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Religious radicalism and cultural change
Sundanese people view difference in new and worrying ways <br Dadang Kahmad Dadang Kahmad: Rapid change has reduced the ability of Sundanese communities to deal with...
The mohawk crusade
Punks are the latest victims of Aceh’s Shariah bylaws James Balowski Demonstrating in solidarity for Aceh’s punks Negasi http://negasi-negasi.blogspot.com A...
The Sinulog Festival in the Philippines: PIT SENYOR & Grateful Hearts!
By: Joan Mae Soco-Bantayan PIT SENYOR! The Sinulog Festival is one of the most interesting times of the year for Filipinos; especially for the devotees of the Holy...
Indonesian Batik: A living Heritage, Jakarta & Solo
On January 25th, 2012 the exhibition "Indonesian Batik: A living Heritage" opens its doors for Batik enthusiasts at Galeri Nasional, Jakarta. Galeri Nasional Jl....
Still an age of activism
Left-wing politics are fragmented, but left-wing ideas are surprisingly influential Edward Aspinall A tradition of mass action is one of the inheritances...
Malang: Hikes & Hidden Beaches
By: Kindeng Temminck-Simamora Malang is the second largest city in East Java, Indonesia. It is traditionally known as a place to unwind and relax for people stressed...
Pathways to a people’s president
If Indonesians are going to find a candidate to oppose the oligarchs, they need to start organising now Jeffrey A. Winters The prospects for 2014 don’t...
Locating the power of labour
Workers are not a dominant force in political life, but they are far from being powerless Benny Hari Juliawan A worker from French-owned supermarket chain...
Fighting for land
Rural social movements have a rich history in Indonesia, and they have recorded significant achievements in recent years Dianto Bachriadi Peasants march in Jakarta,...
Islamism yes, communism no!
Islamism is taking hold in parts of Java that used to be bastions of the left Vedi R. Hadiz Muslim activists demonstrate in favour of the anti-pornography...
