JAKARTA, June 27 (Jakarta Post/ANN): The recent government crackdown on hardline Muslim mass organisation Khilafatul Muslimin, which is thought to have either funded or is affiliated with a number of educational institutions throughout the country, has sown fresh concerns over the threat of intolerant education in schools. Authorities cracked down on the group, alleged to be … [Read more...] about Intolerant schools cause for alarm in Indonesia, but humane approach necessary, say experts
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US sets new sanctions against Russia, outlines G7 plans
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appears onscreen to update G7 leaders on the Russia-Ukraine war during the G7 Summit, in the Bavarian Alps, Germany June 27, 2022. Kenny Holston/Pool via REUTERS SCHLOSS ELMAU, Germany — The United States said on Monday it and its G7 allies planned further action to support Ukraine and sanctions against Russia over its invasion of its … [Read more...] about US sets new sanctions against Russia, outlines G7 plans
Afghan agency says earthquake survivors need cash; enough aid for now
Afghan people walk through the debris of damaged houses after the recent earthquake in Wor Kali village in the Barmal district of Paktika province, Afghanistan, June 25, 2022. REUTERS/Ali Khara KABUL — An Afghan aid agency appealed on Monday for cash for survivors of a deadly earthquake, saying it had no room to store food and had enough tents, and money for villagers to … [Read more...] about Afghan agency says earthquake survivors need cash; enough aid for now
Slow progress of Asean peace plan for Myanmar criticised
JAKARTA (The Jakarta Post/Asia News Network): Observers have criticised a stalemate in the implementation of an Asean peace plan for Myanmar, which was agreed upon more than a year ago in response to the military coup in the South-East Asian country. The Myanmar military took over the country in a coup in February last year, ousting civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi and … [Read more...] about Slow progress of Asean peace plan for Myanmar criticised
Why the Microsoft Surface is a good device for students
AS SCHOOLS reopen and parents rush to purchase laptops during this post-pandemic period, it’s entirely possible that some may have bought devices that were not designed for the academic setting. Laptops are widely used because of the productivity tools they offer combined with their portability. Microsoft Malaysia has an advantage in this field with their Microsoft Surface … [Read more...] about Why the Microsoft Surface is a good device for students