Historical

Long before Bali became one of the world's most beloved travel destinations, the island was the stage for one of...

BALI, Indonesia — Today, travelers debate whether Bali's future belongs to Canggu, Uluwatu, Pererenan, or the emerging coastlines of Tabanan....

Long before the neatly drawn nations of today's map existed, the islands of what is now Indonesia formed the vibrant,...

A historical deep dive reveals how a childhood of legendary luxury in Semarang propelled Oei Hui-lan onto the world stage...

Two centuries ago, a chemist monetized staying dry. In Bali, the same principle applies: solving fundamental, everyday problems can be...

What began as a routine fishing trip in the Java Sea in 2003 led to one of Indonesia's most significant...

The U.S. initiative to form a new Gaza Peace Council recalls Indonesia’s short-lived but bold 1960s effort to create a...

In 1965, Mat Sam discovered one of the world’s largest diamonds. Promised a pilgrimage and a reward, he watched as...