83-year-old Indonesian Shaman Kept 12-year-old Girl as Sex Slave for Years
A traditional healer in Indonesia is accused of imprisoning a 12-year-old girl and tricking her into having sex with him for 15 years, according to
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Sacha Goes Comparison Shopping in Canada
Indonesian YouTube star Sacha Stevenson shows us how much things cost when she goes shopping in her home country, Canada. Surprisingly, there is not much
6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Lombok and Bali, Latest Death Toll at 91
A powerful earthquake rocked Lombok and Bali on Sunday, causing death and destruction as homes were flattened and at least 91 people were killed. The
Indonesia’s Transsexual Muslims
Many of Indonesia’s transsexuals, also known as warias, are practising Muslims even as many religious authorities shun their lifestyle and publicly shame them for alleged
37 Suspected Terrorists Arrested in West Java Ahead of Asian Games
The West Java Police have arrested at least 37 suspected terrorists ahead of the 2018 Asian Games, in which several events will be held in
Singaporean Detained Over Scamming Indonesians
Indonesian police have arrested a man claiming to be an oil tycoon from Singapore who is suspected of hypnotising people while robbing them. “The suspect
British Tourist Slaps Immigration Officer Over Visa Fine
A British tourist who lashed out at an immigration officer has been detained in Indonesia and is facing criminal charges, according to the Directorate General
Several Toll Gates to be Closed During Asian Games
Jakarta traffic authorities have decided that seven toll gates will be closed during the 2018 Asian Games. The decision was made after assessing a traffic
Tasting the Best Seafood in Portugal
Fancy a trip to Western Europe? Have you ever thought about Portugal as a destination? With its gorgeous coastline and mild Mediterranean climate, it’s one
Jakarta LRT to Begin Operations by August 10
Jakarta’s light rapid transit (LRT), which connects Kelapa Gading in North Jakarta to the Jakarta International Velodrome in Rawamangun, East Jakarta, will begin operation on
Top 10 Indonesian Sportswomen
I recently asked some Indonesian school children to name their favourite female Indonesian athletes. Sadly, they didn’t know any; so here are ten of the
Rob Pearce: An Artist’ Day
Rob Pearce came to Indonesia in 1990 as an English teacher and has since then become a sought-after, internationally recognised artist. His work is inspired
The Island Brides
The Bali-based Zimbabwean designer behind the eponymous Miss Milne brand branches out into boho-feel bridal wear When she was asked to make the gown for
Shawn Hutchinson: the New Principal of ACG Jakarta
ACG Jakarta’s new principal Shawn Hutchinson is a career educator with 23 years of experience. Prior to his appointment in Jakarta he held senior positions
Advice from Your Resident Canadian Polar Bear: Surviving a Proper Winter
Visiting somewhere cold? Moving to a country with a proper winter? Japan? Norway? Southern Chile? Here are some tips for those of you that are
Discovering Western Australia in a Campervan
Whenever expats ask me for advice on where to travel to from Jakarta, I suggest Western Australia and not the other parts of Asia. The
Traditional East Java Snacks
Just like any other country, Indonesia has a wonderful selection of traditional snacks which are close to the hearts of locals. The snacks to be
Old Singapore Dollars for New Rupiah
A gang of scammers is targeting elderly people in Jakarta by offering Singapore dollars at an exchange rate that’s too good to be true. At
The New Application Procedure for Expatriate Work Permit and Stay Permits Explained
Since the issuance of Presidential Regulation 20/2018 concerning the use of foreign workers (PR 20/2018) in March this year, there has been a lot of
How Hong Kong May Help Indonesia Benefit from China’ Belt and Road Initiative
As China’s special administrative region, Hong Kong has played a key role in connecting Chinese companies with the outside world for many years. Leung Kwan
Surfing the Mentawai Islands with Bianca Buitendag
What’s it like being a top-rated female pro surfer? Life must be pretty sweet for this graceful athlete who has competed around the world who