Let’s talk about something delicate; if there is one thing that binds people of all ages and various backgrounds together, it is the feeling of insecurity. This experience has only heightened with the rise of social media, where the number of likes and follows are synonymous with validation from strangers. At this point in time, the feeling has been normalized as human nature, even when it shouldn’t be.
2 days agoThe built environment is a significant contributor to energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and waste generation worldwide, as highlighted by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). With approximately 40 percent of global energy consumption and 30 percent of greenhouse gas emissions attributed to the built environment, addressing these impacts becomes paramount. One notable consequen...
6 days agoAs part of its support for local communities in Bali, Alila Seminyak has entered a partnership with Giving Bag, an award-winning charitable amenity for hotels and brands aiming to make a positive impact for communities in need. ...
6 days agoThis year AIESEC Indonesia once again hosted its annual Youth Speak Forum after a hiatus since 2019. With the theme of Eco-Finance: Discovering Youth-led Green Economy Potential to Make a Positive Impact on Society, the forum took place on March 9, 2024, at Bina Nusantara University.
1 month agoIn recent years, Indonesia's economic development has surged, with a massive influx of foreign investment and local companies actively expanding their global business. However, talent recruitment remains a headache for companies, as it is difficult to find an efficient and intelligent job search and recruitment platform in the market. Most platforms are still focused on job posting and resume downloading, where a job posting can receive hundreds to thousands of resumes in a day, but the vast majority are unqualified, leaving recruitment personnel feeling tired and frustrated. Almost no recruiter will review every single resume, and at the same time, most job seekers never receive any progress feedback. This dilemma has forced the Indonesian recruitment industry to face a new round of innovation and reform.
1 month agoPT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) has organized culinary bazaars at every branch across its 62 branches throughout Indonesia. The event, titled Cici Rosa, or Taste the Products of Mekaar Customers, is an empowerment initiative aimed at creating markets for Mekaar customers’ products. Cici Rosa brings together traders who are Mekaar customers with the surrounding community.
1 month agoThe 20th edition of the largest textile and garment exhibition in Southeast Asia is back at the Jakarta International Expo, organized by Peraga Expo together with the Indonesian Textile Association (API) and several other associations.
1 month agoThe gaming ecosystem in Indonesia has taken center stage as revealed in Unlocking Gamers in Asia Pacific, the latest study by Omnicom Media Group Asia Pacific (OMG APAC), which highlights Indonesia's fervent embrace of mobile gaming to surpass even prominent APAC countries such as Malaysia, China, Thailand and South Korea.
2 months agoThe Rock n’ Run 5K Charity Fun Run, organized by Hard Rock Hotel Bali in November, has successfully raised funds through registration fees and an auction.
2 months agoSofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort was crowned Indonesia's Best MICE Hotel for 2023 at the World MICE Awards, held in February. This recognition highlights the resort's dedication to excellence in hosting meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE).
2 months agoCommemorating World Sleep Day on March 15, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, is proud to announce its latest offerings, a variety of exclusive activities and initiatives, which highlight the importance of healthy sleep habits. Ranging from carefully curated room setups to invigorating wellness sessions and rejuvenating spa treatments, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, remains steadfast in its commitment toward promoting relaxation during this global occasion.
2 months agoThe 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) centered around the theme "Addressing Poverty, Strengthening Institutions, and Financing with a Gender Perspective." The CSW serves as a platform to showcase Indonesia's initiatives and achievements in promoting gender equality, reducing poverty, strengthening financing and institutions with a gender perspective.
2 months agoConrad Bali guests, the hotel’s team members and the public joyfully engaged in a fun and invigorating fitness event titled “Rhythms of Empowerment” as they celebrated International Women’s Day on March 3, at 5 p.m.
2 months agoAlong the idyllic seaside town of Sanur, located on the south of Bali, stands Maya Sanur Resort & Spa, a haven between the lush tropical gardens and the white sandy beach. Additionally, nestled amidst the serene landscapes of Ubud, Maya Ubud Resort & Spa offers another enchanting retreat.
2 months agoMixclub and KTV by Musro made a spirited comeback on March 5, after nine years, with their grand opening event titled “Revived Vibes”.
2 months agoPT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) once again expressed its appreciation for outstanding employees and distinguished customers by offering them pilgrimages through the PNM Employee Reward program. In this latest edition of the program, the winners were given the opportunity to visit Jerusalem as a token of appreciation from the company.
2 months agoNot all artists, especially those in the performing arts, have sufficient capital. So far, access to funding from banks for artists has been limited. The Indonesian Fund disbursed from the Cultural Endowment Fund becomes a solution for them.
2 months agoThe presence of Indonesiana Funds serves as its own motivation for the organizers of the Purbalingga Film Festival. They become more enthusiastic about carrying out the annual agenda to stimulate the creativity of local filmmakers. The allocation of Indonesiana Funds of Rp 2.5 billion per year is managed by them to the best of their ability.
2 months agoAt this year’s State-Owned Enterprises Corporate Communication and Sustainability Summit (BCOMSS), an annual event aimed at encouraging state-owned enterprises to enhance information transparency, State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Minister Erick Thohir presented the 2024 Top Contributor to BUMN for Communications award to Arief Mulyadi, CEO of PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM).
