200,000 Hectares of Oil Palm Plantation in Indonesia to Be Restored Into Forest
On the evening of 6 November 2023, a surprising announcement was made by Bambang Hendroyono, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Forestry. It revealed that the Indonesian government is committed to restoring 200,000 hectares of oil palm plantation land located within the protected forest area in Kalimantan to its previous forest status. This pledge is […]
6 Perpetrators Arrested of Stealing Rare Baby Komodo Dragon from National Park
On 30 October 2023, a gang of smugglers abducted a baby Komodo dragon from Komodo National Park in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara. They concealed the reptile in a banana truck, planning its escape at the Labuan Bajo ASDP crossing port. Six individuals have been apprehended and charged with participating in an illegal animal trafficking […]
Bali Viral Video: Foreign Tourist’s Wild Street Fight Caught on Camera
On the evening of 5 November 2023, there is a Bali viral video depicting a street fight featuring three foreign tourists at 8 PM local time. This altercation not only resulted in a traffic gridlock but also immediately drew the gaze of numerous bystanders. The man with a bald head and clad in white shorts […]
Jakarta Ranked Top 10 Best City to Travel in 2024 by Lonely Planet
Jakarta achieved the distinction of being one the top 10 best city to travel by Lonely Planet, with the official announcement made on 25 October 2023, in celebration of its 50th anniversary. Several compelling factors contribute to Jakarta’s status as the best city to travel to, including its array of distinctive attractions and a wide […]
Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Floods in Jakarta: Urgent Weather Advisory Issued
Jakarta, Indonesia – A total of 19 local neighborhoods (Rukun Tetangga/RT) in Jakarta were submerged due to overflowing rivers and heavy rainfall on Saturday, 4th November 2023. According to Isnawa Adji, the Head of the Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), Jakarta Selatan (South Jakarta) was the hardest hit, with nine RT affected. “The areas impacted […]
Halmahera Forest Tribe’s Viral Video: Defending the Forest from Nickel Mining Threat
Indonesia is renowned for its abundant ethnic, cultural, and historical diversity. Nevertheless, over time, many of the country’s original cultures have transformed due to the forces of modernization and the exploitation of natural resources by business interests. A recent event that garnered widespread attention, both in Indonesia and abroad, took place on October 26, 2023, […]
Ngurah Rai Airport’s Strengthened Monkeypox Virus Monitoring for Tourist
In response to the rising number of monkeypox virus cases in Indonesia, Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali has initiated stricter screening measures. This precautionary action aims to curb the escalation of monkeypox infections in the country, particularly with the approaching 2024 New Year holiday season. By early November 2023, there had been 33 confirmed monkeypox […]
Formula E Jakarta 2024 is Cancelled Due Indonesia’s Presidential Election
Formula E Jakarta 2024 received discouraging news as FEO (Formula E Operation) has officially eliminated Jakarta from the competition calendar for the upcoming year. This decision generated significant interest from various stakeholders, including the DKI Jakarta provincial government. Prasetyo Edi Marsudi, the Chairman of the DKI Jakarta DPRD, has underlined that Jakarta’s removal as the […]
American Influencer Takes Bali Jungle Cart for a Wild Ride, Sparks Viral Controversy!
Bali truly stands out as a haven for tourists, catering to a wide range of interests, from natural beauty and modern attractions to thrilling adventures. Recently, a video featuring a United States-based influencer exploring the Jungle Cart Bali attraction gained widespread attention. Jungle Cart Bali is an attraction designed as a kart that operates without […]
New Jakarta Transportation Policy: Emission Test Ticketing for Vehicles Aged Over 3 Years
The head of the Jakarta Environmental Agency, Asep Kuswanto, has announced the introduction of emission test tickets as a measure to address the escalating pollution issue in Jakarta. In support of this initiative, the Metro Jaya police have deployed 50 of their officers to assist with emission testing in various areas across Jakarta. Emission testing […]