center reveals a significant vulnerability:the state's own


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surveillance tools are being turned against its leadership.This indicates a lack of counterintelligence within the police force and suggests that factional battles are being fought with state-grade technology.The involvement of a Dewan Pembina (Slamet Uliandi)suggests the breach is not just technical but ideological.


Consumption as a Growth Engine with Structural Cracks:While the 5.47%GDP growth is impressive,the transcripts highlight a growing informalization of the workforce.The "Gig Economy"is absorbing the majority of new labor,but it is described as a "comorbid post-covid"effect that lacks the stability of formal employment.The government's stimulus strategy,such as the Rp50,000balance for new bank accounts,aims to force financial inclusion but may not address deep-seated labor market imbalances.


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Disaster Management as National Defense:The framing of TNI personnel killed in fire suppression as "humanitarian heroes"indicates that climate mitigation has become the primary theater of operation for the Indonesian military.The dependence on Australian firefighting aircraft (Shortwell Fire Service)shows that Indonesian state capacity is currently insufficient to manage domestic climate disasters independently.


# INTERNAL DYNAMICS &DOMESTIC INSTABILITY


Indonesia is experiencing a period of elite institutional infighting.The arrest of a twostar general (Irjen Pol)for wiretapping the President suggests a breakdown in the chain of command and the politicization of the police's Monitoring Center.This is coupled with public skepticism regarding the government's economic figures;while macro


data is strong,the "main street"experience in areas like Tuban,where chili prices are volatile due to supply chain issues,tells a different story.The Paguyuban Loro Jiwa,an organization of former street children providing aid to poor villages,highlights the state's reliance on non-state actors to fill social welfare gaps.The personal court appearance of the former President to verify his diploma shows that the highest levels of government are still mired in defensive "information battles"against civil society actors like Roy Suryo.


# EXTERNAL DYNAMICS &GLOBAL POSTURE


The Indonesian state is portraying itself as an emerging economic hub resilient to global shocks.The focus on Green Economy at the COP meeting in Turkey and the pursuit of Carbon Trading mechanisms suggest a strategy to weaponize its natural resources for diplomatic leverage.However,the external environment is framed as hostile and chaotic.The Middle East conflict is a constant source of inflationary pressure,and Donald Trump's rhetoric regarding GOP electoral losses blamed on the Iran war signals a potential for American isolationism or unpredictable policy shifts that could impact Indonesian trade.Indonesia is responding by forging tactical alliances,such as accepting Australian disaster aid,while simultaneously pushing for technological sovereignty in autonomous transit and high-speed rail in Bali.


# THE ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT


The economic climate is one of cautious optimism overshadowed by fiscal risk.While growth is strong,the government is nearing


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the 3%deficit limit mandated by law,largely due to energy subsidies and social programs.Market sentiment is high for the manufacturing and tourism sectors,but the banking sector is being pushed to fund Green Economy initiatives that critics argue are too expensive for


GDP Growth:5.47%(Q32026),compared to 5.04%in the previous year.•


Key Sectors:Accommodation &Food/
Beverage grew by 11.22%;Financial Services by 8.47%;Manufacturing contributed 1.20%to total growth.
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Trade Vectors:Export growth at 4.59%;
Import contraction to 7.3%due to energy price normalization.US trade partners saw a 25%increase in demand for Indonesian goods.
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Social Spending:MBG Program has
served 197,979beneficiaries in Gorontalo alone;government consumption growth at 8.95%.
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Commodities:Red chili prices dropped to
Rp50,000/kg while shallots rose to Rp30,000/kg due to local supply gluts and shortages.
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# LEADERSHIP CHANGES


The day's news reflects significant purges and shifts within the security hierarchy,alongside defensive maneuvers by political


Irjen Pol Slamet Uliandi:Arrested and
named a new suspect in the Presidential wiretapping case.His status is "sick after a stroke,"which has currently prevented his detention in Mako Brimob,despite being a primary target of the investigation.
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Letkol CPN Anumerta Dudi Firmansyah:Posthumously promoted following his death in the Mi-17crash.His death creates a leadership void in specialized aerial firefighting operations.•


