This Tiny Food Cart Created by an Indonesian Seller Is Going Viral
On a quiet street corner, a tiny food cart draws curious glances. Customers lean closer. Some smile. Others pull out their phones. The reason is simple: the food is super tiny. Mang Den, a cuanki seller in Bandung, has gone viral for serving miniature portions of the city’s beloved dish. The size surprises people first. […]
Video Shows Foreigner Admiring Balinese House; Learn More About Its Unique Design
Inside a Traditional Balinese House: A Complete Guide for Bali Expat or Visitors in Bali A traditional Balinese house is more than a residence. Balinese traditional house refers to the traditional house of Balinese people in Bali, Indonesia. The craftsmanship of Balinese artisans is evident in the rich ornaments and decorations adorning both the exterior […]
BMKG Warns of Potential Heavy Rain in Java and Bali During 2026 Eid Homecoming
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has warned of potential heavy rainfall in several regions during the 2026 Eid homecoming period. The forecast was presented at the Eid al-Fitr Preparation Coordination Meeting held at the Mutiara Auditorium, Police Science College, South Jakarta, on Monday (2 March 2026). The briefing was delivered by BMKG Head […]
Roemah Koffie and BAIC Indonesia Introduce Ramadan Dining, Eid Hampers, and Educational Hub
Roemah Koffie and BAIC Indonesia have launched a joint Ramadan campaign and a new collection of Eid hampers for 2026. The initiative was introduced during a collaboration event held at BAIC Tower in Gading Serpong. Both brands are part of the JHL Group and used the event to present several programmes for Ramadan and Eid […]
Viral Video Captures Indonesian Cat ‘Buying’ Ice Cream from Street Vendor
A cat named Nom Nom has gone viral after being caught curiously inspecting an ice cream cart while his owner was buying a treat. The moment, captured on video, quickly spread across social media and amused many viewers. The clip was uploaded by the TikTok account @dinosaurbulu, showing Nom Nom approaching a passing ice cream […]
Laufey Announces Jakarta Concert for ‘A Matter of Time Tour’ in May 2026
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey has announced that Jakarta will be one of the stops on her international “A Matter of Time Tour.” The concert is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 23 May 2026. The announcement was made through Laufey’s official channels and quickly drew attention from fans across Asia and beyond. The tour will cover […]
Bali Mutilation Case Update: Bloodstains Match DNA of Missing Ukrainian Man’s Mother
Bali Police have confirmed that bloodstains found in a villa and a car in Tabanan Regency match the DNA of the mother of a missing Ukrainian citizen, Ihor Komarav, 28. The confirmation was based on forensic laboratory tests conducted on samples collected from the crime scenes. Bali Police Public Relations Chief Senior Commissioner Ariasandy said […]
Harmony in Practice: Bali Prepares for Nyepi and Takbiran on the Same Night
Nyepi Day, marking the Caka New Year 1948, will fall on 19 March 2026, coinciding with the Takbiran night welcoming Eid al-Fitr 1447 H. The overlap has prompted authorities in Bali to issue a joint appeal to ensure both religious observances proceed in an orderly manner. The appeal was issued by the Bali Provincial Government, […]
Thousands of Flights Cancelled Worldwide, Affecting Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims and Foreign Tourists in Bali
More than 58,000 Indonesian Umrah pilgrims have been delayed in returning home following flight suspensions linked to the ongoing security situation in the Middle East. The regional conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has led to the closure of several air routes. As a result, flight operations in parts of the Middle East […]
Bali Records Decline in International and Domestic Tourist Arrivals in January 2026
Foreign tourist arrivals to Bali declined in January 2026, according to data released by the Bali Provincial Statistics Agency (BPS). The agency recorded 502,205 international visitors during the month, a decrease of 12.30 per cent compared to December 2025. The Head of Bali Provincial BPS, Agus Gede Hendrayana Hermawan, said January is typically lower than […]