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Garut drug bust via Instagram nets 19 meth packets
Garut Police arrested a 25-year-old man in Sukawening after uncovering an Instagram-linked meth distribution network. Officers seized 19 ready-to-sell packets, a motorcycle and a cellphone.
Uganda media shutdown deepens fears over press freedom
Uganda’s biggest independent media group was forced off air on Sunday after the army chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, ordered the shutdown. The move cut access to TV, radio and online news for millions and drew sharp criticism from press freedom groups.
AI Chip Crisis Forces Apple to Raise MacBook Prices
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – Apple has raised global prices on its MacBook and iPad lineups as the AI chip crisis tightens memory and storage supply worldwide. The move, which is rare outside a product launch cycle, adds up to about $300 per unit and could signal a broader price increase across Apple’s devices.
Social media ban for under-16s spreads across countries
The social media ban for under-16s is moving from one country to another, with the UK now joining Australia in setting a 16-year minimum age. Big tech is pushing back hard through lobbying and legal arguments, but pressure from parents, politicians and former insiders is building fast.
5 Best AI Meditation Apps June 2026 for Stress & Insomnia
Five AI-powered meditation apps are helping millions beat stress, anxiety, and sleeplessness in June 2026 — and several are completely free. From guided sleep sounds to personalized AI audio sessions, here's which app fits your needs best.
National Security Is Shaping AI Access in the U.S.
The U.S. is now steering access to advanced AI models through national security concerns. Anthropic’s case shows that government oversight is moving from theory into the industry’s new operating rules.
How Making Music a Daily Chore Made Me a Real Musician
An essayist who finished an album during a three-month sabbatical discovered a new way to create: routine, measurable, and no longer dependent on inspiration. He shares how daily work, collaboration, and deliberately boring habits produced his best songs yet.
Turkish Startups Pitch Investors at We Make Future 2026
Seven Turkish startups will represent their country at We Make Future 2026 in Bologna, Italy, June 24–26, through the Turkey Pavilion. Their goal: land investors, forge international partnerships, and break into new markets — a model showing how nations are building global bridges for homegrown innovation.
Gontor Centennial Show Draws 1,200 Performers
Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor marked its centennial with Darussalam All Star Show, a large-scale performance involving 1,200 students and teachers. The show blended drama, traditional dance, Reog Ponorogo, and modern music before thousands of spectators in Ponorogo, East Java, underscoring the pesantren’s influence and its student-led creative culture.
Portugal vs Croatia Tickets in Toronto Hit $3,225
Portugal vs Croatia tickets in Toronto have surged on the resale market, with the cheapest seats averaging $3,225. Cristiano Ronaldo’s clash with Luka Modric, plus FIFA’s dynamic pricing, is pushing fans out of the stadium.
FKIP UMPR Earns National Praise for Academic Transformation
FKIP UMPR received national recognition from ALPTK PTMA for its academic gains, new postgraduate programs, and stronger quality governance.
Strands NYT Tips for June 28: March in June Clue
Strands NYT tips for June 28 point players to the “March in June” theme in puzzle No. 847, helping them protect their streak and understand how Strands differs from Wordle or Connections.
Samsung Tests One UI 9 for Galaxy A24 4G: What It Means
Samsung has begun testing One UI 9, based on Android 17, for the Galaxy A24 4G — just days after rolling out a stable One UI 8.5 update. While no beta or stable release date has been announced, firmware traces on Samsung's servers confirm development is actively underway.
Digital Literacy Gains Urgency as ABI Pushes Cyber Defense
ABI is pushing digital literacy as a defense against increasingly sophisticated cybercrime in financial services. In a forum with BSSN, OJK, and the Jakarta provincial government, industry leaders said phishing, social engineering, AI, and deepfake scams are raising the stakes for users who transact online every day.
How Pesantren Cooperatives Are Building Financial Independence
Indonesia's Cooperatives Minister Ferry Juliantono is backing a push to turn Islamic boarding schools into economic powerhouses — with government loans, market links, and a hard truth: 90% still lack formal legal status.
DR Congo Comeback Stuns Uzbekistan, Reaches Round of 32
A tense Group K clash at the 2026 World Cup turned into a comeback night for DR Congo. Les Leopards rallied from an early deficit to beat Uzbekistan 3-1 and clinch a historic place in the Round of 32.
Cyber Threats Rise in Cloud and AI Era, BDO Warns
Cloud and AI are helping businesses move faster, but they are also widening the attack surface for cyber threats. BDO Indonesia warns that recovery costs can surge, governance can be weak, and deepfakes are getting harder to spot. Companies are urged to build security that is automated, measurable, and sustainable.
Kaltara Cyber Threat Warning: ASN Told to Change Passwords
The Kaltara cyber threat has pushed the provincial government to tighten its response after signs of a data breach surfaced. DKISP has asked affected agencies to coordinate with BSSN, while ASN are told to change passwords and residents are urged to avoid suspicious links and unofficial apps.
7 AI Smartphone Trends in 2026 You Should Know Before Buying
JOURNALARTA.COM, JAKARTA — 2026 is becoming a major turning point for the global smartphone industry. Artificial intelligence, once treated as a side feature, is now built deep into operating systems and phone hardware. If you plan to buy a new phone this year, understanding how AI-ready devices differ will help you avoid choosing a handset that already feels outdated.
UMKM Bazaar Opens Bamboo Rafting Festival in HSS
Hj. Mustaidah Syafrudin Noor opened the UMKM and creative economy bazaar at the 2026 Bamboo Rafting Festival in Loksado, Hulu Sungai Selatan. Thirty tenants showcased local products, from traditional foods to creative goods. She urged small businesses to use digital tools and turn bamboo into higher-value local products.
Ngawi Launches SIMATA MOLEK App to Put Tourism Information on Phones
Ngawi's tourism office has launched SIMATA MOLEK, an app that gathers destinations, food, culture, events and the creative economy in one place on visitors' phones.
AI Bubble Still Has Room, Despite Correction Risks
The AI bubble has not burst yet, even as warnings grow louder. Strong profits, rising tech debt, and fear of missing out keep U.S. stocks moving higher.
Why Laptop Prices Jumped in Mid-2026, and What’s Driving It
JOURNALARTA.COM, JAKARTA — Laptop prices are climbing fast in mid-2026, hitting students, office workers, and budget buyers the hardest. Entry-level models that once felt affordable now cost far more, driven by a global chip squeeze, surging AI demand, and more expensive hardware standards for so-called AI PCs. Here’s what is pushing the market up.
Bidirectional Pixel Could Redefine Screens and Sensors
ETH Zurich researchers have developed a bidirectional pixel that can display images and analyze incoming light. The technology could reshape phones, AR devices, and optical communication, though it is still far from mass production.