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Jakarta governor, police urge calm after malls erect fences
Jakarta officials urge calm as malls erect fences in apparent response to unrest concerns.
By The Spotlight Desk · 1 min read
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southeast-asia
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Malaysia’s BN-PN Coalition Secures Negeri Sembilan Victory
BN-PN coalition wins Negeri Sembilan polls, consolidating Malay-Muslim voter support and reshaping Malaysia's political trajectory.
By The Spotlight Desk · 2 min read
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Thai beauty brands establish Southeast Asian foothold with tropical-first approach
Thai beauty brands are expanding across Southeast Asia with formulas designed for tropical climates, creating a distinct movement separate from K-beauty and J-beauty.
By The Spotlight Desk · 2 min read
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Southeast Asians building lives in Arctic Greenland
Southeast Asian migrants are establishing new lives in Greenland, drawn by employment opportunities in the Arctic territory's growing economy.
By The Spotlight Desk · 2 min read
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Massive Attack Banned from Singapore Over Palestine Flag Display
British electronic group Massive Attack was barred from future Singapore performances after displaying a Palestinian flag during a July concert, highlighting tensions between artistic freedom and…
By The Spotlight Desk · 3 min read
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Indonesia positioned to shape global climate diplomacy
Indonesia is urged to take a more active role in shaping global climate diplomacy, leveraging its biodiversity and developing-economy status.
By The Spotlight Desk · 1 min read
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Malaysian state votes as Anwar’s coalition seeks to hold Negeri Sembilan
Voters in Negeri Sembilan decide whether Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition can hold the state assembly.
By The Spotlight Desk · 1 min read
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Negeri Sembilan’s August 1 poll tests Anwar’s grip on Malaysia
Negeri Sembilan's state election on 1 August is a high-stakes test for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition government in Malaysia.
By The Spotlight Desk · 1 min read
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Bandwagon expands artist booking and event services across Asia
Bandwagon formalises its events and talent booking division, offering brands and agencies a full-service platform for artist booking, event production, and music campaign marketing across Asia.
By The Spotlight Desk · 2 min read