Island Near Antarctica Hit by Donald Trump's Trade Tariffs

  

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Heard Island and McDonald Islands, Australian external territories, both accessible only by a two-week boat trip from Perth on Australia’s west coast, are among the most remote places on Earth. Both islands are completely uninhabited. The last human visit was believed to have been almost 10 years ago. But ironically, the islands have not escaped Trump’s 10 percent trade tariffs.[1]

Heard and McDonald Islands are featured on a list released by the White House of “countries” that will be subject to new trade tariffs. Heard and McDonald Islands are among several Australian “external territories” listed separately on the tariff list for Australia. External territories are parts of Australia that do not have their own governments, but have a unique relationship with the federal government. They are the ones featured on the White House list.[2]

Export figures from Heard Island and McDonald Islands are confusing. The area has fisheries but no buildings or human habitation. Despite this, according to World Bank export data, the US imported $1.4 million worth of products from Heard Island and McDonald Islands in 2022, almost all of which was “machinery and electricity.” In the previous five years, imports from Heard Island and McDonald Islands ranged from $15,000 to $325,000 per year.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Pulau yang Dihuni Penguin Kena Tarif Dagang Trump, Ini Besarannya", www.kompas.com., Albertus Adit, 04/04/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 7 April 2025, Link: https://www.kompas.com/global/read/2025/04/04/210930070/pulau-yang-dihuni-penguin-kena-tarif-dagang-trump-ini-besarannya?source=headline

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

Five Main Characteristics of Illegal Online Loans

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The Financial Services Authority (OJK) warns against being seduced by illegal online loans (pinjol) which are increasingly rampant. Applications for illegal pinjol usually increase along with the increase in additional needs during the Eid moment. Quoted from the official Instagram account @ojkindonesia, these additional needs include clothing, distributing money or THR (Holiday allowance), cake parcels, to travel tickets. In this condition, people often get trapped by illegal pinjol. OJK also asked the public to recognize the characteristics of illegal pinjol as follows so they can avoid them:[1]

1. First, Not registered or licensed by the Financial Services Authority. 
2. Second, illegal online loans often use names that resemble legal online loans to trick victims. 
3. Third, illegal online loans offer fast loans without conditions and the granting process is too easy. 
4. Fourth, illegal online loans often offer loans via SMS or WhatsApp from unknown numbers. 
5. Fifth, the interest given, loan fees, and fines are not transparent.

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1. "Hati-hati Bujuk Rayu Pinjol Ilegal! Kenali Ciri-cirinya Agar Tidak Terjebak", www.detik.com., Andi Hidayat, 31 Maret 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 4 April 2025, Link: https://finance.detik.com/fintech/d-7849412/hati-hati-bujuk-rayu-pinjol-ilegal-kenali-ciri-cirinya-agar-tidak-terjebak

Italy Tightens Citizenship Claims Through Descent

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On March 28, the Italian government tightened the rules for claiming citizenship through jus sanguinis, or bloodline. The law will go to parliament for ratification within 60 days. More changes could be made, but for now, new citizenship applications must meet new requirements. The sudden change affects thousands of people around the world who are hoping or preparing to get an Italian passport. The pizza country’s passport is one of the most coveted and currently the easiest to obtain. Under the new rules, applicants must have at least one Italian parent or grandparent to apply under jus sanguinis.[1]

They must also demonstrate proficiency in Italian, previously only required for naturalization through residency or marriage. The proficiency test is a five-part state exam held several times a year, or a higher level equivalency exam for those who do not live in Italy. Currently, applicants do not have to live in Italy, but must have lived in the country for three years to qualify. Previously, anyone with Italian ancestors who lived after 17 March 1861, when the Kingdom of Italy was founded, was eligible for citizenship. The process took about two years with costs ranging from notary fees and document translation to thousands of dollars to hire a company to do all the work.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Italia Tutup Pintu Klaim Kewarganegaraan Via Kakek-nenek Buyut", www.detik.com., Ahmad Masaul Khoiri, 03 Apr 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 4 April 2025, Link: https://travel.detik.com/travel-news/d-7853721/italia-tutup-pintu-klaim-kewarganegaraan-via-kakek-nenek-buyut?utm_source=detik.com&utm_medium=referral