Joko Widodo:The former President's legal victory (appearing as a witness)reinforces his role as a power-broker and advisor to the current administration,using his own credibility to bolster institutional stability.•


Hercules Rosario Marshall:Emerged as
a vocal pro-government advocate following rumors of his own phones being tapped.He is positioning himself as a loyalist to Kapolri and the President.
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# EDITORIAL POSTURE &STORY HIERARCHY


The network prioritizes national resilience and institutional integrity.The "Lead Stories"are the economic growth report and the police press conferences regarding the wiretapping scandal,framed to show the state's capacity to both grow and clean itself.The TNI helicopter crash is given significant,somber coverage to evoke nationalistic sentiment and sacrifice."Buried Stories"include the detailed impacts of the gig economy on poverty,which are discussed in deep-dive segments but rarely in the main headlines.There is a conspicuous omission of any dissent regarding the "Makan Bergizi Gratis"program;the coverage is exclusively focused on its successes and administrative efficiency.The tone is reassuring yet alert,emphasizing that while there are "traitors"and "disasters,"the "numbers"and the "military"remain


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# GEOPOLITICAL FRAMING


Indonesia is framed as a competent and principled actor managing a chaotic neighborhood.The international system is viewed through a lens of resource competition and the need for regional


Australia is portrayed as a reliable friend
and partner in disaster management.The deployment of firefighting aircraft is framed as a reciprocal act for Indonesian aid during the 2020bushfires.
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The United States is framed as volatile
and unstable due to its internal political polarization and the GOP's recent losses.Donald Trump is implicitly characterized as blame-shifting and ineffective for his comments on the Iran war.
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Israel is portrayed as principled but
destructive in its military campaigns,with the focus on the humanitarian toll of strikes in Gaza and Lebanon.
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Houthi Movement is framed as a
competent non-state threat,capable of executing coordinated strikes that disrupt global logistics.
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# INFORMATION WARFARE ENVIRONMENT


Hoax Debunking:The government
launched a major campaign to debunk social media claims of a national internet blackout.This is framed as a "fact-check"effort to prevent civil unrest.
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Narrative Seeding:The "diploma"court
appearance is a clear case of narrative management.By having the former President physically present his diploma,the state aims to kill a multi-year disinformation narrative through a single,high-impact "reality event."
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Propaganda of Success:Economic data is
presented with a nationalistic spin,focusing on how Indonesia is "beating"neighbors like China and Japan in growth rates.The "Gig Economy"is rebranded as an opportunity for "entrepreneurship"to mask labor precarity.
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# HYPOTHESES AND FUTURE OUTLOOK


Institutional Purge:The wiretapping
arrests will likely expand.Expect a "cleanup"of the Bareskrim Monitoring Center and a significant reshuffle of police leadership in early 2027.
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Fiscal Tightening:Despite high growth,
the 3%deficit cap will force the government to either cut energy subsidies or slow the rollout of the MBG program by Q12027.
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Climate Response Escalation:With
Karhutla increasing,Indonesia will move toward a permanent regional firefighting alliance with Australia and potentially Malaysia,formalizing the ad-hoc support seen today.
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# STRATEGIC FORESIGHT


Short Term (1-4Weeks):Heightened security around President Prabowo.Possible public trials of the wiretapping suspects to demonstrate transparency.Continued volcanic


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monitoring of Mount Bromo with potential exclusion zone


Medium Term (1-6Months):Passage of the Asset Seizure Bill.Implementation of the Bali Rail project fase 1beginning to impact local logistics.Shifts in tax policy regarding PPH 21as the government seeks new revenue streams


Long Term (1-5Years):Structural shift toward a Green Digital Economy.The maturation of the big data mikro system in DIY will become the national model for egovernance,potentially leading to increased state surveillance capacity alongside improved service


