Police Officer Foils Mugging Attempt Aboard Angkot Mini Bus
A police officer foiled an attempt to mug a fellow passenger aboard an Angkot in East Jakarta, shooting a man as he held a woman
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Travelling with a Diabetic Child
We were living in Jakarta, thousands of miles from our home country, when we took our daughter to the doctor with flu-like symptoms. We did
Lakoat Kujawas: Comfort Food and Literature from the Heart of Timor
Munching on shrimp dumplings fried in lard (babi oangke) at lively garden weddings, dipped in a tangy chili sauce bursting with flavours of Timorese cilantro,
Hoax Tourism Expo Scams Exhibitors
There’s a whole industry devoted to making money by exploiting corporate vanity through promotional activities, listings and awards. The ASEAN Travel Mart 2017 was supposed
Families Brunch it Up at the Grand Kemang Jakarta
Where in Jakarta can you find the best value for a good selection of Western and Asian food in a fun, family-focused atmosphere? The Sperta
Meet the Expat: Chef Chris Salans
What happens when a classically trained chef turns to the island of Bali for inspiration? A new type of cuisine that makes instant delicious shockwaves
Eight Great Places for Authentic Sushi in Jakarta and Bali
Japanese restaurants can be found all over the place in the capital and other big cities in Indonesia. Many local news stories feature Japanese restaurants
Peranakan Cuisine: The Most Delicious Food You Never Knew You Were Eating
May Tien explores the historical and cultural impact of Chinese emigrants and the food they brought to Southeast Asia. The information in this article is
Sri Mulyani to Revamp Tax Policies on Tobacco in Indonesia
Tobacco is the largest contributor to state revenue, but the current tax policy incentivizes producers to fly under the radar. Here?s what's about to change
Jakarta’s MRT is on Track to Open in 2019
Jakarta?s MRT will begin operating in early 2019 but local government dithering risks delays for northern route, planners say.
How Safe is it to Eat Street Food in Jakarta?
For expats living in Jakarta, eating street food is a risk many are not willing to take. However, for those who are uninitiated in dining
How Mexican Joints Can Survive in Jakarta’s Culinary Scene
Caranissa Djatmiko sits down with Christian Tan, owner and founder of Super Loco, to find out what it takes to run a Mexican restaurant in
Indonesians Buy More Coffee, Local Output Remains Uncertain
Every year, the archipelago is jockeying with Colombia for the title of “the world’s third largest coffee producer.” As the country’s middle-class has grown in
Local, French Investors Vie for North Bali Airport Project
The government will publish plans for a new airport in North Bali amid surge in overseas air traffic to the island.
Indonesia Targets Tax Cheats With New Bank Rules
New banking rules will help authorities trade account data with overseas counterparts as part of an international effort to nab tax cheats.
10 Rejuvenating Yoga Retreats in Bali
Yoga is a widely practiced discipline all over the world known for boosting the health and its relaxing effects. Even celebrities such as David Beckham,
More Tourists Denied Entry to Bali Despite Visa-Free Policy
Since Jokowi announced the visa-free policy, critics claim crime stats have increased, as more tourists are denied entry to Bali for various reasons.
Indonesia, UK to Spend More on National Science Projects
Knowledge and innovation are keys to improving national wealth. This year, Indonesia and the UK will shell out Rp.132 billion for research projects.
Lombok to Get a Boost with $3B Mandalika Project (Infographic)
The Mandalika project includes building out infrastructure including solar power plants, water treatment facilities and roads on Lombok.
Expats Look to Yogyakarta, Air Show Takes Off in April
Yogyakarta will hold its 12th Annual Air Show, highlighting the area?s attractions but also an old airport that grounds its tourism.
Indonesian Prisoners Display Handicrafts in Bid for Rehabilitation
Despite Indonesia?s enthusiasm for the death penalty over rehab, a Jakarta expo will feature handicrafts from prisoners honing skills before their release.