Same-Day Passport Service Now Available at Soekarno-Hatta Immigration Office
On 27th February 2024, the Immigration Office at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport introduced a new service called ‘WHOOSH’ aimed at expediting passport issuance. This express service promises to deliver passports within 30 minutes to 2 hours, significantly reducing the waiting time for travellers. The introduction of WHOOSH is expected to enhance passport services at Soekarno-Hatta Airport. […]
Jakarta Flooding Update: 38 Streets Underwater, Water Levels Hit 65 cm
On Thursday, 29th February 2024, Jakarta experienced flooding, impacting a total of 38 street sections. The DKI Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency reported flooding in numerous neighbourhoods, with water levels ranging from 30-45 cm to 65-120 cm. The Chief Executive of the Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency stated that their team has deployed personnel to […]
Bali Police Ticket A Foreign Tourist for Helmet Offense Went Viral
An old incident has resurfaced on the internet involving a foreign tourist in Bali who was given a ticket by the police for not wearing a helmet while riding a motorbike. The video, uploaded by @idiots_inbali on 28th January 2024, has garnered over 417,000 views and sparked numerous comments. In the video, the foreign tourist […]
Shocking Video of Man Caught in Intense Shooting Incident in East Jakarta
On 8th February 2024, around 2 PM, a shooting incident occurred in an office area in Jatinegara, East Jakarta. The suspect, Gathan Saleh Halibi, was apprehended by the East Jakarta Metro Police on 27th February 2024. The victim, Mohammad Andika Mowardi, recounted the shooting incident. He encountered the suspect, Gathan, parked near his office while […]
A Video Shows Plastic Waste Floods Kuta Beach in February 2024
Recently, a video surfaced showing heaps of plastic trash on Kota Beach, shared by the account @baliprawara on Instagram on February 22, 2024. The video reveals a disturbing sight of thousands of pieces of litter scattered along the coastline. The main reason behind this problem is the geographical location of Kuta Beach, situated in a […]
A Viral Video Shows Trunyan Hill in Bali Covered in Trash Left by Hikers
On 26th February 2024, a distressing sight was captured on Trunyan Hill in Kintamani, Bali. Shared by TikTok user @bliaguss, the video revealed a disturbing scene of litter strewn across the once-pristine landscape. Among the debris were discarded food and beverage containers, a testament to the careless behaviour of hikers who failed to properly dispose […]
Viral Video of Jakarta Firefighters Rescue Dog Trapped by Stair Railing
On Monday, 26th February 2024, a heartwarming video showed the Jakarta Firefighters team on a mission to rescue a stranded Corgi dog trapped on the stairs of its owner’s residence. The situation became comical when the dog joyfully emerged after receiving assistance from the fire brigade. View this post on Instagram A […]
Dramatic Capture of Motorbike Theft Plunges into Sea at Gilimanuk Harbour, Bali
On 24th February 2024, a motorbike theft suspect made a bold attempt to evade capture by leaping into the sea at Gilimanuk Harbour in Jembrana, Bali. The incident unfolded when the suspect and an accomplice were apprehended by the police while attempting to flee on a ferry. Both individuals were identified as motorbike thieves captured […]
Polish Tourist Faces Sexual Harassment at Spa in Kuta, Bali
A Polish tourist was reportedly subjected to sexual harassment while visiting a spa in the Kuta area of Bali. Denpasar Police confirmed this incident, with I Ketut Sukadi, Head of the Public Relations Section, providing details on 26th February 2024. According to police reports, the incident occurred when two Polish tourists visited a spa on […]
Jakarta Government Deactivates ID Cards for Non-Resident Jakarta Residents as of March 2024
In March 2024, the Jakarta government will initiate the temporary deactivation of 194,000 residents with Jakarta ID cards who do not reside in Jakarta. This measure, conducted by the Population and Civil Registry Service (Dukcapil), aims to streamline administrative procedures by aligning population documents with actual residency. According to Budi Awaluddin, the head of the […]