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· Carl Samson
Indonesia bans elephant riding in landmark moment for animal welfare
Indonesia has formally prohibited elephant riding across the country, issuing one of the most sweeping bans of its kind in Southeast Asia. A win for animal rights: In an order issued late 2025, the country’s Ministry of Forestry directed conservation and tourist facilities to…
· Ryan General
Malaysia, Indonesia block Elon Musk’s Grok over explicit AI deepfakes
Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok after regulators said the tool was repeatedly used to generate sexually explicit, nonconsensual deepfake images. Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs ordered the restriction on Jan. 10…
· Ryan General
Floods across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia kill more than 1,400
More than 1,400 people have been killed across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia after days of heavy rain triggered severe flooding and landslides. Three cyclones formed in the same week across South and Southeast Asia, contributing to the intense rainfall that…
· Carl Samson
Indonesia facing economic crisis as deadly protests continue
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto confronts mounting challenges as protests over lawmakers’ perks and economic hardship continue into their second week, with student groups meeting senior ministers Thursday night but failing to secure concrete concessions. Catch up: The…
· Carl Samson
Indonesian father faces possible deportation after secret visa revocation
An Indonesian man is now facing possible deportation as he remains detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after agents secretly revoked his student visa and arrested him at his Minnesota workplace on March 27. “Public safety threat”
· Bryan Ke
Video: Turkish man flies to Indonesia to meet and marry long-distance girlfriend of 2 years
A Turkish man proved that love knows no bounds after traveling thousands of miles to meet his girlfriend in Indonesia. Mehmed Ozcan, who goes by Ahmed, flew from Turkey and traveled by boat to Wolio Village on Taliabu Island in North Maluku province to meet Salmiati La Baa on…
· Ryan General
Indonesia, Philippines recognized as top 2024 travel destinations
The 31st World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony, held in the Philippines on Sept. 3, honored destinations and businesses across the region for their outstanding contributions to the travel industry. Dubbed the “Oscars of the travel industry,” the event saw…
· Carl Samson
Pope Francis lauds Indonesians for having large families instead of pets
Pope Francis praised Indonesians for their large families during a meeting with President Joko Widodo on Wednesday, comparing them to people in other countries who prefer pets over children. Echoing similar comments he had made in the past, he encouraged Indonesia to “keep it…
· Carl Samson
Pope Francis begins Asia-Pacific tour in Indonesia
Pope Francis started his longest and farthest trip yet, landing in Jakarta to kick off a 12-day Asia Pacific tour that will also take him to Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Singapore. Despite his advanced age and recent health struggles, the 87-year-old Catholic leader is…
· Ryan General
Indonesia claims two historic golds at Paris 2024
Indonesia secured its first-ever Olympic gold medals outside of badminton at the Paris Olympics, marking the nation’s most successful Olympic performance since 1992, when it won two golds, two silvers and a bronze. Veddriq Leonardo won the gold in the inaugural men’s speed…
· Michelle De Pacina
New York authorities return 30 looted artifacts to Cambodia, Indonesia
New York authorities have facilitated the return of 30 looted artifacts to Cambodia and Indonesia. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Watch: BTS’ V, Jackie Chan team up in surprise Indonesian ad
BTS’ V and Jackie Chan have teamed up to be “best friends” in a surprise ad for an Indonesian investment platform. What we’re seeing: The SimInvest ad, which was posted on Friday and has since gone viral, shows K-pop superstar V, 28, and iconic Hong Kong actor Chan, 69, enjoying…
· Bryan Ke
Ex-AirAsia Indonesia head’s son gifts Hermes to thousands of guests at $6.5 million wedding
A five-star hotel in East Java, Indonesia, held an extravagant wedding that was attended by thousands of guests, including celebrities from Westlife, Boyzone and The Pussycat Dolls, who all received Hermes plates as souvenirs. The couple: Held at The Westin Surabaya on Nov. 18,…
· Bryan Ke
Watch: Indonesian pilot comforts Palestinian passenger in viral video
A video showing an Indonesian pilot offering comfort and support to a Palestinian passenger has touched hearts on social media. What happened: The video, which was posted by the passenger on TikTok, shows the Indonesian pilot greeting people around the cabin when he came across…
· Carl Samson
Egg-laying mammal not seen in over 60 years is rediscovered in Indonesia
A team of scientists from Oxford University has rediscovered a long-lost mammal known as Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna (Zaglossus attenboroughi). What makes it special: The species, named after British biologist David Attenborough, has been photographed only once — in 1961…
· Michelle De Pacina
Indonesian actor Andien Aisyah shares Barbie-inspired looks with traditional attire
Indonesian actor and singer Andien Aisyah has gone viral for flaunting Barbie-inspired looks using traditional Indonesian garments. “Barbie Wastra”: In her now-viral TikTok video, Aisyah showcases six different looks consisting of kebayas, a kemben (torso wrap) and a batik dress…
· Bryan Ke
Miss Universe cuts ties with Indonesia franchise amid sexual abuse allegations
The Miss Universe Organization (MUO), head of the Miss Universe beauty pageant, has officially cut ties with its Indonesian franchise after several contestants accused its Southeast Asian organizers of sexual abuse. Their decision: The MUO broke the news in an X post on…
· Ryan General
Interpol: ‘Genius’ Indonesian teen created tool used by international cybercrime syndicate
Authorities have even expressed astonishment at Saputra’s technical prowess at a young age, with experts and legal analysts calling him a tech “genius”
· Bryan Ke
The 1975’s Indonesia, Taiwan concerts canceled after same-sex kiss controversy in Malaysia
The 1975’s scheduled concerts in Taiwan and Indonesia have reportedly been canceled following a controversial show in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, last week. What happened: The incident occurred at the Sepang International Circuit on Friday, the first day of Kuala Lumpur’s three-day…
· Editorial Staff
Indonesian pet owners spend over $13,000 on their dogs’ wedding
A pair of dogs in Indonesia have gone viral on TikTok for their lavish wedding. What happened: On July 14, two Alaskan Malamutes named Jojo and Luna got married at a dog park in North Jakarta. Their owners, Valentina Chandra and Indira Ratnasari, reportedly paid over 200 million…
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