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🌍 World🕌 Timur TengahVerified

Israel's Partial Withdrawal from Southern Lebanon: Diplomatic Move or Resilience Test?

A Haaretz report reveals Israel's plan for a partial troop withdrawal from the 'Blue Line' in southern Lebanon—a buffer zone since the 2006 war. Negotiations between Israeli and Lebanese representatives are scheduled this week to select pilot areas to be handed over to the Lebanese army under strict US supervision. The move aims to de-escalate border tensions but leaves significant questions about Hezbollah's commitment, the Lebanese army's capacity, and long-term stability.

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🌍 World🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

2026 Cabinet Restructuring: Three New Coordinating Ministers, Three Women Appointed as Deputy Ministers

Sultan Brunei announced a cabinet reshuffle on June 4, 2026 — the largest in this decade — creating three new positions of Coordinating Ministers and appointing three women as Deputy Ministers. The Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism was renamed the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. These changes aim to strengthen administration and accelerate economic diversification under Vision 2035.

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💰 Economy🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

VidDaCom Becomes the First Local Operator of the Liquid Mud Plant in Brunei

Brunei oil and gas service company VidDaCom will become the first local operator of a 23,000 barrel capacity liquid mud plant (LMP) in the Sungai Liang Industrial Area — a facility that supports upstream oil and gas operations and reduces reliance on imported supplies. Construction is expected to start in a few weeks.

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🌍 World🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

Sultan Brunei reshuffles cabinet: two princes appointed ministers, seven women hold high positions

Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah announced a cabinet reshuffle on June 5, 2026 — the first time two of his sons were appointed as full ministers, seven women were appointed to ministerial and deputy minister positions (a record high), and three new Coordinating Ministers were formed to strengthen the implementation of Vision 2035.

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💰 Economy🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

National Rice Milling Capacity Doubled: Wasan Milling Company Officially Launched

The upgraded Wasan Milling Company facility was officially inaugurated by His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam. This project has increased the country's rice milling capacity from 5,000 to over 10,000 metric tons per year — a critical step in achieving the target of 20 percent self-sufficiency in rice by 2027 and reducing reliance on imports.

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🌍 World🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

Brunei Cabinet 2026 Shake-Up: Sultan's Sons Enter Ministerial Positions, Women Set Record

Sultan of Brunei appointed two of his sons as ministers for the first time in a cabinet reshuffle on 5 June 2026 — the largest since 2022. At the same time, four women were appointed to ministerial or deputy minister positions, including the first female Minister of Education in the country's history. Three new roles of Coordinating Ministers were also introduced to strengthen the implementation of Vision 2035.

1 hari lalu3 min read31

🌍 World🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

Sultan Brunei Appoints Two Younger Sons as Ministers, New Cabinet Records Highest Female Representation

Sultan Brunei announced the largest cabinet reshuffle since 2022 on June 5, 2026 — for the first time, two of his younger sons were appointed as ministers. Female representation reached 41 percent, the highest in the country's history. The changes include three new Coordinator Minister positions to strengthen policy coordination in implementing the Vision 2035.

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📖 Today in HistoryVerified

2006: New Moons of Pluto Officially Named

On June 21, 2006, two new moons discovered orbiting Pluto were officially named Nix and Hydra. This decision was the result of a collaboration between astronomers and the general public through an online vote. The discovery and naming of these moons enhanced our understanding of the minor planet system, which at that time was still considered the ninth planet.

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📖 Today in History🇲🇾 MalaysiaVerified

MALANG! Banjir Besar 1926 Runtuhkan Seluruh Kampung, Ratusan Maut Dipercayai Timbus

Sebuah banjir besar yang melanda beberapa kawasan pada tahun 1926 mengorbankan ratusan nyawa dan memusnahkan seluruh kampung. Kejadian ini dianggap sebagai bencana alam paling dahsyat dalam sejarah tanah air.

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🚗 AutomotiveVerified

Volvo EX60 and EX90 Get 'Plug and Charge' — Charge EV Without Login or Card

Volvo introduced the 'Plug and Charge' feature for its new EV models, EX60 and EX90. Users just need to plug into a charging station — the car is automatically identified, charging starts, and payment is processed without manual intervention. This step simplifies the EV experience in areas with developing charging infrastructure, such as Nusantara.

1 hari lalu3 min read10

🌍 World🇮🇩 IndonesiaVerified

Sunset di Kebun: Family-Friendly Music Festival in the Midst of Green Entertainment Longing

PT Mitra Natura Raya is holding the 'Sunset di Kebun' music festival on June 20–21, 2026, at the Cibodas Botanical Garden area in Jakarta. The event combines performances by local musicians, family activities, UMKM cuisine, and sustainability principles—all in an open organic garden setting. This festival answers the city's longing for fresh entertainment that merges with nature, while promoting a green lifestyle and community economy.

