Malaysian Climber Killed in Fall on Mount Rinjani’s Torean Trail
A Malaysian climber, Rennie Bin Abdul Ghani (57), was found dead after falling into an 80-metre-deep ravine on the Torean climbing trail, Mount Rinjani National Park, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), on Sunday, 4 May 2025. Rennie’s body was discovered by the joint SAR team at approximately 10:30 a.m. The search and evacuation operation had been […]
Worldcoin and World App: The Viral Sensation Suspended in Indonesia
Modern society is always captivated by the latest in technology. Recently, the World App, part of the Worldcoin ecosystem, gained widespread attention across social media platforms and began appearing in public areas throughout Jakarta and nearby regions. The app sparked national conversation after Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) and the Ministry of Communications and Digital […]
Foreigner Runs Naked in Monas, Allegedly Suffering Mental Health Crisis
A foreign national caused a stir in the National Monument or Monas area, Gambir, Central Jakarta, on the afternoon of Tuesday, 29 April 2025. The man, desperate and barefoot, ran naked through the public area, prompting immediate intervention by officers from the Indonesian National Army (TNI) and the Civil Service Police Unit (Satpol PP). Viktor, […]
88rising’s Artist No Na Makes a Video Debut at Banyumala Waterfall in Bali
88rising Launches First All-Indonesian Artist: Girl Group with Breathtaking Music Video The renowned music label 88rising has made another significant stride in the Asian music industry by introducing 88rising Artist, No Na, a newly formed girl group comprised entirely of Indonesian members. The group is set to make its official debut on 2 May 2025. […]
Ministry Investigates Bali Blackout That Left Island Without Power for Nearly 12 Hours
The Bali region experienced a significant power outage on Friday, 2 May 2025, as residents were preparing for Kuningan Day prayers. The electricity began to fail in the afternoon at around 4 p.m. and continued until midnight, affecting almost the entire island. PT General Energy Bali (GEB), operator of the Celukan Bawang Steam Power Plant […]
Viral Video Shows Shocking Use of Plastic in Indonesian Tofu Factories
Have you ever wondered whether the food you eat is contaminated by plastic? This unsettling question was raised in a recent exposé by foreign content creator Andrew Fraser, who sheds light on a disturbing Indonesian tofu factories. In a video uploaded to his YouTube channel on Saturday, 26 April 2025, Fraser begins by stating, “Welcome […]
Java Jazz Festival 2025 Announces Line-Up: From Raye to Jacob Collier
The Jakarta International BNI Java Jazz Festival 2025 has officially announced the line-up of musicians who will perform, including Raye, at its 20th special edition, which will be held at JIExpo Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, from May 30 to June 1, 2025. One of the performers in this remarkable series of well-known and talented musicians is […]
Russian Tourist Found Dead in Bali Under Suspicious Circumstances
A Russian tourist, identified as Artem Afonin (25), was discovered dead in a guesthouse on Jalan Merta Sedana, Pengubengan Kangin Neighborhood, Kerobokan Kelod, North Kuta, Bali, on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. The discovery of the body, which showed signs of foul play, has shocked both local residents and the guesthouse staff. The victim’s body was […]
Finns Beach Club Brawl: Australian Man on Trial in Bali Over Alleged Assault on Security Guard
Beach club brawl – The case of an alleged assault involving Australian tourist Mohammed Rifai, 27, was heard at the Denpasar District Court on 29 April 2025. Rifai was charged with assaulting a security guard at Finns Beach Club in Bali on the night of 11 February 2025. Public Prosecutor Lovi Purnawan stated that the […]
Bali Hotels See Low Occupancy Despite Rise in Foreign Tourist Visits
The tourism anomaly in Bali is beginning to draw serious attention. Despite a recorded increase in foreign tourist visits to the island, hotel occupancy remains unexpectedly low. Industry observers suspect illegal accommodation is at the root of the issue. The Secretary General of PHRI (Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association) Bali, Perry Marcus, revealed during a […]