A massive fire tore through Sri Bantas Market in Desa Cepaka, Tabanan, this afternoon, gutting dozens of kiosks and sparking panic among traders and locals.
An incident on Tuesday involving a 54-year-old Australian tourist in Bali has once again spotlighted Indonesia’s growing focus on social etiquette for foreign visitors. Local
In a dramatic move, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has revived the long-debated plan to build an international airport in North Bali, pitching it as the
Indonesian immigration officials recently deported a Ugandan national in Bali following allegations of involvement in online prostitution, marking the latest in a string of deportations
Indonesian immigration officials deported two Serbian nationals from Bali on Friday after allegedly operating a fishing tour business illegally without the necessary work visas. The
Seventeen electric pedicabs—known locally as becak listrik—formally take on to Bali’s streets this week following the inauguration of the Indonesian Electric Pedicab Association (PBLI) office
In late October, Bali police raided an all-male spa called ‘Elegantz Spa and Sauna Bali’ suspected of selling sexual services and prostitution. It has since
As of 20 of October, 2024, the new national government has settled into office. Local government, however, is yet to be decided. On 27 of
The news has sent ripples through the tech community: the much-anticipated iPhone 16 will not grace the shelves of Indonesian stores. This decision, announced in late October,
The construction of a North Bali Airport has been stopped and restarted for almost a decade. While some say it’s an absolutely necessary development for
An Indian tourist drowned off the coast of Nusa Penida Island, on Wednesday, 16 of October 2024, at 10.45am, after being swept off the cliff
Bali is to be home to Indonesia’s first world-class marina development, establishing Indonesia as one of the world’s leading marine destinations. The landmark project marks
Craig Laidley, a 56-year-old Australian, displayed extraordinary bravery at Balian Beach, Bali, when he attempted to rescue a tourist caught in the dangerous sea. The
A recent fireworks display at Bali’s Berawa Beach, organized by Finns Beach Club, sparked controversy as it coincided with a sacred Hindu prayer ceremony nearby.
Indonesia has introduced stricter penalties for foreign tourists overstaying their visas or engaging in illegal activities, with offenders now facing prison sentences of up to
The Bali branch of the Indonesian Veterinary Medical Association (PDHI) has addressed recent confusion and concern surrounding the island’s strategy for managing stray dogs. The
The Ngurah Rai Immigration Office in Badung, Bali, has initiated a significant crackdown on illegal activities involving foreign nationals through its recent Jagratara operation. Conducted
Bali police have named two Australian nationals, MJLG and LJLG, as suspects in a prostitution ring disguised as a spa business. The couple, who are
An Australian tourist, identified only as B.M.P., 54, has caused concern and unrest among residents and visitors in Kuta, Bali. Known for his bald head
A recent glitch in Indonesia’s electronic visa (e-visa) system has exposed sensitive passport information of Australian travelers visiting Bali, raising serious concerns about data privacy
