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Opportunities and Risks Behind the Indonesia–U.S. Trade Agreement
Indonesia’s vision to strengthen its domestic industry by opening access to the U.S. market is not just a dream. President Prabowo has personally met with Donald Trump to discuss a strategic trade collaboration. The meeting resulted in a promising trade deal, especially for increasing Indonesia’s exports to the United States. But this agreement cannot remain…
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Becoming a Critical Generation Amid the Surge of Short Videos
In today’s digital era, short videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels have become the primary source of information for many people. With durations of less than 30 seconds, these videos deliver information instantly and engagingly. But do they truly help us understand things in depth? Short Videos: Quick but Superficial The advantage of…
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Adapting as a Content Writer in the Era of Short Videos
Currently, more and more brands are collaborating with influencers to promote their products. Initially, these collaborations focused on product reviews, but they have now evolved into massive endorsements. This phenomenon has even created a new industry, complete with agencies dedicated to managing relationships between brands and influencers. As a content writer, I often wonder: Does…
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Job Search Tips: Efforts I Made to Find a Job in Tough Times
In today’s world, finding a job is no easy task, especially if you don’t have a wide network of connections. I’ve been through that phase too—feeling confused, depressed, and often blaming myself for not being able to land a job. Amidst the frustration, here are some efforts I made: Revamping My CV I reviewed and…
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Sad Beige Mom: The Trend Every Parent Should Rethink
As a millennial, earth-tone outfits have become my everyday attire. Besides loving the colors, they suit my warm skin undertone. Every time I see items in shades of brown, beige, or similar tones, I’m instantly drawn to them—even when it comes to baby clothes. Seeing small baby outfits in earthy tones makes them look adorable…
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The The Almighty Netizen? Or Is It Just a Matter of Perspective?
There’s this thread on Threads discussing how netizens behave on educational content. Take, for example, a health education post by a doctor about the dangers of preservatives in food. You’ll always find comments like, “I’ve been eating instant noodles since I was a kid, doc, and I’m perfectly healthy.” According to the thread’s author, why…