# RISK ASSESSMENT


State Surveillance Blowback:Risk of
further leaks or "makar"(treason)attempts from factions within the security services.Triggers:Prosecution of high-level police officials.Likelihood:Moderate.Impact:High (regime instability).Mitigations:Rapid passage of RUU Perampasan Aset and military oversight of police monitoring units.
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Climate Catastrophe (Karhutla):
Escalation of forest fires into urban areas or critical infrastructure zones.Triggers:Continued El Niño effects and failed water bombing missions.Likelihood:High.Impact:Severe (economic loss,health crisis).Mitigations:International cooperation for specialized aircraft.
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Middle Class Economic Collapse:High
GDP masks a "scaring effect"on the middle class in the gig economy.Triggers:Inflation in spice/food prices or AI-driven job losses.Likelihood:Moderate.Impact:Moderate (social unrest).Mitigations:Targeted subsidies for "desil 1-4"and Rp50k banking stimulus.
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Volcanic Eruption (Bromo):Major eruption disrupting tourism and air travel in East Java.Triggers:Increased seismic activity beyond current Level 2.Likelihood:Moderate.Impact:High (local economic shutdown).Mitigations:Strict enforcement of 1km radius exclusion zone.•


Global Energy Price Shock:Prolonged
conflict in the Middle East driving fuel prices beyond subsidy caps.Triggers:Houthi strikes on King Khalid Airport or Saudi refineries.Likelihood:Moderate.Impact:High (inflationary spiral).Mitigations:Shifting to Green Economy and renewable energy investment.
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# GAPS &BLIND SPOTS


Intellectual Actors in Wiretapping:The broadcast identifies the "operators"but remains vague on the "intellectual actors"commanding the breach,leaving a significant gap in political risk assessment.•


Debt Sustainability:While the 5.47%
growth is emphasized,there is little discussion on the debt-to-GDP ratio or how the government will fund the massive MBG program long-term without breaching the 3%deficit limit.
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Effectiveness of "Smart Farming":The
promotion of bioflok and hydroponics lacks data on scalability for national food security compared to traditional agriculture.
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US Electoral Impacts:The reporting on Trump's comments lacks a local perspective on how a potential shift in US foreign policy would specifically affect Indonesian nickel or palm oil exports.•


# CONTRARIAN NARRATIVE SCENARIOS


The Economic Mirage:The 5.47%GDP growth is not a sign of resilience but a lagging indicator of massive debt-fueled government consumption that will collapse when the deficit cap is hit.In this scenario,the 5.87%manufacturing growth is a one-time surge driven by local stockpiling ahead of anticipated


The Orchestrated Leak:The wiretapping scandal was intentionally leaked by the presidency to justify a major purge of the police force (Bareskrim)and the introduction of the Asset Seizure Bill.This "controlled crisis"allows the administration to consolidate power under the guise of "national security"


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Black Swan Event:A simultaneous Mount Bromo eruption and a record Karhutla firestorm overwhelm the TNI,leading to a state of emergency that suspends civil liberties and indefinitely delays the implementation of democratic reforms discussed in


# RECOMMENDATIONS &IMPLICATIONS


For Statecraft/Public Sector:


Cyber-Security Audit:Immediately
implement a third-party audit of all Police and Military monitoring centers to identify unauthorized access points.
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Bilateral Disaster Treaties:Move from
ad-hoc aid to permanent disaster response treaties with ASEAN and Australia to secure specialized assets like the C130Hercules and water bombers.
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Digital Inclusion Legality:Ensure the
big data mikro systems in DIY have robust encryption to prevent the next wiretapping incident from targeting citizen data.
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# For Private Sector/Investors:


Supply Chain Diversification:Volatility in
spice and food prices in Tuban suggests that localized supply chains are vulnerable;investors should prioritize cold-chain logistics and diversified sourcing.
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Green Finance Compliance:Government
focus on Green Economy will soon become a regulatory requirement for bank loans;early adoption of ESG standards will be a competitive advantage.
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Aviation Risk:The TNI helicopter crash
and volcanic activity suggest increased insurance premiums and operational risks for charter flights and logistics in remote Kalimantan and East Java.
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# LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP


