On April 27, a railway accident occurred late in East Bekasi, near Indonesia’s capital Jakarta on a busy rail line. It involved a commuterand a long-distance train.
Author: Sadina Aimee
Correspondent
Cambodia intensifies preparations for 20th Francophonie Summit
On April 26, Cambodia is advancing preparations to host the 20th Francophonie Summit which will take place in Phnom Penh on November 15-16 2026, with officials indicating that organisational work is progressing smoothly.
Timor-Leste to host Dili International Marathon 2026
Timor-Leste is set to host the Dili International Marathon on August 8, an event widely regarded as the country’s premier long-distance race.
Laos discusses tourism cooperation with the UK
On April 25, Laos Minister of Culture and Tourism Suansavanh Vignaket welcomed British Ambassador to Laos Mel Barlow for a courtesy meeting aimed at strengthening tourism cooperation between the two countries.
K-Pop group EXO adds second Singapore show amid high demand
South Korean K-pop group EXO is set to return to Singapore in July 2026. The group will perform two concerts at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. The performances are scheduled to take place on July 24 and 26.
Filipino dishes lead among world’s best
On April 22, three beloved Filipino dishes, Chicken inasal, Sinigang, and Adobong manok have gained fresh international recognition after appearing in the latest April 2026 rankings released by TasteAtlas on their website.
Indonesia to celebrate Francophonie Week 2026
Francophonie Week 2026 officially opened in Jakarta on April 20 and will run until April 24, bringing together diplomatic representatives and cultural communities from French-speaking countries.
Bali Spirit Festival strengthens wellness tourism in Indonesia
The Bali Spirit Festival, widely recognised as one of Southeast Asia’s pioneering international yoga and wellness gatherings, returns this year under the theme “Welcome Home.”
Filipino girl group BINI debuts at Coachella 2026
The Filipino pop girl group BINI continues to break records in the Philippines’ music scene as they concluded their Coachella 2026 feature on April 10 and 17. Composed of eight members: Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna and Sheena, the group has rapidly risen to prominence, becoming the most successful female Filipino artists in the country’s history and the second biggest overall act in the national music landscape.
Cambodia attracts holiday crowds during Khmer New Year
More than 4.3 million domestic and international visitors poured into Phnom Penh during the celebrations of Khmer New Year, traditionally celebrated between April 13 and 14, far exceeding expectations and reinforcing the capital’s reputation as a leading holiday destination.