Firman Firdaus

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However, this progress does not come without social and environmental costs. Once lush with dense trees, forests, and rice fields, Cibening Village is gradually transforming into a "new city" with all its bustling activities.

The dialectics of development?

It is expected to significantly reduce travel time from Jakarta to Purwakarta and attract further investments in West Java, ultimately stimulating economic growth.

This toll road, part of the National Strategic Project, stretches approximately 64.05 kilometers, passing through Bekasi, Karawang, and Purwakarta.

Cibening Village, located in Setu, Bekasi Regency, West Java, Indonesia, is one of the areas affected by the construction of the Jakarta-Cikampek II South Toll Road (Japek II South), which connects the Jakarta Outer Ring Road and Purbaleunyi Toll Road.

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Ulos is one of the most treasured cultural heritages of the Batak people in North Sumatra, Indonesia. More than just a piece of fabric, ulos embodies profound philosophical meanings that reflect life, spirituality, and familial bonds within the Batak community.

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Would absolutely love to be included!

Tibet: Freedom Denied — Lynn Johnson In the future this place will be known only as China. Tibet—Land of the Snow Leopard, prayer wheels and yak herders—it is being transformed by degrees as the Chinese erase both Tibetan religion and c...

I really love this kind of "old color" tone. Great story also, from one of my favourite photographers.

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2024: The year in pictures It has been an unprecedented and historic year. Look back at some of the most memorable moments.

2024 in pictures. Great edits.

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Tanah Abang Station, Jakarta, Indonesia, on busy hour.

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Time to go home.

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Suburban Development (ongoing) Population growth and suburban expansion have significantly reshaped human settlements, driven by rising demand for housing…

This issue is particularly prevalent in densely populated suburban areas.

Explore my ongoing, long-term photography project on suburban development here:

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Demolition activities in public areas, whether aimed at repairs, maintenance, or the installation of new facilities like fiber optic cables for communication, often cause significant inconvenience to the public, such as severe traffic congestion.

Preserving Hope in Ngada The natural riches and the wisdom of its people intricately thread the continuity of traditions, inviting you to embark on a journey…

Ngada, situated in the East Nusa Tenggara province of Indonesia, is one of the regencies dividing the island of Flores, with Bajawa as its capital. As of the 2010 national census, the population of Ngada Regency was 142,254.

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In the age of TikTok and Instagram, it's rare to come across a well-curated travel stories website like this. Well done!

Wow, you really have well-presented website!

Suburban Development (ongoing) Population growth and suburban expansion have significantly reshaped human settlements, driven by rising demand for housing…

Population growth and suburban expansion have significantly reshaped human settlements, driven by rising demand for housing, infrastructure, and resources.

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Currently Bsky is a really heavy apps. Feels so slow.

Entrance to Blok M MRT Station, Jakarta, Indonesia.

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Public space. #photography