Score! Girls Join Jakarta Football AssociationDila HadjuApril 24, 2013September 6, 2017 by Dila HadjuApril 24, 2013September 6, 201701332 The sound of the referee’s whistle pierces the humid afternoon. Players bolt into action vying for the soccer ball. There...
The Mystery of PyongyangSilvia ForsmanApril 24, 2013September 6, 2017 by Silvia ForsmanApril 24, 2013September 6, 201711223 Pyongyang is the capital of North Korea and the name of a restaurant chain operating outside of the fatherland. I...
The Great StinkRolf TjalsmaApril 11, 2013September 6, 2017 by Rolf TjalsmaApril 11, 2013September 6, 20170633 It is the summer of 1858. A soaring heat warms up the river Thames and its urban tributaries, encouraging bacteria...
Joko Widodo and the Importance of Being ThereKelly HenleyMarch 12, 2013August 16, 2017 by Kelly HenleyMarch 12, 2013August 16, 20172 1163 With a reputation for hands on leadership, in less than a decade Joko Widodo has risen to become Indonesia’s most...
More Mangroves, Less FloodingNithin CocaFebruary 25, 2013August 16, 2017 by Nithin CocaFebruary 25, 2013August 16, 20171939 Did you know there is actually a mangrove plantation in Jakarta? You probably have driven by it many times and...
Melissa CalmesCecilia ForsmanJanuary 28, 2013August 16, 2017 by Cecilia ForsmanJanuary 28, 2013August 16, 20172 1152 Meet Melissa Calmes. Passionate Belly Dancer, Musician and one third of the Calmes Triplets! So Melissa, where were you...
Pak Aseni: The Ojek DriverDavid MetcalfJanuary 28, 2013September 6, 2017 by David MetcalfJanuary 28, 2013September 6, 20170642 Aseni was a Metro Mini driver for twelve years before deciding to become a motorbike taxi (ojek) driver. Ten years...
Jokowi’ Resolution: Must Reduce TrafficJason HueJanuary 14, 2013February 25, 2024 by Jason HueJanuary 14, 2013February 25, 202401453 During the 2nd half of 2012, the whole of Jakarta was plastered with banners and posters of potential candidates all...
Hero to ZeroEamonn SadlerSeptember 25, 2012September 6, 2017 by Eamonn SadlerSeptember 25, 2012September 6, 20170921 “Oy! Elvis! It’s your round!” The words sent shivers down my spine. Not because I was in a pub with...
Feeling the Vibes of Jakarta Latin NightsHolly AbbeSeptember 24, 2012September 6, 2017 by Holly AbbeSeptember 24, 2012September 6, 201711 3112 Dancing salsa for twelve years in Rome, which is home to some of the largest Cuban Diaspora in Europe, and...
Raewyn AshbyCecilia ForsmanSeptember 10, 2012September 6, 2017 by Cecilia ForsmanSeptember 10, 2012September 6, 201701670 Meet Raewyn Ashby. The school principal from New Zealand who strives for her students to become confident, connected and actively...
Surviving Summer : How to enjoy being ?home? without going ?home?Robert BaldwinJuly 31, 2012September 6, 2017 by Robert BaldwinJuly 31, 2012September 6, 20170667 Summer, the time of the year where the biggest event in the expat community takes place: the Expat Exodus. Most...
Salyem: The Jamu LadyDavid MetcalfJuly 16, 2012September 6, 2017 by David MetcalfJuly 16, 2012September 6, 201701796 Salyem is 39 yrs old and has been selling her herbal-based medicines for eight years. Her Aunty educated her in...
Indonesian Expat 8 Ball Doubles ChampionshipAntony SuttonJuly 4, 2012September 6, 2017 by Antony SuttonJuly 4, 2012September 6, 20170585 They take their pool very seriously in Jakarta. Most evenings in many bars across the city you will find small...
JAKARTA ? from Health Hazard to Traffic JamsHans RooseboomJuly 4, 2012September 6, 2017 by Hans RooseboomJuly 4, 2012September 6, 20170622 Batavia, as Jakarta was called during the colonial days, was once styled the “Queen of the East”. This label was...
A Little Perspective Please?Karen DavisJune 18, 2012October 20, 2017 by Karen DavisJune 18, 2012October 20, 20172 804 Sitting in the Bali domestic airport it can be easy to forget the reasons why I call Indonesia home, no...
Let There Be DarkTerry CollinsJune 18, 2012September 6, 2017 by Terry CollinsJune 18, 2012September 6, 201701323 “… the sight of stars always sets me dreaming…” – Vincent Van Gogh – The front terrace of Jakartass Towers...
In Jakarta’s Gubernatorial Race, Money is Not EverythingWill SymondsJune 18, 2012October 20, 2017 by Will SymondsJune 18, 2012October 20, 201701414 By late afternoon on July 11, the day Jakartans will be casting their votes, most of them will already have...
The Jaksa Position & Jl. PalatehanKenneth YeungJune 4, 2012October 13, 2022 by Kenneth YeungJune 4, 2012October 13, 20226 2072 Jalan Jaksa and Jalan Palatehan have been serving the needs of tourists and expatriates in different ways for decades. Jaksa,...
A Day at Banten LamaAntony SuttonJune 4, 2012September 6, 2017 by Antony SuttonJune 4, 2012September 6, 201701090 Jakarta is sadly lacking in opportunities for a pleasant day trip out of the city. The traffic, not to mention...
A Bottle of Wine and a PlayroomBartele SantemaMay 21, 2012January 21, 2021 by Bartele SantemaMay 21, 2012January 21, 20210578 In Eastern Promise (EP) we now have a playroom for kids. During recent trips to New Zealand and Australia, I...