Weekend Five

Easing into 2026: The soft guide to start being productive again

Tried-and-true methods, new tools and soft structure can help you ease into the new year, no full reinvention required.

Weekend Five

Beyond ballrooms and banquet halls: When the usual wedding venues just don’t feel right

From city halls to fast food restaurants, Jakarta’s young couples are experimenting with smaller, quirkier and way more personal wedding celebrations.

Weekend Five

Phantoms of the metropolitan: Five spooky spots around Jakarta

Urban legends abound in this sprawling city, but some can serve different kinds of horror depending on who’s asking.

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Exquisite and approachable: Five easy French recipes from Indonesian cooks

French food doesn’t have to be complicated, as the Institut Français Indonesia’s French Recipe Competition shows.

Weekend Five

Bedside tech: Five gadgets to monitor how well you rest

From budget bands to high-end rings, sleep tracking has never been more accessible.

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Independence Day games: Why we still play these wild August 17 traditions

These iconic games are more than silly fun, they carry echoes of our fight for freedom.

Weekend Five

Travel tales: Strange stories you didn’t plan for

Adventure, chaos and a ghost or two—these travel story submissions remind us that the most memorable experiences are often the ones you didn’t plan for.

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No stars, no problem: Five places that prove Jakarta is a culinary capital

From award-winning tasting menus to world-ranked cocktails, here’s where Jakarta’s food scene proves it’s playing in the big leagues.

Weekend Five

Cocktails on a budget: DIY drinks to make at home

Feeling under duress of economic crisis and the stress of current events and need a drink? We are compiling a 101 for those who want to still drink at home with bartender-level taste.

Weekend Five

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.

Weekend Five

Pet-friendly cafés: Serving more than just human food

Your pet isn’t just allowed—they’re celebrated. From dog-friendly gelato to cat-approved snacks, these cafés are embracing our four-legged companions.

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The ultimate holiday movie guide for Lebaran 2025

With five movies of diverse genres hitting theaters during Lebaran this year, there’s something for everyone; whether you’re watching with family, friends or just sneaking away for a solo break.

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The underrated single experience: the solo date

The first person you have to love unconditionally is yourself, so why not treat yourself to a solo date?

Weekend Five

The Year of the Wood Snake: Get your fortune on

Business shifts, rumors and career gains: Check out how the stars will align for your Chinese zodiac.

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Wear your Batik: My clothes, my heritage

Wear your culture on your sleeve, literally. While classic batik may sometimes be seen as old-fashioned, these brands are proving it can be upscaled into a contemporary look.