Topremit: A Smarter Way for Expats to Send Money Abroad

Topremit: A Smarter Way for Expats to Send Money Abroad

Living and working abroad as an expat can be both an exciting and rewarding experience, particularly when relocating to Indonesia. From discovering new cultures and expanding international networks to unlocking broader career opportunities, life overseas offers considerable advantages. However, alongside these opportunities comes a practical reality that many expats must manage regularly: sending money back […]

Your Guide to LANY’s Jakarta Concert 2026: Ticket Prices, Sale Dates, and Tips

Your Guide to LANY’s Jakarta Concert 2026: Ticket Prices, Sale Dates, and Tips

LANY will bring their “Soft World Tour” to Jakarta on 30 October 2026 at Indonesia Arena. Promoted by Live Nation and TEM Presents, the concert is expected to draw strong demand from Indonesian fans. Ticket sales follow a structured schedule. The Artist Presale opens on Monday, 13 April 2026, from 12:00 PM to 11:59 PM […]

Italian Man Arrested in Denpasar After Alleged Assault Over Cooking Noise

Italian Man Arrested in Denpasar After Alleged Assault Over Cooking Noise

An Italian national identified as JF (41) has been arrested by Denpasar Police following an alleged assault on his neighbour in West Denpasar, Bali. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute over noise caused by cooking activities. According to the Head of Public Relations for Denpasar Police, First Inspector Gede Adhi Saputra Jaya, SH, MH, […]

Jakarta Blackout: Power Supply Disruption Hits Jakarta, MRT Stations Briefly Affected

Jakarta Blackout: Power Supply Disruption Hits Jakarta, MRT Stations Briefly Affected

A power outage struck several parts of Jakarta on Thursday evening, 9 April 2026, affecting areas in Central Jakarta, North Jakarta, and West Jakarta. The disruption occurred suddenly and impacted electricity supply across multiple districts. PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) confirmed that the outage originated from disruptions at several substations. Haris Andika, Senior Manager of […]

Jakarta Restaurants: 7 Best New Tables in April 2026

Jakarta Restaurants: 7 Best New Tables in April 2026

Let’s be honest: we all deserve a good meal. Well, maybe a few of them. In this month’s new tables, we break down the full spectrum of what Jakarta does best: from comfort food that hits differently after a long week, an elegant fine dining for the occasions that deserve a little more, to local […]

Indonesia Deports Interpol Fugitive Arrested in Bali Following International Manhunt

Indonesia Deports Interpol Fugitive Arrested in Bali Following International Manhunt

A British national suspected of leading an organised crime network has been arrested at an airport in Bali, Indonesian police say, in a coordinated operation involving law enforcement agencies from several countries. Steven Lyons, 45, was detained at Ngurah Rai International Airport on 28 March 2026 at around 11:58 local time, shortly after arriving in […]

TransJakarta Covers 92.5% of Jakarta, Ranks Second in ASEAN Public Transport

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The Jakarta Provincial Government (Pemprov DKI Jakarta) has reported that TransJakarta services now cover 92.5% of the capital. The expansion places the bus rapid transit system among the most widely accessible public transport networks in the city. Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung said the growing coverage has strengthened TransJakarta’s role as a primary mode of transport […]

Foreigner’s Video Highlights Trash Burning as Bali Faces Waste Management Challenge

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A video circulating online has drawn attention to ongoing waste management challenges in Bali, as residents increasingly resort to burning rubbish following the planned closure of the Suwung Landfill (TPA) in mid-2026. The footage, shared by Gary Bencheghib, co-founder of Sungai Watch, shows him running through several places in Bali where he encounters at least […]

Torpedo-Like Object Found in Gili Trawangan Confirmed Safe by Police

Torpedo-Like Object Found in Gili Trawangan Confirmed Safe by Police

Residents in Gili Trawangan, North Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, reported the discovery of an object resembling a torpedo in coastal waters on Monday, 6 April 2026. The object was first spotted by fishermen who were casting nets at approximately 10:00 WITA. It was later brought ashore for inspection after concerns were raised about its origin […]