Tourists Surprised by Rare Moment of Whale Appearing in Lovina, Bali
Lovina Beach is located on the north coast of Bali, Indonesia. This beach is famous for its dolphin-watching tours. Tourists can watch dolphins jumping in the middle of the sea from a rented boat. However, it wasnāt just dolphins that were seen ā a tour guide and a group of tourists were surprised by a […]
Rupiah Plummets Past 17,000 Per US Dollar Amid Global Economic Tensions and New US Tariffs
The Indonesian rupiah continued its downward spiral this week, breaching the psychologically significant threshold of Rp17,000 per US dollar. Jakarta, 7 April 2025 ā The sharp depreciation of Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) towards US Dollar (USD) came in the wake of sweeping import tariff policies announced by United States President Donald Trump, sending ripples across global […]
South Korea Grants Residency to 3 Indonesians for Helping in Wildfire Evacuation
The South Korean government has decided to grant long-term resident status (F-2 visa) to three Indonesian nationals for their involvement in helping evacuate elderly residents during a major forest wildfire in the countryās southeastern region. The announcement was made on Sunday, 6 April 2025, by Lee Han-kyung, Deputy Head of the Disaster Management and Safety […]
Indonesia Press Policy: Foreign Journalists in Indonesia Now Require Police Clearance
Jakarta, 3 April 2025 ā Indonesiaās National Police have issued new regulations mandating foreign nationals engaged in journalistic or research activities within the country to obtain police clearance. The policy, outlined in Police Regulation No. 3 of 2025, strengthens oversight on foreign nationals operating in Indonesia. According to Article 5, Section 1, Clause (b) of […]
President Prabowo Orders Construction of Giant Seawall from Banten to Gresik
The government is preparing to build a giant seawall to prevent tidal flooding in coastal areas. Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY) emphasised that this project is an important mitigation step. āMr President has assigned us to prepare and carry out the construction of the Giant Seawall as an effort […]
Apple Confirms iPhone 16 Series Release in Indonesia, Pre-Orders Now Open
Tech fans, buckle up! Apple Inc. has officially announced the launch schedule for the iPhone 16 series, with multiple models set to be available simultaneously. “Apple has confirmed that the iPhone 16 lineup, including the iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, and iPhone 16e, will be available starting Friday, […]
Smuggling Cocaine in Vagina: Argentine Tourist Arrested at Bali Airport
An Argentine tourist, identified by the initials GE, was arrested by Customs officers at the international arrivals terminal of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport, Bali. The 46-year-old woman was apprehended for attempting to smuggle cocaine. Ngurah Rai Customs Public Relations Officer, Bowo Pramoedito, revealed that officers caught GE carrying the illicit white powder, which had […]
Worldās Best Beaches in 2025: Kelingking Beach Bali Among the Top-Ranked
Nusa Penida Island in Bali is not only famous for its exotic and breathtaking landscapes, but it is also home to one of the most iconic and picturesque beaches in the worldāKelingking Beach. Recently, this stunning destination was included in TripAdvisorās prestigious list of the 10 best beaches in the world, making it the second […]
Boyce Avenue Upcoming Concert in Jakarta: Festive Concert Lineups Through April 2025
The long holiday of Libur Lebaran is just around the corner, and for those staying in Indonesia, finding the perfect way to spend the break can be an exciting challenge. While many opt for a getaway to Bali or Yogyakarta, the vibrant music scene in Indonesia offers another enticing optionāconcerts. April 2025 is shaping up […]
During the Eid al-Fitr Holiday, LRT Jabodebek Offers a Ticket Promotion
During the Eid al-Fitr holiday in 2025, LRT Jabodebek is offering special ticket promotions with fares starting at IDR 5,000 and capping at IDR 10,000.Ā It is applicable from 28 March to 7 April 2025; moreover, throughout the Lebaran transportation period, which runs from 21 March to 11 April 2025. During this time, LRT Jabodebek […]