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Bali Tourism

8 Best Beach Resorts in Indonesia for 2026, Recommended by Bali Tourism Journalists

July 5, 2026

Planning a beach holiday in Indonesia? While dozens of luxury resorts compete for travelers' attention, a group of Bali-based tourism...

MBG's legal counsel, Florentina, when met at Murni Teguh Hospital in Kuta on Friday (July 3, 2026).

Bali Law

Inside the Bali Detention of an Algerian Family: A One-Year-Old Child, Mental Health Struggles and a Death Back Home

July 4, 2026

BADUNG, Bali – Behind a theft investigation unfolding in Bali, a separate story has emerged that has little to do...

The photo on the left shows MBG's legal counsel, Florentina, and the photo on the right shows MBC after undergoing an examination at Murni Teguh Hospital, Kuta, Bali, on July 3, 2026 (Hey Bali News).

Bali Law

Algerian Suspect Alleges Abuse in Bali Police Custody, Authorities Deny the Claims

July 4, 2026

BADUNG, Bali – An Algerian national facing theft allegations in Bali has claimed through his lawyer that he was physically...

A video screenshot showing an alleged theft at a pharmacy in Kapal Village, Mengwi District, Badung Regency, Bali, on Sunday (June 28, 2026) night.

Viral Video

Video : Foreign Couple Accused of Stealing Cash from Bali Pharmacy After Attempt to Move CCTV Camera

July 3, 2026

BADUNG, Bali – Bali police are investigating an alleged theft involving two foreign nationals after surveillance footage appeared to show...

Screenshot of the visa renewal queue at Bali Immigration (Hai Bali News)

Policy & Visa

Long Queues at Bali Immigration Go Viral. Here’s Why Officials Say There’s No Cause for Alarm

DENPASAR, Bali – A short social media video showing long lines outside Bali's Denpasar Immigration Office has sparked widespread discussion...

Photo: Screenshot of a fight involving a foreigner in Canggu that went viral on Balinese social media.

Viral Video

‘Just Another Night in Canggu?’ Viral Fight Video Reignites Debate Over Tourist Behavior in Bali

CANGGU, Bali – A late-night street fight captured on video in Bali's popular beach town of Canggu has once again...

Photo: A joint search and rescue team found Rafles Tafa Kusuma (17), a crew member who went missing after falling into the sea off Pasir Putih Banyu Wedang Beach—located in Pejarakan Village, Gerokgak District, Buleleng Regency—on the second day of the search, Thursday (July 2, 2026).

Bali News

Young Yacht Crew Member Found Dead After Disappearing Off Bali’s North Coast

BULELENG, Bali – The search for a 17-year-old yacht crew member who vanished off Bali's quiet northern coastline has ended...

Public Order Agency (Satpol PP) officers detained an Australian national who caused a disturbance at a hotel in Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, on Wednesday (July 1, 2026). (Badung Satpol PP.)

Bali News

Australian Tourist Taken to Hospital After Disturbance at Bali Hotel

BALI – An Australian national was taken to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation after authorities responded to reports of a...

The official 2026 World Cup ball, Adidas Trionda (Photo: Adidas)

Tech

Who Will Win the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Opta Supercomputer Reveals Its Prediction

July 1, 2026

As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, football fans around the world are already debating who will...

A fight between two foreigners in the parking lot at Batu Bolong Beach, Canggu Village, North Kuta, Badung, on Monday (June 29, 2026).

Bali News

Viral Fight Between Foreign Tourists in Bali’s Canggu Raises Fresh Questions About Late-Night Behavior