Imelda Rahmawati

Live music across the Asia-Pacific region has evolved from occasional weekend entertainment into a powerful economic engine. According to the APAC Concert Goers Report 2026, over 60% of consumers across key regional markets, including Indonesia, Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand, have attended a live concert or music festival. However, for businesses in Indonesia, live […]

If your 2027 concert calendar is already looking busy, LaLaLa Fest has just given you another reason to keep January free. Olivia Dean has been announced as the headliner for LaLaLa Fest 2027 in Jakarta, marking her first performance in Indonesia and one of her first appearances in Southeast Asia. The British singer will take […]

Jakarta is firmly securing its place as the undisputed entertainment capital of Southeast Asia. As music lovers gear up for an unforgettable concert season, the iconic Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) complex in Senayan is preparing to host a thrilling lineup of global icons, K-pop sensation groups, legendary rock acts, and nostalgic pop powerhouses. Whether you […]

CCTV footage has captured the moment an explosion at a restaurant in Pakuwon City, Surabaya, caused the wall of a neighbouring shoe shop to collapse, while the restaurant involved has apologised to residents and businesses affected by the incident. The explosion occurred at the San Antonio shopping complex in Mulyorejo, Surabaya, on Tuesday morning (6 […]

What actually makes something alive? Beyond basic biological markers, humanity’s defining trait has always been the drive to create. Since ancient times, we have crafted objects, drawings, dolls, and machines that mirror living beings, constantly testing the limits of our own creative agency. Opening in November 2026 and running through April 2027, Museum MACAN in […]

Timnas Indonesia have ended a 35-year wait for a senior international trophy after defeating Thailand in a dramatic FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 final at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta on Monday, 5 October. Indonesia secured the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup title after a 4-2 victory on penalties, following a 2-2 draw after 120 […]

Immigration enforcement across Bali resulted in the detention of 177 foreign nationals at the Denpasar Immigration Detention Centre (Rudenim) during the first nine months of 2026. Official records covering the period from 1 January to 30 September reveal that individuals from Nigeria, Pakistan, and Russia comprised the largest proportion of detainees, with visa overstays cited […]

TransJakarta fares will be adjusted from 1 January 2027 after remaining at Rp3,500 for more than two decades, the Jakarta administration has confirmed. The new fare has not yet been announced. While Rp5,000 has been widely discussed as a possible new rate, the figure is currently only a proposal from the Jakarta City Transportation Council […]