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Crowds at Jakarta's Bundaran HI join prayers and drone show during rain-soaked New Year's 2026 event, raising funds for Sumatra disaster victims.

Jakarta celebrates new year 2026 with solidarity for sumatra victims

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Provincial Government of DKI Jakarta held New Year's 2026 celebrations without fireworks, focusing on joint prayers and raising Rp3.1 billion in donations for disaster victims in Sumatra. Events at Bundaran HI, TMII, and Ancol drew thousands despite rain, featuring music performances and a drone show themed on empathy. The city was cleaned up before dawn thanks to thousands of sanitation workers.

Audit firm flagged lack of records for Ram Temple donations in 2020

An audit report from November 2020 highlighted serious shortcomings in the management of donations to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust, including the absence of systematic records. The findings came six years before a Special Investigation Team submitted its preliminary report on the matter to the Uttar Pradesh government.

Minister Tolashe returns one original SUV and a replacement to ANC Women’s League

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Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe arranged for two SUVs to be delivered to Luthuli House on 25 April 2026 ahead of an ANC Women’s League meeting. Daily Maverick reports that only one vehicle was the original BAIC X55 donated in late 2023, while the other was a different model obtained by her daughter. The move followed scrutiny over the vehicles' registration in her children’s names.

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Fire in Masiphumelele leaves more than 600 homeless

A fire tore through homes in Masiphumelele, Cape Town, on the afternoon of January 20, 2026, leaving more than 600 people homeless. Community members climbed onto shack roofs to pass buckets of water in a bid to contain the blaze, but over 100 homes were gutted. The Living Hope organization is calling for donations of essential items to aid the victims.

Jakarta Announces Rp 3.1 Billion Raised for Sumatra Victims in New Year's Solidarity Drive

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The Jakarta government has tallied Rp 3.1 billion in donations collected during its 2026 New Year's Eve celebrations, which prioritized solidarity with Sumatra disaster victims through prayers and fundraising instead of fireworks. Governor Pramono Anung praised residents' compassion at the Bundaran HI event.

Las Vegas police deploy largest Cybertruck fleet

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department will begin patrolling streets with the nation's largest fleet of Tesla Cybertrucks in November, following a donation from tech billionaire Ben Horowitz and his wife Felicia. The 10 vehicles, valued at around $2.7 million, aim to enhance officer safety and sustainability. The move has sparked concerns over private influence and vehicle recalls.

Las Vegas police receive ten donated Tesla Cybertrucks

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The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has added ten modified Tesla Cybertrucks to its fleet, donated by billionaire Ben Horowitz and his wife. These electric vehicles, upgraded by Unplugged Performance, are expected to save the department significant costs while enhancing operations. The donation marks the first such police fleet in the United States.

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