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Indonesia cuts lawmaker perks as president tries to quell protests
Indonesia cuts lawmaker perks as president tries to quell protests

Indonesia cut financial perks for lawmakers on Sunday, after at least five people were killed in protests against economic hardship that have escalated into anger against police.

August 31, 2025

Vardy set to complete move to Serie A side Cremonese: source
Vardy set to complete move to Serie A side Cremonese: source

Jamie Vardy is close to completing a move to Cremonese, who are level on points with Serie A leaders Napoli, a source at the promoted club confirmed to AFP on Sunday.

August 31, 2025

Japan's Yamaguchi cruises to third badminton world title
Japan's Yamaguchi cruises to third badminton world title

Akane Yamaguchi beat former world number one Chen Yufei of China 21-9, 21-13 on Sunday to win the women's singles badminton world championship final.

August 31, 2025

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Indonesia leader says some protests 'leaning towards treason, terrorism'
Indonesia leader says some protests 'leaning towards treason, terrorism'

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Sunday spoke out against protests over economic conditions and inequality, saying some actions in rallies that have spread across the country in recent days amounted to treason and terrorism.

August 31, 2025

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Britain's energy grid bets on flywheels to keep the lights on
Britain's energy grid bets on flywheels to keep the lights on

Britain's energy operator is betting on an age-old technology to future-proof its grid, as the power plants that traditionally helped stabilise it are closed and replaced by renewable energy systems.

August 31, 2025