Today's Top 3 News: Indonesia Suffers Heavy Defeat 0-6 to Japan in World Cup Qualifiers

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TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Here are the highlights: Indonesia Suffers Heavy Defeat 0-6 to Japan in World Cup Qualifiers; Garuda Indonesia Investigates Lost Phone Incident on Flight GA 716; Raja Ampat Shines as Award-Winning Natural Destination Amid Nickel Scare.

The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:

1. Indonesia Suffers Heavy Defeat 0-6 to Japan in World Cup Qualifiers

The Indonesian national team suffered a heavy defeat against Japan in the final match of the third round of the 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers. Taking place at Suita City Stadium in Osaka on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, the game ended 0-6 for the Blue Samurai squad.

Japan's victory solidified their crown atop the Group C standings with 23 points from 10 matches, with seven wins and two draws. Meanwhile, Indonesia remains in fourth place with 12 points, resulting from three wins and three draws.

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2. Garuda Indonesia Investigates Lost Phone Incident on Flight GA 716

Garuda Indonesia has responded to a social media post showing a passenger on flight GA 716 from Jakarta to Melbourne losing their mobile phone. Garuda Indonesia's Commercial Director, Ade R. Susardi, stated that the management regrets the incident.

Ade explained that the incident occurred on June 6, 2025. "Garuda Indonesia regrets the incident and apologizes for the discomfort experienced by the passenger," he said in a written statement on Monday, June 9, 2025.

Garuda is currently investigating the case with relevant stakeholders to support the reporting process. The internal team has also identified the chronological sequence of events by interviewing the cabin crew on duty. "To facilitate the investigation process, all cabin crews on duty have been temporarily suspended from flight duties," said Ade.

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3. Raja Ampat Shines as Award-Winning Natural Destination Amid Nickel Scare

Raja Ampat, located in Southwest Papua, has drawn public concerns following the protest against nickel mining initiated by Greenpeace Indonesia and the Raja Ampat Nature Conservation Alliance on June 3.

Famously dubbed the 'Last Paradise on Earth,' Raja Ampat is known for its unspoiled environment and breathtaking ocean views. The recent discovery has sown fear that nickel mining activities will soil the award-winning natural beauty of the islands.

So, what are some of the accolades Raja Ampat has won?

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