Indonesia Gears Up for 2026 AFF Futsal Cup: Brunei Awaits in Monday’s Opener The Indonesian national futsal team is poised to begin its campaign in the 2026 AFF Futsal Cup, facing Brunei on Monday afternoon. Preparations are complete, and a newly tested squad, under the guidance of coach Souto, is ready to answer the challenge. … Read more
Iran Navigates Regional Tensions with Eid Al-Fitr Greetings and Calls for Peace Amidst escalating regional conflicts and internal pressures, Iran has extended Eid Al-Fitr greetings, signaling a desire for peaceful relations with its neighbors, particularly Muslim-majority nations. This gesture, coupled with recent statements from Iranian officials emphasizing a rejection of war, presents a complex picture … Read more
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The Future of Lunar Calendars: Harmonizing Tradition and Technology in Determining Global Religious Observances Over 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide rely on the lunar calendar to determine the dates of significant religious events, most notably Eid al-Fitr. Yet, the process of sighting the new crescent moon – the hilal – remains a surprisingly analog endeavor, often … Read more
Jazz Singer Jaz Hayat and Artist Wavi Zihan Officially Married In a celebration of love and artistry, Indonesian jazz vocalist Jaz Hayat has officially married visual artist Wavi Zihan. The wedding ceremony, a deeply personal and intimate affair, took place recently, marking a new chapter for the celebrated couple. News of the nuptials quickly spread … Read more
Just 58 years ago, the map of Southeast Asia was redrawn with a separation that continues to ripple through geopolitics. While often framed as a historical event, the recent declassification of Singapore’s ‘Albatross File’ – detailing the fraught negotiations leading to its split from Malaysia in 1965 – reveals a pattern of systemic vulnerabilities inherent … Read more