Garuda Indonesia Launches Special Edition Aircraft Featuring Tahilalats Designs
In a celebration of Indonesia’s creative economy, Garuda Indonesia has unveiled a unique collaboration with Tahilalats, one of the country’s leading intellectual properties (IP). On Friday, 17 January 2025, the national airline revealed its new aircraft livery, named “Ayo Naik Garuda,” which features the colourful and playful designs of Tahilalats. The design has been applied […]
Balinese Artists Shine at Harbin Snow Sculpture Competition 2025
A group of Balinese artists from Himpunan Seniman Pecatu (HSP) has made a remarkable achievement at the prestigious Harbin International Snow Sculpture Competition 2025 in China. The competition, held from January 6 to 9, 2025, saw the participation of 26 teams from around the world, and the Balinese team earned recognition for their impressive snow […]
Bali’s Challenges and Opportunities: Optimism Amidst Many Issues
Bali, often referred to as the “Island of the Gods,” has long been one of the most famous tourist destinations globally, renowned for its stunning natural beauty, vibrant cultural heritage, and the warm hospitality of its people. As a major destination in Indonesia, it draws millions of both international and domestic tourists every year, contributing […]
Fire at Glodok Plaza, Jakarta’s Electronic Trading Centre
A massive fire engulfed the Glodok Plaza building, Jakarta’s well-known electronics trading centre, located in Tamansari, West Jakarta, on Wednesday night, January 15, 2025, at approximately 9:30 PM WIB. The fire, which originated on the 7th floor, quickly spread to the 8th and 9th floors, prompting an extensive firefighting operation that lasted through the night. […]
Russian Tourists Arrested in Bali for Running International Prostitution Ring
Bali Police have uncovered an international prostitution ring, with two Russian nationals, a 26-year-old woman (AK) and a 31-year-old man (MK), arrested for their involvement in running the illegal operation. The couple has been managing the business from a luxury hotel in Canggu, North Kuta, since 2022. The police discovered that the pair were offering […]
Tourists Smoking in Malioboro, Yogyakarta, Face a Fine of IDR 7.5 Million
Tourists visiting the popular Malioboro area in Yogyakarta, part of the Special Region of Yogyakarta, are now prohibited from smoking. Following the introduction of stricter regulations, any visitor who is caught smoking tobacco in this area will face a fine of up to IDR 7.5 million. As of 2025, the Yogyakarta City Government has officially […]
This Indonesian Cannibal Convict Is Now a Famous Mukbang Content Creator
Sumanto, once known as a convicted cannibalist in Indonesia, has now transformed into a content creator on the social media platform Instagram. His Instagram account, @sumantoofficial_, has caught the public’s attention with the various content he shares. This change in Sumanto’s role has caused mixed reactions from the public, given his controversial background. It is […]
Jakarta Ranks 7th Globally for Traffic Congestion: Citizens Lose 89 Hours Annually in Traffic Jams
Jakarta has been named the seventh most congested city in the world, according to the Global Traffic Scorecard 2024 released by INRIX, a U.S.-based traffic data analysis company. Jakarta’s position as the most congested city has increased. This is because Jakarta was previously only ranked the tenth most congested city in the world according to […]
Cipete Raya Tuku: MRT Jakarta and Kopi Tuku’s Naming Collaboration Goes Viral on Social Media
The local coffee brand beloved by young people, Toko Kopi Tuku, has officially acquired the naming rights to the Cipete Raya MRT station, which is now called Cipete Raya Tuku. This marks a fresh innovation in Jakarta’s transportation system. The Cipete Raya MRT station has officially been renamed Cipete Raya Tuku, a result of a […]
Carmen from Bali Makes History as SM Entertainment’s First Indonesian K-Pop Idol
Nyoman Ayu Carmenita, better known by her nickname Carmen, has officially made her debut as a K-Pop idol under the renowned South Korean entertainment agency SM Entertainment. This groundbreaking achievement marks the first time that SM Entertainment, one of the most prominent K-Pop agencies, has introduced an idol from Indonesia. Carmen is now a member […]