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Tunisian journalists protest over media crackdown after colleague’s arrest

TUNIS, Sept 8 (Reuters) - Tunisian journalists protested on Tuesday to demand the release of prominent journalist Mohamed Yousfi, whose arrest has become a new flashpoint amid accusations that President Kais Saied is cracking down on the country's remaining independent voices. The protesters, who also included activists, gathered outside a court where a judge was questioning Yousfi over illicit…

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Jakarta Sets Rp8 Trial Fare for LRT Kelapa Gading-Manggarai Line

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung sets a promotional Rp8 trial fare for the Kelapa Gading-Manggarai LRT route ahead of its official inauguration.

  • Jakarta Governor announces Rp8 trial fare for LRT line.
  • Fare valid until President Prabowo's inauguration.
  • Expected daily capacity of 70,000 to 80,000 passengers.

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