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Part of the family: Popo (second left) and her family gathered on Jan. 5 at Pancaka Damai Lestari to cremate the family's beloved dog, Apple, who passed away on Jan. 4. (Courtesy of Popo)
Part of the family: Popo (second left) and her family gathered on Jan. 5 at Pancaka Damai Lestari to cremate the family's beloved dog, Apple, who passed away on Jan. 4. (Courtesy of Popo)
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Animal heaven: Pet cemetery, cremation sites ease pain of grieving owners

When their pets die, many owners seek cemeteries or cremation sites to keep their loved ones in their memory, and by their side.

2 years ago
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South Korea hits record-low weddings as birth rate plunges

The number of South Koreans who tied the knot last year hit a record low, compounding looming demographic woes in a country with the world's lowest birth rate.

2 years ago
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Brazil's first lady turns heads, champions causes with fashion

Whether sporting a red Workers' Party star on her wedding dress or rocking eco-friendly clothing, Brazil's new first lady is turning heads and making statements with her fashion choices.

2 years ago

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Patek Philippe's refurbished store like a second home for luxury-watch enthusiasts

After a major renovation, Patek Philippe’s boutique in Central Jakarta opens its door with timeless designs and new spaces filled with special scent, including dedicated rooms for VIPs.

2 years ago
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Gradual reawakening: Lake Toba tourism starts picking up again

Even as domestic travel resumes, tourism businesses at the famous lake are yet to see the return of foreign visitors.

2 years ago
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Heineken profits up as drinkers swallow higher prices

Dutch brewer Heineken reported higher profits for the first half of the year as drinkers returned to bars despite increased prices.

2 years ago
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Juliette The Selfish offers fusion meals and elaborate fantasies

Juliette The Selfish, a restaurant in Bogor, West Java, seeks to provide the city’s most romantic night out.

2 years ago
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Staying beautiful during the pandemic: Makeup experts share their tips

Top makeup artists offer their advice on how to look good while still following COVID-19 health protocols. 

2 years ago
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Amid the rise of online 'bimbel', offline tutoring services stand their ground

Despite the rise of internet-based competition, face-to-face after-school lessons remain the preferred option for students

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Thai businesses cash in on cannabis, from milk tea to toothpaste

Thai businesses are cashing in with cannabis-infused products like toothpaste, tea, soaps and snacks after the government legalized the plant and its extract this year, generating a wave of interest in the drug.

3 years ago
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Austria old folks toast success of 'Grandma and Grandpa' beer

A group of octogenarian Austrians are celebrating after their hipster beers have become the toast of Vienna's old folks' homes.

3 years ago
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Short and dramatic: Indonesians pick web series over TV

The emergence of streaming services shifted the trends in global-entertainment-consumption habits. The days of scheduled TV shows are long gone. People can now consume entertainment-on-demand via Netflix, YouTube and many other platforms.

3 years ago
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‘True balance’: Japan’s quiet telework revolution

After many people switched to working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, Japan is seeing a change in office routines.

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Journaling: Gen Z’s latest form of self-expression and therapy

Journaling is on the rise in Indonesia with zoomers and others getting into it for reasons that include mental health, creative expression and aesthetics.

3 years ago
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Thousands take part in Seoul LGBT festival, protesters rally

Thousands of South Koreans took part in a lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) festival in downtown Seoul on Saturday as Christian and conservative groups held a rally in protest across the road.

3 years ago
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'True balance': Japan's quiet telework revolution

A quiet revolution in Japan's rigid business culture is underway, with firms working to digitise operations and offer more flexibility to staff who were once expected to stay late.

3 years ago
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Metaverse app brings treasure-hunt shopping experience to Pasarina

Utilizing artificial intelligence and augmented reality technology, Pasarina has launched a metaverse app where customers can meet a virtual assistant shop and discover “hidden” promotions.

3 years ago
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Sense and sustainability: Embark on luxury odysseys with local impacts at Conrad Bali

From forest exploration to full moon ceremony, Conrad Bali takes guests on a ride with their senses while paying attention to the sustainability of local communities.

3 years ago
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Troubled waters: Iraqi spa reborn after IS massacres

A mineral spa in northern Iraq is regaining popularity as renovation work has brought back visitors, in a city once ruled by jihadists who carried out mass executions.

3 years ago
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Sleep calls: New virtual service offers listening ear

Apart from offering a sense of comfort and companionship, sleep call services are emerging as a way for some to tackle sleeplessness and loneliness, though the practice's clinical benefits are as yet unproven.

3 years ago
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Rent-an-iPhone promises full experience without breaking the bank

At around Rp 13 million (US$865) a pop, owning the latest iPhone can burn a hole in your pocket, so renting is the way to go for some people keen to get their hands on one – for whatever reason.

3 years ago
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Healthy escape: COMO Shambhala Estate offers personal wellness deep in Bali’s jungle

Surrounded by forests, rivers and waterfalls, visitors at Bali’s COMO Shambhala Estate get the best out of nature and luxury accommodation.

3 years ago
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Juggling multiple jobs: good money, but at what cost?

As more companies offer the flexibility of working from home — and sometimes from anywhere — more people are using the opportunity to take on jobs from more than one employer.

3 years ago
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Champion barista Mikael Jasin: Coffee as ‘agent of change’

A barista, coffee roaster, brand ambassador and national champion, Mikael Jasin has experienced firsthand the transformative power of coffee.

3 years ago
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Kyoto's love-hate relationship with tourists endures as yen weakens

With the yen JPY= at its weakest in more the two decades and a revival in global travel, Kyoto's hard-hit hotels and traditional sweet shops should have been bracing for a tourism surge. Instead, only some visitors have trickled in as Japan is allowing a small number of tourists to enter the country after easing curbs in June. 

3 years ago
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Kemayu: Giving homes that Indonesian scent

Kemayu offers soulful perfume creations by infusing Indonesian herbs and spices to their variants, resulting in fragrances that tell a unique story.

3 years ago
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Motor racing-Fashion Brand Hugo Boss returns to F1 with Aston Martin

German fashion brand Hugo Boss announced on Thursday it was returning to Formula One with the Aston Martin team, five years after leaving for the electric Formula E series.

3 years ago
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TORIBRO defies bar stereotype by whisking fun cocktails with 'otaku' joy

TORIBRO delivers a colorful nightlife experience for pub-crawlers who are tired of the ‘otaku’ and 'wibu' stereotypes. 

3 years ago
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Qatar says World Cup fans seeking rooms have 'a lot of options'

Qatar said that World Cup fans have "a lot of options" with more than 100,000 rooms currently available.

3 years ago
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Holywings outlets in Jakarta shut down for violations beyond blasphemy controversy

The provincial government has shut down all Holywings outlets across the capital after further investigations found violations beyond its alleged blasphemous promotion.

3 years ago
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Billionaire Italian eyewear mogul Del Vecchio dead at 87

Italy's second-richest man, eyewear magnate Leonardo Del Vecchio, has died aged 87 after building an optical empire that saw him buy up major brands like Ray-Ban, Persol and Oakley.

3 years ago
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The Self Inc employs Allure AI for bespoke skincare shopping experience

The Self Inc uses the AI-powered app to give personalized recommendations for waste-free beauty shopping, and plans to launch a metaverse shopping experience soon.

3 years ago
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Marine Serre stretches style traditions at Paris Fashion Week

French label Marine Serre sent athletes and artists to stroll a track field runway on Saturday evening, showcasing a sport-inspired wardrobe infused with artistic references in an all-ages, open-to-the-public fashion show.

3 years ago

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