People News: Experts, Public Figures, Politicians, & More

Please Update your browser

Your browser is out of date, and may not be compatible with our website. A list of the most popular web browsers can be found below.
Just click on the icons to get to the download page.

Jakarta Post
People

Japan's 'polka dot queen' artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

The "polka dot queen" channeled hallucinations and battles with mental health into vibrant art featuring her trademark dots, nets and infinity motifs over a career spanning decades and continents.

5 days ago
People

Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80

It was her ability to stay true to her roots, combined with her drive to work hard and her nonpartisanship, that fueled her appeal among conservatives and liberals in a politically polarized America. ...

6 days ago
People premium

Saparinah Sadli: A century of curiosity, courage and conviction

A scholar, activist and mentor to generations of women, Indonesia’s pioneer of gender studies remains an enduring force for women’s rights and social justice. ...

1 week ago

The Latest

People

Barbra Streisand makes George Floyd's 6-year-old daughter Disney stockholder

Barbra Streisand made George Floyd’s 6-year-old daughter Gianna a shareholder of Disney after giving her stocks of the entertainment company.

6 years ago
People

Actress' comments reignite long debate on racism in Mexico

"How dark! No! How ugly!" a Mexican social media star exclaimed after accidentally using a filter that darkened her face during a live broadcast on Instagram.

6 years ago
People

Beyoncé to Class of 2020: Make them see you

The Class of 2020 saw its academic journey culminate amid challenging and unprecedented circumstances.

6 years ago
People

Queen marks official birthday with scaled-back parade at Windsor

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her official birthday on Saturday in subdued style, with a scaled down version of the traditional "Trooping the Colour" ceremony due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

6 years ago
People

Protests show 'progress' on diversity, says 'Star Trek' icon Takei

George Takei, the pioneering Asian American "Star Trek" actor and LGBTQ icon, said massive anti-racism protests this month show the US is "making progress" on diversity, but warned the pandemic is renewing deep-rooted prejudices.

6 years ago
People

Tracee Ellis Ross sings for the first time, breaks out of mom Diana Ross' shadow

Originally meant as a theatrical release, but debuted as a premium VOD release because of the coronavirus pandemic, "The High Note" stars Tracee as Grace Davis, a superstar singer.

6 years ago
People

Stormzy pledges 10 million pounds to black causes over the next decade

British rapper Stormzy said on Thursday he will donate 10 million pounds over the course of a decade to causes that empower black people.

6 years ago
People

One is online: Queen joins first official video call

Queen Elizabeth II has kept up with technology throughout her reign, and on Thursday made her debut on a digital platform that has become ubiquitous during the coronavirus outbreak -- the video conference call.

6 years ago
People

Taylor Swift stresses importance of voting to fight police brutality, racism

Pop star Taylor Swift spoke up about how racial injustice is deeply ingrained in the government, which is why people’s votes are crucial in fighting racism in the United States.

6 years ago
People

Belgian party prince fined for breaking lockdown in Spain

Belgian prince Joachim has been fined 10,400 euros ($11,800) in Spain for violating lockdown rules on a trip to the Andalusian city of Cordoba, a government official told AFP on Wednesday.

6 years ago
People

Dalai Lama announces new album of mantras and teachings

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama will release his debut album, Inner World, on July 6 to coincide with his 85th birthday.

6 years ago
People

J.K. Rowling says she is survivor of sexual assault

"Harry Potter" author JK Rowling revealed on Wednesday she is a survivor of domestic abuse and sexual assault.

6 years ago
People

Britain's Prince Philip turns 99 in lockdown

Queen Elizabeth II's husband Prince Philip marks his 99th birthday on Wednesday, with the royal couple still in lockdown due to the coronavirus outbreak.

6 years ago
People

Bon Appetit top editor resigns amid discrimination outcry

The editor-in-chief of Bon Appetit has resigned amid scandal over a photo that showed him wearing brownface as the food magazine faces criticism over treatment of employees of color.

