Why Proper Market Research Matters Before Entering Indonesia
Indonesia’s digital economy has become one of the fastest-growing in Southeast Asia, attracting not only international businesses but also creators, startups, and global brands seeking new audiences. Take Bali for example. An island that has evolved far beyond tourism into one of the region’s most visible creator and lifestyle ecosystems. What was once known mainly […]
Viral Video: Four-Metre King Cobra Being Evacuated from Office Building Toilet in Indonesia
A four-metre-long king cobra entered an office building belonging to Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency, or National Research and Innovation Agency, in South Tangerang, Banten, prompting an evacuation by a reptile handler. The incident took place on Monday evening, 11 May 2026, at the BRIN office complex in South Tangerang. The evacuation was carried […]
Police Arrest Suspect in Bag Snatching Case Involving Polish Tourist in Menteng
Police in Central Jakarta have arrested a suspect linked to a bag snatching case involving a Polish national in the Kebon Sirih area, Menteng. Menteng Metro Police Chief Braiel Arnold Rondonuwu said the case was separate from another recent snatching incident involving an Italian citizen near the Bundaran Hotel Indonesia. “This is another bag snatching […]
Hundreds of Foreign Nationals Detained After Hayam Wuruk Gambling Raid in Jakarta
The Directorate General of Immigration at Indonesia’s Ministry of Immigration and Correctional Services is investigating alleged immigration violations involving 320 foreign nationals arrested in connection with an international online gambling syndicate in Hayam Wuruk, Taman Sari, West Jakarta. The investigation follows a raid conducted by the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency, or Bareskrim Polri, at […]
Video Shows Indonesian Throw Snakes During Protest in Indramayu Over Local Government Policies
A demonstration in Indramayu drew public attention after protesters threw snakes outside the Indramayu Pendopo during a rally criticising local government policies. Members of the Straw Hat Alliance staged the protest on Thursday, 7 May 2026. The group gathered in front of the regency office to raise concerns over environmental management, education, and economic conditions […]
The Weeknd Confirmed for Two Jakarta Concerts in September 2026
The Weeknd has confirmed that he will perform in Jakarta as part of the final leg of his After Hours Til Dawn Tour in Asia. The announcement was made through the singer’s official Instagram account on Monday, 11 May 2026. The performer, whose real name is Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, shared a tour poster featuring several […]
K-Pop Group NCT 127 Lands in Bali Amid Reports of New Filming Project
South Korean boy group NCT 127 arrived in Bali on Thursday night, May 7, 2026, through I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport. The group landed at around 11:58 PM WITA after departing from South Korea on Korean Air flight KE433. According to reports, the members travelled to Bali for an overseas filming schedule, although the […]
Should Indonesia Worry About Hantavirus? What You Need to Know and Its Risks
Hantavirus Indonesia: Ministry of Health Confirms Two Suspected Cases Tested Negative The Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed that two recently detected suspected cases of hantavirus in Indonesia tested negative and have recovered. The statement was delivered by Aji Muhawarman, Head of the Communications and Public Information Bureau at the Ministry of Health, following growing […]
50 Monks Begin Peace Walk from Bali to Borobudur Ahead of Vesak 2026
Fifty monks from Southeast Asia have begun a spiritual journey on foot from Bali to Borobudur Temple in Magelang Regency, Central Java, ahead of the Vesak Day celebration on May 31, 2026. The journey started from Brahmavihara Arama in Banjar Tegeha Village, Banjar District, Buleleng Regency, Bali, on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The activity is […]
Jakarta to Expand Car Free Day Programme Beyond Sudirman-Thamrin
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung plans to expand the capital’s Car Free Day programme by adding Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said in Kuningan, South Jakarta, as a new location. The Jakarta Provincial Government is also reviewing the possibility of changing the operating hours of Car Free Day activities in the city. Pramono announced the plan during a […]