Numerous Videos of Wild Behaviour Foreigner in Bali While Riding Motorcycles Goes Viral
Motorbikes reign as the primary mode of transportation in Bali. They’re extensively used for daily commutes and navigating the cities due to limited public transportation. For foreigners, riding a motorcycle or scooter offers an affordable means to explore the island and its nuances, far more economical than relying on taxis. Initially, numerous foreign tourists in […]
Bahasa Indonesia Becomes the UNESCO General Conference’s Official Language
The UNESCO General Conference officially recognized Bahasa Indonesia as its 10th language during its 42nd meeting in Paris, France (20/11/2023). Until 2023, UNESCO had officially used a total of 10 languages—French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, and now Indonesian. According to the official press release from the Cabinet Secretariat of the Republic of […]
Oliver Sykes, Vocalist of BMTH Spotted Doing Melukat in Bali
BMTH (Bring Me The Horizon) sparked attention once more when they were spotted vacationing in Bali following the cancellation of their Jakarta concert on 11 November 2023. Several circulating photos on the internet captured their vocalist, Oliver Skyes, participating in the Melukat ritual at Beji Griya Waterfall Park in Badung Regency, Bali. One photo depicts […]
2023’s Extravagant Crazy Rich Indonesian Wedding: Featuring Brian ex-Westlife, Nicole, and Boyzone!
Ryan Harris, one of Indonesia’s richest people, recently married Gwen Ashley and their wedding video became viral. The event, which took place on Saturday, November 18, 2023, invited several top singers such as Brian McFadden from ex-Westlife, Nicole Scherzinger, and Keith Duffy from Boyzone. The estimated cost of this grand royal wedding in 2023 exceeds […]
East Java’s Football Supporters Clash, Prompting Police Deployment of Tear Gas
There was another football supporters riot in Indonesia during the Gresik United vs Deltras FC match in Liga 2 2023/2024 (19/11/2023) at Joko Samudro Gesik Stadium, East Java. Following the match, Gresik United supporters, upset by their team’s loss as the host, sought to convey their grievances to the team management. The match ended with […]
Jakarta Police Apprehend Coldplay Ticket Scammer with 5,1 Billion Rupiah Worth of Fraud
On 17 November 2023, the Central Jakarta Police apprehended Ghisca Debora Aritonang as the primary suspect in the Coldplay concert ticket fraud. A 19-year-old college student, the suspect managed to acquire IDR 5.1 billion by selling 2,268 Coldplay tickets. Following the Coldplay concert on 15 November 2023 numerous attendees couldn’t access the concert area due […]
Art Jakarta 2023 Showcasing Contemporary Art Collections from Worldwide Galleries
As the official media partner of Art Jakarta 2023, Social Expat was invited to attend the grand opening of one of the renowned international art fairs of the year. Spanning three days from the 17th to the 19th of November 2023, Art Jakarta 2023 took place at the Jakarta International Expo (JIEXPO) Kemayoran, occupying the […]
5 Immigration Officers at Ngurah Rai Airport Arrested Due Tourist Extortion Case
Police apprehended five immigration officers for their involvement in the illegal collection of fees from tourists at Ngurah Rai Airport. The arrests occurred on 14 November 2023, due to these officers imposing unauthorized fees on tourists using the fast-track lane at the airport. The fast-track service at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport has unfortunately been […]
James Arthur Concert in Jakarta 2023: Ticket Prices, How To Buy, and The Latest Info
James Arthur, a British singer renowned for hits like “Impossible” and “Say You Won’t Let Go,” has sold over 2.5 million copies worldwide. On 1 December 2023, Jakarta will have the chance to host James Arthur’s concert tour at The Kasablanka Hall from 8-10 PM local time. Jakarta previously welcomed James Arthur in 2019 for […]
Bali Government Rejects 200 Million Wolbachia Mosquitoes Project Against Dengue Fever
The implementation of Wolbachia mosquitoes in Bali faced resistance from the majority of locals, sparking debates over the method’s effectiveness in controlling dengue fever. Acting Governor of Bali, Sang Made Mahendra Jaya stated on 19 November 2023, his opposition to the pilot project, which aimed to release 200 million Wolbachia mosquito eggs. The distribution was […]