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Weak Rupiah Drives Surge in Overseas Demand for Lombok Pearls
A weaker rupiah is driving stronger demand for Lombok pearls from Malaysia and Singapore.Lifestyle May 30, 2026 | 5:37 pm
Cold Air From Australia Brings Chilly Nights and Mornings to Bali
Cold air from Australia and clear skies are bringing cooler nighttime and morning temperatures to Bali.Lifestyle May 30, 2026 | 1:52 pm
Indonesia Wants to Turn Weakening Rupiah into A Tourist Magnet
Tourism packages have become more affordable for foreign travelers as the rupiah continues to fall against the dollar.Lifestyle May 29, 2026 | 8:40 pm
Balinale 2026 to Showcase 94 Films from 38 Countries
Bali’s international film festival returns June 1-7 with 94 films, global premieres, and workshops for emerging filmmakers.Lifestyle May 29, 2026 | 7:53 pm
Blok M Draws Holiday Crowds as Viral Food Spots Revive Area
Crowds filled Blok M during the long Eid al-Adha holiday as visitors queued for viral food and trendy cafes.Lifestyle May 28, 2026 | 6:12 pm
Tourism Ministry Targets Illegal Villa Rentals Sold on Social Media
Indonesia is tightening oversight of villa rentals and online travel platforms as authorities warn of rising accommodation scams.Lifestyle May 26, 2026 | 6:58 pm
Indonesia to Subsidize Domestic Airfares During Holiday Travel Seasons
The government will cover part of airline ticket taxes for school holidays and year-end travel to support tourism and consumer spending.Lifestyle May 26, 2026 | 6:31 pm
Bali Says Nusa Dua Beaches Safe After Shark Sightings
Officials identified the sharks as likely blacktip reef sharks, known for avoiding humans and staying non-aggressiveLifestyle May 25, 2026 | 10:12 am
Weak Rupiah Makes Bali a Bargain for Foreign Tourists
A weaker rupiah is making Bali cheaper for foreign tourists and could help boost visitor numbers to Indonesia.Lifestyle May 23, 2026 | 12:13 pm
Bali’s Tourism Boom Raises Questions Over Sustainability and Public Space
Bali’s tourism growth is fueling concerns over congestion, shrinking green space, and long-term sustainability.Lifestyle May 22, 2026 | 2:00 pm
Education Experts Welcome Move to Introduce English at Primary Level
Stakeholders back Indonesia’s plan to introduce English earlier in schools, citing global competitiveness and AI-era skills needs.Lifestyle May 21, 2026 | 9:25 pm
Bali, Jakarta, and Riau Islands Still Dominate Tourism Investment Flows
Indonesia is seeking to diversify tourism investment beyond Bali and Jakarta, as it targets Rp 63.5 trillion in tourism projects.Lifestyle May 20, 2026 | 10:48 pm
Bali Artisans Turn Driftwood Into Exported Artworks and Furniture
Bali artisans are transforming driftwood and recycled natural materials into custom artworks and furniture exported overseas.Lifestyle May 20, 2026 | 7:56 am
Jakarta Opens Boxing Ring, Skatepark to Curb Youth Brawls
Jakarta opens a boxing ring and skatepark in East Jakarta to curb youth brawls and give young people positive activities.Lifestyle May 19, 2026 | 8:01 am
‘Michael’ Reclaims Top Box Office Spot In Its 4th Weekend
The Lionsgate movie is in rarefied territory, having brought in $703.9 million worldwide and counting.Lifestyle May 17, 2026 | 11:30 pm
Pokémon Cards Trigger Extended Customs Check at Indonesia’s Main Airport
A passenger carrying large quantities of Pokémon cards was questioned by customs officials at Jakarta’s main airport.Lifestyle May 17, 2026 | 11:23 pm
Jakarta Temporarily Suspends Rasuna Said Car-Free Day for Further Improvements
Jakarta temporarily suspends Rasuna Said car-free day to improve facilities, traffic flow, and crowd management.Lifestyle May 16, 2026 | 2:37 pm
Indonesia Says ‘Pesta Babi’ Screenings Were Never Banned
Officials defend public discussion of Pesta Babi despite disruptions at several campus screenings.Lifestyle May 16, 2026 | 11:38 am
Some Japanese Snack Packages Are Turning Black-and-White as Iran War Depletes Ink Supply
How long the change might last remains unclear, according to Calbee, founded in 1949. The Calbee group employs more than 5,000 people.Lifestyle May 13, 2026 | 4:35 pm
Yogyakarta Hosts Eight-Nation Asian Modern Pentathlon Meet
Eight nations compete at AMPC 2026 in Yogyakarta as Indonesia fields 20 athletes and targets medals in Asian youth pentathlon meet.Lifestyle May 12, 2026 | 3:33 pm
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