Two girls, two worlds, but one message from Indonesian cinema
One grew up in 1960s Surabaya, the other was born on Mars; both have something to teach us about facing an uncertain world with open arms.
Aqraa Sagir
The need to read: Why Jakartans are going back to bookstores
As reading enthusiasm rises, bookstores are turning into the city’s community-driven third spaces.
Is Hyrox just Jakarta’s next fitness obsession?
Packed classes and waiting lists suggest another fitness boom as Hyrox arrives in the capital, but is this a long-term shift or just the next checkbox to mark off?
Beyond Valentine: Why chocolate is becoming more of a luxury
Valentine’s may bring a two-day spike. But the real story for chocolatiers is what happens the other 363 days.
Indonesia’s volunteering paths: Where small acts lead to big change
Want to volunteer but not sure where to begin? These communities offer meaningful ways to turn good intentions into everyday action.