Stake in Indonesia’s Widi Reserve islands up for auction by Sotheby’s, but environmentalists have concerns

Stake in Indonesia's Widi Reserve islands up for auction by Sotheby's, but environmentalists have concerns

“The opportunity of a lifetime awaits,” declares the Sotheby’s auction page, next to a photo of lush green atolls surrounded by white sand beaches and turquoise blue sea.  The Widi Reserve is a stunning, currently uninhabited archipelago in eastern Indonesia consisting of about 100 islands in a 315,000-hectare Marine Protected Area.  According to Sotheby’s, it is “one of … Read more

Indonesian Embassy hosts event to promote Korean tourists to North Sulawesi

A traditional Indonesian dance is performed with tools used by people in North Sulawesi Province at the Indonesian ambassador’s residence in Seoul, Tuesday. (Kim Hae-yeon/ The Korea Herald) The Indonesian Embassy held a diplomatic reception Tuesday at the residence of the Indonesian ambassador to Korea in Seoul, showcasing the culture and tourism of North Sulawesi … Read more

Design Trends Since the Global Pandemic

With our 98th edition focused on design trends, Indonesia Design (iD) sought out leading designers from all disciplines to consider what’s next for their industry. Since the global pandemic unravelled across the world there has been much upheaval and uncertainty. As we pivoted towards new ways of working and living, we looked to designers to … Read more

Concerts and shows in KL we look forward to in 2023

This year has seen an influx of live concerts and shows return to Malaysian shores, and now, we’re excited about what 2023 might have in store for us. Read on to discover about all the must-see concerts set to show in KL in 2023.  As we bid a (hopefully) permanent farewell to virtual events, more … Read more

AirAsia pushes on with new subscription products under SUPER+

AirAsia is taking its subscription product SUPER+ worldwide with two options open for subscribers. Subscribers can choose SUPER+ Lite, which covers all ASEAN countries, while the SUPER+ Premium provides access to all countries operated by the AirAsia airline group Amanda Woo, CEO of AirAsia Super App said that the app provides a unique opportunity … Read more

BBC reveals 100 Women list 2022 including Thai rapper, Milli, Indonesian activist, Velmariri Bambari and Greenlandic psychologist, Naja Lyberth

A number of women from the APAC region have been included in the BBC’s list of 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world for 2022. Image: BBC BBC 100 Women has announced its 2022 list of the 100 most inspiring and influential women from around the world on which a number of women … Read more