Betrayal in Surabaya: Spa Therapist Allegedly Embezzled Rp 1.2 Billion to Fund Luxury Lifestyle A routine workday at a wellness center in Surabaya, East Java, has descended into a massive criminal investigation following the alleged theft of Rp 1.2 billion by a staff member. The case, which has sent shockwaves through the local service industry, … Read more
Hantavirus Case Detected in East Java: What the Public Needs to Know Health authorities in Indonesia are closely monitoring a newly detected case of Hantavirus in East Java (Jawa Timur), a development that underscores the ongoing need for vigilance regarding zoonotic diseases in the region. The detection of the virus in this province has prompted … Read more
A Sluggish Start to Eid Travel: Indonesian Vendor Reflects on Changing Mudik Traditions The air at Surabaya’s Purabaya Terminal hums with the familiar drone of buses, a soundtrack to the annual mudik – the Indonesian tradition of returning to one’s hometown for Eid al-Fitr. But this year, the usual surge of travelers hasn’t fully materialized. … Read more
Jakarta, Indonesia – State-owned railway company PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) is embarking on a significant expansion of its property portfolio, with plans to construct over 2,200 apartment units near the Manggarai Station in South Jakarta. The ambitious project, announced on Monday, March 16, 2026, forms part of a broader initiative to develop integrated transit-oriented … Read more
President Orders Full Investigation into Acid Attack on Indonesian Activist Jakarta – Indonesian National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has affirmed a commitment to thoroughly investigate the acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of KontraS, a human rights advocacy group. The pledge comes following a direct order from President Prabowo Subianto to pursue … Read more
Jakarta – A new Indonesian horror film, Tumbal Proyek (Project Sacrifice), is tapping into deep-seated anxieties surrounding large-scale infrastructure projects and the rumors that often accompany them. The film, centered around the construction of the Surabaya-Madura Bridge, explores the unsettling possibility that such endeavors may come at a hidden human cost. The teaser trailer, released … Read more
Bhayangkara Presisi Lampung’s Foreign Legion Fuels Super League Ascent Bandar Lampung, Indonesia – A mid-season overhaul of its foreign player roster has sparked a remarkable turnaround for Bhayangkara Presisi Lampung Football Club in the Indonesian Super League. The club, linked to the Indonesian National Police, has surged up the standings following a series of impressive … Read more
Rahmat Hidayat Recovering After Collapsing During Persijap Jepara Match Jepara, Indonesia – Persijap Jepara defender Rahmat Hidayat is recovering after collapsing during a Super League match against Persebaya Surabaya on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The 23-year-traditional player was able to return home from the hospital and is currently under medical observation, according to club officials. … Read more
“`html Ciro Alves adn David da Silva Pursue Indonesian Citizenship for National Team Dreams Brazilian footballers Ciro Alves and David da Silva, currently playing for Malut United, are taking steps towards becoming naturalized Indonesian citizens, fueled by their desire to represent the Indonesian national team. Both players meet key requirements for naturalization, having established careers … Read more