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Share Share Share Pin Throughout 2025 up to September 1, Indonesia has been shaken by a series of corruption cases involving the state budget (APBN). Official records show seven major cases that caused state losses of Rp12.8 trillion and involved approximately Rp11 billion in bribes.Major Corruption Cases in Indonesia, 2025LPEI Fraudulent LoansThe largest case involves the Indonesia Eximbank (LPEI), with potential state losses of Rp11.7 trillion. The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) na...

Share Share Share Pin OpenAI has introduced a new feature in ChatGPT called branch conversations. This feature comes after repeated requests from the community who wanted to start new chats from specific points without losing the original context. The innovation has now been officially launched and is available to ChatGPT users logged in via the web. With branch conversations, users can more easily explore different discussion paths in a single chat session. Previously, conversations were str...

Share Share Share Pin Yemen’s Houthi rebels have detained at least 19 United Nations staff in raids that shook the international community. The detentions came only days after Israeli airstrikes killed Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al Rahawi and several ministers. The UN strongly condemned the move and warned that humanitarian operations in Yemen are now under serious threat.Background of the DetentionsThe raids on UN offices in Sanaa and Hudaydah took place on 31 August 2025. Initial reports s...

Share Share Share Pin The United States has drawn global attention after President Donald Trump ordered a military strike on a small boat in the Caribbean Sea. The vessel, accused of smuggling drugs from Venezuela, was destroyed in international waters. Eleven people on board died in the attack. The operation sparked worldwide criticism, with many questioning its legality under international law.Background of the StrikeTrump announced the strike on September 2, 2025. He said the boat carried ...

Share Share Share Pin The United Arab Emirates (UAE), through the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), officially launched a large-scale training program for young refugees and war-affected groups across the Arab region. The program targets 7,000 participants in Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria, with at least half of them women. The launch took place in Dubai on September 2, 2025, marking a new milestone in creating sustainable jo...

Share Share Share Pin International aid has plunged sharply in 2025. Reports confirm that global assistance has dropped by as much as 17 percent, marking the steepest decline in three decades. The cuts are already being felt in conflict and disaster zones, from Gaza to Afghanistan and Sudan. Millions of people now face uncertain futures, with hunger and preventable deaths rising at alarming rates.Shrinking Global FundingAccording to OECD data, official development assistance (ODA) fell betwee...

Share Share Share Pin Beijing drew global attention on 3 September 2025 as President Xi Jinping led a massive military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The event not only displayed China’s military might but also delivered a powerful geopolitical signal through the presence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the main podium. The parade sent a clear message that China, Russia, and North Korea are tightening their ties amid ...

Share Share Share Pin Belgium has taken a bold step in global diplomacy. On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot announced that his country will officially recognize Palestine at this month’s United Nations General Assembly. Belgium will also impose 12 strict sanctions on Israel. The decision comes amid the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza and growing international calls for a two-state solution.Belgium’s Statement at the UNThe official recognition will take place a...

Share Share Share Pin The native ChatGPT app on macOS often feels less complete compared to the web version. One example is the “Ask to ChatGPT” feature when highlighting text, which is not yet available in the Mac app. Why does this happen? This article explores the differences between both platforms, the technical reasoning, and what users can expect in future updates.Key Differences Between Mac App and WebThe ChatGPT Mac app is built as a native program with the goal of delivering faster p...

Share Share Share Pin Afghanistan is facing another devastating tragedy after a 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck the eastern region of the country. The powerful tremor flattened villages, destroyed public facilities, and severely damaged infrastructure. At least 1,400 people have been confirmed dead, while thousands of others are injured, many in critical condition. International organizations warn that this disaster could spiral into a prolonged humanitarian crisis if the world does not act s...