Deadly Accident at Ciawi Toll Gate: Eight Killed in Chain Collision
A tragic accident occurred at the Ciawi Toll Gate in Bogor, West Java, on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, resulting in the deaths of eight people. The incident, which involved a series of collisions between six vehicles, was captured in a viral video on social media. According to a man who filmed the incident, the accident […]
Foreign Visitors to Indonesia Spent IDR 22.86 Million on Average in 2024, with Swiss Tourists Spending the Most
The Central Statistics Agency (BPS) has revealed that foreign tourists spent an average of IDR 22.86 million during their visits to Indonesia in 2024. Acting Head of BPS, Amalia Adininggar Widyasanti, shared this data during a press conference held at the BPS Office in Jakarta on Monday, February 3, 2025. “On average, throughout 2024, foreign […]
Nightclub in Bali Apologizes for Using Lord Shiva as Backdrop During DJ Performance
A nightclub in Bali recently faced backlash after using an image of Lord Shiva as the background during a DJ performance. This incident sparked outrage among the Hindu community, leading to discussions of filing a subpoena against the venue. The video, which quickly went viral on social media, showed a bustling nightclub filled with visitors […]
Usher Enjoys a Family Vacation in Bali and East Nusa Tenggara
R&B singer Usher recently enjoyed a relaxing family getaway to Bali and East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) with his wife, Jennifer Goicoechea. The couple shared several moments from their trip on social media, giving fans a glimpse into their adventure. Usher expressed his amazement at the stunning views in Bali, calling himself the “luckiest man in […]
Karet Station to End Passenger Services in April 2025: KRL Trains Will Pass Through
In an update for Jabodetabek KRL users, PT Kereta Commuter Indonesia (KAI Commuter) has announced significant changes to Karet Station. Starting in April 2025, KRL trains will no longer stop at Karet Station to pick up or drop off passengers. Instead, the station will undergo a transformation to become part of an integrated modern transportation […]
Bali Police Capture Russian at Ngurah Rai Airport in Theft Case Involving Ukrainian Tourist
A Russian national, identified as KA (30), has been apprehended by Bali police in connection with the kidnapping and robbery of Ukrainian tourist Igor Iermakov. KA was detained at I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport on Thursday (January 30) while attempting to flee to Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The crime, which took place on December 15, […]
MTI Suggests Weekly Public Transit Use for State Officials
In Jakarta, it’s common to see official cars cutting through traffic jams with the help of escorts and patrols. However, this practice has sparked criticism, leading to suggestions that state officials should ride public transportation at least once a week. The Indonesian Transportation Society (MTI) has proposed limiting the use of police escorts and patrols […]
BPBD Intensifies Efforts to Address Jakarta Flood and Surrounding Areas
Jakarta flood-Heavy rainfall since Tuesday night, January 28, 2025, has caused flooding in several areas of Jakarta, Tangerang, and the surrounding regions. The Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD Jakarta) reported that 35 neighbourhoods (RT) and four roads in Jakarta were submerged as of Thursday morning, January 30, 2025. This data was based on BPBD […]
Coelacanth Sighting in Gorontalo: An Ancient Fish Predating the Age of Dinosaurs
A rare coelacanth fish has been discovered in the waters of North Gorontalo, sparking widespread fascination and going viral on social media after being posted by the X account @Coelacanthuss. The post featured an image of the deceased fish placed on a banana leaf, surrounded by curious residents. The discovery shocked local fishermen, including Oscar […]
Chinese Tourist Who Slipped Money in Passport Detained by Immigration
The alleged bribery case involving immigration officers at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, has sparked widespread discussion on social media in recent weeks. The issue gained attention when the TikTok account @stellaroptics888 uploaded a video on Friday, January 17, 2025, showing a Chinese tourist slipping IDR 500,000 into a passport while passing through the […]