Project Multatuli
May 4, 2021
I was romantic during my journalism school days. The lecturers often talked about the crucial role of journalists as the watchdog of democracy, the outstanding
Thoughts
Little luggage
December 30, 2020
I entered 2020 with much excitement. I began working as a freelancer and had all the time in the world to do everything I wanted.
Start over
December 28, 2019
I was always kind of “allergic” to business reporting. When I chose a journalism major in the university, I originally dreamed of becoming a football
Reportage & Analysis
How Soeharto’s Indonesia uses horror films to maintain social order
February 11, 2020
Religion was one of the main ingredients for Indonesian horror films during the authoritarian New Order regime (1966-1998). Religious figures, in particular, were often presented
Renewable energy still funny business
May 31, 2018
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Ignasius Jonan is so fond of an old and tired anecdote that illustrates the wisdom of equitable energy solutions that
Everyone wants slice of emerging Morowali
December 15, 2017
The number of residents of Bahodopi district in Morowali has spiked two-fold after Chinese venture PT Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) employed 15,000 Indonesian workers
Morowali: A tale of China’s grip on rich region
December 15, 2017
One afternoon in October, two Indonesian workers on their lunch break sat on a stainless-steel platform under a giant, orange gantry crane at the Morowali
Folklore, legend alternative bait to lure travelers to Indonesia
February 13, 2017
Jakarta-based private employee Gizela Cindy has lost count of how many times she has visited Yogyakarta over the past several years with friends or family.
Indonesians’ love of savings may end up costly in long run
October 21, 2016
Unlike many other parents, Budi Hikmat has never allowed his children to save their excess cash in a bank and instead tells them to invest
Tax amnesty goes to church
September 26, 2016
Desperate times call for desperate measures. The old saying might come to mind when speaking of the latest situation of the tax amnesty program in
Indonesian, South Korean filmmakers seek partnership
August 11, 2016
It only takes seconds for avid moviegoer Dominique Jessica to recall the titles of her favorite South Korean movies of all time, such as My
About
VIRIYA SINGGIH
Jakarta-based writer and reporter. Proud Manchester United fan. Theater enthusiast. Love to travel when money and time allow.