National & Metro

Creative Economy Ministry and Seruni KMP Hold Voice Over Workshop in Pontianak, Encourage Local Creative Talent

PONTIANAK, Jakartaweekly.com – The Ministry of Creative Economy, in collaboration with Solidaritas Perempuan untuk Indonesia Kabinet Merah Putih (Seruni KMP), held a Creative Economy Talent Development Workshop: Voice Over (Dubbing) in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, as the voice over industry is seen as having strong growth potential amid the rapid expansion of Indonesia’s creative economy and […]

Raja Ampat to Undergo UNESCO Global Geopark Revalidation in August 2026

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com – Minister of Tourism Widiyanti Putri Wardhana continued her second day of working visit to Raja Ampat Regency, focusing on strengthening the governance of world-class tourism destinations and preparations for the UNESCO Global Geopark revalidation. Raja Ampat is scheduled to undergo a revalidation process by a UNESCO assessment team in August 2026. The […]

Ahead of Ascension Day Holiday, KAI Adds 9 Long-Distance Train Services from Jakarta

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com – PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero), Operational Area 1 Jakarta, is adding nine Long-Distance Train (KAJJ) services to anticipate a surge in public mobility during the 2026 Ascension Day holiday period. The additional services focus on popular routes departing from Gambir and Pasar Senen Stations. Franoto Wibowo, Manager of Public Relations at PT […]

Rasuna Said: Jakarta Newest Car-Free Day Landmark

Governor Pramono Anung officially kicked off Jakarta's 499th Anniversary celebrations by unveiling the revitalization of the Rasuna Said corridor. Transforming the area into a "complete street" and a new urban icon, the Governor highlighted the removal of long-abandoned monorail pillars as a symbol of the city's shift toward a world-class global hub.

Latest Pertalite Prices as of May 8, 2026

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Amid ongoing discussions on fuel prices, particularly Pertalite, PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has confirmed that it has not adjusted its selling price. Based on information from the company’s official website, Pertalite remains priced at Rp10,000 per liter across all regions in Indonesia. As of today, Friday, May 8, 2026, PT Pertamina Patra […]

Anticipating Fuel Prices Increases in 2027

Anticipating fuel price hikes in 2027, this article argues that allocating Rp10 trillion to modernize public transportation across 200 cities is a more effective and equitable solution than subsidizing private vehicles.

Hardiknas 2026 Becomes Moment to Rethink Education Amid Rising Emotional Fatigue in Students

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — National Education Day (Hardiknas) 2026 marks a moment to evaluate the education system, amid rising emotional strain among children. Educational success is no longer deemed sufficient when measured solely by academic achievement, but also by a child’s ability to regulate emotions, build self-confidence, and develop at their own pace. Occupational Therapist at […]

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