2. Ibid.

Hooters Restaurants Files for Bankruptcy

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Hooters — the restaurant chain first known for its orange-clad, all-female wait staff and then its chicken wings — filed for bankruptcy, the company announced Monday. But the decades-old brand said it isn’t going anywhere. In the bankruptcy process, the company plans to sell all of its 100 company-owned restaurants to two franchisee groups that operate Hooters locations in the Tampa, Florida, and Chicago areas. The combined group collectively operates a third of the US franchised-owned locations, according to the press release.[1]

The company said it plans to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy in “approximately 90-120 days.” “Today’s announcement marks an important milestone in our efforts to reinforce Hooters’ financial foundation and continue delivering the guest-obsessed hospitality experience and delicious food our customers and communities have come to expect,” said Sal Melilli, chief executive officer of Hooters of America in the release. Hooters filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Texas court, a common route for struggling companies hoping to solve their financial problems through reorganization.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Hooters files for bankruptcy", edition.cnn.com., Ramishah Maruf, 31 Maret 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 3 April 2025, Link: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/03/31/business/hooters-restaurant-bankruptcy/index.html

2. Ibid.

Customer Files a Police Report Because of Glass Shards Found in Iced Coffee

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A real-life incident recently unfolded at a Kopitiam in Seri Kembangan, where a customer shockingly discovered glass shards in their iced coffee. The ordeal was shared in a Serdang community Facebook group, accompanied by photos of the contaminated drink and the police report filed against the establishment.[1]

According to the report, the customer had purchased 5 iced coffees from the kopitiam around 6am on 21 Mar 2025. Upon bringing them home, their child, who was unpacking the drinks, immediately noticed something odd — sharp fragments lurking inside the beverage. To grasp the full extent of the danger, the customer strained the coffee, revealing an alarming pile of glass shards that closely resembled ice cubes. To prove they weren’t mistaken, they even pressed the fragments against the strainer, demonstrating that the pieces were, without a doubt, solid glass.[2]

What made the situation even more unsettling was that some shards were so tiny they settled inconspicuously at the bottom of the glass. Worse still, the contamination wasn’t limited to a single cup — all 5 iced coffees contained glass. The customer attempted to return to the Kopitiam to raise the issue but found it had already closed for the day. Left with no other recourse, they proceeded to file a police report to bring awareness to the matter.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Glass Shards Found in Kopitiam Iced Coffee, Customer Files Police Report", sg.style.yahoo.com, Iman Sofia, 29 March 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 30 Maret 2025, Link: https://sg.style.yahoo.com/glass-shards-found-kopitiam-iced-040023966.html

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

Bekasi Youth Dies in Cambodia Allegedly Victim of Human Trafficking

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Diana (43) is the mother of Soleh Darmawan (24). Diana explained that her son worked in Cambodia starting from an offer from a job search foundation with an office in Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta, in mid-February 2025. At that time, Soleh was promised work in the hotel sector in Thailand. Coincidentally, Soleh had been involved in the hotel world for a long time. Soleh then visited the foundation's office on February 17, 2025. Soleh then agreed to work in Thailand. After reaching an agreement, Soleh returned to his residence to ask for his parents' blessing. Exactly on February 18, 2025, Soleh finally left for Thailand by plane even though his mother had forbidden him.[1]

Upon arriving in Thailand, Soleh contacted his mother while reminding her not to worry about him. Within four days, the two of them continued to communicate every day. However, after that, their communication suddenly broke off. During the communication break, Diana was always worried about her son's fate. This worry finally peaked when she was suddenly contacted by a man named Kevin in a video call on the evening of March 2, 2025. In the middle of the conversation, Diana was surprised when the video call camera showed Soleh sitting slumped on the bed. She repeatedly called her son, but Soleh did not respond at all. After that, their conversation ended. On the morning of March 3, 2025, Kevin contacted her again. He informed her that his son had died. The news made her very sad. She immediately asked Kevin to return her son's body.[2]

On March 15, 2025, Soleh's body arrived in Indonesia and was immediately taken to the funeral home. Upon arriving at the funeral home, Diana saw stitches on her son's waist. She thought there was something odd about her son's death. The family gave up. Finally, Soleh was buried on March 16, 2025. The burial was carried out next to his house. In addition, Diana just found out that her son actually worked in Cambodia as an online gambling operator (judol).[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Pemuda Bekasi Meninggal Saat Bekerja di Kamboja, Ada Luka di Pinggang", www.kompas.com., Achmad Nasrudin Yahya, Faieq Hidayat, 27/03/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 29 Maret 2025, Link: https://megapolitan.kompas.com/read/2025/03/27/21035811/pemuda-bekasi-meninggal-saat-bekerja-di-kamboja-ada-luka-di-pinggang?page=2

