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To live forever online

As our lives become increasingly digital, what happens to our online selves after we die? Who gets to decide what to preserve, what to protect and what to let go?

To live forever online

Too old for what, exactly?

In a world obsessed with youth, what does it really mean to be "too old"?

Too old for what, exactly?

Living for a show

Always buying stuff you don’t need? It might not be your fault—and that’s exactly where change can begin.

Living for a show

Sorry, not sorry: Mind, body and soul

What to do when forgiving and being forgiven stops being a sincere tradition and starts becoming a generic template?

Sorry, not sorry: Mind, body and soul

Fighting the algorithm

Social media is designed to be addictive, drowning users with content that could damage our mental health. So, how can we fight algorithms?

Fighting the algorithm

The rise of local content: Can Indonesian films take the global stage?

With mysticism, folklore and unique storytelling, Indonesia has all the right ingredients for international success in cinema. But what do we need to make more than just viral hits?

The rise of local content: Can Indonesian films take the global stage?

The mother load: The weight of motherhood

Motherhood is a relentless, full-time job with no pause button—so why does society still expect it to be a one-person job?

The mother load: The weight of motherhood

On being the world’s ‘most generous country’

Indonesia may be the world’s most generous country, but can we better channel this spirit of giving to create a greater impact?

On being the world’s ‘most generous country’

Brave new beginnings

Meet four inspiring individuals who left behind comfort and certainty to embrace change and rewrite the next chapter of their lives.

Brave new beginnings

The Jakarta Post’s Most-Read Articles of 2024

A year in review, from a viral emergency warning to Indonesia's first medal at this year's Olympics, 2024 hasn't been dull.

The Jakarta Post’s Most-Read Articles of 2024

From political upheavals and climate catastrophes to unexpected triumphs and moments of resilience, 2024 was a year of extremes.

Stuck in the middle: The second child identity

Often overshadowed and overlooked, middle children ruminate on what it means to always be in between.

Stuck in the middle: The second child identity

Smart Cities: For Whom?

As Indonesia’s cities embrace high-tech living, smart city initiatives promise efficiency—but we need to stay vigilant about who truly benefits.

Smart Cities: For Whom?

'Mom, I'm tired. Can I sleep in your house tonight?'

Living paycheck to paycheck while splurging on coffee and online shopping: Welcome to the Gen Z financial balancing act, where surviving and “living” aren’t always the same thing.

'Mom, I'm tired. Can I sleep in your house tonight?'

Indonesian women artists transcend compliance

Once compliant in their silence but persistent in their hard work, Indonesian women artists have since broken through societal and artistic barriers to reshape the nation’s art scene.

Indonesian women artists transcend compliance

Making it easy to eat your greens

By combining innovative techniques and authentic local flavors, one start-up is making Indonesian plant-based food both accessible and delicious.

Making it easy to eat your greens

Indonesians’ not-so-secret love affair with sambal

Sambal isn’t just a fiery condiment in Indonesia: It is a way of life, deeply rooted in our nation’s diverse cultures.

Indonesians’ not-so-secret love affair with sambal

The Thin Obsession

In a society where “Kok gendutan?” is as common as “Kapan kawin?”, is it really surprising that thousands are chasing the dream of being thin by following the latest fad diets and trying various weight loss drugs—sometimes at a dangerous cost?

The Thin Obsession

AI & us: Navigating tomorrow’s workplace

Today’s artificial intelligence tools are a mere tip of the iceberg as we meander into the uncharted territory of an AI-powered future workplace.

AI & us: Navigating tomorrow’s workplace

Are the kids alright? The Gen Alpha question

What do we make of the hyperconnected, easily bored, highly curious generation that is set to become the largest in history?

Are the kids alright? The Gen Alpha question

The Weekend Digest

Sculptures and selfies: Scenes from Art Jakarta Gardens 2025

Sculptures and selfies: Scenes from Art Jakarta Gardens 2025

Art Jakarta Gardens returned to Hutan Kota by Plataran, Central Jakarta, for its fourth edition from April 22 to 27, offering the metropolitan’s art aficionados a curated collection of contemporary art amid an urban garden setting.

Into the depths: Omara Esteghlal's beast of burden

Culture and Entertainment

Into the depths: Omara Esteghlal's beast of burden

Pengepungan di Bukit Duri (The Siege at Thorn High) might trigger tough conversations. But for actor Omara Esteghlal, the tougher the role, the better.

ID, please: Inside Jakarta’s under-30 spots

The Neighborhood

ID, please: Inside Jakarta’s under-30 spots

Prosperity And Progress

Beyond billions: Building a legacy with family offices

Beyond billions: Building a legacy with family offices

Indonesia is betting big on family offices to keep fortunes close and legacies even closer. But do we have what it takes?

The silver generation is rising

The silver generation is rising

Aging is inevitable. The question is whether industries are ready for it.

Beyond bloodlines: Surviving the third-generation curse

Beyond bloodlines: Surviving the third-generation curse

Life

Blood, sweat and tears: The process of perimenopause

Blood, sweat and tears: The process of perimenopause

Perimenopause is a drawn-out, shape-shifting chapter that asks women to endure and adapt, and we need to talk about it more.

The Wellness Stack: Five popular supplements

The Wellness Stack: Five popular supplements

We examine five of the more popular supplements today, check the research on them and consult with a doctor.

Pet-friendly cafés: Serving more than just human food

Pet-friendly cafés: Serving more than just human food