President Jokowi: Indonesia Tightens Border Controls Amid Monkeypox Concerns During IAF 2024
Indonesia is ramping up its border surveillance in response to escalating concerns over the monkeypox virus, also known as Mpox. President Joko Widodo, in a cabinet meeting held on Tuesday, 27th August, 2024, urged for heightened scrutiny at international arrival points to curb the potential spread of the disease. “The Ministry of Health and other […]
Indonesian Athletes at Paris 2024 Paralympics: A Touch of Ikat in Their Clothing
After the excitement of the 2024 Paris Olympics, it is now time for the 2024 Paris Paralympics, which are ready to roll from August 28, 2024, to September 9, 2024. The opening ceremony will take place at Place de la Concorde, the square in the centre of Paris, where the skateboarding discipline is at the […]
How Expensive Are Bali Markets? Video Shows A Touristās Bargaining Experience
Bargaining for goods at the market is nothing new in Bali, Indonesia. This habit of Baliās people is apparently also imitated by foreign tourists visiting Indonesia. In a video uploaded on TikTok by the account @martinaliang, it appears that she was choosing some beautiful accessories made in Bali. She made his choice and continued to […]
Controversy Erupts Over Uluwatu Cliff Excavation for Seawall Construction
The Uluwatu cliff seawall construction project has begun. The activity begins with the opening of the inspection road, which is currently 60 per cent complete. However, on social media, the opening of access through cliff excavation has raised many questions. Viral videos show by @infobali.viral the dredging of cliffs, and netizen comments are against the […]
Bali’s Best Menu Set: Culinary Odyssey at JW Marriott Jakarta’s Sailendra Restaurant
“7 Balinese-flavoured dishes presented in a modern way, showcasing the unique characteristics of Loka Rasa Nusantara by Chef Wisnu Adytama.” Social Expat was recently honoured to be invited to the launch of a week-long collaboration between JW Marriott Jakarta and Renaissance Hotel Uluwatu, promising an unforgettable culinary experience for those visiting Sailendra restaurant this week. […]
Lizzo Heads to Bali After SZA, Looks for Recommendations from Followers
In the midst of a very busy schedule, Lizzo, a singer and rapper from the United States, took the time to visit Indonesia, precisely Bali. As depicted in her recent Instagram post, Lizzo appeared to be soaking in the tranquil ambience of a Bali villa, a serene escape from her usual bustling schedule. Not only […]
New Decree on Regional Head Elections in Indonesia Requires Jokowi to Comply with Constitutional Court Rulings
The wave of protests that swept Indonesia over the past week has finally subsided after the government issued a new decision regarding regional head elections (Pilkada). The government adhered to the decision of the Constitutional Court (MK) after the cancellation of the ratification of the revised Pilkada Law. Commission II of the Indonesian House of […]
Indonesia Ranks 1st in Southeast Asia Most Generous Countries by World Giving Index 2024
Southeast Asia has consistently demonstrated a strong culture of generosity, with several countries ranking high in the World Giving Index 2024. This annual report, compiled by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), assesses the generosity of over 142 countries based on three key indicators: helping a stranger, donating money, and volunteering time. Here, we delve into […]
Areas in Jabodetabek with Air Pollution as Severe as Smoking Hundreds of Cigarettes Monthly
The problem of poor air quality in Jakarta is under serious scrutiny. Apart from vehicle emissions, cigarette smoke is even allegedly contributing to poor air quality. Although not as big as smoke from motorized vehicles, smoke from burning cigarettes is very harmful to health. Benedict Wermter, better known as Bule Sampah, uploaded a video in […]
Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali Takes Precautions Against Monkeypox by Measuring Passenger Temperatures
In order to anticipate the transmission of diseases caused by the Mpox virus or monkeypox, the Denpasar Bali Health Quarantine Center (BBKK) checks the body temperature of passengers arriving from abroad. The head of BBKK Denpasar, Anak Agung Ngurah Kusumajaya, stated that they would conduct additional examination if the passengerās temperature goes beyond 37.5 degrees […]