Top 10 Scams Connected to Indonesia in 2024
As technology develops, so too does fraud, yet Indonesia remains beset by plenty of old-school scams that rely on superstition,...
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Indonesian Environmental Groups Criticise EUDR Delay
The European Parliament has approved a one-year delay in the implementation of the EU Zero Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which has...
Community Waste Project: Bali Businesses Tackle Landfill Crisis
Bali’s natural beauty is world-renowned, yet beneath its pristine beaches lies a growing environmental crisis. The island produces an alarming...
Hasnan: The Handy Apple Mechanic at Hi-Comp
As a writer in the digital age, a laptop malfunction can be just about the worst thing that can happen...
Farubai: The Bicycle Rental Man at Kota Tua
Jakarta never runs out of inspiring stories, and one of them is about Farubai. I met Farubai at Jakarta’s Kota...
Immigration Announces Updated Rules for Extending Visa on Arrival and Visit Visa
Indonesia’s immigration has introduced updated rules for extending Visa on Arrival (VoA) and Visit Visa for foreign nationals. The extension...
2025 National Holidays and Collective Leave
The Indonesian government has announced a total of 27 national holidays and collective leave days for 2025. This schedule, detailed...
High School Student Leads Soap Revolution in Indonesia’s Underprivileged Communities
In an era when many teenagers are absorbed by social media and academic pressures, one student from Surabaya European School...
Why Are Many Jakartans Still Hesitant to Use Public Transport?
Time to examine the reasons behind Jakartans’ tendency to use private vehicles amidst growing public transport options. As more people...
Secana Beachtown Expands with Flexible Long-Term Rentals in Canggu
Secana Beachtown, a resort & residence known for combining five-star service with a modern, beachside lifestyle, announces the launch of...
Foreign Nationals Holding ITAP and ITAS Can Now Use Immigration Autogates
Indonesia grants ITAP and ITAS holders access to autogates at major airports, enhancing a more convenient and efficient travel experience....
Indonesia’s Green Transition: How Environmental Taxes Can Fuel Sustainable Growth
Indonesia’s vulnerability to climate change impacts underscores the urgent need for decisive action. Indonesia, a nation blessed with abundant biodiversity...
Young Changemakers Celebrate World Food Day with Magi Farm Maggots
In celebration of World Food Day 2024, Bali Island School (BIS) hosted a hands-on workshop for Year 5 students, focusing...
6th ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT 2024 SWISS-BELRESORT DAGO HERITAGE AT DAGO HERITAGE GOLF 1917
Swiss-Belresort Dago Heritage Bandung is excited to announce the upcoming charity golf tournament oh their hotel anniversary celebration. With the...
Indonesia’s Immigration Partners with VFS Global to Streamline Visa Applications
A new collaboration between Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration and VFS Global aims to simplify visa applications, offering travellers easier...
I Nyoman Gumbreg, the Lively Go-Box Driver
Moving homes can be incredibly stressful, and finding reliable movers only adds to the challenge. If you are anything like...
Pak Ayi: The ‘Delman’ Driver Keeping Tradition Alive
In the bustling streets of Jakarta, where motorbikes, cars, and buses dominate the scene, one mode of transport stands out...
Padma GIVE: A Commitment to Social and Environmental Responsibility
Padma Hotels is proud to introduce Padma GIVE, a new initiative representing its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). “Padma...
Recycle to Rebuild: An Eco-Friendly Guest Engagement by Padma Resort Ubud
Padma Resort Ubud, a premier luxury hotel in Bali, exemplifies how elegance and sustainability can go hand in hand. Embracing...
Indonesia’s Water Future: Retno Marsudi’s Leadership Heralds a New Era for WASH
In a momentous step towards global water security, Indonesia’s Foreign Minister, Retno Marsudi, has been appointed as the UN Secretary-General’s...
Permanent Residents of Singapore Now Visa-Free to Visit Batam, Bintan, and Karimun
The Directorate General of Immigration of the Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights has issued a visa-free visit policy...