President Prabowo Unveils 109 Cabinet Members, Including 56 Deputy Ministers
After being inaugurated on Sunday morning, October 20, 2024, President Prabowo immediately inaugurated the ministers, deputy ministers, and agency heads included in his government cabinet members. On Sunday evening, President Prabowo Subianto officially announced the lineup, totalling 109 people. “With the agreement of the chairmen of our coalition, we name this cabinet the Merah Putih […]
Bobby Kertanegara: Prabowo’s Cat at the State Palace
Prabowo Subianto was officially inaugurated as the 8th President of the Republic of Indonesia on Sunday, October 20, 2024. He also officially inhabited the State Palace in Jakarta starting from Sunday after he was officially inaugurated. His arrival was different because, besides bringing his family, President Prabowo did not forget to bring his pet cat, […]
Indonesia Partners with VFS Global to Streamline Visa on Arrival (VoA) for Tourists
The Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration has partnered with VFS Global to simplify the Visa on Arrival (VoA) process for international tourists. This collaboration aims to attract more visitors and improve the immigration experience for those entering Indonesia. VFS Global, a leading outsourcing and technology services specialist for visa and passport issuance, will facilitate online […]
A Tribute to Liam Payne: One Direction Fans Gather at Langsat Barito Park, Jakarta
The death of former One Direction member Liam Payne on October 16 has left a deep sorrow for his fans around the world. Liam, who died tragically after falling from the third floor of his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, left unforgettable memories for his fans. One Direction fans—Directioners—who are in Jakarta held a […]
Indonesia’s Presidential Inauguration: No Car Free Day and Additional Schedule for the Commuter Line
The president and vice president-elect, Prabowo-Gibran, will be officially inaugurated on October 20. The inauguration will be held at the Nusantara Building, Parliament Complex, Senayan, Jakarta, on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The 2024 presidential election contestants Anies Baswedan-Muhaimin Iskandar and Ganjar Pranowo-Mahfud MD were also invited to attend the event. Not only […]
Indian Tourist Drowns in the Waves at Bali’s Angel Billabong Beach
Angel Billabong Beach in Nusa Penida does offer a beautiful view. However, it is important to always remember that although Angel Billabong Nusa Penida offers incomparable beauty, you should always be careful. The ocean waves in this area can suddenly become large and very dangerous, especially during high tide. For safety and security, it is […]
Bank Indonesia Urges Merchants to Welcome All Payment Options, Not Just QRIS
After the COVID-19 pandemic ended, non-cash transactions became more prevalent, and more merchants and small outlets were using Qris payments. Apparently, this has become a liability for some merchants who refuse cash payments. This has invited pro and con responses on various social media. Some are in favour because Qris payment is more practical and […]
The Last Moments of Liam Payne, Former Member of One Direction: Friends Share Their Insights
The shocking news from the entertainment scene today is the sad news of the death of former One Direction personnel Liam Payne. Pablo Policicchio, a spokesman for the Ministry of Security of the city of Buenos Aires, further explained the chronology of events. Quoting Pagesix, he stated that Payne “threw himself from the balcony of […]
Indonesia’s Tourism Minister Supports MotoGP Rider Fabio Quartararo’s Move to Bali with a Golden Visa
MotoGP rider Fabio Quartararo expressed his desire to live in Bali via Instagram. He claimed to have fallen in love and felt at home in Bali. The racer from the Yamaha even wants to live on the Island of the Gods. Apparently, the Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno, welcomed this desire. […]
E-Visa Glitch at Bali Airport Exposes Australian Tourists’ Passport Data
Indonesia’s recent implementation of smart e-gates at airports nationwide, including Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport, aimed to streamline customs processes. However, a glitch in the e-visa system has led to a series of cyber breaches, exposing the sensitive personal information of several Australian tourists travelling to Bali. As reported by Liputan 6, immigration officials admitted […]