Stories from Indonesia

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake has struck the Northern Molucca Sea. The transcript also discusses the importance of self-control in preventing minor conflicts from escalating into violence.

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake has struck the Northern Molucca Sea. The earthquake was also reported as magnitude 3.1 in a separate broadcast. The tremor was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers. No tsunami warning has been issued.

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake occurred in the Northern Molucca Sea at 03:37:07 UTC on May 4, 2026. The epicenter was located at 2.99°N, 126.54°E at a depth of 30 km. The tremor was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers. No tsunami warning has been issued.

A water main rupture in South Jakarta has caused damage to asphalt road surfaces. The repair of the underground pipe must be completed before the road surface can be fixed. The incident occurred in the Sukadiana water resource area.

Authorities clarified that reports of a 10-meter tsunami wave destroying tourist sites in Banten Province are false. The information circulating in videos claiming a flood hit the capital is a hoax. Officials stated the video content is fraudulent.

The Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) has closed a Ponpes Islamic boarding school in Pati. The closure follows allegations that the institution's founder has become a suspect in a fraud investigation.

The market share for online motorcycle taxis, known as Ojol, has decreased to 8 percent following the implementation of new regulations. Analysts suggest this smaller proportion might allow for a meaningful increase in driver income.

President Subianto plans to introduce the 'People's Business Credit' or KUR with interest rates capped at 5% annually.

The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) hopes Indonesian youth will prioritize physical exercise and stay away from drugs. This statement was made by BNN head, General Police, Police Commissioner General, during a large rally in Kasa.

National Narcotics Agency (BNN) head, Police General Boy Rafli Amar, stated at a large rally in Kasa that Indonesian youth should prioritize physical exercise and stay away from drugs.