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Elementary school teacher finds real syringes among students’ belongings

In a video circulating online, an elementary school teacher was seen confiscating items from students after discovering that some were actual syringes suspected to be medical waste.

The children reportedly said they had obtained the syringes from a street vendor who often stationed himself outside their school.

The incident raises concerns about children’s safety, especially as similar cases involving syringes being sold to children have reportedly occurred in Indonesia before.

#TSLID #Indonesia #pendidikan #waspada #sekolahdasar by @thesmartlocalid

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Missing Indonesian fisherman found alive after six days adrift in Malaysian waters

On October 15, 2026, Bachtiar, a 61-year-old fisherman from Anambas Islands, Riau Islands, was found alive near Tioman Island, Malaysia, after being missing at sea for six days.

His small boat was suspected to have drifted across the maritime border after running out of fuel and supplies, before a Malaysian fishing boat spotted him and alerted rescuers.

After receiving assistance and a medical check in Malaysia, Bachtiar was picked up by Indonesia’s search and rescue team on October 17 and returned home to reunite with his family.

#TSLID #Indonesia #Malaysia #nelayan #selamat by @thesmartlocalid

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Alleged thieves forced to chew raw papaya after theft in North Sumatra

In mid-October, two men in Sei Mencirim Village, Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, drew attention after allegedly stealing papayas from a local plantation.

Frustrated by repeated crop thefts, residents reportedly imposed a form of social punishment by forcing the two men to chew raw papaya leaves.

Although intended to deter further theft, the incident highlights why suspected crimes should be handled through the proper legal process.

#TSLID #Indonesia #sumatra #waspadamaling #warga62 by @thesmartlocalid

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Cat caught daydreaming outside at dusk

On October 15, a woman in Indonesia filmed her cat sitting outside, seemingly lost in thought as dusk approached.

She jokingly scolded the cat and told it to come inside.

The funny moment sparked laughter online, with viewers sharing similar moments involving their own cats.

#TSLID #Kucing #Magrib #Melamun #Kelakuankucinglucu by @thesmartlocalid

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Resident rescues third tourist swept away by waves in Nusa Penida

On October 18, a local resident stepped in to rescue a tourist swept away by waves at Kelingking Beach in Nusa Penida, Bali.

He said the tourist was the third person he had rescued in just two days, despite swimming being prohibited in the area.

He urged local authorities to enforce the restrictions more strictly and provide rescue jet skis near the beach.

#TSLID #Turis #Arus #Tenggelam #Jetski by @thesmartlocalid

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Residents get splashed with river mud while watching dredging work in Kali Balong Tua

On October 17, a group of residents gathered a little too close to watch an excavator dredge mud from the Kali Balong Tua river.

As the excavator lifted the sludge onto the riverbank, muddy water splashed onto the spectators, leaving them covered in dirt.

Instead of getting upset, the residents burst into laughter, turning the messy mishap into an unexpectedly hilarious moment.

#TSLID #Indonesia #batongtua #warga62 #lucu by @thesmartlocalid

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Seven-meter whale shark found dead on Parangkusumo Beach in Bantul

A giant whale shark measuring around seven meters was found dead after washing ashore at Parangkusumo Beach in Bantul, Yogyakarta.

The discovery drew attention to the marine animal, which is known for its enormous size and generally gentle nature.

The shark was initially found alive but later died, while the cause of its stranding remains unknown as conservation officials investigate the animal’s condition and confirm its details.

#TSLID #Indonesia #Yogyakarta #hiupaus #alam by @thesmartlocalid

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Fire breaks out on Mount Dulang hillside in Sukabumi

On the night of October 17, a land fire broke out on the slopes of Bukit Gunung Dulang in Cisaat Hamlet, Citarik Village, Palabuhanratu, Sukabumi, West Java.

The fire reportedly occurred at around 9 p.m. local time, with the incident taking place in the hillside area.

Authorities have yet to disclose any information about the cause of the fire, and are currently in active investigation.

#TSLID #Indonesia #gunungdulang #sukabumi #alam by @thesmartlocalid

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A-Z tren ala ala Indonesia 🇮🇩

Apalagi yang bisa dimasukin ke list ini? Drop some di kolom komentar~

#TSILD #Indonesia #memes #warga62 by @thesmartlocalid

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Water tank warps amid hot weather in Palu

On October 12, a water tank in Palu, Central Sulawesi, appeared to shrink or warp amid hot weather.

Temperatures have been unusually high across several parts of Indonesia over the past week.

Some online users speculated that heat conducted through the metal frame and reflected by nearby zinc roofing may have contributed to the deformation.

#TSLID #Cuacapanas #Terik #Toren #Kejadiananeh by @thesmartlocalid

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What happens when you ask a random local in Jakarta for recommendations and end up talking to a Para Cycling legend? 🤯

We ran into Muhammad Fadli, who rebuilt his life and career to become the first Para Cyclist in Indonesia, and now, a mentor for the next generation. For Fadli, movement is so much more than sport; it’s about regaining freedom and giving back to his community 🚴🏻‍♂️

Watch on for his top Jakarta food spot, and catch him in the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games 2026! 🌟

#TSLOnTheStreets #TeamToyotaAsia #InspiredBySports #MoveYourWorld #MobilityForAll by @thesmartlocalid

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Malaysian man sings Indonesian classic in Vietnam as people on nearby boats join in

In mid-October, a Malaysian man in Vietnam turned a karaoke session aboard a boat into a lively sing-along, drawing in people on nearby boats.

He sang “Madu dan Racun,” a classic Indonesian hit, while those around him joined in and clapped along to the music.

The spontaneous performance was entertaining and took Indonesian netizens by surprise, leaving them wondering how an Indonesian song had made its way there.

#TSLID #Indonesia #Madudanracun #Malaysia #vietnam by @thesmartlocalid

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