Following a 19-year imprisonment in Indonesia, Matthew Norman, a member of the infamous Bali Nine drug trafficking group, was arrested in Sydney just weeks after his return to Australia. The charges stem from an alleged car theft nearly two decades ago, committed shortly before his ill-fated drug smuggling operation in
The “Koin Jagat” phenomenon, a viral augmented reality game sweeping Indonesia, has sparked significant concern in Denpasar. The game, which encourages players to search for virtual coins in public spaces that can be exchanged for cash prizes ranging from Rp300.000 to Rp100 million, has led to widespread damage to public
A three-year-old Australian girl tragically drowned in a private villa pool in Kerobokan, Bali, on Thursday, 16 January 2025, during a family holiday. Despite her father’s efforts to pull her from the water and rush her to BIMC Hospital, she was pronounced dead upon arrival. Investigation Underway Police in Badung
A 25-year-old French tourist died at the scene of a hit-and-run accident on Jalan Raya Canggu in North Kuta, Badung, early Friday morning. “The victim suffered severe head injuries and died at the scene,” said Ipda Putu Sukarma, Public Relations Officer for the Badung Police, on Friday afternoon, 17 January.
Following the launch of a new low-cost direct flight between Bali and Darwin by Air Asia last week, TransNusa has announced a new international route linking Denpasar, Bali (DPS), and Perth, Australia (PER), set to debut on 20 March 2025. The service will be operated using Airbus A320 aircraft with
Bali has been recognized as the second-best travel destination in the world, just behind London, England, according to Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards 2025. This accolade sharply contrasts the island’s inclusion in Fodor’s recent “No List” of destinations to avoid. “Living Postcard” Described by Tripadvisor as a “living postcard, an Indonesian
Bali’s Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) reported 37 weather-related disasters between 6–12 January 2025, with material losses estimated at Rp 320 million. The events, caused by heavy rainfall and strong winds, did not result in any injuries or fatalities, according to BPBD Chief I Made Rentin. “Bali is now in
Two Russian citizens have been arrested in Badung, Bali, on charges of international human trafficking and running an online prostitution network. The suspects, identified as a 26-year-old woman with the initials AK and a 31-year-old man with the initials MT, allegedly operated a prostitution website offering services from sex workers
An Australian disc jockey (DJ) and OnlyFans star, identified as CM (37), has died following a fall from the second floor of a hotel in Kuta, Badung, Bali, on Friday, 10 January 2025. The tourist was pronounced dead on Sunday, 12 January 2025, at 6:38 a.m. local time, after receiving
One week after a South Korean hiker was found dead in Mount Agung, the Bali Environment and Forestry Agency (KLH Bali) has issued an official ban on climbing the mountain during periods of extreme weather. Acting Head of KLH Bali, I Made Rentin, announced the directive on Saturday, 11 January,
For expats in Bali seeking a deeper understanding of the island’s complex dynamics, two short documentaries offer an unflinching look at the costs of unchecked infrastructure development. Through powerful storytelling and striking visuals, these films reveal the tensions between economic growth, cultural preservation, and environmental sustainability—an essential exploration for anyone
Authorities discovered the body of an unidentified woman below the cliffs of Pura Luhur Uluwatu in Badung, Bali, on Thursday, 9 January 2025. The body was found wearing only a black bikini, raising questions about her identity and the circumstances surrounding her death. Open Wounds and Suspected Fractures Head of
Sportswear giant Adidas has unveiled a new collection that celebrates the natural beauty, culture, and philosophy of Bali through collaborations with local artists Gusde Sidhi
With the government’s announcement of airfare price reductions during the holiday season, you might want to consider exploring other parts of Indonesia that are just
Grüezi mitenand! Calling all Swiss cuisine lovers to a very special restaurant in the heart of Ubud: Swiss Chalet & Grill. Join us on a
Bali’s EV Revolution and Its Implications Bali, famed for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is now on the brink of another transformation—an electric
The Bali Immigration Office has significantly improved its communication strategy by harnessing the power of social media. This initiative aims to provide international visitors with
With thousands of rental villas available across Bali, it can be a challenge to find one that actually looks like the pictures, is clean and
