Marguerite Afra Sapiie, Jakarta – Former US president Barack Obama has said that Indonesia, with its Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity in Diversity)…

Jakarta – Years of counterterrorism efforts have apparently led to a backlash, which may further increase the public's distrust of police, a…

Nilufar Rizki and Jessica Damiana, Jakarta – A leader of Indonesia's second-largest Muslim organisation has called for a boycott of Starbucks,…

Jakarta – Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi said holiday travelers should return early to Jakarta after their Idul Fitri break to avoid…

Gayatri Suroyo and Stefanno Reinard, Jakarta – When an angry mob of Islamists threatened to burn down a place hosting a gay and lesbian film…

Max Walden – A senior figure from Indonesia's second largest Muslim organisation Muhammadiyah has called for citizens to boycott Starbucks over…

Jakarta – The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has dismissed the House of Representatives' threat to scrap its budget allocation in the…

Jakarta – An unknown assailant reportedly attacked two police officers at a mosque near the National Police headquarters in South Jakarta on…

Jakarta – The Asian Human Rights Commission, or AHRC, last week urged Indonesia to consistently implement the United Nations Convention Against…

Max Walden – Indonesian netizens have come out in droves to wish former Jakarta governor Basuki "Ahok" Tjahaja Purnama a happy birthday, which he…

Ganug Nugroho Adi, Surakarta, Central Java – Hundreds of people expressed disappointment when they failed to get free bus tickets for their trips…

Jakarta – The number of road accidents during this year's Idul Fitri exodus, known as mudik, declined across the country compared to last year's…

A young Indonesian man who served time in a Western Australian adult prison for people smuggling despite being a child at the time has had his…

Jakarta – Well-wishers, including celebrities, have sent birthday messages and prayers to former Jakarta governor Basuki "Ahok" Tjahaja Purnama,…

Gumanti Awaliyah, Jakarta – Since June 26, 2015, Starbucks CEO Howard Mark Schultz has supported equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and…

Thomas Ora, Dili – The Catholic Church in Timor-Leste has urged political parties not only to compete for parliamentary seats but also to ramp up…

Jun Suzuki, Jakarta – In Indonesia, Ramadan is the most important time of year for retailers as many consumers descend on shopping malls and other…

Jakarta – The government plans to supply markets with more frozen buffalo meat in an effort to push prices down, even though it is less popular…

Jakarta – A rally by dozens of Grab hail-riding drivers staged in front of the online transportation company's head office in Pademangan, North…

Indonesian authorities have imposed a travel ban on tycoon and politician Hary Tanoesoedibjo, who is building resorts to be managed by Trump…

Jakarta – Deputy governor-elect Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno said on Tuesday that he planned to establish a sharia tourism zone in Kwitang, Senen,…

Ni Nyoman Wira, Jakarta – A recent survey by travel fare aggregator and online booking platform Agoda.com reveals the latest trends of millennial…

Haeril Halim, Jakarta – The Bambu Apus shelter in East Jakarta, which is run by the Social Affairs Ministry, has sent 152 Indonesians back to…

Jakarta – Chairman of Jakarta-based human rights group Setara Institute, Hendardi, said the government needs to step up its efforts to combat…

Haeril Halim and Apriadi Gunawan, Medan – The Interfaith Harmony Forum (FKUB) in Medan, North Sumatra, on Tuesday strongly condemned the recent…

Jakarta – Lawmaker Mulfachri Harahap said on Tuesday (27/06) the attack that killed a police officer in Medan, North Sumatera, should speed up the…

Haeril Halim, Jakarta – Home Minister Tjahjo Kumolo claims the government has done its best to create a prevention system amid rampant corruption…

Haeril Halim, Jakarta – As pressure mounts, the National Police admitted they were struggling to identify the perpetrators of the April 10 acid…

Ganug Nugroho Adi, Surakarta, Central Java – President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo enjoyed the second day of the Idul Fitri holidays in his hometown of…

Francis Chan, Jakarta – A Bali prison break by four inmates last Monday has again shone the spotlight on longstanding issues of overcapacity and…

Jakarta – Most retailers feel the pinch of people's weakening purchasing power during this year's Idul Fitri celebration, as sales of various…

Jakarta – Industry Ministry Airlangga Hartarto has expressed his hopes that logistical activities will return to normal after the government has…

Jakarta – President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo was lauded for his decision to meet leaders of the National Movement to Safeguard the Indonesian Ulema…

Margareth S. Aritonang, Jakarta – A lawmaker said a high level meeting between all political party chiefs was underway to solve the deadlocked…

Apriadi Gunawan, Medan – The North Sumatra Police have confirmed that the two perpetrators of Sunday's attack on a checkpoint post at the North…

Agnes Anya and Farida Susanty, Jakarta – Idul Fitri is also a moment when urban families are reminded about the meritorious help of housemaids, as…

Grace D. Amianti, Jakarta – The alcohol sales ban at minimarkets and a low profit margin are likely the main causes behind the planned permanent…

Arya Dipa, Bandung – "That we should also make friends with those who share other religious beliefs."

The statement was made by an…

Mirjam K nkler and Eva Nisa – Can women interpret Islamic law? Scholars who think so recently gathered in Indonesia, where fatwas were also issued…

Jakarta – Prominent cleric Quraish Shihab delivered the Idul Fitri sermon at the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta on Sunday, addressing the masses about…

Jakarta – While patriotism and nationalistic values were the main topics of the Idul Fitri sermon at Jakarta's Istiqlal mosque, Southeast Asia's…

Anton Hermansyah, Jakarta – A delegation from the National Movement to Safeguard the Indonesian Ulema Council's Fatwa (GNPF-MUI) met with…

Aman Rochman, Malang – As a sign of respect for Muslims attending Idul Fitri morning mass prayers, two churches in Malang, East Java, decided to…

Callistasia Anggun Wijaya, Jakarta – The Jakarta administration wishes to see a smaller inflow of unskilled newcomers from other regions after the…

Dedy Priatmojo, Daru Waskita (Yogyakarta) – There was an unusual sight during the 1438th Idul Fitri prayers at the Wonosari Square in the…

Jakarta – The Jakarta Cathedral canceled three morning masses to allow Muslims to perform Ied prayer at the Istiqlal Mosque, which is located just…

Jakarta – Two men attacked police on guard at a security checkpoint at the North Sumatra Police headquarters early Sunday morning, just before…

Viriya P. Singgih, Jakarta – The World Bank has lauded Indonesia's fiscal framework, calling it "solid" and saying that it has contributed to…

Anton Hermansyah, Jakarta – British Ambassador to Indonesia Moazzam Malik has praised the Idul Fitri gathering at the State Palace held by…

Jewel Topsfield Amilia Rosa – Bali's police chief says he believes a crime syndicate helped four foreign prisoners, including Australian Shaun…