Bali Government Rejects 200 Million Wolbachia Mosquitoes Project Against Dengue Fever
The implementation of Wolbachia mosquitoes in Bali faced resistance from the majority of locals, sparking debates over the method’s effectiveness in controlling dengue fever. Acting Governor of Bali, Sang Made Mahendra Jaya stated on 19 November 2023, his opposition to the pilot project, which aimed to release 200 million Wolbachia mosquito eggs. The distribution was […]
10 Million Reward Offered in Pursuit of Bali’s Stray Dog Abuser Caught on Viral Video
Another incident of cruelty towards stray dogs in Bali has surfaced, this time in the Jimbaran area. A CCTV footage video, shared by the animal advocate community account @bali_dog_guardians on 15 November 2023, revealed a man carrying an iron rod intending to strike a sleeping dog in a village vicinity. Fortunately, this attempt was thwarted […]
Tragic Incident of Indonesian Military Aircraft Crash Claims Lives of 4 Pilots
The tragic incident involving an Indonesian military aircraft on 16 November 2023, led to the deaths of four pilots at the scene in Pasuruan, East Java. Two EMB 314 Super Tucano aircraft, part of Air Squadron 21 at Abdulrachman Saleh Malang Airstrip, lost contact at 11:18 AM local time subsequent to their 10:51 AM local […]
Stay Alert: Potential Bali Waterfall Flooding Amid Rainy Seasons
As the rainy season begins in late 2023, tourists need to be cautious about the potential for Bali waterfall flooding across different areas. On 15 November 2023, Gianyar’s Tegenungan Waterfall witnessed a significant increase in water volume due to recent heavy rainfall in the region. The surging water poses a danger to visiting tourists as […]
Chaos Reigns at Coldplay Concert in Jakarta, The Gatecrashers Gone Wild
Tens of thousands of Indonesian fans warmly embraced Coldplay’s successful concert at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium Jakarta on 15 November 2023. The band enchanted the audience with a magnificent and memorable stage performance. Chris Martin captivated the audience by performing various Coldplay songs like Yellow, Paradise, and more. An interesting highlight was his use of […]
Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Pink Beach Lombok 2023
Pink Beach or Tangsi Beach are so uncommon compared to white sand beaches; there are very few pink sand beaches in the world, but Indonesia has two! Komodo Island National Park and the lesser-known Pink Beach Lombok are the most famous. The secluded Pink Beach on Lombok’s east coast is not easy to visit. It […]
An Australian Tourist Bitten by a Monkey in Ubud’s Sacred Monkey Forest
During a visit to the Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud, a monkey bit a 10-year-old Australian tourist named Amanda Tabone. Yahoo News reported that Amanda, vacationing with friends, included the Ubud Monkey Forest as one of their destinations. Shortly after arriving at the location, Amanda encountered this unfortunate incident. In a video shared by Yahoo […]
Viral Video of Chris Martin Spotted Walking Barefoot in Jakarta
Chris Martin, the singer of the famous band Coldplay, caught everyone’s eye when he strolled around the Karet area in South Jakarta walking barefoot. In a TikTok video posted by @liacamel11 on 14 November 2023, Martin casually walked barefoot, blending in with the crowd as nobody recognized him. More than 790,000 people have watched the […]
Bali Tourism Recap 2023: A Year of Resilience and Sustainable Growth
As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s time to reflect on Bali’s tourism industry, a sector that has demonstrated remarkable resilience, innovation, and commitment to sustainable growth in the face of global challenges. Bali, known for its famous areas such as Seminyak, Uluwatu, Canggu, and Kuta, is also well-known for its beautiful beaches, beach clubs […]
Get Ready for The First Golden Disc Awards 2024 Jakarta: Welcoming 12 K-Pop Idols Line-Up
The first Golden Disc Awards Jakarta is set to take place at the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) on Saturday,Ā 6 January 2024. The official announcement of this event was confirmed by NICE Entertainment, the event’s promoter, during a press conference on 8 NovemberĀ 2023. This marks the 38th-anniversary celebration of the Golden Disc Awards and […]