The Jakarta Post: With religious minority groups still suffering persecution and systemic corruption plaguing the Religious Affairs Ministry, questions have arisen as to whether the government’s decision to raise […]
The Jakarta Globe: Increasing debate has sprouted up in Indonesia that questions the existence of political dynasties. Some argue and press for a ban on political dynasties. Debates and views […]
Source: NY Times: LEGIAN, Indonesia — They have defaced Britney Spears posters, denounced Pamela Anderson’s charitable work and threatened Lady Gaga and Miss World beauty pageant contestants. And now, hard-line Muslims in Indonesia, in concert with Islamic-based politicians, are eyeing new targets: Johnnie Walker, an award-winning local pilsner called Bintang, even […]
Ahmadiyah Al- Muslih mosque, in the Village Sukatali , District SITURAJA , SUMEDANG , West Java , again sealed by one of the cluster mass . According to one of […]
Haj pilgrims have been flocking to the shores of the Red Sea to take in the sights and relax. They arrive in luxury buses to visit the famous Fatimah Al-Zahra […]
The Jakarta Post: Thousands of onlookers filled Jl. Malioboro in Yogyakarta on Wednesday hoping to catch a glimpse of the newlywed royal couple Gusti Kanjeng Ratu (GKR) Hayu and Kanjeng […]
Andjarsari Paramaditha Reuters 1:15 a.m. CDT, October 24, 2013 JAKARTA (Reuters) – As the world’s most populous Muslim country, Indonesia has high demand for clothing that adheres to religious rules […]
Khabar South Asia: Many local residents say religious intolerance is hurting the province, and that targeting minorities is no way to defend Islam. Many Muslims in West Java are expressing […]
Source: Euronews: Russia is still cleaning up in the aftermath of a bomb that exploded outside the Southern Russian city of Volgograd on Monday. President Vladimir Putin travelled to the […]
Summary: Dozens of members of Indonesian Solidarity Anti-Oppression ( SIAP ) group hit tables in the Solo Parliament on Monday ( 21/10/2013 ) . They protested against the statement of […]
In his annual Hajj message, delivered on his behalf by Crown Prince Salman at the annual reception for leaders of Islamic countries, dignitaries, guest pilgrims of the king and heads […]
SOLO – Central Java Governor, Ganjar Pranowo said he would not prohibit the existence of Ahmadiyah religious organizations in Central Java Province. Statement by the Governor of Central Java, Ganjar […]
Are Indonesia’s elderly changing course? BBC: A growing number of elderly people in Indonesia are opting to stay in a care home despite having a family willing to look after […]
Are Indonesia’s elderly changing course? BBC: A growing number of elderly people in Indonesia are opting to stay in a care home despite having a family willing to look after […]
Idul Adha, a legacy of a man, three wives and many religions The Jakarta Post: Myth and custom compels us to simplify Idul Adha as an Islamic holiday. Even The […]
Islam spread gradually in Indonesia from 12th century onwards, and especially during the 14th and 15th century. The advent of Islam did not lead to the introduction of a new […]
But What’s Really Causing Them? • After age 30, a man’s testosterone levels begin to decline, and continue to do so as he ages, leading to symptoms • According […]
Medina (ANTARA News) – Some 114,508 or about 74.33 percent of the Indonesian hajj quota of 154,053 pilgrims for this year`s pilgrimage season have arrived in the Holy Land, according […]
Source: rossrightangle.wordpress.com A mob of FPI thugs descending on the peaceful Ahmadi minority in Sukatali village, in Sumedang, West Java, last Sunday. I had as usual checked the search engine to see […]
JEDDAH: IRFAN MOHAMMED Indonesia has begun transporting illegals on empty, Haj-chartered flights returning to Indonesia. The Indonesian government has formally decided to use empty returning Haj flights to transport for free passengers who obtained exit clearance from local authorities under the legalization scheme, which ends on Nov. 3. A Garuda […]