Parliamentary activity is focused on punitive anti-corruption measures and digital modernization.High-level debates on the Asset Seizure Bill reflect a desire to rapidly


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Asset Seizure Bill (RUU Perampasan
Aset):Strategic intent is to allow the state to seize assets without a prior criminal conviction and potentially apply the death penalty to corruptors.
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Personal Data Protection Act
(UUPDP):Discussed in the context of preventing illegal wiretapping and ensuring no "tumpang tindih"(overlap)with the One Data Indonesia policy at the village level.
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# HEARINGS &PRESS EVENTS:•


Bareskrim Press Conference:
Detailing the arrest of Slamet Uliandi and the 13witnesses interviewed in the wiretapping case as of tonight.
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BPS GDP Release:Formal
announcement of 5.47%growth and the contributing sectors on November 5.
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# KEY STORIES


Presidential Wiretapping Scandal:Irjen
Pol Slamet Uliandi named as a suspect for illegal surveillance of President Prabowo;three other suspects detained in Mako Brimob at Kelapa Dua.
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Q3GDP Growth Report:Indonesia
records 5.47%growth,beating 5.04%baseline;driven by government spending and digital transactions for the third quarter.
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TNI Mi-17Helicopter Crash:Three
personnel killed,including Letkol CPN Dudi Firmansyah,during a water bombing mission in Seruyan,Kalteng.
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Jokowi Court Testimony:Former
President presents original UGM diploma in court to defeat Roy Suryo's "fake diploma"defamation claims.
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Mount Bromo Eruption:500m ash
column;status raised to Level 2(Waspada);tourists told to maintain 1km distance.
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Australian Firefighting Aid:Australia
deploys Shortwell Fire Service aircraft and C130s to Kalimantan Timur for Karhutla mitigation.
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Asset Seizure Bill Acceleration:Komisi 3
DPR pushes for death penalty for corruptors as part of the RUU Perampasan Aset.
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Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG)Progress:
Program reaches 197,979people in Gorontalo;729"Koperasi Merah Putih"cooperatives formed.
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Bali Rail Project:Government allocates
Rp2Trillion for Fase 1(Ngurah Rai to Legian)and Fase 2(Legian to Canggu)trem development.
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Gambir Station Revitalization:
Integrated development with Monas area planned to be completed in 2years.
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Internet Blackout Hoax:"Fact-check"
debunking claims of a national internet outage on social media.
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Tuban Spice Prices:Chili prices drop by
Rp5,000while shallots rise to Rp30,000due to local stock imbalances at Pasar Baru.
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Paguyuban Loro Jiwa Charity:Former
street children distribute 150food packages to poor residents in Sragen.
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Smart Farming and Bioflok:Farmers in Gorontalo successfully use "Bioflok"tanks to increase tilapia yields in Huntu Barat.•


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Kerinci "Sangkak"Ritual:Exploration of
sacred ancestral homes and cultural traditions in Jambi.
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New York City Leadership:Zohran
Mamdani hailed as the first Muslim and South Asian mayor of NYC following the 2025election.
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Trump "Iran War"Comments:Donald
Trump blames the Iran conflict for Republican losses and critiques US involvement.
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Houthi Air Strikes:104strikes targeting Saudi provinces and King Khalid Airport.•


Aceh Timur Floods:Heavy rains cause
50cm deep flooding in Pantai Bidari and Simpang Jernih after two days of rain.
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Pineapple Leaf Plates:Rudi Adinata in Jambi converts pineapple waste into exportquality plates with HACCP certification.•


Seater Autonomous Vehicles:BRIN
focuses on "Single Passenger Electric Autonomous Transporters"for airport logistics.
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Tenun Buyasubi in Perth:Indonesian
textiles featured in Australian Eco Fashion Week.
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Minahasa Carnival:Celebrating the 598th anniversary with cultural parades.•


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