Jakarta Seeks to Become Southeast Asian Film Production Hub
Jakarta aims to become a Southeast Asian film hub by attracting foreign productions and expanding global partnerships.
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Jakarta Outranks Amsterdam in Global Public Transport Survey
Jakarta climbs two places to 15th in Time Out's 2026 public transport survey, with its governor citing better network integration.
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An-Nur Floating Mosque Opens at Ancol as New Jakarta Attraction
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung inaugurates the An-Nur Floating Mosque at Ancol, hoping it will boost religious tourism.
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Jakarta Completes Revamp of 16 School Buildings
Jakarta completes upgrades to 16 of 19 school buildings under a Rp876.8 billion program, with three projects still underway.
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Bali Senator Says Tipping Makes Locals More Eager to Serve Foreign Tourists
A Bali senator’s claim that foreign tourists tip more than Indonesians sparks a backlash and debate over equal treatment.
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KLTA, B-Universe Sign Deal to Boost Kuala Lumpur Tourism Promotion in Indonesia
KLTA and B-Universe partner to boost Kuala Lumpur tourism promotion in Indonesia, targeting travelers through events and media.
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Indonesia Says Israel Houghton Concert Will Not Be Allowed
Indonesia says it will deny permits for Israel Houghton’s Oct. 24 Jakarta concert, citing security concerns and chis support for Israel.
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Indonesian Embassy Turns Ottawa Office into Batik Runway
Indonesia turned its Ottawa embassy into a runway, showcasing centuries of batik tradition through fashion, music and cultural diplomacy.
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Indonesia’s Five Richest Women Hold $18.1 Billion Fortune
Indonesia’s five richest women have a combined fortune of $18.1 billion, with wealth spanning data centers, tobacco, coal and palm oil.
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Gen Z Embraces Wellness, but Social Media Is Making Healthy Choices Harder
Young Indonesians are embracing wellness, but a flood of conflicting health advice online is making healthy choices harder.
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JRF 2026 to Become Indonesia’s First World Athletics Gold Label Race
Jakarta Running Festival 2026 will be Indonesia’s first World Athletics Gold Label race, with free public transport for participants.
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Indonesia Flu Activity Rises, but ‘Superflu’ Cases Fall From Last Year
Indonesia’s flu positivity rate hits 56%, but ‘superflu’ cases are down from last year.
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Woman Breaks Down as Officials Seize Pet Crocodile She Raised from an Egg
A Lampung woman broke down as officials took away the 2-meter crocodile she had raised from an egg and fed chickens daily for three years.
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Bali Gives Businesses until April 2027 to Add Balinese Script to Signs
Bali has given businesses and public facilities until April 2027 to comply with rules requiring Balinese script on signs.
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The Day Indonesians Tore Down the Dutch Flag, Recreated 81 Years Later
Eighty-one years after the Hotel Yamato flag incident, 750 performers brought Surabaya’s revolutionary history to life in a mass opera.
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‘Super Flu’ Spreads to 13 Indonesian Provinces, Raising Risks for Young Children
Indonesia reports flu cases in 13 provinces as pediatricians warn that infants and toddlers face higher risks of severe illness.
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SIG Extends Recycling Program to East Java, Bali and NTB
SIG expands its recycling program to four Indonesian regions, focusing on waste sorting, collection and processing infrastructure.
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Indonesia's Eugenia Diva Widodo Wins First Asian Games Medal With Wushu Bronze
Indonesia’s Eugenia Diva Widodo won bronze in women’s changquan at Aichi-Nagoya 2026, earning her first Asian Games medal.
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Ed Sheeran Asked Robert Kraft for $2M After Macklemore Tour Fallout
Robert Kraft says Ed Sheeran asked him to commit $2 million to match Macklemore’s pledge and support humanitarian aid for Palestinians.
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From Demons to Dark Rituals, Indonesian Horror Film Festival to Debut in Melbourne
Indonesian horror films, stars and a 4K remaster of The Raid headline a new festival debuting in Melbourne on Oct. 3. Copy
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