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Adulthood, in installments: The hidden cost of keeping things together

Warm Takes 2 weeks ago

Adulthood, in installments: The hidden cost of keeping things together

Nobody warned us that grown-up life would have to be held together by a stack of small monthly charges.

Making democracies work for the betterment of youth

Academia 2 months ago

Making democracies work for the betterment of youth

As the leaders of the world's largest and third-largest democracies meet in Jakarta, the ultimate success of the Prabowo-Modi summit hinges not on traditional diplomacy, but on how effectively they can unlock the economic powerhouse of their combined 485 million youth.

Our second Instagram account is the real one

FEATURES 4 months ago

Our second Instagram account is the real one

In an act of rebellion against overexposure and performative social media, Gen Z are turning to smaller, controlled spaces on social media where they can be their authentic selves.

Consumption is picking up, stability is yet to follow

Economy 8 months ago

Consumption is picking up, stability is yet to follow

The past three years show that Indonesia’s consumption has moved through distinct phases, shaped not only by how much people spend, but by how they choose to spend it.

Measly pay rises drive young Indonesians into second jobs

Economy 9 months ago

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Measly pay rises drive young Indonesians into second jobs

For many workers, one income stream is not enough to cover rising living costs and ensure financial stability.

The case for Gen Z: What we want isn’t much, it’s realistic

FEATURES 9 months ago

The case for Gen Z: What we want isn’t much, it’s realistic

Blamed for being entitled, praised for being bold, Gen Z is just trying to survive in the grim economy they inherited.

Thailand's ex-PM Paetongtarn quits as party leader

Asia & Pacific 10 months ago

Thailand's ex-PM Paetongtarn quits as party leader

Paetongtarn, 39, served less than a year as prime minister before being sacked by a court in August over an ethics breach related to her handling of a border dispute with Cambodia.

The narrative battle of youths for Indonesia’s future

Academia 10 months ago

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The narrative battle of youths for Indonesia’s future

On social media, the riots were remembered less for their casualties or property damage than for the narratives that crystallized around them.

Affan’s tragedy reveals that millions of young Indonesians remain expendable

Academia 11 months ago

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Affan’s tragedy reveals that millions of young Indonesians remain expendable

Development plans like the Long-term National Development Plan (RJPN) 2025-2045 often frame young people as economic and state instruments, valued for future productivity and conformity to state-approved personas.

Nightlife's healthier makeover

Editorial 1 year ago

Nightlife's healthier makeover

The growing focus on healthier living is evident among Gen Z and millennials across Jakarta and the Asia-Pacific region, with more in this demographic choosing to spend their nights at gyms or stadiums rather than bars and amusement centers.

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