Online Arisan Exposed
A simple Facebook page lured hundreds of Indonesians, mostly housewives, into investing their savings in a scheme offering unfeasibly high...
Lifestyle
10 Stunning New Holiday Alternatives to Bali
In 2017 Indonesian President Joko Widodo ordered further development of ten alternative tourism destinations dubbed “The 10 Bali”. Currently, Indonesia...
Staying Fit In The City
Despite Jakarta’s bustling and chaotic nature, too many residents lead a sedentary lifestyle. It’s time to move and get healthy,...
The Intersection of the Knowledge Economy and Globalisation
In 1982 when Richard Buckminster Fuller created the “Knowledge Doubling Curve”, he noticed that until 1900, human knowledge only doubled...
Understanding Indonesia from a Chinese Perspective with Silkina Ahluwalia
Before assuming her post with CGTN, Silkina Ahluwalia was a producer at an English-language news channel in Jakarta. She had...
Safety in Hotels
Following a recent conversation about safety and security with my kids it became clear to me that when I stay...
Add Respect to the Repertoire
The concert was already underway in Malang when the VIP guests arrived an hour late with a large entourage. A...
Swipers Still Swiping
Despite the ongoing efforts of Islamic political parties to criminalize sex outside of marriage, Indonesians are still flocking to online...
The Betawi – A Look at the History, Culture and Cuisine
Nowadays Kemang is a favourite residential area of foreigners, and a trendy hangout hotspot with a wide range of restaurants,...
The Games Children Play
I used to be a kindergarten teacher. Not on purpose of course. I graduated university with a degree in community...
Do You Yakiniku?
For those of my dear readers who enjoy good food and have limited time to spend watching Netflix, there is...
Raising Healthy, Happy, Expat Children in Indonesia
My son finished drinking his milk and yelled out to his nanny, “Finished!” I have tirelessly taught him to take...
Swim and Sway Those Kilos Away
“Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is also the basis...
Disconnect and Find Yourself
Ever spent a day without your phone? You should give it a try! I remember growing up in Nottingham, in...
Li Cunxin, The Ballet Star Who Could Never Really Leave the Stage
Chinese-Australian dancer Li Cunxin has been enjoying his long yet productive retirement for years, and he has chosen to trade...
Bali House Nominated for Building of the Year Award
A house in Bali has been nominated for Building of the Year Award by Archdaily, a tech company dedicated to...
A Retro Romance – Groovy Valentine’ Day Ideas in Jakarta
What is the ideal way to celebrate love? The most genuine and unconditional feeling — love, can never be weighed...
The Ultimate Guide to a Spiritual Valentine’s Day in Bali
Love is in the air and we’ve got you covered with our soul-inspiring romance rundown for Valentine’s Day in Bali....
Indonesian Soccer League 2018 Preview
With the new Liga One season due to kick off in the second half of February most of the 18...
Parlour of Therapy
Hidden nail havens are abound in Jakarta for those who do not have the privilege of free time; being busy...
The Lonely Expat Housewife of Jakarta
Being an expat housewife in Jakarta has its own set of challenges even with all of the pros of living...