6 years ago
People

US prosecutors reject claim Prince Andrew cooperating in Epstein probe

American prosecutors accused Britain's Prince Andrew on Monday of falsely claiming he has made repeated offers to help their investigation into late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

6 years ago
People

David Beckham reportedly in talks with Netflix, BBC for his own cooking show

Football legend David Beckham is reportedly in talks with Netflix and the BBC over a new cooking show, after brushing up on his culinary skills under lockdown in his family's country retreat.

6 years ago
People

J.K. Rowling faces backlash again over 'anti-trans' tweets

"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling sparked outrage online from fans and members of the LGBT+ community again on Sunday after a string of tweets accused of being transphobic at a time when protests over inequality are raging globally.

6 years ago
People

Reunion of Indonesian nanny and Taiwanese woman inspires man’s search for his former nanny

Inspired by a recent story of a Taiwanese student reuniting with her former Indonesian nanny, 27-year-old Taiwanese man Chan Kuo Ting has started an online search for his own former Indonesian nanny with the help of social media.

6 years ago
People

Gran Theft Auto: Finger flexes keep 90-year-old gamer console-ready

Every day, 90-year-old Japanese grandma Hamako Mori flexes her fingers to keep them nimble. Not for knitting or needlepoint, but to keep them in shape for playing video games.

6 years ago
People

'We need to stand united', climate activist Thunberg tells US protesters

The US struggle for racial justice after the police killing of George Floyd is part of the fight against climate change and for social justice that unites us all, teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg said.

6 years ago
People

Cate Blanchett in chainsaw accident at UK home

Double Oscar winner Cate Blanchett has revealed she had a lucky escape after suffering a cut to the head following a chainsaw accident at her home in southern England.

6 years ago
People

Black lives matter says Meghan, calling US events 'devastating'

Meghan, Britain's Duchess of Sussex, has spoken about events following the death of George Floyd saying she was sorry that children had to grow up in a world where racism still existed and that current events in the United States were "devastating".

6 years ago
People

'Queer Eye' star Karamo Brown calls on LGBT+ community to out racism

With protests over racial injustice continuing to roil the United States, Karamo Brown has called on LGBT+ people to recognize the racism and transphobia in the community, and remember the radical roots of the gay rights movement.

6 years ago
People

Healthcare staff win top Spain prize for 'spirit of sacrifice'

Spain's healthcare workers won the prestigious Princess of Asturias prize Wednesday, with the jury hailing their "heroic spirit of sacrifice" in risking their own lives in the frontline fight against COVID-19.

6 years ago
People

Malaysian beauty queen sorry over racist US protest remarks

A Malaysian beauty queen has apologized after her comments that black people should "relax" in response to raging US protests against police racism sparked an online outcry, including condemnation from "Crazy Rich Asians" actor Henry Golding.

6 years ago
People

Camila Cabello opens up about constant struggle with OCD

Because of her condition, the 23-year-old pop star has had to put up with chronic headaches, sleepless nights, and “constant, unwavering and relentless anxiety that made day-to-day life painfully hard.” 

6 years ago
People

Humorous, localized tweets from Super Junior's Siwon charm netizens

Super Junior's Choi Siwon often uses Indonesian to charm his fans in the country. 

6 years ago
People

MMA's Angela Lee slams online bullying after TV star's death

MMA fighter Angela Lee urged social media users to "think twice before you speak" after the death of a young wrestler and TV star who was targeted by online abuse.

6 years ago
People

Families are major source of abuse for gay women, trans people, report says

Family members are often the main perpetrators of abuse against lesbians, bisexual women and transgender people.

6 years ago
People

NBA great Michael Jordan speaks out on death of George Floyd: 'We have had enough'

Basketball great Michael Jordan voiced outrage on Sunday over the death of George Floyd.

6 years ago
Page: 38

Today's ePost

Tue, September 1, 2026

Your Opinion Matters

Share your experiences, suggestions, and any issues you've encountered on The Jakarta Post. We're here to listen.

Enter at least 30 characters
0 / 30

Thank You

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We appreciate your feedback.