Indonesia Introduces “Sena,” a VTuber Digital Bureaucrat Drives Mixed Interests
In a move that has both intrigued and confused the public, Indonesia’s Dewan Perwakilan Daerah (Regional Representative Council, or DPD RI) has unveiled “Sena,” a virtual news presenter designed to deliver updates about the council’s activities on its official YouTube channel. Sena, who describes herself as a “digital civil servant” (ASN Digital) rather than an […]
Hundreds of Indonesians Flee Online Fraud Operations in Cambodia and Myanmar
More than 180 Indonesian citizens (WNI) have escaped from online fraud centres in Cambodia and Myanmar in two separate incidents. The Indonesian Ministry for the Protection of Migrant Workers (P2MI) reported that 110 Indonesians fled a scam operation in Cambodia on 21 October, while another 75 managed to escape a similar network in Myanmar on […]
Wiz Khalifa Bali Visit: Rapper Praises Indonesian Hospitality and Local Treats
American rapper Wiz Khalifa has praised the warmth and hospitality of the Indonesian people during his recent visit to Bali, where he performed at the Atlas Beach Club on October 22, 2025. In a video shared on his TikTok account @wizkhalifa, the Young, Wild & Free singer gave fans a relaxed tour of his luxurious […]
Viral Video Shows Foreigner Calling Bali’s Temple a “Scam”, Sparking Cultural Debate
A foreign travel influencer has gone viral after calling Bali’s famous Pura Lempuyang temple a “scam” in a now-deleted video. The post sparked online debate about cultural respect, social media tourism, and the dangers of travelling without context. The incident, which began with a video shared by influencer Mathilde, showed her frustration after discovering that […]
Viral Video Shows Timor-Leste Delegates in Tears as Nation Joins ASEAN
Timor-Leste has officially become the 11th member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), ending a 14-year wait since first applying in 2011. A viral video from the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, where the ASEAN Summit took place on Sunday (26 October 2025), showed delegates from Timor-Leste in tears as their national flag was […]
Foreigner Rides Motorbike into Broken Beach, Sparks Online Debate
Nusa Penida, one of Bali’s most popular island getaways, has once again drawn attention online after a video showed a foreign tourist riding a motorcycle into the pedestrian area of Broken Beach in Klungkung Regency. The footage, uploaded by a local resident under the account @oknusapenidatour via @jembrana.now, captures the tourist manoeuvring the motorbike through […]
Passengers Evacuated on Foot After Jabodebek LRT Disruption
The Jakarta–Bogor–Depok–Bekasi (Jabodebek) Light Rapid Transit service experienced a technical disruption that forced passengers to be evacuated on foot along elevated tracks on Saturday (25 October 2025). The operator described the measure as a last resort after power to the system was cut. “Evacuation using the maintenance walkway alongside the tracks is the last option,” […]
Bali Leads Indonesia as the Nation’s Most Smoke-Free Province
A breath of fresh air awaits travellers heading to Bali. Bali ranks first as Indonesia’s most smoke-free province, according to Central Statistics Agency (BPS) data. In 2025, 80.84% of its residents are non-smokers. This far exceeds the national average of 70.71%. Bali sets an example for clean living and healthier lifestyles across the archipelago. This […]
British Grandmother Facing Death Row in Bali to Be Repatriated
The Indonesian government has approved the repatriation of two British citizens, Lindsay June Sandiford and Shahab Shahabadi, both convicted of drug-related offences. The decision, taken on humanitarian grounds, follows a bilateral agreement between Indonesia and the United Kingdom signed on Tuesday, 21 October 2025. Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections, Yusril Ihza […]
Pemuteran Village in Bali Wins Global Recognition as United Nations Best Tourism Village 2025
Pemuteran Village in Buleleng Regency, Bali, has been recognised as one of the Best Tourism Villages 2025 by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The award was announced at the Best Tourism Villages ceremony in Huzhou, China, on Friday, 17 October 2025. Pemuteran was listed among 52 villages worldwide, selected from more than 300 […]