Earthquake Watch (Indonesia): A magnitude 6.2 quake hit Java at about 376km depth, with no immediate damage or casualties reported, as Indonesia’s volcano-filled geography keeps testing disaster readiness. Wildlife & Conservation: In Central Kalimantan, an orangutan reportedly stole a film crew’s boat at Camp Leakey, leaving them stranded before paddling away—another reminder of how close research sites are to real animal “plot twists.” Climate Outlook (El Niño): The US Climate Prediction Center says El Niño is strengthening toward a possible “Super El Niño,” with knock-on impacts for rainfall and extremes across regions, including Indonesia’s fire-and-smoke risk. Maritime Safety: With Strait of Hormuz tensions disrupting shipping, the IMO says thousands of seafarers are affected and mental health is a growing concern amid unsafe, uncertain conditions. Digital Policy (Indonesia): Indonesia clarified its SPP-TDLN digital VAT system is meant to complement existing VAT collection, not create double taxation. Industry & Tech (Indonesia): GIFA Indonesia and METEC Indonesia returned in Jakarta, adding an Aluminum Pavilion to speed downstream metallurgy and foundry tech adoption. Cybersecurity (EU signal): The EU’s Cyber Resilience push puts more responsibility on digital product makers—relevant for Indonesia’s tech ecosystem as compliance expectations rise. BRICS Diplomacy (Global, with Indonesia): India’s BRICS summit in New Delhi is drawing major leaders, with Indonesia’s presence tied to trade, payments, and tech cooperation themes.