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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.

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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.

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Abloh-created sneaker exhibit opens in New York

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Inclusivity: Indonesian MSMEs strive to empower the disabled

Inclusivity has been a long-discussed issue, but its implementation remains on a minuscule scale. Many MSMEs try to enhance their social impact by making some strides toward inclusivity and they are making it their core business value.

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Chile to reopen Easter Island for tourism for first time since pandemic

Popular Pacific Ocean tourist destination Easter Island will reopen to the world on August 1, after more than two years closed due to the pandemic.

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A paw-some day trip: dogs ride Japan bullet train

On Japan's bullet trains, dogs usually have to travel in a carrier, but on Saturday they could stretch their paws and enjoy the scenery on a special pet-friendly express.

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Twenties: 20 city cars to choose from to speed up post-pandemic mobility

As the global economy gradually returns to its pre-pandemic state, city cars are also regaining their appeal and these are some of the best city cars in the market.

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1955 Mercedes sells for € 135 million, world’s most expensive car: RM Sotheby’s

A 1955 Mercedes-Benz, one of only two such versions in existence, was auctioned off earlier this month for a whopping 135 million euros (US$143 million), making it the world's most expensive car ever sold, RM Sotheby's announced on Thursday.

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The Cove at Renaissance Nusa Dua makes dream weddings come true

Renaissance Bali Nusa Dua Resort is offering a new venue that promises couples their perfect wedding day: The Cove, evoking impressions of a private bay with the warm scent of the sea.

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Men dancesport athletes dispel stereotypes to win SEA Games gold

Men dancesport athletes at the SEA Games say they had to overcome dated stereotypes to reach the top of competitive ballroom dancing.

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Home sweet home: Migrants leave busy cities behind to develop hometowns

A growing number of professionals are moving back to their hometowns in rural areas, trading in the bright lights of the city for more meaningful and peaceful lives.

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Fashion rewind: Beaded accessories get another chance to shine

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Biggest white diamond auctioned fetches US$21.9 million

“The Rock”, the biggest white diamond ever auctioned, sold for 21.7 million Swiss francs (US$21.9 million) on Wednesday, far short of the record for such a jewel.

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Disney to provide next streaming gauge after Netflix retreat

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Indonesia’s neverending battle against illegal cigarettes

Illegal cigarettes have lost Indonesia trillions, straining the effort of controlling cigarette consumption.

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Canadian offices going to the dogs as work-from-home ending

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Why everybody’s looking for new jobs after Lebaran

It is an open secret among Indonesian employers that many people will resign and seek new jobs just before Idul Fitri. But why? A combination of lax labor laws, precarious working conditions and a sense of malaise.

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Indonesian samurai?: Practicing Japanese military archery with Heki Ryu Indonesia

According to Muyedobotongji, a martial arts manual from ancient Korea: the Chinese have perfected their spears, the Koreans their bows and arrows and the Japanese their swords. Little did many know, however, that bows and arrows were the primary weapons of the samurai.

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Gucci jumps on the crypto bandwagon with US project

Gucci's high-end handbags and other luxury products could now be bought using cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, in some United States stores, the Italian company said, as digital currencies move toward broader acceptance.

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Blood and bruises: Welcome to Bangkok’s real-life fight club

Harsh spotlights and street lamps illuminate a vicious brawl between two furious, shirtless men as the screams of a crowd echo beneath a Bangkok underpass: Fight Club Thailand is on.

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Swipe left, swipe right: is the future of relationships in dating apps?

Online dating services have emerged over the past decade to become a common way to meet potential partners. Those who rely on these services to find love share their stories

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Lebaran fashion: So, what are you wearing?

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Twenties: 20 popular local modest-wear brands for a Lebaran-look inspiration

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Five Seminyak nightlife spots perfect for your long-awaited holiday escape

Seminyak spots for all types of holiday goers - it is time to hit the area's trendiest beach joints.

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Coffee, tea and nagging at Japan's anti-procrastination cafe

Writers facing deadlines head to Tokyo's Manuscript Writing Cafe with the understanding that they can't leave until their work is done. Oh, and there's prodding thrown in to make sure they buckle down and finish.

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'So much joy': Brazil holds first carnival since Covid

Rio de Janeiro's carnival exploded back to life with the first famed samba school parades since Covid-19 started devastating Brazil.

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For many people in many countries, living in a penthouse is the dream. In North Korea? Not so much. 

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Horses give Irish prisoners hope of a stable life

For the men held at the medium-security jail in County Roscommon, Ireland, horses provide an opportunity to learn practical skills -- and develop more compassion through their work.

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Tuft Love: Young Chinese weave away stress with crafts

Using a craft gun to shoot yarn through a fabric screen, Nora Peng puts the finishing touches on a rug in the shape of a corgi's bottom -- the perfect stress-relieving hobby.

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Can Indonesian youth win the “David Vs. Goliath” fight against "Big Tobacco"?

A growing number of organizations led by young Indonesians are taking tobacco companies to task. But it has not been an easy fight. 

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From sexy designs to neo-classical hijab fashion

Designer Ayu Dyah Andari dedicated over a decade to the fashion industry before finally making it big with her debut solo show.

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