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Queues at Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport depict Indonesians’ thirst for travel
An airport official is hopeful for even more arrivals; as long as health protocols are observed, of course.
Islamophobia vs Cartoon: Indonesian children’s show ‘Nussa’ accused of promoting Taliban rule
Remember the popular children’s cartoon Nussa, which drew some controversy earlier this year due to allegations of...
Sabah businesswoman pays the price after lashing out at police on camera
She had to surrender her clothes, phone, car keys, and more.
Claws out: Animal groups check on House of Seafood’s crabby walk stunt
No crabs were harmed, apparently.
Hong Kong to shorten quarantine for fully vaccinated residents to 7 days
The relaxation is a welcome relief for those who have longed complained about the strict policy.
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Staff tried in vain to stop her tantrum.
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AROUND THE REGION
Bali’s best: Mandapa and The Legian chosen among Tripadvisor’s top hotels in Asia
Two hotels located in Bali are in the top three in a list of the best hotels in all of Asia.
Queues at Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport depict Indonesians’ thirst for travel
An airport official is hopeful for even more arrivals; as long as health protocols are observed, of course.
Jabs for everyone (eligible): all adults in Bali can now get their COVID-19 vaccine
The province is ramping up its daily vaccination quota and speeding up its drive.
Nip/Tuck/Beach: Indonesia eyes Bali as cosmetic procedures hub
The Indonesian Health Ministry’s plan to turn Bali into a medical tourism destination may see it tap into the field of cosmetics, an official said during a visit to the island.
Officials warn of high tides in southern Bali tomorrow
Surfers, please heed the warning. This is not a challenge.
Warning: Skateboarding against Thailand’s government could be hazardous
Which is more dangerous: Selling a skateboard without a warning label or criticizing the government? In lieu of a definitive answer, skateboard sellers throughout the realm are...
Sleep means death for Thai students in new Netflix thriller ‘Deep’
Netflix’s next Thai-language original show is a mystery thriller collab between students and studio veterans that hits the streams next month. A showcase of young talents with a...
Bangkok Pride: Meet LGBTQ+ who lead the way for equality in Thailand
Thailand is widely viewed as an LGBTQ+-friendly nation. But there are very real challenges for the LGBTQ+ community beneath the surface. Official support has been mixed, with the...
Soi Suan Phlu welcomes coffee roaster ‘Smokey Cat’ and its boutique beans
Sathorn neighborhood recently has welcomed a new joint bringing boutique beans to Soi Suan Phlu. Occupying an enviable corner unit near the Somerset Park on Soi Suan Phlu,...
Bangkok film buffs rejoice over new ‘Doc Club & Pub’
Three months after the curtains fell on alt-cinema Bangkok Screening Room, the venue’s new tenant is nearly ready to open its doors to film buffs. Documentary Club on Thursday...
Apple Daily pulls plug on English web edition as paper faces imminent closure
The paper could shut down altogether if authorities do not unfreeze their funds soon.
Man arrested after police receive tip about protest banner airing on laundry rack
The banner had an illegal slogan that connotes Hong Kong independence under the security law.
Hong Kong to shorten quarantine for fully vaccinated residents to 7 days
The relaxation is a welcome relief for those who have longed complained about the strict policy.
Riding ’round town: Baby boar takes MTR at Quarry Bay, changes to cross-harbor train
The plucky piglet made its way across the harbor via MTR.
Hong Kong bottled water with motivational quotes yanked off shelves for ‘sensitive’ slogans
Staff received an order to "immediately" remove the bottles from supermarket shelves.
Deceased COVID-19 victim left in front of his house in Jakarta due to long burial queue
The body of a man who died after getting infected with the coronavirus was left lying for 14 hours in front of his house in North Jakarta’s Sunter Agung area, illustrating the...
Ruckus in Madura-Surabaya border amid widespread refusal against testing
A group of motorcyclists reportedly attacked a swab test facility in Surabaya, East Java this morning following widespread refusal against testing from travelers coming from...
Steven & Coconuttreez frontman and reggae star Tepeng passes away
Steven Nugraha Kaligis AKA Tepeng, the vocalist of reggae band Steven & Coconuttreez, passed away this morning. He was 46 years old.
No, you don’t have to be vaccinated to apply for a driver’s license in Indonesia
While it would be great if more people were vaccinated against COVID-19, Indonesia, in theory, isn’t forcing anyone to get the jab. As such, rumors that the unvaccinated would...
Islamophobia vs Cartoon: Indonesian children’s show ‘Nussa’ accused of promoting Taliban rule
Remember the popular children’s cartoon Nussa, which drew some controversy earlier this year due to allegations of promoting Islamic radicalism? It feels a bit like we hopped on...
