Muslim Tourist in Bali Encounters a Light-Hearted Moment Over Halal Food
A visiting Muslim tourist in Bali recently drew attention online after sharing his search for halal food on social media. In a video uploaded by @cyclenolimit, the traveller is seen approaching a traditional food stall selling Balinese specialities. “I want to eat halal food in Bali,” he wrote in the video caption, before pointing at […]
Bridging Dubai, Indonesia, and the World: Fasset Reaches USD 1 Billion Transaction Volume in the First Half of 2025
At Coinfest Asia Week Bali, Fasset Reaffirms Its Commitment to a Safe, Regulated Digital Asset Platform Bali, 22 August 2025 – Fasset, the Dubai-based digital asset trading platform, remains the only company currently authorised to conduct cryptocurrency trading in both Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates. On Friday, 22 August 2025, Fasset hosted an exclusive […]
Jakarta Provincial Government Launches ‘Gotong Royong’ Effort to Clean the Capital After Protests
The Jakarta Provincial Government (Pemprov DKI) has moved quickly to restore public facilities and maintain order following violent demonstrations that took place across the capital over the weekend. Local officials, supported by a range of municipal service teams known as the “Rainbow Troops”, have been deployed to clear debris, repaint damaged areas, and tidy up […]
Several Countries Issue Travel Advisories Following Demonstrations in Indonesia
A series of demonstrations in Indonesia has prompted several foreign governments to issue travel advisories for their citizens. The protests were sparked by a controversial increase in salaries and allowances for members of the House of Representatives. The unrest escalated after a tragic incident on Thursday, 28 August 2025, when an online motorcycle taxi driver, […]
Protests Continue in Jakarta Following Death of Online Motorcycle Taxi Driver
A new wave of demonstrations is expected in Jakarta today, Friday, 29 August 2025, as students from the University of Indonesia (UI) and the All-Indonesia Student Executive Board (BEM SI) prepare to take to the streets. The protests come a day after workers rallied outside the House of Representatives and are being held in response […]
Leopard Found in West Java Village Hall, Animal Under Rehabilitation
Residents of Kutamandarakan Village, Maleber District, Kuningan Regency, West Java, were startled on Tuesday, 27 August 2025, when a leopard was discovered inside the village hall. The sudden appearance of the wild animal caused alarm among the community, many of whom had never seen a leopard so close to a residential area. @kompascomSeekor macan tutul […]
Labour Unions Gather in Senayan for Protest, Wage Increase and Reforms Demanded
Thousands of workers from various labour unions gathered around the House of Representatives (DPR) building in Senayan, Central Jakarta, on Thursday, 28 August 2025, to stage a demonstration. According to Kompas.com’s observations at the site, the crowd began arriving at around 10:20 a.m. Western Indonesian Time, marching from the TVRI building on Jalan Asia Afrika […]
Indonesia to Introduce All Indonesia App for Citizens and Foreigners from 1 September 2025
From 1 September 2025, all international arrivals to Indonesia, both foreign visitors (WNA) and Indonesian citizens (WNI) returning from abroad, must complete their entry registration through the All Indonesia platform. The measure was announced by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) in coordination with the Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure and Regional Development. According […]
Janice Tjen Makes History for Indonesia at the US Open, Set to Face Raducanu
Indonesian tennis achieved a rare milestone at the 2025 US Open, as Janice Tjen progressed to the second round of her debut Grand Slam. The 24-year-old, who only entered the main draw through qualifying, defeated world number 24 and tournament 25th seed Veronika Kudermetova in a dramatic three-set contest, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4. Lihat postingan […]
Bali Introduces Bebot: Robots to Clean Up Beach Waste
Bali is world-renowned for its beaches, rice terraces, and cultural attractions. Yet in recent years, visitors to the island have often voiced disappointment over the sight of rubbish piling up along its coastline. The island faces a seasonal waste crisis, particularly between October and March, when strong winds, tides, and heavy rainfall carry debris, plastic, […]