Jakarta to Switch Off Lights for One Hour on June 13 to Mark Environment Day
The Jakarta Provincial Government will switch off lights across several major roads, government buildings, and iconic landmarks for one hour on Saturday, 13 June 2026, as part of its Environment Day energy conservation campaign. The initiative will take place from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm WIB and is intended to encourage residents and businesses to […]
BIGBANG to Return to Jakarta as Part of 2026–2027 Reunion Tour
South Korean K-pop group BIGBANG has officially announced the schedule for its upcoming reunion world tour, marking the group’s return to the stage as a trio consisting of G-Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung. The tour will begin in Goyang, South Korea, on 21 August 2026 before travelling to several cities across Asia, including Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala […]
Jennifer and Hayato: Meet the Bornean Orangutans at the Centre of a Unique Japan-Indonesia Conservation Event
A unique conservation event in Japan has attracted widespread attention online after Tobe Zoo in Ehime Prefecture officially introduced two Bornean orangutans, Jennifer and Hayato, as a breeding pair. The occasion, which took place on 6 June 2026, was shared by the Indonesian Embassy in Tokyo through its official Instagram account and quickly drew interest […]
Man Alleges Assault and IDR 100 Million Extortion After Tinder Job Offer in Bali
A 24-year-old man from West Sumba Regency, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), has reported being assaulted and extorted after meeting individuals through the dating application Tinder in Bali. The case has drawn public attention after photographs showing injuries to the victim’s face and head circulated widely on social media. The victim, identified by his initials YKB […]
Kings of Convenience to Perform in Jakarta This November, Ticket Sales Open 17 June
Norwegian folk duo Kings of Convenience are set to return to Indonesia as part of their Asia Tour 2026, with two performances scheduled in Jakarta later this year. The concert, titled Kings of Convenience Live in Jakarta, will take place on 28 and 29 November 2026 at the JIEXPO Convention Center & Theater in Central […]
Pertamina Announces New Fuel Prices, with Pertamax Rising to IDR 16,250 Per Litre: See the Full List
PT Pertamina (Persero) has increased the price of Pertamax fuel to IDR 16,250 per litre, ending more than three months of price stability for the non-subsidised fuel product. The latest adjustment took effect on 10 June 2026, according to information published on Pertamina’s official website. The increase represents a rise of IDR 3,950 per litre […]
Shin Tae-yong Returns to Indonesian Football as Persija Jakarta’s New Coach
Persija Jakarta has confirmed its commitment to participate in the 2026 President’s Cup, despite uncertainty surrounding the tournament’s schedule and format. The announcement was made by Persija President Mohamad Prapanca during a press conference introducing South Korean coach Shin Tae-yong as the club’s new head coach for the 2026–27 season. The event was held at […]
How to Buy BTS World Tour ‘ARIRANG’ Jakarta? Here’s How to Secure Your Tickets
Ticket sales for the BTS World Tour “ARIRANG” concert in Jakarta are set to begin this week, with a dedicated presale for ARMY Membership holders opening on 9 June 2026, followed by general ticket sales on 11 June. The announcement has prompted thousands of Indonesian BTS fans, known as ARMYs, to prepare for what is […]
American Fugitive Wanted in the US Found Hiding in a Bunker in Depok
Indonesian immigration authorities have arrested a United States citizen who had allegedly been evading legal proceedings in his home country for more than 15 years by living under multiple identities in Indonesia. The Directorate General of Immigration identified the man as AW, also known by the aliases BW, AYW and JW. He was arrested on […]
Indonesia on Alert After 7.7-Magnitude Philippines Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning
Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has confirmed that the 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck waters south of Mindanao in the Philippines on Monday morning was caused by subduction activity and has the potential to generate a tsunami affecting several parts of eastern Indonesia. The earthquake occurred at 6:37 a.m. WIB and prompted BMKG to […]