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Beyond Valentine: Why chocolate is becoming more of a luxury

Aqraa Sagir

Valentine’s may bring a two-day spike. But the real story for chocolatiers is what happens the other 363 days.

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Is Hyrox just Jakarta’s next fitness obsession?

Aqraa Sagir

Packed classes and waiting lists suggest another fitness boom as Hyrox arrives in the capital, but is this a long-term shift or just the next checkbox to mark off?

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Inside the blind box economy: Why we can’t stop unboxing

Sheena Suparman

Once a childhood ritual, blind boxes have become a multi-billion-dollar industry built on anticipation and nostalgia, but will we keep buying into the thrill?

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Good by design: What happens when purpose shapes the business model

Adelia Anjani Putri

From food to beauty to waste, these companies show that impact doesn’t have to come after profit.

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Uniquely yours: Jakarta weddings are getting smaller and more personal

Aqraa Sagir

Forget the 3,000-guest ballroom blowouts, couples today are curating something a little more intimate.

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Fantasy in the flesh: Inside Indonesia’s booming costume economy

Aqraa Sagir

From anime icons to Halloween commissions, Indonesia’s costume makers are turning play into profession.

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Smaller, smarter: The new economics of Gen Z homes

Aqraa Sagir

As housing costs rise, compact design, community access and creative financing are redefining what it means to own a home.

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From mattresses to melatonin: The sleep economy is booming

Sheena Suparman

The wellness industry has turned bedtime into big business, but can you actually buy good sleep?

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Cashing in on padel: The new courtside economy of Jakarta

Aqraa Sagir

The city can’t get enough of padel. But with courts mushrooming across the capital, there lies a billion rupiah question: Is it worth the bet?

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Inside the declutter economy: The business of sparking joy

Sheena Suparman

Jakarta’s growing decluttering industry isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about control, clarity and the emotional weight of stuff.

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Summit fever: Why more Indonesians are reaching for the peak

Aqraa Sagir

From Merbabu to Rinjani, local gear brands and trip organizers are making Indonesia’s mountains feel closer than ever.

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Beyond galleries: Inside Jakarta’s thriving indie art markets

Aqraa Sagir

Jakarta’s indie art fairs aren’t just pop-ups, they’re fueling a new creative economy.

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Meet the new influencers of the AI era

Aqraa Sagir

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been behind the scenes of digital marketing for years, but now it’s stepping into the spotlight as the face of your favorite brands.

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The silver generation is rising

Michelle Anindya

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

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Trendy tabletop: Board game cafés are your next favorite third space

Aqraa Sagir

Ditch the gadgets and grab a pair of dice: Jakarta’s board game cafés are the perfect place to play, strategize and unwind.