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American singer, composer and multi-instrumentalist Jon Batiste performed at Java Jazz Festival 2026 at the Nusantara International Convention Exhibition (NICE) P*K 2 in Tangerang, Banten (May 29). The Grammy Award-winning artist performed several of his signature songs, including Drink Water, Be Who You Are, Cry, and Big Money, drawing enthusiastic responses from thousands of concertgoers.

The festival’s opening day was marked by lively performances from leading Indonesian and international musicians. The myBCA Stage featured a collaboration between Dira Sugandi, Ruth Sahanaya, Novia Bachmid and Harbourside Jazz from Australia before Jon Batiste’s special appearance. Other artists performing on Friday included Mahalini, RAN, Incognito, Thee Sacred Souls, Lisa Simone and Barry Likumahuwa across the festival’s various stages.

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President Prabowo Subianto arrived back in Jakarta on Saturday morning after concluding a high-profile diplomatic tour in Paris, France. The state visit marks a pivotal milestone in advancing the bilateral alliance between the two nations across critical economic and security sectors.

The presidential aircraft touched down at Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base at approximately 10am WIB. On the tarmac, Prabowo was greeted by Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, alongside Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, National Police (Polri) chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, and deputy commander of the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) General Tandyo Budi Revita.

During his diplomatic itinerary in Paris, Prabowo engaged in several major events engineered to deepen Indonesia’s European ties. The visit commenced with a formal welcoming ceremony hosted by the French government at the historic Les Invalides complex, honoring the Indonesian head of state with full military protocols.

Following the ceremony, Prabowo held a pivotal bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace. The two leaders reviewed pressing geopolitical developments and mapped out collaborative expansions in sectors of mutual national interest.

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Chronic fatigue, difficulty focusing, rapid burnout, declining sleep quality, heightened irritability, decreased libido, and thinning hair are frequently dismissed as inevitable consequences of getting older.

However, these life-altering shifts can actually be indicators of a clinically significant decline in testosterone levels—a condition known as andropause, or more commonly, “male menopause.”

Unlike menopause in women, which presents with clear and sudden biological markers, andropause develops gradually and often goes entirely unnoticed. Many men push through their demanding daily routines even when their bodies are no longer functioning at their peak.

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President Prabowo Subianto reaffirmed Indonesia’s steadfast commitment to deepening its strategic partnership with France during a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace on Thursday.

In his remarks, Prabowo highlighted the robust bilateral cooperation between the two nations as they navigate a landscape of global instability, emphasizing the critical roles that both Indonesia and France play in maintaining international peace and security.

“Looking ahead at future global developments, we are confident that amid a global climate fraught with uncertainty, tension, and conflict, our two nations can serve as a positive force,” he said.

“Indonesia will always champion all efforts directed toward peace. In today’s interconnected world, where science and technology have effectively made the earth smaller, war and conflict can yield no benefit to anyone.”

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Minister of Manpower Yassierli officially closed the second batch of the National Internship Program at the Tridarma Hall of the Ministry of Manpower in Jakarta on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

During the event, Yassierli emphasized the importance of young people’s strong skills and competencies for the increasingly dynamic job market.

The first and second batches of the National Internship Program have attracted around 76,000 participants in total. About 14,000 participants joined the first batch, while approximately 62,000 others took part in the second batch. The large number of participants reflects the strong interest among young people in gaining direct work experience in industrial environments.

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President Prabowo Subianto performed Eid al-Adha prayers at Wisma Indonesia in Paris on Wednesday. His presence created a warm, memorable moment for Indonesian citizens and the broader diaspora living in France.

Accompanied by the echoing chants of the takbir, Prabowo arrived at around 8.40am local time. He proceeded directly to the front row to join the congregation in recitation before participating in the prayer session. The service was observed with deep solemnity, joined by Indonesian nationals who had been gathering at the Indonesian ambassador’s residence since early morning.

The prayer and sermon were led by Fakhruddin Arrozi, an alumnus of the International Islamic University of Islamabad, Pakistan, who holds a master’s degree and currently serves as a lecturer at Muhammadiyah University Lamongan.

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Thousands of Muslims performed the 1447 Hijri Eid al-Adha prayer in congregation at Lagoon Beach, Ancol, Jakarta (May 27). The stretch of sandy shoreline turned into a sea of worshippers who had arrived since early morning to take part in the prayer at the coastal tourist area. This year’s Eid al-Adha prayer was held after the Government declared 1 Zulhijah 1447 Hijri to fall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

The chanting of takbir echoed across the beach area as the prayer was conducted solemnly and orderly. Worshippers filled rows stretching across the sand while carrying their own prayer mats and prayer equipment. A deeply religious atmosphere could be felt even before the prayer began, with many families arriving together with children and relatives to worship in the open-air setting.

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Philanthropy plays a strategic role in strengthening healthcare services, particularly maternal and child health, said Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin during the signing of an MoU between the Danantara Indonesia Trust (DIT) and the Health Ministry (Kemenkes) on Monday (25/5/2026).

“Effective philanthropic initiatives must be anchored in trust and function as a catalyst to amplify the community impact of national health programs. Philanthropy is built on trust. Without establishing trust, securing philanthropic funding is impossible. Secondly, philanthropy must serve as a catalyst or leverage.”

The collaboration focuses primarily on improving maternal and child health and nutrition. The comprehensive initiative includes the distribution of hexavalent (6-in-1) vaccines to protect children from various infectious diseases, the strengthening of the vaccine cold chain infrastructure to ensure safe storage across the archipelago, and the provision of multiple micronutrient supplements to safeguard pregnant and postpartum mothers while actively preventing stunting.

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President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated the renovated Museum and Library of the Indonesian Army Staff and Command College (Seskoad) in Bandung, on Monday. It cements Seskoad’s long-standing reputation as a prestigious educational institution that has groomed numerous prominent leaders on both national and international stages.

Seskoad has a distinguished track record of producing graduates who have risen to the highest offices in the Indonesian government. Notably, three of the nation’s presidents are alumni of the college: the second president, Suharto; the sixth president, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY); and Prabowo himself. Additionally, three other Seskoad alumni have served the nation as vice president, including the fourth VP Umar Wirahadikusumah, the fifth VP Sudharmono, and the sixth VP Try Sutrisno.

Seskoad’s influence extends far beyond domestic borders, earning a stellar international reputation by training four chiefs of the Singapore Army: Neo Kian Hong, who served from 2007 to 2010; Melvyn Ong Su Kiat (2015-18); David Neo Chin Wee (2022-25), and the incumbent Cai Dexian.

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Nine Indonesian citizens who were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) humanitarian mission and had previously been detained by the Israeli military arrived at Terminal 3 of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, on Saturday (May 24). Their arrival was welcomed by Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono and Palestinian Ambassador to Indonesia Abdulfattah A.K. Al-Sattari.

The nine Indonesians were detained in international waters while taking part in the Global Sumud Flotilla voyage to the Gaza Strip, Palestine, aimed at delivering humanitarian aid and breaking the Israeli blockade. Before returning to Indonesia, the volunteers first arrived in Istanbul, Türkiye, where they underwent medical examinations on May 21.

The group consisted of four media crew members: Andre Nugroho, Thoudy Badai, Bambang Noroyono and Heru Rahendro, as well as five humanitarian activists: Andi Angga, Hendro Prasetyo, Herman Budianto, Ronggo Wirsanu and Asad Aras.

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