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Authorities confiscate assets worth around US$6.2 billion as corruption and money laundering investigations into former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her family, and affiliated business groups intensify. DHAKA – Bangladesh authorities have confiscated assets valued at approximately 760 billion taka (around US$6.2 billion or Rp101 trillion) allegedly connected to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, marking one […]

MOSCOW – Russia has reportedly completed the first batch of 20 Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets ordered by Iran, with deliveries expected to begin in 2026. The development marks a significant step in Tehran’s military modernization program and is expected to substantially strengthen the country’s aging air force. According to Military Watch Magazine, the aircraft were […]

DENPASAR – Not Native to Indonesia! How Chili Peppers Traveled from the Americas to Become an Essential Part of Indonesian Cuisine. Although chili peppers are now inseparable from Indonesian cuisine, the fiery fruit is not native to the archipelago. Historical and botanical studies show that chili peppers (Capsicum) originated in the Americas before spreading across […]

ENGLAND – Fashion design has evolved from handcrafted garments for royalty into a global industry driven by creativity, technology, and sustainability. From the birth of haute couture in 19th-century Paris to today’s digital fashion revolution, the industry continues to shape culture, identity, and consumer trends worldwide. Charles Frederick Worth: The Father of Modern Fashion Design […]

BANDAR ABBAS, Iran — Fishing boats are once again setting sail from the port of Bandar Abbas as daily life slowly resumes following months of heightened military tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important maritime corridors. Although a ceasefire has eased hostilities between Iran, the United States, and Israel, […]

BALI, April 8, 2026 — A series of sexual violence cases involving foreign tourists in Bali over the past few days has sparked serious concerns about safety in one of the world’s leading travel destinations. At least three foreign nationals have reportedly become victims of alleged rape and sexual harassment in major tourist areas, including […]

MAKKAH, Saudi Arabia – Saudi security forces have detained an Egyptian umrah pilgrim after he raised a Palestinian flag near the Kaaba at the Masjidil Haram in Makkah, according to reports and widely circulated social media footage on Sunday (July 27). Videos shared online show the man shouting “Wa Islamah!”—an Arabic expression conveying anguish when […]

BALI – Marking Indonesia’s National Waste Awareness Day (HPSN) 2026, environmental organization Sungai Watch led a large-scale coastal clean-up at Kedonganan Beach, Badung Regency, on Saturday (February 21, 2026). The initiative underscored a tangible commitment to addressing marine debris while supporting the government’s National Movement Indonesia ASRI (Safe, Healthy, Clean, Beautiful). The action brought together […]

Rabat – The Moroccan government has rolled out a large-scale, targeted assistance program to support communities affected by recent flooding in the northern and western regions of the Kingdom. Triggered by unusually heavy rainfall over the past two months, the floods have caused extensive damage to homes, businesses, and agricultural land. In response, authorities have […]

JAKARTA – The Indonesian Navy is seeking the delivery of a former Italian aircraft carrier before October 5, in time for the 81st anniversary of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), according to statements reported by Antara News. Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali said the navy expects the vessel to arrive before the annual […]