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‘Hot mic’ hot mess: gaffes made by global leaders when they think no one is listening

Indonesia’s Prabowo is the latest world leader to fall foul of the ‘hot mic’ – diplomatic snafus that have caused embarrassment to leaders around the globe

The Guardian - AU

Why Did the Indonesian President Want to Meet Donald Trump's Son, Eric? Here's What the Two Leaders Whispered About After a Gaza Summit

On 13 Oct 2025, Indonesia's President Prabowo was caught on a live mic asking Donald Trump to arrange a meeting with Eric Trump—just as Trump Org's Bali resort plans ramp up. Explore the quotes, connections, and controversy.

International Business Times UK

Trump Caught On Hot Mic With Indonesian President — 'I'll Have Eric Call:' What's Going On?

A candid conversation between President Donald Trump and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Monday was accidentally captured on a live microphone during a Gaza-focused summit in Egypt, sparking questions about potential business discussions.

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Indonesia nearly doubles allowance for lawmakers weeks after public protests against perks

Government says ‘recess allowance’ hike necessitated by increase in food and transportation costs

The Independent UK

Indonesian police arrested hundreds after August riots, sending a chill through civil society

Mass protests against the greed of politicians led to protests in late August across Indonesia, calling for major reforms to the political system and police force. Civil society groups played a key role in these events.

The Conversation

Indonesia’s president heard on hot mic asking Trump if he can meet son Eric

The request from Prabowo Subianto at the Gaza peace summit in Egypt comes as the Trump Organisation is set to open new properties in Indonesia

The Guardian - AU

Arnie on track for another World Cup appearance

After beating Indonesia, former Socceroos boss Graham Arnold will lead Iraq at the 2026 World Cup if his side can see off Saudi Arabia next up in qualifying.

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Gymnastics governing body reacts to Indonesia's block on Israeli team at worlds in Jakarta

Gymnastics’ governing body has given a muted reaction to Indonesia’s announcement that it would block Israeli athletes from competing at the upcoming world championships in Jakarta

The Independent UK

Powerful 7.4-magnitude Philippines earthquake kills at least two and damages international airport

Aftershocks as strong as magnitude 6.4 were possible as residents urged to stay away from shoreline

The Independent UK

Singapore company allegedly helped China smuggle $2 billion worth of Nvidia AI processors, report claims — Nvidia denies that the accused has any China ties, but a U.S. investigation is underway

An investigation has uncovered that a Singapore-based firm with Chinese ties bought $2 billion worth of restricted Nvidia GPUs through Inspur's U.S. subsidiary to funnel them to Malaysia and Indonesia, where they were allegedly used by clients from China or resold to customers in the PRC.

Tom’s Hardware

Major Quake Strikes Off Southern Philippines

A powerful magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck off the southern Philippines on Friday, triggering tsunami warnings in the Asian nation as well as neighbouring Indonesia and Palau.

International Business Times

Indonesia denies visa to Israeli gymnastics team amid Gaza outcry

Indonesia to bar Israeli athletes from gymnastics world championships in Jakarta

The Independent UK

PHOTO ESSAY: Indonesia’s village keeps tradition of life on sand

In the northeastern tip of Indonesia’s Madura Island, sand blankets front yards and even spills into the interior of homes.

The Independent UK

UK plastic waste exports to developing countries rose 84% in a year, data shows

Campaigners say increase in exports mostly to Malaysia and Indonesia is ‘unethical and irresponsible waste imperialism’

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Benzinga

Nickel Surplus To Persist, As Indonesia Struggles To Bring Production Under Control

The International Nickel Study Group (INSG) has forecast that the global nickel market will remain in surplus for at least two more years. INSG said on Tuesday that the surplus would reach 209,000 metric tons in 2025, rising to 261,000 tons in 2026, as output growth continues to outpace demand.

LiveScience

Harvest supermoon photos: See the moon at its biggest and brightest in pictures from around the world

This year's full 'Harvest moon' was also a supermoon. Check out some of the best images of this lunar event with our worldwide gallery.

Motorsport

How the Indonesian GP stirred memories of Suzuki success for Alex Rins

Mandalika was by far the best race of the year for Rins, and it reminded him of “the old times with the Suzuki” - the team at which he won five MotoGP races

The Independent UK

Pro-Palestinian protests held on the 2-year anniversary of Hamas' attack on Israel

Protests have been held in Indonesia condemning Israel's actions in Gaza as thousands gathered in southern Israel to commemorate the second anniversary of Hamas' October 7 attack

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The Guardian - UK

How did Qatar and Saudi Arabia get home advantage and more rest than rivals in World Cup qualifiers?

The Oman coach, Carlos Queiroz, is among those who are questioning the AFC’s decision for the upcoming games

The Independent UK

Indonesia school collapse: 61 students dead as rescuers find more bodies

The ceiling of a prayer hall caved in at an Islamic boarding school last week

Autosport

How Honda and Yamaha let podium slip in Indonesian GP

Honda and Yamaha occupied five positions inside the top 10 after Friday but neither manufacturer finished on the podium come Sunday - even after rostrum contenders were wiped out on the first lap

Autosport

The ironic twist that helped Aldeguer to his first MotoGP win

On a weird weekend in Indonesia, a rookie defeated a man who had so much speed he literally didn’t know what to do with it. Here's how Fermin Aldeguer won the Indonesian GP

Motorsport

Winners and losers from the MotoGP Indonesian Grand Prix

From Fermin Aldeguer’s maiden win, Marc Marquez’s unfortunate injury and Ducati’s odd PR strategy, there were plenty of talking points from the most unconventional MotoGP race of the season

International Business Times

Indonesia Sense World Cup Chance As Asian Qualifying Reaches Climax

World Cup qualifying in Asia reaches its climax over the next week with Patrick Kluivert's Indonesia among six countries vying for two remaining spots from the region.

The Independent UK

Indonesian rescuers search for missing students after school collapse kills 40

Indonesian rescuers have recovered over two dozen bodies over the weekend alone after a prayer hall at an Islamic boarding school collapsed five days ago

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