Imelda Rahmawati

Jakarta’s dining scene continues to evolve with destinations that offer more than just great food. Today’s diners seek memorable experiences, immersive interiors, and stories behind every dish. One venue that perfectly combines these elements is De Tiger, the newest culinary destination at House of Tugu Jakarta. Inspired by the rich trading history of Sunda Kelapa […]

Bali is no longer the highest-ranked island in the Asia-Pacific region after Thailand’s Koh Samui claimed the top position in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, ending Bali’s long-standing reputation as one of the region’s leading island destinations. According to VN Express, the annual awards organised by the American travel magazine Travel […]

A Malaysia Airlines pilot has been arrested in Indonesia after allegedly attempting to smuggle narcotics into the country while operating a scheduled passenger flight from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta. Mohd Saufi bin Othman, 39, was detained by Indonesian authorities at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after Flight MH727 landed in Jakarta. Authorities allege that he was carrying […]

A Belarusian national is being questioned by the Singaraja Class II TPI Immigration Office following allegations that he removed Indonesian citizens from a WhatsApp community group in Bali, prompting calls for an investigation into his activities on the island. The allegations gained public attention after Italian content creator Christian Giacobbe shared the incident on his […]

Indonesia has officially launched the Indonesian International Latin Festival & Asia-Pacific Salsa Summit 2026, marking the country’s first international Latin dance festival and competition to host the official Asia-Pacific Summit International Competition. Held from 30 July to 3 August 2026 at the Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort, the five-day event is organised by Zigzag Indonesia and […]

The passenger ferry KMP Mutiara Sentosa II caught fire while sailing in the waters north of Sumenep, Madura, on Sunday, 2 August 2026, prompting a large-scale rescue operation involving multiple commercial vessels and search and rescue authorities. The ferry was operating its regular Surabaya–Makassar route when the blaze broke out at approximately 6:00–7:00 a.m. Western […]

British electronic pop duo HONNE are set to return to Jakarta for a unique and intimate fan experience as they celebrate ten years of music. Through Live at Aloft Presents: A Hangout with HONNE, Marriott Bonvoy and Aloft by Marriott will give fans the chance to meet the duo, hear the stories behind their songs, […]

Indonesia and India have agreed to accelerate discussions on implementing a cross-border quick response (QR) code payment system as both countries seek to strengthen financial cooperation and facilitate digital transactions. The cross-border QR payment system between Indonesia and India is set to become operational by the end of 2026. The initiative was announced during Indian […]