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Waldorf Astoria enters Finland with Helsinki hotel

Hotel Management Network · July 4, 2025

Hospitality group Hilton has entered a management agreement with M&L Group to rebrand The Hotel Maria in Helsinki as Waldorf Astoria Helsinki, marking the brand’s debut in Finland. Situated in the Kruununhaka district, the 116-room property is...

World CNN For the first time, Xi is missing a China-backed BRICS summit. Why?

Yahoo News ·

A summit of leaders from the BRICS group of major emerging economies kicks off in Brazil Sunday – but without the top leader of its most powerful member. For the first time in more than one decade of rule, Chinese leader Xi Jinping – who has made...

For the first time, Xi is missing a China-backed BRICS summit. Why?

CNN · July 5, 2025

Hong Kong CNN — A summit of leaders from the BRICS group of major emerging economies kicks off in Brazil Sunday – but without the top leader of its most powerful member. For the first time in more than one decade of rule, Chinese leader Xi Jinping...

Jokowi proposes moving Indonesia’s capital from Jakarta to...

Eleven Myanmar ·

Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Friday formally proposed a plan to move the country’s capital from Jakarta, on the crowded island of Java, to Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi, made the proposal during his...

Jakarta's Car Free Night Needs Review to Protect Hotel Business, Says Pramono Anung

Tempo.co · July 5, 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo said the idea of Car Free Night (CFN) in Jakarta needs thorough consideration. Pramono mentioned that he does not want the event to disturb business activities due to the closure of main...

Sumba, an hour away from Bali, Indonesia is the perfect vacation spot to do absolutely nothing

Channel News Asia · July 5, 2025

Space is part of the appeal, and like the other hotels spread across the island, Cap Karoso has made the most of it. The two-year-old property has 44 guest rooms and 20 villas on more than three acres of hilly land that rolls toward Karoso beach....

Indonesia, France explore film industry collaboration

Antara · July 5, 2025

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Creative Economy is exploring strategic collaboration with France in the film industry, including in co-production, exchange of talents, and creative training. “As part of our strategic efforts to encourage...

Our Best Asian-Inspired Recipes That Feature Ground Beef

Allrecipes ·

If you love quick-and-easy recipes that are flavorful and easy on the budget, you'll need these Asian-inspired ground beef recipes in your dinner rotation. They offer a world of exciting options, featuring beefy fried rice, curries, soups, stews,...

BRICS agree to joint statement ahead of Rio leaders summit

Regional Media News - Iowa · July 5, 2025

By Lisandra Paraguassu RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) -Diplomats from the BRICS group of developing nations have agreed on a joint declaration of their leaders at a summit in Rio de Janeiro this week, three people familiar with the talks said on...

Indonesian Police Raid Drug-Laced Liquid Vape Factory in Medan

Tempo.co · July 5, 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The North Sumatra Regional Police's drug investigation unit raided a liquid vape factory suspected of containing class I narcotics worth Rp300 billion in West Medan District, Medan, North Sumatra. As reported by Antara, on...

Lori Dengler | Earthquake report on the first half of 2025

Times-Standard - California · July 5, 2025

2025 at the halfway point has provided earthquakes in the usual places, a few surprises, and one catastrophic seismic event. 2025’s deadliest earthquake occurred on March 28, centered near Mandalay, the second most populated city in Myanmar...

Jakarta pushes for smoking rooms at entertainment venues

Antara · July 5, 2025

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The provincial government of Jakarta is pushing for the establishment of designated smoking areas at entertainment venues, as envisaged by the Regional Regulation Draft on Smoke-Free Areas (Ranperda KTR). “All entertainment...

Indonesia: Human-Centred AI for Ethical Innovation

OpenGov Asia · July 4, 2025

Indonesia is actively promoting a human-centred approach to artificial intelligence (AI) development, aiming to balance technological innovation with the enhancement of human values and capabilities. Coordinating Minister for Human Development and...

Indonesian Chess Player Shafira Devi Herfesa Heads to 2025 FIDE Women's World Cup

Tempo.co · July 5, 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian Chess Association (PB Percasi) officially announced that Woman International Master (WIM) Shafira Devi Herfesa and Evi Juliana will compete in the 2025 FIDE Women's Chess World Cup, which will take place in...

Frank van Kempen Appointed Head Coach of Indonesia U-20 National Team

Tempo.co · July 5, 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) has appointed Frank van Kempen as the head coach of the Indonesian U-20 national team. The 53-year-old coach from the Netherlands is considered to have the capacity to design a...

BRICS nations need to build consensus and balance innovation by reinforcing Global South's digital sovereignty

The Morung Express ·

New Delhi: BRICS, the developing world's stand-in to the G-7 grouping. was expanded at the Kazan Summit, last year. Post expansion, Indonesia, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have joined the founding members Brazil, Russia, India,...

Indonesian Minister Hopes Prabowo's BRICS Agenda in Brazil Not Stirred by Rinjani Incident

Tempo.co · July 5, 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Coordinating Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections, Yusril Ihza Mahendra, hopes that the death of Juliana Marins on Mount Rinjani will not disrupt the good relationship between Indonesia and Brazil....

Indonesia Rolls Out Visa-Free Entry for Turkish, Brazilian Nationals

MENAFN · July 5, 2025

(MENAFN) Indonesia has officially rolled out a visa-free entry program for Turkish citizens, effective Thursday, marking a significant milestone in the country's immigration policy. This move, as reported by media, also extends to Brazilian...

The Luxury Hotels Making Travel Fun Again

Robb Report · July 5, 2025

Remember when traveling was actually enjoyable? Haven’t you missed it? If your answer is yes, you’re in luck. Luxury hospitality has a youthful glow right now. Florida’s Boca Raton Resort just overhauled its beach club, sinking millions into the...

Indonesia’s Mount Dukono Eruption Propels Ash Plume 1.1 km High

MENAFN · July 5, 2025

(MENAFN) Mount Dukono, located in eastern Indonesia, erupted once again on Friday, sending a massive plume of volcanic ash soaring 1,100 meters (3,608 feet) above its peak, a state-run news agency. Bambang Sugiono, a representative from the Dukono...