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Behind the Proclamation of Indonesia’s Independence
Proclamation: We the people of Indonesia hereby declare the independence of Indonesia. Matters concerning the transfer of power, etc., will be carried out in a conscientious manner and as speedily as possible. Djakarta, 17 August 1945. In the name of the people of Indonesia, Soekarno – Hatta. The red-and-white flag, ‘Sang Merah Putih’, was raised
Sustainable Forests are a Must for Indonesia and the Planet
“Sustainable forest management is the stewardship and use of forests and forest lands in a way, and at a rate, that maintains their biodiversity, productivity, regeneration capacity, vitality and their potential to fulfil, now and in the future, relevant ecological, economic and social functions, at local, national, and global levels, and that does not cause
Leon Goldstein is Jakarta’s Newest Dining and Lifestyle Playground
South Jakarta’s dining and lifestyle scene welcome a brand-new addition with the opening of Leon Goldstein, a hybrid bistro complete with a bespoke coffee shop and cocktail bar. Located at Jalan Wijaya I No. 25, Leon Goldstein boasts a laidback yet tasteful design with a family-friendly personality. “Leon Goldstein is our newest venture in Jakarta’s ever-growing
The Bali Island Stand-Up Paddleboard Around Bali Challenge
“I Wanted Freedom, Open Air, And Adventure. I Found It On The Sea.” – Alain Gerbeault We at NOW! Media are huge fans of the Coral Triangle Centre in Bali’s amazing efforts to preserve the oceans, so when we saw this idea we have to tell you about it and encourage you to support them in
Dr. Meryl “Mimi” Kallman: The Doctor That’s Gone ‘Viral’
She could be a doctor in the USA, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, or anywhere else in the world, but Dr. Meryl “Mimi” Kallman chose Indonesia 15 years ago and has never looked back. Dr. Meryl came to Indonesia following her experience volunteering in rural India with a focus on infectious viral diseases, and in
Noni Purnomo: New Visions for Blue Bird Group
We asked some serious business leaders to look post-pandemic, to the future of the country: now pushing forward with its key role in G20, the major move of the business community through B20, to the rapid development of the crypto currencies and NFT markets, to the looming expansion of the Metaverse, the continued China-US tensions, and the
Ashley NewAir Menteng Opens with a Clean-Air Hospitality Concept in Central Jakarta
On 17 December 2025, Ashley Hotel Group officially opened its first clean-air concept property, Ashley NewAir Menteng. The establishment of this hotel marks as a direct response to the growing urban concerns while introducing a different way to stay in one of the capital’s most established districts. In a city where air quality increasingly shapes
Adopting A Better Normal
British Chamber of Commerce Chairman, Ainsley Mann, talks to NOW! Jakarta about the current state of affairs for British companies amidst the pandemic as well as his thoughts on the crisis. Do you think that Jakarta was prepared for yet another crisis? If not what should the authorities have done but didn’t? Was anyone really
The Art of Housekeeping
During self-isolation, who would have thought that cleaning the house will be a therapeutic and soothing ritual to curb with the stress? Psychologists have the answer. Photo by Austrian National Library on Unsplash It’s been months since people sheltering at home, spending most of our time in the house doing everything as we all know that
Save Now, Stay Later: Indulgence Awaits at The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa Bali
Reserve a holiday now at the luxurious The Laguna Resort & Spa Bali at an amazing rate, and stay any time before May 2021. Photos courtesy of The Laguna, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa Nestled on the white-sand shores of Nusa Dua, The Laguna, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa Bali has long presented
Avoiding The Old Normal
Photo by Josh Rose on Unsplash/NOWJAKARTA Alistair Speirs returns, this time talking about how to avoid going back to the old normal amidst a society boasting about embracing the new one while still clinging to the old ways of doing things whether they realise it or not.
Ismaya’s Restaurants, Cafe & Bars are Back on Service
Ismaya Group, the umbrella company for popular culinary destinations in Jakarta welcomes guests after months of hiatus during large-scale social restrictions. Photo courtesy of Ismaya/NOW!JAKARTA After three months of temporary closing on their dine-in service, Ismaya Group finally reopened its restaurants, cafes, bars, and lounges as the city government allowed culinary establishments in the city to operate
