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Free Webinar “Career in QA: First Step to Becoming a QA Engineer” Empowers Beginners for Tech Industry
Unlock your path to becoming a QA Engineer with this free, live webinar — learn the fundamentals, required skills, and career roadmap in just two hours (14 October 2025, 19:00–21:00 WIB).
Chronology of the Moments Before the Meteor Fell in Cirebon
A meteor briefly lit up the skies over Cirebon on Sunday night (Oct 5). According to BRIN expert Thomas Djamaluddin, loud booms were heard around 6:30 p.m., followed by sightings of a fireball and seismic data at 6:39 p.m. The meteor’s shockwave was detected before it ultimately fell into the Java Sea.
Maarten Paes Recovers from Injury, Bringing FC Dallas’ Spirit to the Indonesian National Team
Indonesian goalkeeper Maarten Paes returns from injury to lead the national team in two crucial 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Saudi Arabia and Iraq. Fresh from FC Dallas’ victory, Paes brings renewed spirit and confidence, calling the matches the biggest in Indonesian football history and a step toward World Cup glory.
Books and Memories, Two Things That Cannot Be Destroyed
Books are more than paper — they’re memory and identity. Discover why burning books destroys culture but never ideas.
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.
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.
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
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.
