Muslims and Hindus March Together in Idul Fitri Celebrations in Narmada, NTB
Local Hindus in West Lombok, Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB) took part in Idul Fitri celebrations with thousands of Muslims from...
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Take a Journey To Thailand to try Halal Thai Food
Think you know Thailand? Although the majority of the population are Buddhists, there is roughly four percent of the population...
Authorities Slam Halal Whiskey Photos on Social Media
Pictures of “halal whiskey” have gone viral online in Indonesia, following the Indonesian government’s decision to revoke the authority of...
Putin Breaks into Rare Giggling Fit at his Minister’ Suggestion for Exporting Pork to Indonesia
Seeing Russia’s President Vladimir Putin breaking down in laughter is a rare sight indeed. However, Putin’s giggle was publicly on...
Indonesia Upset by Trump’ ‘No Entry’ Order for Refugees
US President Donald Trump?s signing of the latest immigration decree has permeated more than just its targeted seven countries. Muslim-majority...
West Java Police Closer to Detaining FPI Leader Rizieq Shihab
The West Java Police gather more evidence to strengthen the case against Rizieq Shihab, leader of conservative hardline group Islamic...
Ahok Lashes Out at FPI Leader During Trial
At his blasphemy trial yesterday, January 3, Jakarta Governor Basuki ?Ahok? Tjahaja Purnama slammed at a leader of the activist...
Indonesian Muslim Wishes You A ‘Merry Christmas’ Through His Name
In the wake of the debates surrounding religious arrogance in the archipelago, one local Muslim man suggests that all Indonesians...
Militant Islamic Group Forces Christian School to Remove Ad with Student in Hijab
After a Christmas service in Bandung was forcibly shut down by Islamic hardliners early last week, another militant Islamic group...
Police Plans to Move Ahok’ Trial to East Jakarta for Security Purposes
After announcements of the expedited blasphemy trial against Jakarta Governor Basuki ?Ahok? Tjahaja Purnama to start Tuesday, December 13, National...
How Indonesia’s FPI Is Essentially Game of Thrones’ High Sparrow
Is Indonesia ready to experience the world of Game of Thrones with the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) playing the radical...
Settlers, Saints, Kings and Conversions: The Dawn of Indonesian Islam
Author of A Brief History of Indonesia, Tim Hannigan, travels back in time to explore the history of Islam in...
An Investor’s Guide to Indonesia | What to remember when marketing to Muslims in Indonesia
Indonesia has the largest Muslim population in the world. For this reason, foreign investors need a working knowledge of how...
Embracing the Spirit of Ramadhan
The Muslim fasting month of Ramadhan is now in full swing. For recently arrived non-Muslim expatriates in Indonesia, it can...
Lutfi the Law Clerk: Finding Peace at Ramadhan
Sahur, the pre-dawn meal Muslims take before the first call to prayer during Ramadhan is tricky. Most Indonesians wake...
Shaping Women’ Roles through Literature: Helvy Tiana Rosa
Helvy Tiana Rosa has produced 50 written works including short stories, plays and poetry, in addition to her role as...
My Account Of The Hajj
I first met Nick Hughes at the turn of this year at a book launch and got chatting to him...