Funny Moments of Foreigner Bringing Children to Taste Typical Indonesian Snacks
Indonesian food is famous for being delicious and diverse. One of them is batagor, which is a delightful cheap street food. Apparently, the existence of batagor attracted the interest of a foreigner with his two small children. In a viral video piece circulating on Tiktok and Instagram, a foreigner was seen inviting his child to […]
Anthony Kiedis, Red Hot Chili Peppers Vocalist, Relaxes in Mentawai and Eats Lesehan
The Red Hot Chili Peppers vocalist from the United States was caught on vacation in Mentawai, West Sumatra. This is known from the portrait of Anthony Kiedis with two local residents whom he called local shamans. In the viral portrait, two shamans enjoy their time with Anthony Kiedis, who is smoking cloves while holding a […]
Algerian Tourist Deported After Overstaying and Refusing to Pay for Food
Immigration Office Ngurah Rai detained an Algerian tourist with the initials SAB who violated his stay permit and caused trouble because he refused to pay for food. Head of Ngurah Rai Immigration Office Suhendra said the tourist was arrested based on reports from the public. “He (SAB) ate at the stall and refused to pay. […]
Indonesian Coffee Shop Opens Business Opportunities in South Korea
The Indonesian government actively supports the presence of the Kopi Tuku Pop-Up Shop in South Korea. Opening a pop-up shop in Seoul is expected to increase business opportunities for the Indonesian coffee business in South Korea. Seoul Trade Attaché Eko Prilianto Sudrajat also expressed his support for Toko Kopi Tuku’s efforts. He said that the […]
Mount Ruang in Sulawesi Erupts, Sends Volcanic Ash as High as 3000 Meters
Mount Ruang in North Sulawesi erupted on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. The eruption caused the mountain to emit volcanic ash as high as 3,000 meters. “The ash was observed to be gray and black in color with thick intensity towards the south. At the time of this report, the eruption is still ongoing,” wrote an […]
Indonesia Government Reassure Fuel Prices Will Not Raise Despite Iran-Israel Conflict
The impact of the Iran-Israel conflict is expected to cause fuel prices to rise in many countries, including Indonesia. As one of the world’s largest producers of crude oil, Iran has launched an attack on Israel. There have been concerns that the attack will send oil prices to soar. Pertamina, as an Indonesian state-owned oil […]
Jokowi to Meet Apple CEO Tim Cook for Investment Discussion
Apple CEO Tim Cook is visiting Indonesia after visiting Vietnam. President Jokowi is scheduled to meet with Tim Cook today (17/04/2024) at the Merdeka Palace. Their meeting sparked interest in Apple’s investment in Indonesia. Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita conveyed the news of Jokowi’s official meeting with Tim Cook. According to him, Indonesia hopes there […]
BMKG Warns of Rain as Tropical Cyclones Loom in Denpasar and Major Cities in Indonesia
Denpasar, Indonesia – April 16, 2024 – The Indonesian Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) has issued a warning for residents of Denpasar and other major cities across the country to brace for heavy rainfall in the coming days. This weather phenomenon is attributed to the presence of two tropical cyclones currently forming in the […]
Indonesian Property Companies Brace for Impact from Rupiah Struggle
As the rupiah wavers, property companies holding US dollar-denominated debt brace for potential fallout. According to Bloomberg’s report on Monday, 15 April, the spot exchange rate stood at IDR 15,848 per US dollar. Ibrahim Assuaibi, Director of Laba Forexindo Berjangka, predicts the rupiah’s range to fluctuate between IDR 15,500 and IDR 16,100 per US dollar […]
8 Must Visit Museums in Yogyakarta, Indonesia 2025
Yogyakarta is renowned for its enchanting natural beauty and its rich array of museum experiences that delve into the city’s history and culture. The city boasts numerous museums showcasing diverse themes, including history, art, and captivating exhibitions. What’s more, the entrance fees to these museums are highly affordable. For tens of thousands of rupiahs, visitors […]