Java Spirits
In Indonesia’s colonial period, alcohol was nothing new. When Raffles invited the local Muslim officials to drink wine with him, they were already well accustomed
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Why are We More Prone to Making Bad Property Investments in Bali?
The locals in Bali sometimes joke about “Banyak Libur” – in other words, many holidays. How come staying in Bali makes otherwise rational people act
2019 Salary Expectations in Indonesia
What kind of salary can jobseekers expect in Indonesia this year? Here, you’ll find information to give both managers and candidates an overview of the
Guide to the Heroes Monument and Museum of November 10 Surabaya
If you only have a day to learn about Surabaya’s past, then the Heroes Monument and Museum of November 10 Surabaya would be your go-to
Keeping the Promise: EP Celebrates 30 Years
Kenneth Yeung looks at Eastern Promise as it prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary with 30 days of entertainment. Step Back in Time 1989 was
Reading Indonesian Politics
To Western observers raised in societies which thrive on oppositional politics it all seemed too weird. Joko Widodo, the just re-elected president of the world’s
Koh Samui, Thailand’ Easy 4-Day Getaway
Want a perfect, long-weekend, island escape, with very little planning required? Koh Samui is close enough to enjoy over an extended weekend. Flights are easy:
Bringing the Community Together: Indonesia Expat Mixer July
The atmosphere was electric as the attendees filled the pave at Fat Shogun for the fifth Indonesia Expat Mixer on 25 July 2019. A total
Go-Pay Added as Payment Option for Google Play Store Purchases
Electronic money platform Go-Pay, which is part of Go-Jek, has officially become a payment option for applications, games, and other in-app purchases in Google Play.
Mount Kerinci in Jambi Erupts; 800 Metre Ash Cloud Ejected
Mount Kerinci in Jambi has reportedly erupted today at 12.48pm local time. The Center of Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation (PVMBG) reported that the mountain
Video – Bringing the Community Together: Indonesia Expat Mixer July
The atmosphere was electric as the attendees filled the pave at Fat Shogun for the fifth Indonesia Expat Mixer on 25 July 2019. A total of
President Jokowi Grants Amnesty for Baiq Nuril
“I have signed the Keppres for Ibu Nuril this morning. So, Ibu Nuril is allowed to take the decree at the Palace whenever needed,” President Joko Widodo stated at
Indonesia Returns Seven Containers of Waste France and Hong Kong
Seven containers full of hazardous and toxic waste owned by PT Arya Wiraraja Plastinindo have been sent back by the Batam Customs Office in Riau
Video Footage of Tourists Stealing from Bali Hotel goes Viral
A video showing an Indian family stealing accessories from a Bali hotel has gone viral on social media. The 2 minutes 20 second long video
Government to Spend Rp600Billion Renovating Lake Toba
The transportation infrastructure of Lake Toba in North Sumatra is set to undergo a major renovation. The Ministry of Transportation has allocated Rp600billion to make
Bogor City to Operate Trams with Jakarta LRT
Bogor city’s administration is currently coordinating with a French company to research the possibility of operating trams in the city, following the integration of the
Police Uncover International Funding for IS Terrorist Attacks
The source of funding for the Islamic-State (IS) linked, homegrown, militant group Jamaah Ansharut Daulah (JAD) is currently being investigated by national police. The group’s
Prolific Historian Adolf Heuken Passes Away at 90
Adolf Heuken, a prominent writer about Jakarta’s heritage, passed away at the age of 90 on the evening of Thursday 25th July 2019. Heuken, a
Mount Tangkuban Perahu Spewed Ash on Friday
Mount Tangkuban Perahu has spewed ash at 3.48pm local time. The emissions reached 200 metres above the peak. Head of the Volcanology and Geological Disaster
Turkish Airlines Launches Istanbul – Bali Route
Turkish Airlines has recently launched a new Istanbul – Bali route. For the service, the carrier will be using the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner with
Policeman Kills Fellow Officer during Argument
A policeman in Depok has reportedly shot a fellow police officer over an argument. Senior Commander Argo Yuwono, a spokesman from the Jakarta Metro Police,