Today's Top 3 News: Major Blackout Hits Parts of Sumatra, BTS 2027 Tour in Sydney

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Here are the highlights: VP Gibran Pushes for Expert Oversight in Andrie Yunus Trial; Major Blackout Hits Parts of Sumatra, Indonesia; and BTS Tour in Sydney 2027: Here's Price & Pre-Sale Guide.

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

1. VP Gibran Pushes for Expert Oversight in Andrie Yunus Trial

Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has called for the involvement of professional figures as ad hoc judges in the trial over the acid attack case against human rights activist Andrie Yunus, saying the move is needed to maintain public trust and uphold judicial integrity.

He said the government remains committed to strengthening the justice system and ensuring fair legal proceedings.

“Therefore, the direct involvement of professionals with a strong track record and integrity as ad hoc judges in the trial of the acid attack against Andrie Yunus is crucial,” he said in a written statement on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

Read more about Gibran’s statement and the government’s response to the case here.

2. Major Blackout Hits Parts of Sumatra, Indonesia

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