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Jakarta 2 months ago

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GBK set for major revamp after takeover of hotel

The government plans to transform Jakarta’s Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Sports Complex into a world-class sports and tourism hub after reclaiming a disputed state-owned plot within the complex that had long been occupied by a commercial hotel.

Jakarta 7 months ago

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Jakarta mulls hosting BTS concert at JIS despite skepticism

Jakarta is weighing plans to host the upcoming BTS concert at a relatively remote stadium in the northern part of the city, a move that has drawn skepticism from fans and observers over the venue’s accessibility and readiness.

Jakarta 1 year ago

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Daytime hustle forces Jakartans to find joy in nighttime workouts

Exercising in the evening may help improve physical and mental health, but working out too hard at nighttime may disrupt one's sleep pattern and quality, experts have warned.

The Neighborhood 1 year ago

The Coffee Run: A third space for every pace

Jakarta’s neighborhood coffee shops are becoming more than caffeine stops. They’re turning into basecamps for the city’s growing running communities.

Society 1 year ago

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Gaming sensation Jagat shifts focus to public good amid vandalism backlash

The treasure-hunting game with rewards that are too good to be true now requires positive contributions to public spaces.

Jakarta 1 year ago

Jagat coin hunters damage GBK facilities

The GBK management asked the Jagat app developer to erase the coin locations from the sports complex.

Sports 1 year ago

Japan hammer Indonesia to edge closer to World Cup spot

Defeat consigned Indonesia to the bottom spot in the group of six, and three points off a coveted top-four spot.

Sports 1 year ago

Japan expect tough Indonesia test with World Cup spot in reach

Indonesia are clear underdogs for Friday's match, sitting in fifth out of six teams in their qualifying group, but they have earned spirited draws against Australia, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.

Sports 2 years ago

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Celebration as Indonesia holds top dog Australia in World Cup qualifier

The Indonesian national soccer team has received wide praise for holding top dog Australia to a draw in its second qualifying match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday night.

Sports 2 years ago

Ryan wary of Indonesia as Australia aim to rebound from Bahrain loss

Japan and Bahrain currently top the standings with three points each while Australia are pointless in the quest for a top two finish in the six-team group that would secure automatic qualification for the finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

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