Balinese Hindus in the Netherlands Celebrate the Inauguration of the First Temple in the Country
A historic moment was created, and the Balinese Hindu community in the Netherlands rejoiced. The Indonesian Embassy in The Hague inaugurated the first temple for Hindus in the Netherlands in Taman Indonesia, Kallenkote city, on Saturday, November 30, 2024. According to a written statement from the Indonesian Embassy in The Hague received by Indonesia national […]
Indonesia Culture: Reog Ponorogo Is Recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Reog Ponorogo, a traditional Indonesian performing art from East Java, is now officially recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Protection. This proud announcement was made by UNESCO through its social media accounts. The Indonesian Ambassador/Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, Mohamad Oemar, who served as the Chairperson of the Indonesian Delegation […]
BMKG: Jayawijaya’s ‘Everlasting’ Snow to Disappear in Coming Years
Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) delivered bad news for Indonesia as the “eternal snow” in the Jayawijaya Mountains, Central Papua, will soon be extinct in the coming years. This is known after BMKG conducted glacier monitoring at Sudirman Peak, Jayawijaya Mountains, Papua, from November 11 to 15, 2024. BMKG Climatology Instrument Standardization Division […]
South Korea’s President Announces Martial Law, Here’s What It Means for Indonesians in South Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on December 3, 2024. He said the country’s opposition controls parliament, sympathizes with North Korea and wants to paralyze the government with anti-state activities. It is unclear how these measures will affect the country’s government and democracy, but South Koreans have already organized mass demonstrations. South […]
ATM Fraud: How Foreigners Protect Themselves and You Can Too
Indonesia has thousands of islands to explore on vacation. Behind the charm of Indonesia, there are many dangers that haunt it, starting from natural disasters to air pollution and also crime. But fraud is also a big problem. ATM fraud is something to avoid for tourists or expats in Bali. Skimming crimes are common in […]
Top 10 Fried Chicken Menus Worldwide, Featuring Two from Indonesia
Fried chicken is one of the favourite foods around the world. This simple dish can be found in restaurants, food stalls, and even households. Many people love its savoury and crispy taste. Indonesian fried chicken is also a very popular food. This dish can be found in various regions, with various recipe variations. Indonesian fried […]
Maarten Paes and Girlfriend Enjoy Bali Getaway: Luxury Stay and Local Delights
Indonesian national team goalkeeper Maarten Paes and his girlfriend Luna Bijl were in Bali for about ten days after the goalkeeper defended the Garuda squad in two 2026 World Cup Qualifying matches in Jakarta on November 15 and 19. During their time in Bali, Maarten and Luna relaxed, with little to do, as they wanted […]
BMKG Predicts Bali’s Peak Rainfall Season in December 2024: Here’s What to Expect
Indonesia is entering the rainy season, which is characterized by high rainfall and windy conditions. This season also affects Bali, which is actually entering the high season because it is approaching the Christmas and New Year holidays. The Center for Meteorology Climatology and Geophysics (BBMKG) Region III Denpasar predicts that the peak of the rainy […]
14-Year-Old Teenager in Jakarta Kills Father and Grandmother, Claims to Have Heard Whispered Voices
A teenager with the initials MAS (14) stabbed his father, mother and grandmother using a kitchen knife at their home in the Lebak Bulus area, Cilandak, South Jakarta, on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at around 01.00 a.m. The incident left the perpetrator’s father and grandmother, APW (40) and RM (69), dead at the scene. Meanwhile, […]
Viral Video Shows Whale Carcass Found Stranded on Legian Beach, Bali
A whale carcass found stranded on Legian Beach, Legian Village, Kuta Sub-district, Badung Regency, Bali, on 29 November 2024 sparked attention after reports of the discovery went viral on social media. Following the report, the Bali Natural Resources Conservation Center (KSDA) immediately deployed a team to examine the scene directly. During the initial investigation, information […]