‘Gang 35’ suspects behind bars over Father’s Day party
It’s the massive birthday cake for me.
Sabah businesswoman pays the price after lashing out at police on camera
She had to surrender her clothes, phone, car keys, and more.
Teenage girls among 8 arrested in drug-fuelled party in Shah Alam
They were also fined for violating lockdown rules.
11 nabbed after attending viral funeral procession in Penang
Police suspect violation of COVID-19 measures and gang affiliations.
Ex-Indian state minister arrested after allegedly raping Malaysian actress
Shantini Theva alleged that M Manikandan made her pregnant thrice, forced her to get abortions.
Vaccine Express sites offer drive-thru jabs, P500 gas cards
Drivers can show up today and tomorrow, June 22 and 23, at the Cultural Center of the Philippines, for drive-thru vaccines and other incentives.
Duterte vs the ICC: ‘Why would I defend or face an accusation before white people?’
This was his response to ICC prosecutor's announcement on June 14.
New Covid-19 infection rates are down, but the rest of the news isn’t good
The Philippine Department of Health released its latest Covid-19 reports yesterday, June 21, and while the number of new infections is starting to go down, the rest of the numbers...
Duterte says unvaccinated people should be injected with ‘vaccines for pigs, in the a**’
It's just his way of persuading people to get vaccinated, for their own safety.
Face shields are required everywhere (again)
It's been a confusing week for everyone.
Claws out: Animal groups check on House of Seafood’s crabby walk stunt
No crabs were harmed, apparently.
Politician Chee Soon Juan tries his hand at running a cafe
Have a cuppa and a side of political debate with the Singapore Democratic Party’s leader?
Empty BTS meal packaging listed for S$100,000 on Singapore’s Carousell
Will you spend that much for Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook?
PSA video urges Singaporeans to report domestic worker violence
‘Most of us wear a mask to prevent the virus. Some of us wear a mask to conceal the violence.’
Exonerated Indonesian Parti Liyani denied compensation over theft case
She was the first person to apply for such a thing.
Pope prays for peace, calls for ‘humanitarian corridors’ in Myanmar
In a Sunday address at the Vatican, Pope Francis joined calls from Myanmar bishops to allow places of worship to remain “neutral spaces of refuge” and called for the...
Min Aung Hlaing visits Russia after UN calls to ‘prevent flow of arms’ to Myanmar
Junta leader Min Aung Hlaing is currently in Russia for a three-day security conference, according to Myanmar state media, just days after the UN General Assembly passed a...
#FlowerStrike and #RedLipsSpeakTruthtoPower put Myanmar women in the center of the Spring Revolution
On Saturday, supporters of Aung San Suu Kyi in Myanmar and around the world wore flowers to defy the Myanmar military and mark the 76th birthday of deposed State Counselor Aung...
Detained American journalist seen in first court appearance since arrest: Frontier
Frontier Myanmar’s managing editor Danny Fenster appeared yesterday in a special court in Yangon’s notorious Insein Prison where he was charged with incitement under section...
Myanmar goalkeeper famous for three-finger salute seeks asylum in Japan
Myanmar national football team player Pyae Shan Aung, who is in Japan for the 2022 World Cup qualifiers, has refused to return to Myanmar and has expressed his desire to seek...
Food & Drink
Bottled Up: You can now get % Arabica coffee delivered to your door
Kyoto coffee chain % Arabica has been a massive hit since it arrived in Jakarta, and that has meant long lines for anyone eager for a hyped caffeine hit. From now on, however, you...
Lifestyle
Bali’s best: Mandapa and The Legian chosen among Tripadvisor’s top hotels in Asia
Two hotels located in Bali are in the top three in a list of the best hotels in all of Asia.
Steven & Coconuttreez frontman and reggae star Tepeng passes away
Steven Nugraha Kaligis AKA Tepeng, the vocalist of reggae band Steven & Coconuttreez, passed away this morning. He was 46 years old.
Empty BTS meal packaging listed for S$100,000 on Singapore’s Carousell
Will you spend that much for Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook?
Sleep means death for Thai students in new Netflix thriller ‘Deep’
Netflix’s next Thai-language original show is a mystery thriller collab between students and studio veterans that hits the streams next month. A showcase of young talents with a...
Listen to the stories of Indonesian transwomen on CERITRANS arts project starting tomorrow
Transwomen rarely get a fair representation in Indonesian media, and it’s due time that they be given a platform to speak up and tell their stories.
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