Fish Found Dead as Chemical Runoff Enters Cisadane River Following Warehouse Blaze
A fire destroyed a pesticide storage warehouse in Taman Tekno, Block K3, Number 37, Setu District, South Tangerang City, on Monday, 9 February. Authorities say the incident has affected the surrounding environment, including a nearby waterway connected to the Cisadane River. Residents reported changes in the river’s condition shortly after the blaze. The water reportedly […]
Thirty-Two Dugongs Found in Maluku, Indonesia; Largest Population Ever Found in Southeast Asia
A group of 32 dugongs has been recorded in the waters surrounding Romang Island, Southwest Maluku Regency, Maluku Province. The finding marks the largest dugong population ever documented in Indonesia and is believed to be the biggest recorded aggregation in Southeast Asia to date. The discovery was made by a research team from the World […]
Chinatown Crash Update: Driver Detained as Indonesian Mother Remains in ICU
Singapore police have detained a female driver in connection with a traffic accident in Chinatown that killed a six-year-old Indonesian child, the Indonesian Embassy in Singapore confirmed on Tuesday. Rizki Kusumastuti, a representative of the Indonesian Embassy responsible for information, social affairs, and culture, said the Singapore Police Force (SPF) is still investigating the incident […]
Bag Snatching Crime in Bali: Woman Dies in Motorcycle Crash During Chase
A woman died after losing control of her motorcycle while being chased by suspected pickpockets in North Kuta, Bali. The incident occurred on Jalan Pengubengan Kauh, Kerobokan Kelod Village, Badung Regency, on Saturday night, February 7, 2026. The victim was identified as Juhaeryah Velina, 46, a resident of Saga, Balaraja District, Tangerang Regency, Banten. She […]
Batam–Singapore Route May See New AirFish Transport
Travel between Singapore and Batam, traditionally served by conventional ferries, could see a new transportation option in the coming years with the proposed introduction of AirFish, a sea-gliding vehicle designed to operate above the water surface. The plan was announced by ST Engineering AirX, a joint venture between Singapore-based technology firm ST Engineering and startup […]
Turkish DJ Arrested at Bali Airport with Over 1 Kg of Cocaine, Faces Life Sentence
A Turkish national identified as Halil Sener, also known as H.S. (26), was arrested at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali after authorities discovered more than one kilogram of cocaine in his possession. The arrest was carried out by officers from the Bali Regional Police Narcotics Investigation Directorate in coordination with Ngurah Rai […]
Meet Ibu Baron: Guinness Confirms 7.22-Metre Python in Sulawesi as World’s Longest Wild Snake
A giant female python found in Maros, South Sulawesi, has been officially confirmed by Guinness World Records (GWR) as the longest wild snake ever measured. The snake, now known as Ibu Baron, measured 7.22 metres from head to tail when examined on 18 January 2026. The measurement was witnessed and verified by Guinness officials, making […]
Chinatown Car Crash: Six-Year-Old Indonesian Tourist Dies After Accident in Singapore
A six-year-old Indonesian girl has died following a car accident in Singapore’s Chinatown area, police confirmed on Sunday, 8 February 2026. A 38-year-old female driver has been arrested on suspicion of reckless driving causing death. The Singapore Police Force said the arrest was made after an accident involving a car and two pedestrians on South […]
Bali Police Arrest 39 Indian Nationals in Online Gambling Raid in Canggu
The Bali Regional Police have dismantled an international online gambling syndicate operating from luxury villas in the Canggu and Munggu areas of Badung and Tabanan regencies. A total of 39 Indian nationals were arrested during coordinated raids carried out on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. The operation was led by the Bali Police Cyber Investigation Directorate […]
Eight Jakarta Roads to Close Temporarily During Australian Prime Minister’s Visit
The Jakarta Metropolitan Police Traffic Directorate will implement temporary road closures on several major roads in the capital from 5 to 7 February 2026. The measures coincide with the state visit of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to Indonesia. The traffic restrictions will not be enforced continuously throughout the day. Instead, closures will be applied […]