Pramoedya Ananta Toer's literary legacy continues to be celebrated, especially on his birthday, with netizens sharing quotes and memories online. Born in Blora, Central Java, Pramoedya faced numerous hardships, including imprisonment during both the Dutch and Japanese occupations and later under the Orde Baru regime for his perceived pro-communist views. Despite these challenges, he became one of Indonesia's most prolific writers, with over 50 works translated into 41 languages. His notable works include the Buru Quartet, which chronicles the rise of Indonesian nationalism. Pramoedya passed away in 2006, but his works remain influential and widely read.

Suntory Holdings of Japan has launched a limited edition 55-year-old single malt whiskey, Yamazaki, priced at 3 million yen per bottle. Only 100 bottles will be sold starting June 30, with buyers selected by lottery. The company faces dwindling whiskey supplies due to a surge in single malt popularity, leading to a shift towards blended whiskeys without age statements. Suntory aims to enhance its reputation as a premium whiskey producer, with the Yamazaki edition being the oldest version produced at Japan's first malt whiskey distillery in Osaka. The whiskey is described as sweet and woody with a mature fruit aroma.

The China Football Association announced the suspension of all domestic matches to control the coronavirus outbreak. The virus has significantly impacted Chinese sports, leading to the cancellation of various events. The Chinese women's Olympic football team is quarantined in Australia, and other sports organizations are adjusting their schedules. The World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing has been postponed to 2021. Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation, with proactive measures being praised.

The Art Basel Hong Kong exhibition scheduled for March is under threat of cancellation due to the coronavirus outbreak. With the death toll rising and confirmed cases in Hong Kong, galleries are urging the event organizers to cancel. The exhibition, which attracted 88,000 visitors last year, faces additional challenges from ongoing political protests in Hong Kong. Key stakeholders, including gallery owners and the event's main partner UBS Group AG, are concerned about the safety and feasibility of proceeding with the event. The financial stability of the parent company, MCH Group AG, is also at risk if the event is canceled.

Indonesia faces a demographic bonus with millennials making up a third of the population, yet this generation is seen as lacking in investment and financial management skills. Research by Alvara Indonesia in 2019 shows millennials save less than 10% of their income. Lily Suriani, General Manager of Kredivo, highlights the potential economic impact if millennials become financially literate. Financial literacy among millennials could lead to sustainable economic growth, improved human resources, and poverty alleviation. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education emphasize the importance of financial literacy in enhancing human development and economic conditions.

The coronavirus outbreak has led Starbucks to close over 2,000 coffee shops in China, while Apple is assessing potential supply chain disruptions. Wuhan, the virus epicenter, is a crucial manufacturing and business hub, affecting companies like Apple, which relies on suppliers in the region. Starbucks, with over 4,000 outlets in China, is significantly exposed to the outbreak's impact. Other companies, including McDonald's, KFC, Volkswagen, and financial institutions, are also taking measures such as closing outlets and implementing remote work to mitigate risks.

The Purwakarta Manpower and Transmigration Office confirms that Chinese workers on the KCIC project are not from Wuhan, the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak. The workers, totaling 236, are from other regions in China such as Sichuan, Anhui, Shandong, Xianglong, and Yangsi. The office, in coordination with the Health Department, is monitoring the situation to ensure no coronavirus cases among the workers. Titov Firman, head of the office, reassures that there are no alarming conditions in Purwakarta and that returning workers from China do not carry the virus.

The West Java Provincial Government's financial assistance budget for 2020 has increased by 25% to Rp7.7 trillion. Acting Secretary of West Java, Daud Achmad, emphasized the importance of effective, efficient, and timely use of these funds by local governments to avoid misuse. He also highlighted the need for local governments to follow central government regulations to ensure public interest, economic growth, and job creation. Key indicators for quality financial management include timely budget approval, high budget absorption, and accurate financial reporting.

The West Java community is advised to remain calm but vigilant in the face of the novel coronavirus (2019 nCov) outbreak. Hadri Pramono, Deputy Director of Medical Services at RSUD Al Ihsan, emphasized the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy lifestyle, seeking medical attention if symptoms arise, and avoiding contact with infected animals or individuals. The article highlights the need for public awareness and preventive measures to mitigate the spread of the virus.

West Java has inaugurated another tourist village, Desa Wisata Cinunuk in Garut, with Governor Ridwan Kamil highlighting its potential for religious tourism and various other attractions. The development plan includes adding facilities like bungalows, parks, and a flying fox to boost local economic independence. Kamil emphasized the importance of unique natural beauty or activities for a village to qualify as a tourist village and encouraged community involvement in providing amenities like homestays. The provincial government aims to promote homestays as an alternative to hotels, enhancing the local tourism experience.