March 18, 2025 | 07:33 pm

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Here are the highlights: A Guide to 5-Day Bali Itinerary: Top Activities and Must-See Spots; List of 17 Stadiums Inaugurated by Prabowo, Costing Rp1.74 Trillion in Construction Funds; and 8 Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan 2025, Top Hanami Spots.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. A Guide to 5-Day Bali Itinerary: Top Activities and Must-See Spots
Bali is one of Indonesia's favorite tourist destinations which is rarely deserted by both domestic and foreign tourists. Most tourists may be familiar with this island through the popularity of one of its beaches, Kuta Beach. However, Bali has more to offer.
Aside from its breathtaking coastline, the Island of the Gods holds other charms in its culture and mouth-watering cuisine. All of this certainly cannot be fully experienced in just a day trip.
2. List of 17 Stadiums Inaugurated by Prabowo, Costing Rp1.74 Trillion in Construction Funds
President Prabowo Subianto has recently inaugurated 17 stadiums simultaneously across Indonesia, which were built and renovated by the government, at Gelora Delta Stadium Sidoarjo, East Java, Monday afternoon, March 17, 2025.
In the inauguration, Prabowo stated, "In the name of Allah, today on Monday, the 17th of March, 2025, I, Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, hereby inaugurate the renovation and construction of 17 stadiums in Indonesia which have been completed."
3. 8 Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan 2025, Top Hanami Spots
Spring has arrived; trees are beginning to sprout leaves and flowers, including the revered cherry blossoms. These distinctive flowers, with their beautiful combination of pink and white colors, are best witnessed in Japan.
Cherry blossoms are not the official national flower of the Land of the Rising Sun. Nevertheless, the flowers come to mind whenever people think of Japan. Even the locals have a longstanding tradition of hanami, or cherry blossom viewing.
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Indonesia Lawmakers Set to Pass Amended Bill Allowing More Military in Government
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Prabowo has expanded the military's role since taking power in October after winning the presidential election by a big margin.
Here Are the Easiest Countries to Apply for Schengen Visa
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Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto Denies Resignation Talks
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Airlangga Hartarto denies rumors that he and Sri Mulyani are going to resign.
List of 17 Stadiums Inaugurated by Prabowo, Costing Rp1.74 Trillion in Construction Funds
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PSSI Chair Erick Thohir stated that the renovation of the 17 stadiums inaugurated by President Prabowo Subianto has met FIFA standards.
Prabowo: Indonesia Must Enter the 2026 World Cup
23 jam lalu

Prabowo said that football has become a symbol of a modern nation's pride.
Researcher: Sri Mulyani Resignation Rumors May Stir Market Uncertainty
1 hari lalu

Confusion about the possibility of Sri Mulyani's resignation from the Red and White Cabinet will leave the market puzzled.
10 Forbidden Places in the World, from Snake Island to France's Ancient Cave
1 hari lalu

These ten forbidden places in the world are scattered across different countries, not to be visited for reasons of security and sanctity.
Today's Top 3 News: Top 10 Things to Do in Bangkok, Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan
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Here is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today.
Prabowo Inaugurates Gresik's Smelter: World's Largest Integrated Gold Refinery
1 hari lalu

With the new precious metal refinery facility in Gresik, Freeport can now produce 60 tons of gold per year.
LPEM UI Survey: Economy Worsens as Prabowo-Gibran Administration Takes Off
1 hari lalu

The LPEM UI survey results show that the majority of economists believe that the condition of the Indonesian economy has worsened in the early days of Prabowo's administration.