Soekarno-Hatta Airport Train Kicks off Operation with Promo Fare
The Soekarno-Hatta airport train, which connects various Jakarta stations to the city’s main airport, started its operation yesterday at a promotional fare of Rp30,000 (US$2.2).
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Call for Tolerance after Threat against Companies Forcing Muslim Staff to Wear Christmas Garb
Following a threat by Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) to raid companies forcing Muslims to wear Christmas attire, the police have appealed for tolerance and respect
Illegal Trade Putting Pangolins in Indonesia at High Risk of Extinction
Illegal poaching and trade of endangered animals are putting pangolins in Indonesia at serious risk of extinction, according to a recent study. The study by
Asia Attracting More Retirees from Western Countries
Asia is increasingly becoming a magnet for foreign retirees from Western countries who are looking to get away from the unbearable weather, politics and cost
More Than 100 Foreigners with Visa Overstay Sanctioned by Bogor Immigration
The Immigration office in Bogor, West Java, said that it has taken necessary action on more than 100 foreigners in the city who were discovered
Chubu: The Underdog Travel Destination of Japan
Christabel Sasabone spent a week in Chubu, Japan and showcases some unique destinations for the adventurous and curious traveller who wants to indulge in some
WHO Highlights Indonesia Health Inequality Problem in New Report
The World Health Organization (WHO) has found that the state of health and health service access in Indonesia still suffers from inequality, a problem the
Holistic Education–Going Beyond Academics
Foreword by: Joel Grant, Operations Manager of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation Not all learning happens in the classroom. In today’s global context, it
Australian, American and Malaysian Arrested for Drugs in Bali
An Australian, an American and a Malaysian have been arrested in Bali in the last couple of months for separate drugs cases, as Indonesia continues
Indonesia to Lose First and Only Female Constitutional Court Justice
Indonesia’s first and only female constitutional justice Maria Farida Indrati will soon be stepping down from her position and it could spell tougher times for
Jakarta to Conduct Routine Nightclub Patrol after Drugs Raid
Following the discovery of drugs in a raid of MG International Club on Sunday, the Jakarta government has warned that it will closely monitor other
Help Friends for Life with Bali Dynasty Resort
Since 2016, Bali Dynasty Resort has been reaching out to less fortunate people in Bali through a charity project called “Help Friends for Life” in
Saving the Sumatran Elephants
Currently, there are roughly 2,400 – 2,800 Sumatran elephants left in the wild. Their survival is threatened by hunters, deforestation and habitat loss, as well
From Trader to Moderator: Olivier Rula
If you’ve ever searched online for advice about Indonesia, chances are you have already encountered Olivier Rula, better known as ‘Atlantis’, the administrator of the
Muslim Leaders Urge Indonesians to Boycott American Products during Palestine Rally
Muslim leaders called on to the people of Indonesia to boycott American products as a show of protest against the move by American President Donald
Delving into the Dark Web
Much has been written in Indonesia about the ‘deep web’ and the ‘dark web’ – much of it ill-informed scaremongering. Typical of this is an
Why Some Indonesian Women Choose Polygamy
31 year-old housewife Ratna Wulandari lives in Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital and most populated city, and is currently pregnant with her fourth child. Wulandari already has
Work Colleagues Free to Marry After Constitutional Court Overturns Restrictions
Companies in Indonesia can no longer prohibit employees from getting married after the Constitutional Court has ruled in favour of a petition protesting the policy.
A Dazzling Festive Season with Shangri-La Hotel Jakarta
This festive season, Shangri-La Hotel Jakarta presents a dazzling celebration throughout December. The hotel will celebrate the gift of the merry season with stylish festive
Go-Jek Acquires Three Local Fintech Companies
Popular ride-hailing service Go-Jek has agreed to acquire three local financial technology companies to strengthen its grip on the digital-payment market. Go-Jek already has a