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From commercial to residential, Alam Sutera welcomes 2026 with new real estate offerings

With the new year close in sight, Indonesians are beginning a new chapter to reorganize their priorities. Whether that be finding comfort with their respective families or advancing their careers, new spaces can allow that change as we enter into 2026.

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Driven by TikTok trends, new beauty brands target children

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Saudi opens doors to all Indonesian travelers

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Local enthusiasts still keeping flame of '90s Tamiya racing fever

Three decades have passed since the Japanese toy manufacturer released its iconic four-wheeled drive model car, yet everyone from the current generation to adults are keeping the tracks hot.

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An Indonesian coffee chain tries its luck in Tokyo's center of hip culture and new trends.

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Indonesia's Peter Pan: Ziggy Z delivers dark subjects with a child's eye

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Jeff Goldblum takes to catwalk for Prada in Milan

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No fakes, just rentals: How young Indonesians sport luxury bags without breaking the bank

Designer bag rental services are emerging as an affordable way to keep up with mercurial fashion trends.

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Twitter back in Nigeria after seven-month blackout

Twitter was accessible in Nigeria on Thursday after the government lifted a seven-month ban on the social media giant for deleting a tweet by President Muhammadu Buhari.

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From British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to reality TV star Kim Kardashian, the Dutch royals and now tennis superstar Novak Djokovic, a slew of politicians and celebrities have found themselves in hot water over COVID rules. 

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Designer couple Sebastian Gunawan and Christina Panarese launch new ethereal collection

Teaming up with wife Christina Panarese, Indonesian designer Sebastian Gunawan launches ‘The Fairies’ Ball’ collection inspired by the magical creature.

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In Liberia, abandoned hotel stands as symbol of haunted past

Towering above Liberia's ramshackle capital Monrovia stands a hotel that once symbolised an African dream yet today lies in ruins, a legacy of brutal conflict.

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Japan firefighter punished for YouTube side hustle

A Japanese firefighter moonlighting as a gaming YouTuber had cold water poured on his career by public officials who uncovered his secret side hustle.

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A luxury resort built upon Sanur’s personal style

Andaz Bali takes inspiration from traditional Balinese traditions and aesthetic.

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Spirit doll craze: Just a trend, or something else?

The sudden boom in collecting spirit dolls among local celebrities may confound many, but two experts offer their scientific insights on what could be behind the trend.

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Work(out) from home: Pandemic fuels online exercise boom

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Beauty is only skin deep in China 'micro-procedure' craze

Already popular in the West, micro-procedures -- from laser facials and fillers to thread lifts -- are fast becoming the norm in China's cities. 

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The Cocktail Club makes a case for relaxed drinking and the joys of whiskey

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Melania Trump to auction off hat, NFT from Macron visit

The three "important one-of-a-kind signed items" commemorate an April 2018 state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to Washington -- the first of the Trump presidency.

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Looking good: Indonesian men celebrate skin care

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Husband goes viral for wishing wife happy birthday on giant billboards

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Sweet South-Korean import: Understanding 'dalgona' candy’s popularity in Indonesia

A South-Korean treat and game finds popularity globally, including here, after featuring on Netflix's 'Squid Game'

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From the ashes: Historic Sarinah to make comeback

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Hunger Tales: Art inspired by Indonesia’s food supply crisis

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Ronaldo statue kicks up a fuss in India's Goa

A statue of Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has caused a stir in Goa, with locals accusing officials of insensitivity for honouring a sports star from the region's former colonial power.

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