Bali MRT Project Begins with Jakarta Collaboration, Completion Targeted for 2028
Bali is set to begin construction of its long-awaited Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system, with Phase I targeted for completion by 2028. The development is expected to provide a much-needed solution to the island’s worsening traffic congestion, which has become a growing concern for both tourists and residents alike. The project, dubbed Bali Urban Rail […]
Free Motorcycle Wash by Foreigners in Indonesia Draws Public Attention
A video showing foreign nationals washing motorcycles for free in front of a church on Jalan Pangeran Diponegoro, Yogyakarta, has gone viral, drawing positive reactions from the public. The activity, reportedly taking place every Friday, has become a regular community service, carried out cheerfully by foreigners without requesting payment. The video, originally posted on TikTok […]
Bali Police Hunt Two Suspects After Shooting of Australians in Bali
Two Australian nationals were shot by unidentified individuals on the morning of Saturday, 14 June 2025, at the Casa Santisya 1 Villa, located on Jalan Pantai Munggu Seseh Gang Maja, Banjar Sedahan, Munggu Village, Mengwi District, Badung Regency, Bali. The fatal incident resulted in the death of Zivan Radmanovic, aged 33, at the scene. A […]
Bali Still Experiencing Rain Despite Entering Dry Season, BMKG Explains
Bali continues to experience rainfall into July 2025, even though parts of the island have officially entered the dry season. The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) Region III Denpasar attributes this weather anomaly to ongoing atmospheric and oceanic factors, including elevated sea surface temperatures around the island. “Some areas in southern and northern Bali […]
Recommended Indonesian Night Street Food for Foreigners Exploring the Local Food Market
The Charm of Indonesian Night Street Food Indonesia is a melting pot of culinary traditions, offering an extensive array of local dishes. When the sun sets, food markets and street vendors bring the streets to life. These night food scenes, known as night street food or street food at night, are more than just meals, […]
Muse Returns to Jakarta This September, Tickets Start from IDR 1.7 Million
British alternative rock band Muse is set to perform in Jakarta on 19 September 2025, marking their return to the Indonesian capital for the first time since 2007. The concert, promoted by Ravel Entertainment, will take place at Carnaval Ancol and is part of the band’s Southeast Asia tour. Lihat postingan ini di Instagram […]
Love Scam Syndicate Uncovered in Bali, Linked to Cambodia
Bali police have dismantled a cyber fraud syndicate operating a love scam network from Denpasar, the capital of Bali. The group allegedly targeted male victims in the United States using fake online identities. Authorities arrested 38 Indonesian citizens, including seven women, during the operation, police confirmed on Wednesday, 11 June 2025. The investigation was launched […]
Jetstar Asia to End All Operations by 31 July 2025, Jakarta and Bali Routes Affected
Jetstar Asia operating under flight code 3K, has announced it will permanently cease operations from 31 July 2025. The decision comes amid rising operational costs and increasing competition in the Southeast Asia region. In an official statement released on 11 June 2025, the Jetstar Group clarified that the closure affects only Jetstar Asia and does […]
Save the Date: Mariah Carey to Perform in Indonesia on 4 October 2025
Mariah Carey, the internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter, is set to return to Indonesia with a concert titled Mariah Carey – The Celebration of Mimi. The event will take place on Saturday, 4 October 2025, at 20:00 WIB at the Sentul International Convention Centre (SICC), Bogor, West Java. The performance marks Carey’s return to Indonesia after nearly […]
China Introduces ‘ASEAN Visa’, Allowing Indonesians to Stay for up to Six Months per Visit
The Chinese government has introduced a five-year multiple-entry visa known as the “ASEAN Visa” for citizens of the ten ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste. The new facility permits eligible individuals to stay in China for up to 180 days, or six months, per visit. During a briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian announced the policy, […]