Indonesian economy suffers heavy losses from riots
Retailers have suffered an estimated Rp 500 billion (US$33 million) in lost sales over five days of unrest, while small businesses saw revenue plunge by up to 90 percent as…
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Jakarta regains calm under heavy security
President Prabowo Subianto ordered the military and police to take stern action against “rioters and looters” on Sunday, prompting increased patrols in critical areas of the…
Indonesia students gather for protests despite fear of crackdown
At least 500 protesters gathered outside the House of Representatives building in Jakarta on Monday afternoon as dozens of police officers watched on. Soldiers were present…
Afghanistan earthquake kills 800, injures 2,800; Taliban asks world for help
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