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    CBD Oil

    I know this thread is from a couple of years back, but it popped up while I was researching customs rules for expats and I wanted to add a note. Just a heads up for anyone trying this, as ChrisTex mentioned, it’s highly illegal in Indonesia, so be very careful even having those Holland &...
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    Remove an Account

    Most forums don’t let you delete the account yourself, you usually need to contact the admins. Check the help section for a “contact us” link or send a message to the moderators asking for an account removal request. They can either deactivate it or fully delete it depending on the site’s policy.
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    Increasing Salary of Teachers and Student/School performance in Indonesia

    Teacher pay is only one part of the puzzle, and raising it without fixing the rest of the system rarely gives the results people hope for. If hiring is still influenced by connections, training is inconsistent, and schools lack basic resources, then higher salaries alone won’t make classrooms...
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    Remote work with a spouse KITAS visa - the how

    I struggled with the same question when I first came on a spouse KITAS. The tax part is tricky because technically you’re not a resident in Indonesia for work purposes, but you’re still tied to the US system. I changed my legal domicile through SavvyNomad. They basically prepped all the forms...
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    Suharto - National hero?

    Reactions like this make sense because Suharto is one of those figures people see in completely opposite ways. Some remember stability and growth during his rule, others focus on the corruption and human rights issues. Calling him a national hero will always spark pushback because his legacy is...
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    Windows 10

    Your laptop will still work. Windows 10 doesn’t “shut down,” it just stops getting security updates. The system stays usable, but you won’t get patches or support anymore, which can make it less secure over time. If the laptop can handle it, upgrading to Windows 11 keeps things updated. If not...
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    How Is EU's Democracy Really Doing?

    It feels like a lot of the frustration comes from people expecting democracy to solve every problem by itself. Elections matter, but they don’t guarantee good leadership or good outcomes. When people see living costs rise, corruption scandals, or leaders pushing decisions that feel disconnected...
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    Trend JKT; outside entertaining space

    That sounds kind of letdown for you. Anytime you find a place that looks good on paper, but is overcrowded and provides you with little more than the basics. If you need more than a photo op and some busy warungs though, this definitely isn’t worth a long drive.
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    Cold cuts in Malang

    Ribeye and French dips? Smoked. That sounds like a feast! French Dip, by the way, isn't a thing in France, and it’s also not French, like French fries!
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    Second Visa Stamp after re-entering Indonesia on a 2nd home visa

    I think that sounds like a processing error by the immigration officer. A paper copy of your e-ITAS, and go to the immigration office (Kantor Imigrasi) to make sure. They should confirm you have not lost your original status. On later reentry, always bring your e-ITAS with your passport and make...
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    Indonesia & Corruption: a few articles in the past few weeks

    Does anyone know about the FCPA? Found some info on them here. Do we have something like that here?
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    Music

    Love how it keeps the royal vibe alive, and the subtitles make it so much easier to appreciate.
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    E32A AKA Disapora Visa

    In contrast to Indonesia, foreigners in Singapore can actually own property but only have a leasehold or usage rights. Depending visa is tied to the main holder’s visa type, such as E32A, and also valid for the same amount of time. Double check with immigration for the latest updates, definitely.
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    Indonesian Electric Bike Laws Inquiry

    Seems like those e-bikes are super convenient for short commutes, but the battery decline would drive me nuts.
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