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Swipe through to revisit the moments that shaped Indonesia this year. From historic elections to scandals within state institutions and celebrations, it's been a year to remember. Illustrated by Adinda. Got any other highlights? Drop them in the comments below!

Scientists have long known that light can sometimes appear to exit a material before entering it -- an effect dismissed as an illusion caused by how waves are distorted by matter. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/g5auyYqs

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Gapmmi has warned that the 12 percent VAT rate starting on Jan. 1 is likely to end up passing increased supply chain costs onto consumers. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gnC-msN3

As a priority tourism destination, Bali is at the forefront of Indonesia’s efforts to promote sustainable tourism. With national attention on the island’s environmental impact, there is a growing push to implement policies and partnerships that reduce plastic waste, ensuring Bali remains a model of eco-friendly tourism and preserves its natural beauty for future generations. The Bali administration has been progressively developing various strategies and policies to implement sustainable tourism areas. Such policies range from reducing single-use plastic waste all the way to protecting lakes, springs, rivers and the sea. Opinion by Emenda Sembiring, Attar Hikmahtiar Ramadan and Elprida Agustina. Illustrated by Adinda. Click here to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/g58Zt-76

APPLE AND ANDROID USERS, UNITE! 🤝🏳️ The Jakarta Post's The Weekender kicks off 2025 with a consumer insights article, publishing January 11, 2025. We want to hear your thoughts on the government’s ban on the iPhone 16 until Apple meets its investment requirements. 🤳 Share your insights and help shape our first issue of the year! Visit bit.ly/applevsindo. #AppleBan #SeeYouOnTheWeekends #TheWeekender #TheJakartaPost

Indonesia could become the next country to legislate a ban on social media use for minors, following rising concerns regarding the technology's impact on children's mental health. Do you agree that teenagers and children should not access social media? Give us your thoughts in the comments below. Illustrated by Aldi. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/ggBbmWsx

At least four potential names for the next chairman of the United Development Party (PPP) have emerged, including former tourism minister Sandiaga Uno, as the party seeks to reform after its first big election blow. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/g-BRz6g6

The retirement business remains underdeveloped in Indonesia, but experts say the aging population at home and abroad means the time to invest is now. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gcdDw5rX