Byo: The Future of Indonesia’s Great Designs
Five years ago, I noticed my then-fiance carrying a new purse. It reminded me of Issey Miyake’s Baobao bags, which seemed to be a “must have” a some years before that, because it was made of a specially produced material and used repetitive patterns. However, this purse seemed more complex, so I knew it could
TEDxJIS 2019 Explores Life’s Puzzles and Mysteries
TEDxJIS presented its fifth annual conference at Jakarta Intercultural School on 16 February. The independently produced event, operated under license from TED, took place at JIS Elementary School, Pondok Indah. TEDxJIS presented its fifth annual conference at Jakarta Intercultural School on 16 February. Photo courtesy of Jakarta Intercultural School/NOW!JAKARTA With the theme of Solve for
Pandas A Major Draw at Taman Safari
Indonesia fauna park, Taman Safari Bogor has a number of rare animals featured at the site as part of efforts to promote conservation, including the Pandas, which are popular among visitors. The pandas at Taman Safari Bogor is a favourite among young visitors. The black-and-white bears named Cai Tao and Hu Chun can be found at Istana Panda. Photo courtesy
Five Couples’ Bonding Experiences To Try in Bali
We invite you to reignite the love between yourself and your partner through these unique experiences. A night at the movies, a fancy dinner, perhaps, coupled with gifts and flowers; these are certainly romantic gestures for any couple. But what if you’re looking for something new and exciting, deep and meaningful, a way to light a
The Biggest Hair Trends for Men in 2019
Recently, one of the largest barbershops and grooming brands, Chief Barber & Supplies Co., unveiled the latest haircut trends for men, following the growing trend of "The Revolutionary" which combines classic and contemporary—a neat style for the urban man. Head of Education of Menspire UK Josh Lamonaca demonstrates the latest trend of men's hairstyle at BarberLyfe Indonesia Vol. 2 in Jakarta.
Now!Jakarta Recognises Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School’s Commitment To Education
One of NOW!Jakarta's long-term partners in education, The Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School (GMIS), was recently recognised by the magazine, for its commitment to providing education and cultivating responsible citizenship. PGandhi School rincipal A.P. Singh received appreciation from NOW!JAKARTA Publisher, Alistair Speirs. Photo courtesy of Gandhi School/NOW!JAKARTA The school has engaged with the city and country at large
Kharisma Bangsa School: Furthering Scholastic Engagement
Okan Celiker has spent many years as a school administrator. Currently the Management Advisor of Kharisma Bangsa school, he spoke to NOW! Jakarta about the students’ achievements and his plans for building on their successes. The Management Advisor of Kharisma Bangsa School, Okan Celiker. Photo courtesy of Kharisma Bangsa School/NOW!JAKARTA Please tell us about the curriculum
British School Jakarta Opens Scholarship for Indonesian Students
Indonesian students who are going to continue their education after graduating from senior high school have the opportunity to enroll in a two-year International Baccalaureate diploma programme offered by the British School Jakarta – an IB World School and member of the International Baccalaureate organisation. Image source: www.bsj.sch.id There are two free places for Indonesian
Selisik Batik Pesisir Know What You Wear
The ethereal beauty of Indonesian batik through its vast richness in colours and patterns came to life in an exhibition entitled “Selisik Batik Pesisir: Pameran dan Pasar Batik” held in October. Sponsored by the Kompas Daily, the exhibition featured batik fabrics from Indonesia’s coastal areas—from Tuban in East Java to Bengkulu in Sumatra. The selection
Celebrity Fitness Launched Saltar Workout In Indonesia
Continuing its recently launched campaign #LIVEtoPLAY, Celebrity Fitnes now offers a unique fitness experience through a revolutionary functional training that boosts a jumping exercise into an intense workout that is both fun and challenging. Saltar – “jumping” in Portuguese – is a workout that involves exercises on a trampoline, made from high durable fabric and
Cervical Cancer Vaccines for A Healthy Indonesia
Committed to turning Indonesia into a country free of cervical cancer, the Jakarta Provincial Government in early October provided the city’s fifth-grade female students with free vaccines to protect them from the disease. The capital served as a pilot project; if successful, the vaccine will be included in the national vaccine programme next year. Cervical
A Melbourne Adventure
Many studies show that experiencing new and different cultures can help students to broaden their knowledge and enrich their understanding toward the global world. In keeping with its role as a gateway to the world, Global Jaya School (GJS) regularly organizes excursions abroad to expose students to the wider world in order to prepare them
Indonesia Garudas Win AFL All-Asian Cup
The Indonesia Garudas have won the first ever AFL All-Asian Cup, held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in October. The AFL All-Asian Cup featured Asian national AFL players from across Asia, culminating in a 3-way tournament featuring Team Indochina, the China Reds, and the Indonesia Garudas. The Garudas squad brought together the best Indonesian
