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Feb. 25, 2026
A Dutch national identified as Rashim Abdoelrazak appeared before the Denpasar District Court on Tuesday (Feb 24, 2026) to face formal charges related to marijuana cultivation in North Denpasar.
Feb. 13, 2026
A Brazilian national arrested at the International Arrivals Terminal of I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport for alleged drug smuggling has been sentenced to 18 years in prison, exceeding the prosecutor’s earlier demand.
Feb. 12, 2026
A 35-year-old Nigerian national has been demanded a two-year prison sentence by prosecutors after undergoing a series of evidentiary hearings at the Denpasar District Court.
Feb. 9, 2026
Bali Police have arrested a Turkish national accused of smuggling more than 1.2 kilograms of cocaine through Ngurah Rai International Airport, uncovering what authorities believe to be part of an international drug trafficking network.
Feb. 5, 2026
Two foreign nationals from the United Kingdom stood trial at the Denpasar District Court on Thursday (February 5, 2026) in a major narcotics case involving cocaine smuggling into Bali.
Jan. 30, 2026
The Denpasar District Court has imposed a 20-year prison sentence on a Ukrainian national convicted of smuggling nearly two kilograms of cocaine through Bali’s main international airport, significantly exceeding the original 12-year sentence sought by prosecutors.
Jan. 20, 2026
The Denpasar District Court has given Kateryna Vakarova, a 21-year-old Ukrainian national, the opportunity to submit a plea in her ongoing drug smuggling trial linked to I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Jan. 13, 2026
An Indonesian prosecutor has demanded a 12-year prison sentence for a Ukrainian national accused of smuggling cocaine through I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Jan. 9, 2026
The Denpasar District Court has sentenced a Peruvian national, Natalia Sofia Baca Cordova, to 11 years in prison and imposed a fine of IDR 2 billion for smuggling more than 1.4 kilograms of cocaine and dozens of ecstasy tablets into Bali.
Dec. 16, 2025
The Denpasar District Court has acquitted a German national charged in a major ecstasy drug case, ruling that prosecutors failed to present sufficient evidence to support the allegations.
Ogoh-ogoh are giant effigies paraded through villages across Bali on the night before Nyepi. This tradition, held during Pengerupukan, symbolizes the purification of negative forces and has become one of the island’s most visually striking cultural events.
The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
Nyepi is Bali’s annual Day of Silence, observed as the Saka New Year by Balinese Hindus. Marked by a complete pause in public activity across the island, Nyepi reflects deep cultural values of reflection, balance, and harmony with nature.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s most well-known coastal destinations, offering easy access, a long shoreline, and a key role in the island’s tourism history.
Indonesia requires foreign visitors to meet specific passport validity rules before entry. This guide explains the minimum validity requirements, common mistakes, and what travelers should check before visiting Indonesia.
Kelingking Beach is one of Bali’s most recognizable natural landmarks, known for its dramatic cliff formation and sweeping ocean views. This guide explains where it is, how to get there, what to expect on site, and important safety tips for visitors.
May. 3, 2026
G-SHOCK Opens New Casio Island Experience in Bali with Interactive Exhibition Until May 10
May. 3, 2026
Denpasar Backs Balinale 2026 to Attract High-Value Tourists and Strengthen Creative Tourism
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