UNAIR NEWS – Global warming is not only contributing to rising temperatures worldwide but is also driving rodents to migrate into densely populated residential areas. The shift has heightened concerns over Hantavirus, a potentially fatal zoonotic disease with a complex transmission pattern because its natural hosts often show no visible signs of illness. Shelly Wulandari
UNAIR NEWS – A suspected hantavirus cluster aboard a cruise ship has drawn widespread attention after several passengers developed severe respiratory illnesses during an international voyage. The incident has intensified concerns over global public health risks and renewed awareness of zoonotic diseases amid growing transnational mobility. Laura Navika Yamani, an epidemiologist from the Faculty of
UNAIR NEWS – Escalating geopolitical tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran have disrupted global supply chains and created ripple effects across multiple sectors. One notable impact is the surge in plastic prices, driven by disruptions in the supply of oil and petrochemical raw materials, the primary components used in plastic production following the
UNAIR NEWS – As of April 1, 2026, the Indonesian government has formally implemented a Work From Home (WFH) policy for civil servants every Friday. Introduced primarily to reduce energy consumption, the policy has sparked growing discussion among academic circles. Rather than focusing solely on workplace location, the policy is increasingly viewed as a test
UNAIR NEWS – The Eid holiday is widely known for its rich traditional dishes, including rendang, opor, and a wide assortment of festive cookies. However, many of these foods contain high levels of calories, fat, and sugar, meaning they should be consumed carefully to prevent negative health effects. Addressing this issue, Lailatul Muniroh SKM MKes,
UNAIR NEWS – The Commander of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (Tentara Nasional Indonesia – TNI) has officially declared the highest alert status (Siaga I) since Sunday, March 1, 2026, following rising global geopolitical tensions. The policy responds to the escalating conflict involving the United States and Israel against Iran. Responding to the escalation, a
UNAIR NEWS – Public spending typically rises in the days leading up to Eid al-Fitr. Many people purchase items such as new clothing, traditional cookies, and travel necessities in preparation for returning to their hometowns and celebrating with family. Cultural traditions including halal bihalal, reunions, and extended family gatherings also encourage people to spend more
UNAIR NEWS – The government, through the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi), recently issued Minister of Communication and Digital Regulation (Permen Komdigi) Number 9 of 2026, which regulates the limitation or suspension of social media accounts for children under the age of 16. The policy is introduced as an effort to protect children
UNAIR NEWS – An online dispute between social media users from different countries, sparked by a rule violation at a music concert, has once again captured public attention. What started as a localized incident quickly escalated into a widespread debate across social platforms, expanding into broader narratives involving identity politics and cross-cultural stereotyping. Nur Syamsiyah,
UNAIR NEWS – Indonesia has been jolted by another tragic case involving a 10-year-old boy, identified as YBR, a fourth-grade elementary school student from Ngada Regency, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). On Thursday (January 29, 2026), YBR was found dead. Authorities suspect the child died by suicide after hanging himself from a clove tree in his
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