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🚗 AutomotiveVerified

Next-Gen License Plate Cameras: Your AirPods Are Also Tracked

The new generation of automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) systems are no longer just reading car license plates—they can detect Bluetooth signals from AirPods, smartwatches, and phones. In the Nusantara region, which is full of smart devices, this technology opens new avenues in traffic monitoring, while raising big questions about privacy.

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🌍 World🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

Brunei Cabinet Revamp 2026: Three New Coordinating Ministers, Three Women Appointed as Deputy Ministers

Sultan Brunei announced a major cabinet overhaul on June 4, 2026 — with the creation of three new Coordinating Minister positions, the appointment of three women as Deputy Ministers for the first time simultaneously, and the rebranding of the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. These changes aim to strengthen policy coordination, accelerate the Brunei Vision 2035, and promote economic diversification and women's leadership.

2 hari lalu3 min read6

📖 Today in HistoryVerified

1990: Manjil–Rudbar Earthquake, Iran — A Tragedy That Shook

On June 21, 1990, a 7.4 Mw earthquake struck northern Iran, resulting in between 35,000 to 50,000 deaths and 60,000 to 105,000 injuries. The earthquake, which occurred at 00:30:14 local time, destroyed an area of 20,000 km2, including several major cities. The effects of the earthquake are still felt today, both physically and socially.

2 hari lalu3 min read6

🌍 World🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

Sultan Brunei Announces Cabinet Restructuring, Princes Given Ministerial Portfolios

Sultan Brunei announced a major cabinet reshuffle on Thursday, appointing two of his sons to ministerial positions for the first time and recording the highest number of women appointed in the history of the country. Three coordinating ministers were created to strengthen policy coordination ahead of the implementation of Vision 2035. This is the first major change since 2022.

2 hari lalu3 min read6

🌍 World🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

Wasan Milling Doubles Rice Milling Capacity to 20,000 Metric Tons Per Year

His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah officially inaugurated the upgraded facilities of Wasan Milling Company — now capable of processing 20,000 metric tons of rice per year. This move accelerates the national target of achieving 20 percent self-sufficiency in rice by 2027, supports local farmers, and reduces reliance on imports from Thailand and Vietnam.

2 hari lalu4 min read6

📖 Today in HistoryVerified

June 20, 1863: West Virginia Becomes the 35th State — A Birth from Civil War Division

On June 20, 1863, during the American Civil War, West Virginia was admitted as the 35th U.S. state — a forced separation from Virginia due to deep disagreements over slavery and loyalty to the Union. The process was controversial but succeeded in solidifying Union control in a strategic area and paved the way for long-term political, economic, and demographic transformation.

2 hari lalu3 min read7

💰 Economy🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

EKSKLUSIF: Mendedahkan Transformasi Senyap Brunei Menjelang 2026 – Antara Wawasan dan Realiti Global!

Nusantara Meridian membongkar kemajuan kritikal dan cabaran tersembunyi yang membentuk laluan Brunei Darussalam menjelang pertengahan 2026, ketika negara kecil yang kaya ini berusaha gigih untuk merealisasikan Wawasan 2035 di tengah gelombang perubahan global.

2 hari lalu3 min read7

💰 Economy🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

Brunei Begins Building Industrial Vessels at Anson — First Step Toward Maritime Self-Reliance

Anson Shipyard has started constructing Hull 211 — an 80-person crew transfer vessel for Fast Offshore Services — at Muara Port. This is the first time Brunei has built an industrial vessel entirely locally, creating job opportunities, technology transfer, and strengthening the maritime economy in line with Brunei Vision 2035.

2 hari lalu4 min read9

🏛️ Politics🇧🇳 BruneiVerified

Three New Coordinating Ministers, Three Women Promoted: What Does the 2026 Cabinet Change Mean for Brunei's People?

On June 4, 2026, in Bandar Seri Begawan, Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah announced the largest cabinet reshuffle since 2022 — with the establishment of three new Coordinating Minister positions, the promotion of three women to Deputy Minister roles, and the rebranding of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism into the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. These changes are not just name adjustments, but a direct reflection of the strategic drive of Brunei Vision 2035: accelerating economic transformation, strengthening inter-ministerial governance, and expanding women's leadership roles within the government machinery. It also marks a shift in operations from a traditional sectoral approach to a results-based coordination model — particularly in terms of post-low oil price economic recovery and the development of the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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