The Neighborhood

Where to stroll in a city where ‘nobody wants to walk’

With urban walking gaining recent traction in Jakarta, here are our top five places for taking an idle stroll in the capital.

Arts

Joko Anwar's Leap of Faith

The Indonesian auteur has crafted himself a rich and remarkable filmography. His latest project, Siksa Kubur (Grave Torture), is a prayer of questions and restlessness.

Arts

Immersive Artistry: Exploring architecture and art with Bunga Yuridespita

“Common Sanctum” at the Salihara Art Center is an immersive and delightful sophomore exhibit from the architect-turned-artist.

Culture and Entertainment

‘Mega Mega’, the musical: A triumphant revisiting of a classic

In celebration of Teater Keliling’s 50th anniversary, the revival of the timeless tragicomedy-drama Mega Mega, with all-new original music, perfectly captures the magic of theater in a hilarious, yet moving package.

Culture and Entertainment

Celebrating women on screen and in print

In marking International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8, why not spend the weekend celebrating the strong women and girls around you? Not because we told you to, but because they deserve love, appreciation and empowerment.

Away We Go

Embracing the world at a slower pace

Once a unique choice, more travelers are now choosing more authentic slow travel experiences.

Away We Go

Reimagining travel for a world reopened

It is no longer about mass tourism, but mindful tourism; not about mere sightseeing, but meaningful experiences.

Arts

‘It becomes a part of life’: a dance with Siti Alisa and Josh Marcy

‘We don't talk about specific technical roots anymore, but more about how dance and the body become a medium for artistic creation’ - Josh ‘Not only does the body have to be fit - that's a must - but it must also possess intelligence to articulate a movement and then embody it so that it becomes an expression, and even more.’ - Alisa