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Lifestyle 7 years ago

Tips for choosing & financing a new smartphone

Buying a new smartphone can break the bank, but it doesn't have to.

Health 7 years ago

More support needed for rape victims

Society and the government need to be kinder and more supportive to rape survivors.

Lifestyle 7 years ago

How I went from being a rape victim to a survivor

I was raped at a very young age; so young that I cannot remember exactly how old I was.

Lifestyle 8 years ago

The rights to be left-handed

Left-handers have long been “oppressed” by circumstances.

Health 8 years ago

Warning signs of suicide and how you should respond

People with suicidal thoughts often go under the radar. Learn the warning signs.

Health 8 years ago

One life lost is one too many: Understanding suicide

The more we talk about suicide to try and understand it, the more we become aware of the need t...

Books 8 years ago

Why literature needs more minority authors

Criticism that favoring minority authors because of their heritage is biased is missing the point.

Health 8 years ago

The ABCs of hepatitis prevention and treatment

Despite incredible milestones against several devastating diseases, we are seeing an alarming i...

Lifestyle 8 years ago

What does France's World Cup win mean for immigrants?

France’s victory has thus placed immigration at center stage at a time of rising xen...

Lifestyle 8 years ago

Are student loans an investment?

How to decide whether taking out a student loan is right for you.

Youth 8 years ago

Jack of all trades, master of none

It might sound silly to decide your life path by focusing on how people will see you, but if you had...

Lifestyle 8 years ago

Indonesian writers go freelance to find freedom in changing industry

Journalists are increasingly becoming self-employed content creators or editors.

Entertainment 8 years ago

Putting the 'fun' in dysfunctional: A look at sitcom families

There is no longer as much of a focus on having that perfect family as there once was, and that&rsqu...

Books 8 years ago

Voltaire's 'Candide': Questioning our blind worldviews in the political context

Voltaire's canonical work is as relevant today as it was in the 17th century.

Art & Culture 8 years ago

Yayoi Kusama: A history of art and mental illness

Kusama's pieces, like the works of many artists before her, are the product of a long struggle w...

Entertainment 8 years ago

Creating healthier film ecosystem in Indonesia

The quality of Indonesian movies screened at theaters during the Idul Fitri holidays has disappointe...

News 8 years ago

2018 Asian Games: Time for Indonesia to shine

Indonesia will welcome around 15,000 athletes and distinguished delegates from 45 OCA member nations...

Health 8 years ago

How to support your mental health by keeping a journal

A journal allows you to have a conversation with your inner self and discuss even the deep secrets y...

Art & Culture 8 years ago

Smart's East-meets-West immersive puppetry exhibits delight in Bali

The most delightful aspects of Smart’s work are the opportunities for audience interaction&nbs...

Lifestyle 8 years ago

Selfie journalism and the lemons of live Instagram

There is more to social media than selfies and food porn.

Environment 8 years ago

491 years old Jakarta: An age for environmental health

Now that Jakarta is turning 491, it's time for the city to take care of its environment.

Science & Tech 8 years ago

5 apps for better mental health

Using these apps can bring more positivity into your own life and let you take control of your menta...

Environment 8 years ago

Fighting plastic pollution through small steps

The fight against plastic waste starts from the small, menial things.

Entertainment 8 years ago

Ocean's 8: The importance of an all-female main cast

The main selling point of the movie is the dynamics of its female characters. Crime heist movies wit...

Books 8 years ago

Squabbling over 'Bumi Manusia' film shows low literacy

The problematic plan to adapt the famous novel Bumi Manusia (Earth of Mankind) into a film and the e...

Parents 8 years ago

How to start teaching children about sex

The taboos surrounding sex education is should be eliminated as soon as possible.

Lifestyle 8 years ago

Stop victim blaming: Via Vallen is every one of us

On social media, Via Vallen's story is met with two contrasts: those who applaud her for speakin...

Books 8 years ago

Unravelling Kartini's story and thoughts

Kartini is more than just a one-dimensional figure. Her story and legacy deserve to be celebrated ev...

Lifestyle 8 years ago

History of Bali dogs

The Bali dog is heralded as a symbol of heritage by local activists and rescuers alike.

Tips 8 years ago

Essential travel guide to Komodo Island

Heading to Komodo Island? Check out this guide on how to get there, what to do and where to go....

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