June

June 21, 2010

Blots on the Landscape: Noise is Not A Cultural Tradition

By Hector From Ungasan to Canggu, and from Kuta to Sanur, via much of Denpasar and scattered blots about Ubud, – Read More...
June 21, 2010

Forecasts for week beginning June 19, 2010.

By Jonathan Cainer Some astrological events take place every few decades or, even, every few centuries. Others are hardy annuals. – Read More...
June 21, 2010

Papua Quake Toll Rises to 17

JAYAPURA At least 17 people died in a powerful earthquake that struck Papua last week, an official said on Monday. – Read More...
June 21, 2010

Villa-Construction Ordered Halted

AMLAPURA Karangasem Satpol and local environmental officials have ordered a stop to construction of a beachside villa at Tulamben because – Read More...
June 21, 2010

The Tourist and Expat Vanishing Act (Hint: It’s Not Magic)

By Vyt Karazija It’s always interesting to talk to new visitors to Bali and glean their first impressions. I am – Read More...
June 21, 2010

Bali’s Silent Crisis: Struggle to Meld Ancient Culture and Modern Economy

Brett Hough, writing in the online magazine Inside Indonesia, critiques a new book that seeks to understand the contradictions and – Read More...
June 21, 2010

Motorcyclist Skids, Dies

TABANAN A man was killed when his motorbike skidded as he tried to avoid an oncoming bus as he passed – Read More...
June 21, 2010

Preparing for Departure

By Hannah Black In Bali, like every other holiday destination in the world, the majority of residents have to work. – Read More...
June 21, 2010

Bali Is My Gripe

To everyone involved in Bali’s tourism industry, read these words: “Bali is so nice, but the first impression is the – Read More...
June 21, 2010

Two-Month Wait for Free Surgery

SINGARAJA The new provincial free health and hospital scheme, introduced in January, has led to a waiting list of up – Read More...