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Be A New Human in the New Normal
Celebrating Eid al-Fitr amidst the coronavirus pandemic actually becomes a momentum for Muslims to show the true character of piety. Photo by Ricardo Gomez Angel on Unsplash/NOW!JAKARTA This year, Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr has a deeper meaning because it is carried out in the midst of the Covid-19 outbreak. Self-quarantine limits social and physical activities in such a way
Redesigning Tourist Village: Necessary or Not?
The worldwide outbreak of Covid-19 has brought the world to a standstill, and tourism has been the worst affected of all major economic sectors. Many operators and tourism industry players have started and been preparing to redesign their business when the pandemic ends. NOW!JAKARTA A tourist village or rural tourism is a way to improve the
Designs for Care
Indonesia has called for Indonesia’s communities and various circles to effectively hand in hand deal with the health crisis during the coronavirus outbreak. Photos courtesy of Photos Indonesian Alliance of Industrial Product Designers/NOWJAKARTA A group of product designers join hands in the face of the deadly novel coronavirus pandemic by generating some product ideas, particularly in
Coronavirus: Practicing Green Ramadan? Here’s What You Can Do during The Month
This year’s Ramadan is very different due to Covid-19 global pandemic and the social isolation/regulation. Restaurants, cafes and other eateries have been ordered to only open delivery services or shut their doors and mosques have advised Muslims to pray at home to maintain physical and social distancing practices. But amidst this crisis situation, Muslims can
Achieving the Victory Amidst the Coronavirus Outbreak
This is a special time for Muslims to light up their own homes with more worship, reflect on themselves and do the good deeds during self-quarantine and isolation to reach true victory on Eid al-Fitr and be ready to become new human beings. Unsplash/NOW!JAKARA Ramadan is the most special month for Muslims. A holy month
William Wongso’s Cooking at Home: Tips & Tricks!
Indonesian renowned chef and culinary expert, William W. Wongso at his office. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA As we all try to deal with the current coronavirus crisis, we find our regular routines completely altered and disrupted. Quarantines, office and mall closures and social distancing are keeping people at home to slow the spread of the disease. One
Bank Sampah Bersinar: Trash for Gold
It’s not just about educating people to be aware of where their garbage ends; it’s about realising that proper waste management can be a blessing for the community. Photo courtesy of Bank Sampah Bersinar/NOW!JAKARTA There are many waste banks in Indonesia, and these are much needed to overcome national waste issues. In Bandung, for instance,
Bandung’s Creative Sites
Bandung’s young blood never ceases to express themselves through creativity. Photos courtesy of Janita Ekaniana, Bandung Cultural and Tourism Office, NuArt Sculpture Park, Floria Zulvi/NOWJAKARTA The city that’s always passionate about presenting its creativity in every corner leaves such a good impression on travellers. Bandung’s image as a creative city has been embedded in the memory
The Activation of Integrated Crisis Centre for the Tourism-Creative Economy Sector
The Ministry of Tourism and Economy Creative has activated an integrated crisis centre as a lane of communication and education for people to suppress the impact of Covid-19 for tourism and economy creative industry. Photo courtesy of Communication Bureau of Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy/NOW!JAKARTA According to the Ministry of Tourism and Economy Creative’s Spokesperson
Indonesia’s Finest Tea
The presence of Savis Tea was driven by Lily Gunawan's desire for Indonesia’s premium tea to become a host in its own country,. Photos courtesy of Savis Tea/NOWJAKARTA The artisan tea products that combines tradition, art and technology to support a natural and healthy lifestyle. Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world next to
The Story of Doctor Debryna Dewi Lumanaw
From Wisma Atlet hospitals, Doctor Debryna Dewi Lumanaw spared her time in the middle of her extraordinary efforts in treating Covid-19 positives to talk to NOW! Jakarta. Personal Files/NOW!JAKARTA It was the sixth day for Doctor Debryna to work at Wisma Atlet, one of the referral hospitals to treat the patients affected by coronavirus. At
Is Oxo-biodegradable Plastic a Prize for F&B Industry?
Ecorasa offers a holistic solution by creating a plastic food and beverage packaging using Oxium technology. Photos courtesy of Ecorasa/NOWJAKARTA Amidst plastic waste crisis, Oxium technology offers a role to re-decompose plastic to the soil at the end of its useful life. The alarming increase of plastic waste called for the emergence of strict regulations prohibiting
Buba Soul: Fresh Drinks with Pearls
Buba Soul is not like any other bubble drinks. Photo courtesy of Buba Soul/NOWJAKARTA A new tea-based drink called boba has gained immense popularity in recent years across the globe, especially in Southeast Asia, creating a promising business for beverage industry players. It seems like everything comes in boba flavours recently. With a number of monikers
