Batik Must Be Preserved Through Innovation and Transformative Steps
The Jogja International Batik Biennale (JIBB) 2025 emphasizes preserving batik through innovation and collaboration. Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwono X calls for transformative steps in production, marketing, and support systems to keep batik relevant globally. The event celebrates Yogyakarta’s legacy as the World Batik City and promotes batik as a living heritage uniting tradition and modernity.
Cardiologist Reveals Cause of Sudden Death During Exercise
A cardiologist clarifies that exercise itself does not cause heart attacks but must be appropriate to one’s condition. Following Zhang Zhi Jie’s sudden cardiac arrest, Dr. Vireza Pratama stressed moderate-intensity workouts, tailored to individual health, align with WHO’s recommendation of 130–300 minutes weekly to strengthen, not endanger, the heart.
What is a Geo-Hydrometeorological Disaster? Read the BMKG’s Explanation
Geo-hydrometeorological disasters combine geological and hydrometeorological factors, arising from the interaction between earth conditions and extreme weather or water phenomena. According to BMKG, these include floods, landslides, droughts, tidal floods, and strong winds. Understanding their characteristics is vital to strengthen disaster mitigation and reduce risks of casualties and losses.
Now Helpless, Used Booksellers at Surabaya’s Blauran Market Have Been Abandoned by Buyers
Once bustling with book lovers, Surabaya’s legendary Blauran Used Book Market now stands nearly empty after the Covid-19 pandemic and the rise of online sales. From 35 traders, only 7 remain, struggling to survive. Veteran sellers like Kusni and Saipul persist, valuing tradition and passion despite dwindling buyers and uncertain futures.
Unlock Your Free Pass: Join Japan Tech Indonesia 2025 & Explore Next-Gen Innovation
Don’t miss your chance to attend Japan Tech Indonesia 2025 for free! Dive into Japan-Indonesia tech collaboration, learn from industry leaders, explore cutting-edge exhibits, and network with decision-makers at this one-of-a-kind event.
Kwitang: A Trace of a Book Paradise Now Deserted by Visitors
Once Jakarta’s book paradise, Kwitang now lies quiet, its bustling alleys of the 1980s–1990s replaced by fewer than 10 shops. Traders face plummeting sales as e-commerce and e-books dominate, yet the market endures—offering readers the irreplaceable joy of browsing shelves, finding rare gems, and savoring the city’s fading literary charm.
Halodoc Releases Indonesia Health Insights Report 2025, Highlighting Mothers’ Role as Wellness Warriors in the Family
Edward Hutasoit (General Manager of YouGov Indonesia & India) and Fibriyani Elastria (Chief Marketing Officer of Halodoc) at the Press Conference “Indonesia Health Insights Report 2025” by Halodoc
Muhammadiyah Sapen Elementary School Dominates the 2025 National Science Olympiad (OSN) Champion throughout Indonesia
Yogyakarta. Muhammadiyah Sapen Elementary School, Yogyakarta, has once again achieved a brilliant achievement in the national education arena. In the 2025 National Science Olympiad ( OSN ) Finals , held offline in Jakarta from September 21-26, 2025, Muhammadiyah Sapen Elementary School won a total of medals and dominated the science and mathematics categories at the…
A 1-Million-Year-Old Skull Reveals the Origins of Modern Human Ancestors
Researchers reconstructed the 1-million-year-old Yunxian 2 skull from China, revealing ties to Denisovans and the extinct “Dragon Man” species. Published in Science, the study suggests the Homo longi clade diverged about 1.2 million years ago, offering fresh insight into rapid human evolution and the origins of modern ancestors in Asia.
US Government Shutdown: What Will Happen Next
The U.S. government shutdown began after Congress failed to agree on a budget, leaving hundreds of thousands of federal employees furloughed and essential workers unpaid. Public services, from national parks to economic data releases, face disruption. Economists warn each week of closure could cut GDP growth, while political deadlock deepens public uncertainty.
