Indonesia to tighten customs checks after report on illegal import of used shoes
A six-month investigation found that 10 pairs of shoes that were donated to a recycling scheme were exported for resale in Indonesia.
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Don’t flaunt your wealth on social media, Jokowi tells govt officials
The President’s remarks were his first comments after an assault case shed light on irregularities involving officials of the Directorate General for Taxation.
Malaysia’s police monitoring social media for Islamic State propaganda
A Finland based think-tank had identified that IS had launched a media outlet there and dubbed the Al Malaka Media Centre to spread propaganda.
Police files anti-hazing raps against six frat members for death of Adamson student
All six respondents signed a waiver of detention and asked for a preliminary investigation.
SMRT makes police report after 12-year-old allegedly causes train delay
SMRT President Lam Sheau Kai said for the safety of commuters, train and platform screen doors should not be obstructed while they are closing.
Indonesian palm oil tycoon fined record $3.71b, first graft penalty based on losses to economy
State prosecutors had on several occasions attempted to have defendants punished with similar fines, but judges had rejected doing that on the grounds that it was difficult to…
4 family members and a mistress: Who are the 5 linked to HK model Abby Choi’s grisly murder?
The authorities believe they have arrested all the suspects involved in the murder of 28-year-old Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi, whose dismembered body was discovered last week.
Cyberattacks to rise ahead of 2024 Indonesia elections: SAFEnet report
The report found that digital attacks in the country had more than doubled over the past two years, from 147 discrete instances in 2020 to 302 last year.
Indonesian military set for long-term operation to rescue New Zealand pilot
The fact that West Papua National Liberation Army members have blended with the local civilians has been cited as the primary obstacle for the whole operation.
Japanese hotel in hot water for only changing onsen bath water twice a year
An initial inspection found that the amount of Legionella bacteria in the hotel’s bath water was more than double acceptable levels.