Why Learning Bahasa is Essential for Expats
Learning the local language is essential for people moving to a new country, but is often taken lightly by many...
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Lion Air Senior Pilot Arrested in Hotel for Alleged Drug Use
The police have confirmed the arrest of a senior Lion Air pilot after he was caught to be in possession...
Dengue Vaccine Controversy
The outcry of dengue in Southeast Asia and the confusion and concern regarding its vaccine in the Philippines is something...
Anies Says LRT will be ready for Asian Games despite Minister saying Otherwise
Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan says he is confident about the chances of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) system being ready...
Don?t be Fooled by Mount Agung’s Calm Exterior, Official Says
The residents living around Mount Agung has been told not to be fooled by the mountain’s seemingly calm appearance of...
Indonesia set to Ban Bitcoin to Protect Rupiah
Indonesia has vowed to ban Bitcoin and all forms of cryptocurrency, which it views as a threat to the rupiah,...
Forbes Reveals Indonesia’s 50 Richest People in 2017
Forbes has compiled a list of Indonesia’s 50 richest people which includes some familiar names like Salim Group CEO Anthoni...
Nineteen Killed in Flood and Landslide Caused By Cempaka Cyclone
As many as 19 people are reported to have died in severe flooding and landslides caused by a tropical cyclone...
Trump’ Indonesian Business Partner and Media Mogul to Support Jokowi in 2019 Election
Hary Tanoesoedibjo, an Indonesian media tycoon and business partner of United States President Donald Trump, said he has decided against...
Bali Airport to Re-open Despite Mt. Agung Turmoil
Bali's international airport will re-open at 15:00 on Wednesday after a nearly three-day shutdown, Indonesian airport authorities said. Ash and...
Free Stay and Visa Extensions Provided for Stranded Tourists in Bali
The tourism and hospitality industry in Bali are giving special offers and services for tourists in Bali whose stay have...
Indonesia To Restrict E-Cigarettes while Tobacco Remains off the Hook
Indonesia is set to restrict the sales of e-cigarette materials, with the Trade Minister also telling users of the products...
Indonesian Hotels Want Government to Block AirBnB
The Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) has asked the government to block global hospitality brand AirBnB in Indonesia, according...
Leftover Wedding Food Donated to Needy in New Bridal Vendor Program
Typical Indonesian weddings are synonymous with abundance of buffet food offered to hundreds of guests. In many cases, some of...
Mount Agung Alert Raised Again After More Signs of ?Imminent? Eruption
The alert level for Mount Agung in Bali has been raised to the highest level following sightings of smoke, fire...
Man Killing Snake on Jakarta Train Goes Viral
A video of a commuter casually manhandling and killing a snake that was found lurking on a Jakarta train has...
Malaysian Prime Minister Thanks Jokowi for Indonesia Haze-Tackling Efforts
Indonesia’s efforts to curb transboundary haze by tackling open-burning activities in recent years was acknowledged and praised by Malaysian Prime...
Conservative Muslim Groups to Hold Anti-Ahok Rally at Monas
Muslim groups that took part in last year’s 212 rally (often called the 212 Alumni) that held protests against the...
Let’ Play for Change at IKEA Alam Sutera
Each child learns in a unique way, and the role of play is incredibly important during early childhood education. Children...
Indonesia Ranked Lowest Amongst Southeast Asian Neighbours in World Talent Competitiveness
Indonesia has held its ranking at 47 in the world talent competitiveness index, making it the lowest ranked Southeast Asian...