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News
28
Jun
2022
  • News

Indonesia’s Tourism Minister Teases Digital Nomad Visa, As Bali Welcomes Tourists Again

Tourists are now allowed back into Bali on regular visas on arrival, as Indonesia's tourism minister hints at a future digital nomad visa.
16
Nov
2021
  • News

Singapore Opens Vaccinated Travel Lane To Indonesians, Orchard Road To Welcome Us Again

Good news - the new Singapore VTL for Indonesians has been announced by the city-state. Read on for how to snag your long-awaited holiday.
18
Jun
2021
  • News

2 Endangered Javan Rhino Calves Spotted, Boosting Hopes Of A Stable Population

Environmentalists rejoice - Javan rhinos, endangered in the wild, have been recently spotted in Banten, Java's Ujung Kulon National Park.
05
May
2021
  • News

Aquarists Build Giant Aquariums & Ponds That Look Like Mini Sea Worlds & Works Of Art

Indonesian aquarists who go by the name The Aquatic Freak build giant aquariums & man-made ponds that look like works of art.
26
Apr
2021
  • Other News

Indonesia’s Top Youtube Star Atta Halilintar Criticized By Women’s Rights Group For Remarks On Marriage

Indonesian Youtube star, Atta Halilintar, has been making headlines for his remarks on women's roles in marriage.
23
Apr
2021
  • Current Affairs

Jakarta To Host ASEAN Summit On 24th April, Including Myanmar’s Junta Chief, To Discuss Political Crisis

An ASEAN summit on Myanmar's political crisis will be held in Jakarta on the 24th April. ASEAN leaders will attend it in person.
23
Apr
2021
  • Viral News

Porn Video Taken On Bali’s Mount Batur Goes Viral, Police Conduct Investigation

Local authorities are currently working to identify two foreigners involved in a porn video recorded on the sacred Mount Batur in Bali.
23
Apr
2021
  • News

Ayu Maulida Putri Reveals Komodo Dragon-Themed Costume For Indonesia’s Miss Universe 2021 Bid

Miss Universe Indonesia Ayu Maulida Putri promises to slay at the world's biggest pageant with a stunning Komodo dragon-inspired national costume.
21
Apr
2021
  • Viral News

Influencer In Bali Painted A “Mask” On Her Face As A Prank, Netizens Call For Her Deportation

An influencer in Bali painted a mask on her face as a prank in a viral video, and now people are calling for her deportation.
21
Apr
2021
  • Other News

Gojek & Tokopedia’s Merger Creates New “GoTo” Platform For Everything From Shopping To Transport Services

The Gojek and Tokopedia merger is said to be worth USD18 billion and is in its final stages of being finalized.
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