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When Mohammad Hatta passed away in 1980, Indonesia mourned the loss of one of its founding fathers. As the country’s first vice president and a central figure in the independence movement, he was entitled to burial in the national Heroes’ Cemetery.

Yet Hatta had made a clear request: he did not want to be buried there. His decision reflected principle, humility, and...


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Long before laboratory-crafted sunscreens lined pharmacy shelves, communities in Myanmar were shielding their skin with a pale golden paste made from tree bark.

Known as Thanaka, this 2,000-year-old cosmetic tradition blends beauty, culture, and science, offering natural sun protection that many believe rivals modern formulas used around the world today. Its legacy endu...


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In the complex landscape of global economics in 2026, Southeast Asia has solidified its presence as a powerhouse of prosperity. 

According to the latest data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), two nations from this region have successfully secured their spots among the world’s top 10 richest economies by GDP per capita (PPP). Singapore has surged to the...


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Once often mistaken for foreign brands, they are now sources of national pride. Several Indonesian brands have quietly established a strong global presence, reaching household kitchens in Africa, supermarket shelves in Australia, and even outdoor retail stores in Switzerland.

More than simple exports, some have built overseas factories, opened international outlets, and...


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Amid the bustle of urban life in Southeast Asia, two global indices offer sharply contrasting pictures of the region’s urban quality of life.

One report ranks a capital city among the most stressed in the world, while another elevates a Southeast Asian city as one of the happiest globally. So where does your city stand?

A different picture emerges from the Happy...


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