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TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Sunday, March 02, 2025. Here are the highlights: Shell Becomes Sought After Following Pertamina's Adulterated Fuel Scandal; 12 Guidelines for Traveling During Ramadan; Transjakarta Allows Passengers to Break Fast on the Bus During Ramadan.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. Shell Becomes Sought After Following Pertamina's Adulterated Fuel Scandal
In the past few days, fuel scarcity at several Shell Gas Stations (SPBU) has been in the spotlight. This is suspected to be the effect of alleged adulterated fuel scandal involving Pertamina.
This scarcity raises significant questions about the stability of fuel supply in Indonesia, especially after the scandal involving Pertamina. Consumers have begun to shift to Shell, seeking a more stable alternative even though several gas stations experience supply shortages.
2. 12 Guidelines for Traveling During Ramadan
During Ramadan, the lives of Muslims around the world change drastically. Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, increase their worship and give social assistance. In some areas, celebrations are done differently; in Dubai, Jeddah, and Sarajevo, cannons are fired to mark the time to break the fast. From Bahrain, Malaysia, to Indonesia, the surroundings come to life with night markets.
All of this can be an enjoyable experience if tourists know what is allowed and not allowed when visiting a country with a majority Muslim population. As reported by Cond Nast Traveller, there are 12 things to know when traveling during Ramadan.
3. Transjakarta Allows Passengers to Break Fast on the Bus During Ramadan
PT Transportasi Jakarta (Transjakarta) has issued a new policy to welcome Ramadan 2025. Head of Public Relations and CSR Department of Transjakarta, Ayu Wardhani, said that passenegrs are allowed to break their fast with water and light snacks on Transjakarta services.
The policy is aimed to facilitate passenegrs during their travels on Transjakarta services during Ramadan. "We urge the passengers to maintain cleanliness and adhere to the regulations set by Transjakarta for mutual comfort," Ayu said in her official statement on Friday, February 28, 2025.
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Shell Becomes Sought After Following Pertamina's Adulterated Fuel Scandal
14 jam lalu
Fuel scarcity at private gas stations such as Shell has drawn attention due to the proximity to the uncovered alleged adulterated fuel scandal.
LBH Jakarta Urges Govt to Form Independent Team to Investigate Pertamax Fuel Adulteration
14 jam lalu
LBH Jakarta requests that the independent team consist of members of the community unaffiliated with Pertamina.
Transjakarta Allows Passengers to Break Fast on the Bus During Ramadan
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Transjakarta now allows fasting passengers to break their fast with water and light snacks on the buses during Ramadan month.
Rupiah Rate Predicted to Plummet to 17,000 per USD Impacted by Pertamina Case
15 jam lalu
The rupiah exchange rate may potentially reach the level of Rp 17,000 per dollar in the near future, at least in March. What is the reason behind this?
12 Guidelines for Traveling During Ramadan
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When traveling to majority-Muslim countries during Ramadan, it's important to pay attention to these guidelines in order to respect the local residents.
Istiqlal Mosque Management Builds 56 Free Hotel Rooms for Travelers
16 jam lalu
The construction of free hotel rooms in Istiqlal Mosque is targeted to be completed by the end of this year's Ramadan.
LBH Jakarta: Public Deserves Compensation in Alleged Pertamax-Pertalite Mixing Case
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LBH Jakarta considers that the public deserves compensation from Pertamina related to the alleged case of Pertamax mixed with Pertalite.
Prabowo Calls for Piety and Unity in His Ramadan Message
1 hari lalu
President Prabowo Subianto extended his warm greetings to all Muslim citizens of Indonesia as they begin the holy month of Ramadan.
Ramadan Across the Globe: Cities with the Longest and Shortest Fasting Hours
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Ramadan fasting hours vary across countries due to geography and the sun's position, influencing day length.
6 Common Health Problems During Fasting and How to Overcome Them
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If not accustomed to the changes during fasting, the body will respond with various health problems