2 months agoNow with five properties strategically located across Indonesia, esteemed Indonesian hospitality brand Padma Hotels is proud to present its latest hotel, located in the heart of Central Java, joining a roster of two properties nestled in Bali’s enchanting landscapes and two in the vistas of West Java.
2 months agoMundiharno, Director of Compliance and Interinstitutional Relations at the Health Care and Social Security Agency (BPJS Kesehatan), shared his experience on how the agency utilizes and develops the national data infrastructure in managing national health insurance (JKN) during a panel discussion at the 17th ISSA International Conference on Information and Communication Technology in Social Security (ICT 2024).
2 months agoJust in time to plan the perfect summer trip, Royal Caribbean International is unveiling three programs, all with different charms that will make for unforgettable trips. Embarking from all parts of the world, each adventure caters to every passenger’s needs and wants. Out of 28 ships around the world, July will see Utopia of the Seas to set sail from Florida, followed by Spectrum of the Seas China Season in April, and Anthem of the Seas from Singapore in November 2024.
2 months agoIndonesia’s national healthcare and social security digital ecosystem, which is managed by BPJS Kesehatan (Healthcare and Social Security Agency), has been recognized for its best practices in social security management. This was revealed during the opening ceremony of the 17th International Conference on Information and Communications Technology in Social Security (ICT 2024) held by the International Social Security Association (ISSA) and BPJS Kesehatan in Nusa Dua, Bali, on Wednesday.
2 months agoAs two countries abundant in critical mineral reserves, Indonesia and Australia have the potential to strengthen their roles in the global supply chain for electric vehicles (EVs) and related environmentally friendly technologies through collaboration.
2 months agoThe Nuanu Social Fund (NSF) has launched an innovative mapping research initiative, entitled "Changemakers in and around Bali" to celebrate leaders in communities that are inspiring the future of Indonesia. The innovators are chosen based on a comprehensive six-month study by the NSF.
2 months agoInvestment realization in Banten increased significantly throughout 2023 compared with the previous year. This westernmost province of Java Island successfully absorbed investments amounting to Rp 103.85 trillion according to data released by the Investment Ministry/BKPM. This figure represents a 29.46 percent annual increase compared with the realization in 2022, which amounted to Rp 80.22 trillion.
2 months agoAs an expression of gratitude to welcome the month of Ramadan, PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) through its PNM Cares program on March 4 conducted simultaneous aid distributions to orphans at 62 PNM branches across Indonesia. More than 3,000 packages were distributed at the branches, while at the PNM headquarters at the PNM Tower, Kuningan, South Jakarta, 200 aid packages were distributed to orphans, all of whom are still in elementary school. This Ramadan Welcoming Thanksgiving activity was a manifestation of PNM's concern for providing benefits to orphans, with the hope that this activity can bring blessings and happiness to them throughout the month of Ramadan.
2 months agoIndosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat or IOH) and Tech Mahindra announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2024 to build Garuda, a large language model (LLM) to preserve the Indonesian language and its dialects.
2 months agoPT Bank Maybank Indonesia, Tbk. (Maybank Indonesia) disclosed its consolidated financial results for the year ending on Dec. 31, 2023, achieving profit before tax (PBT) of Rp 2.35 trillion, marking a robust 15.4 percent increase from Rp 2.04 trillion in the previous year.
2 months agoThe impact of man-made structures on the environment has never been more apparent. As urban landscapes continue to expand, so does their environmental footprint. The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) highlights that the built environment is a major contributor to energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and waste production, with estimates suggesting that 40 percent of global energy consumption and 30 percent of greenhouse gas emissions stem from this sector alone.
2 months agoPadma Hotel Bandung is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the Padma Run Bandung 2024, a remarkable running event that brought together 1,065 enthusiastic runners from 51 cities and 74 running communities. The event, featuring 10K and 5K categories and Kids Dash, not only showcased the spirit of athleticism but also supported the enhancement of SD 188 Bandung Baru state elementary school.
2 months agoRoyal Caribbean International, the world’s largest cruise line and world-renowned sports icon Lionel Messi, The Icon of Icon, officially debuted the all-new Icon of the Seas at a standout naming celebration in Miami.
2 months agoPT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) remains committed to its mission of driving local economic growth and providing direct benefits to the community.
2 months agoLet’s talk about something delicate; if there is one thing that binds people of all ages and various backgrounds together, it is the feeling of insecurity. This experience has only heightened with the rise of social media, where the number of likes and follows are synonymous with validation from strangers. At this point in time, the feeling has been normalized as human nature, even when it shouldn’t be.
2 days agoThe built environment is a significant contributor to energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and waste generation worldwide, as highlighted by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). With approximately 40 percent of global energy consumption and 30 percent of greenhouse gas emissions attributed to the built environment, addressing these impacts becomes paramount. One notable consequence is the urban heat island phenomenon, characterized by heightened temperatures in urban centers compared with surrounding areas, contributing to global warming.
6 days agoAs part of its support for local communities in Bali, Alila Seminyak has entered a partnership with Giving Bag, an award-winning charitable amenity for hotels and brands aiming to make a positive impact for communities in need.
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