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

Death Row Inmate In Japan Gets IDR 23.9 Billion Compensation

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A Japanese man wrongly convicted of murder, who holds the record for the world's longest-serving death row inmate, has been awarded 217 million yen ($1.8 million) in compensation. Last year, the 89-year-old Japanese man was convicted of a murder he did not commit. Former boxer Iwao Hakamada spent four decades in prison for a murder he did not commit. Last year, Hakamada was convicted of the murder of four people in 1966, after a relentless campaign by his sister and others. The compensation represents 12,500 yen ($100) for each day of the more than four decades Hakamada spent behind bars, most of which was on death row with each day potentially being his last. The Shizuoka District Court, in a ruling dated Monday (3/24) as reported by a court spokesperson, ruled that "the plaintiff will be awarded 217,362,500 yen." The same court ruled in September last year that Hakamada was not guilty in a retrial of his case, and that police had destroyed evidence in the case.[1]

Hakamada, the court said at the time, had been subjected to "inhumane interrogation intended to extract a 'confession' from him that he later retracted." The final amount of compensation for Hakamada, according to local media reports, was a record. But Hakamada's legal team said the amount was not enough to make up for the pain he endured during his imprisonment. Hakamada is only the fifth death row inmate to be retried in Japan's post-war history. The four previous cases also resulted in acquittals.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Pria Jepang Terpidana Mati Terlama di Dunia Dapat Kompensasi Rp. 23,9 M", www.detik.com., Novi Christiastuti, 25 Maret 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 26 Maret 2025, Link: https://news.detik.com/internasional/d-7840856/pria-jepang-terpidana-mati-terlama-di-dunia-dapat-kompensasi-rp-23-9-m?page=2

2. Ibid.

20 Years After Eviction, Karawang Resident Still Pays Property Tax

 

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It has been 20 years since Henny's house and land in Karawang, West Java, were evicted to make way for the construction of a road to the Batujaya bridge. However, to this day, she is still receiving bills and paying property tax (PBB) on the land she no longer occupies. Henny claims that her house and land in Krajan Hamlet, Batujaya Village, were evicted in 2005. She was forced to give up 426 square meters of land for the construction of the Karawang-Bekasi connecting road, despite rejecting the compensation offered by the government.[1]

"I also still pay property tax, the last time in 2024 I also got SPPT (Tax Payable Notification Letter) and I just paid it," said Henny. When she was evicted in 2005, Henny said her land was only valued at IDR 80 thousand per meter. That amount was far from her initial request of IDR 230 thousand per meter. In fact, the payment was made in installments. "On top of that, the payment was also paid in installments by the government. Well, I got evicted and ended up in a mess," she said. Henny also admitted that she had been forced to sign blank receipts three times, without knowing that it meant she had agreed to the payment. "I didn't know, I was a layman. Well, what was it like at that time, signing on the blank form. Well, I just accepted it, if it wasn't accepted my house would be evicted too, it would be leveled with a excavator," she said. "Every night I cried. Many said that I got evicted and ended up in a mess. I've been holding back the pain for 20 years," she said.[2]

Now Henny works as a nanny in Bekasi, while her children live in another house that she slowly built with the help of relatives. She hopes that the Regent of Karawang and the Governor of West Java can pay attention to this case. She is asking for justice and payment of the remaining compensation that is appropriate. This case has entered the court realm, but only as a criminal case against the related official, not a civil case regarding the right to compensation. "I used to be a witness in court, but when the criminal case was the same official, he was caught up in the law. Well, I'm a layman and I don't understand, he said why not try to enter a civil case like that," said Henny.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "20 Tahun Rumahnya di Karawang Sudah jadi Jalan, Henny Masih Bayar Pajak", www.kompas.com., Farida Farhan, Ihsanuddin, 22/03/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 26 Maret 2025, Link: https://regional.kompas.com/read/2025/03/22/145823078/20-tahun-rumahnya-di-karawang-sudah-jadi-jalan-henny-masih-bayar-pajak?source=headline

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.