Domestic violence in marriage: tackling the taboo
Analysis, Gender, SocietyMore than a decade has passed since Indonesia passed legislation on elimination of violence against women in the home. But as Dina Afrianty writes, most women still prefer to escape abusive marriages through divorce, rather than pursue charges against their husbands.
Youth smoking: an un-natural disaster
Analysis, Public health, SocietyThe recent death of a 27-year-old from laryngeal cancer has highlighted the problem of youth smoking in Indonesia. As Ayu Swandewi writes, the government has much work to do to address the aggressive targeting of young people by tobacco companies.
Rocks in the head: Indonesia's love affair with gemstones
SocietyIndonesia has been swept up in a gemstone craze. Enthusiast Houtmand Saragih explains the origins of the trend and why he is such a fan.