Bali Police Bust Massive Gas Scam Syndicate!
The gas case was uncovered by the Denpasar police. A gang of criminals was involved in transferring subsidized gas from 3 kg cylinders into 12 kg and 50 kg containers and then selling it.
Government Seeks Fresh Solutions to Tackle Subsidized Gas Shortages
In recent years, Bali residents have repeatedly faced shortages of subsidized 3-kilogram gas cylinders. People were forced to stand in long lines to buy gas at affordable prices or discovered that the…
Statistics and Facts About the Island of Bali
At first glance, Bali, often perceived as a paradise surrounded by breathtaking nature, appears to visitors or those who have only heard about it as a magical world. But what if we look at the everyda…
Mysterious Light Spotted in Bali’s Night Sky
On the evening of 11 April, residents of Bali spotted a bright glowing object in the sky. The video quickly spread on social media and sparked all sorts of theories — from rockets and military tests t…
Party Balloons Spark Fire at Chez Gado Gado in Seminyak
The Chez Gado Gado restaurant in Seminyak has burned down almost entirely. The fire started from party balloons during a birthday celebration and spread to the dry grass roof within minutes. No one wa…
Fuel Prices Rise in Bali: Diesel and Pertamax Turbo
Pertamina, the state oil and gas company that runs petrol stations across Indonesia, raised the prices of three fuel types in Bali on September 1.
Diesel went up the most: Dexlite and Pertamina Dex each added around 20% per litre. Pertamax petrol and the subsidised Pertalite and Bio Solar kept their previous prices.
Jakarta Roads Reopen Following Parliament Protests
A protest took place on August 27 outside the parliament building (DPR) in Jakarta: police used tear gas and water cannon, and several streets were closed until midnight.
By the morning of August 28 the situation had returned to normal — the roads were reopened, and police have reported no new demonstrations.
Bali Packing List for Parents Traveling With Toddlers
Travelling with a young child isn’t easy, especially if you have a long-haul flight ahead. You need to think through every little detail. Whether you’re going away for a short break or a longer stay…
How to Choose Bananas in Bali Like a Local
Many first-time visitors to Bali make the same mistake: they head to supermarkets such as Pepito and buy familiar-looking yellow bananas. In reality, these are often imported varieties with a fairly o…
Indonesia Expands Biofuel Program to Bali
Indonesia is staying firmly committed to its green energy transition — even in areas where it may seem challenging to implement. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has announced that…
