Air Pollution Risks Shortening Life Expectancy of Jakarta Residents
Air pollution in Jakarta is no longer viewed as just an environmental issue. Authorities warn it may directly affect how long residents live, especially...
Think Twice Before Burning Trash in Jakarta, You Could Face a Rp500,000 Fine!
Burning trash in open spaces could now cost Jakarta residents more than just a warning. The city government is reinforcing a strict prohibition on...
Singkawang Cap Go Meh Festival 2026 Draws National Spotlight
Color, devotion, and centuries-old tradition once again fill the streets of Singkawang. The city in West Kalimantan has returned to the spotlight as the...
Indonesia Among Countries Seen as Safest if World War III Erupts
As tensions between Israel and Iran continue to escalate, anxiety is spreading far beyond the Middle East. With the United States now involved in...
BPOM Named WHO Listed Authority, First Developing Nation to Reach Top Standard
Indonesia has reached a milestone in global health regulation. The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority, known as BPOM, has officially been recognized by the...
Gili Trawangan Named World’s Best Swimming Spot for 2026
A small island off the coast of Lombok has just earned a big global title. Gili Trawangan has been crowned the world’s best swimming...
Indonesia Imported USD 86.1 Million in US Alcohol to Support Tourism
Indonesia’s decision to bring in alcoholic beverages from the United States has drawn attention, especially after officials revealed the numbers behind the policy. In...
Whoosh Offers Rp 200,000 Ramadan Group Promo for Jakarta–Bandung Trips
Traveling between Jakarta and Bandung during the holy month of Ramadan is becoming more comfortable. There’s good news. Whoosh is rolling out a special...
Two International Cruise Ships Dock at Komodo, Boosting Labuan Bajo Tourism
Labuan Bajo felt a little busier than usual last Thursday. Two massive cruise ships, MS Riviera and MS Viking Sky, dropped anchor near Komodo...
Three New BI-FAST Features Aim to Simplify Mass and Recurring Payments
Money is moving faster than ever in Indonesia, and BI-FAST is right at the center of it. During the fourth quarter of 2025, transactions...
