by admin | Mar 23, 2025 | culture, indonesia, politics, religion, world
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Thailand pada dasarnya adalah negara di mana sebagian besar populasi beragama Buddha.
Di kawasan Sathorn, Bangkok, terdapat sebuah masjid dengan nama Masjid Jawa.
Berdasarkan namanya, masjid tersebut tampaknya mempunyai hubungan dengan Pulau Jawa di Indonesia.
ternyata Masjid Jawa ini adalah sebuah masjid yang didirikan oleh seorang pedagang asal Jawa.
Menurut Ketua Pengurus Masjid, Permsak Sutthichat, struktur masjid itu didirikan oleh Haji Muhammad Saleh, seorang pedagang dari Jawa.
Haji Muhammad Saleh saat berada di Thailand menemukan negeri tersebut kaya dan dipimpin oleh seorang raja yang murah hati.
Selain itu, dia mengatakan bahwa Thailand juga memberikan kemerdekaan beragama serta peluang ekonomi.
Permsak menyatakan bahwa Haji Muhammad Saleh setelah itu mendorong semakin banyak warga Indonesia untuk pergi ke Thailand, termasuk juga para teknisi.
“Mereka setelah itu memilih tinggal di komunitas tersebut. Haji Muhammad Saleh pun menyumbangkan lahan untuk konstruksi Masjid Jawa. Di samping itu, dana untuk membangun masjid ini juga terkumpul dari warga lokal,” jelasnya.
Warga Jawa telah berdatangan ke Thailand cukup lama, sejak masa Kesultanan Ayutthaya.
Selama masa pemerintahan Raja Rama V, ketika Masjid Jawa didirikan, sebagian besar pendatang Jawa hadir sebagai ahli teknik dan petani kebun.
Sutthichat menyebutkan bahwa Masjid Jawa sudah berumur 130 tahun, tetapi baru tercatat secara resmi kira-kira 120 tahun yang lalu, tepatnya di tahun 1905.
Dia menyebutkan bahwa Masjid Jawa bukan hanya dirintis oleh masyarakat Jawa, melainkan juga mendapatkan bantuan dari kelompok Melayu.
Walaupun demikian, desain bangunan masjid masih menampilkan ciri khas Jawa sebagai wujud penghargaan kepada tempat asal mereka lahir.
Sutthichat menyebutkan bahwa relasi di antara warga Indonesia dengan penduduk setempat sudah terjadi sejak dulu lewat proses pertemuan sosial, tukar-menukar informasi, serta perjalanan saling kembali.
Komunitas Masjid Jawa mendapatkan bantuan terus-menerus dari KBRI di Thailand.
by admin | Mar 23, 2025 | breaking news, history, news, sports, world
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– Mantan petinju kelas berat yang pernah menjadi juara dunia, George Edward Foreman atau
George Foreman
Diberitakan telah meninggalnya orang tersebut di Houston, Texas, AS pada hari Jumat, 21 Maret 2025 sesuai dengan waktu lokal. Berita duka itu disampaikan oleh keluarga melalui unggahan di Instagram pada akun resmi si juara tinju terkenal @biggeorgeforeman.
Hatinya patah,” demikian tertulis dalam postingan itu, memperlihatkan Foreman di tengah-tengah beberapa generasi keluarganya. “Dengan perasaan sangat sedih, kami menyampaikan kabar meninggalnya orang yang begitu kita cintai, George Edward Foreman Sr., yang kembali dengan tenang pada tanggal 21 Maret 2025, sambil dililit kasih sayang dari mereka yang ada di sisinya.
Sebelum dikenal sebagai juara dunia tinju, George Foreman pada awalnya adalah seorang remaja bermasalah yang sempat keluar dari bangku sekolah. Tetapi hidupnya berbalik haluan saat dia ikut dalam program President Lyndon Johnson’s Jobs Corps. Di sana, sang calon legenda tersebut mengekspresikan potensi tersembunyinya dalam cabang olahraga tinju.
Big George, sebutan yang kemudian dipakainya oleh para pecinta tinju di seluruh penjuru dunia, memperoleh ketenaran pertamanya pada Olimpiade di Kota Meksiko tahun 1968. Nama belaka belum memiliki makna dalam kancah olahraga ini. Kehebatan pukulannya serta cara bertandingnya yang menguasai lawan membawanya menuju gelar juara emas kelas berat dengan kejutan besar, sehingga nama Foreman pun mulai mendapat tempat.
Tanpa goyah oleh popularitas yang meroket di negerinya sendiri, sang petinju muda yang lahir pada tanggal 10 Januari 1949 di Marshall, Texas, melanjutkan karier profesionalnya dan memasuki jalur perburuan gelar juara dunia kelas berat. Pada titik tertinggi karirnya, tepatnya pada 22 Januari 1973 ketika masih berusia 24 tahun, dia sukses mengalahkan Joe Frazier sehingga resmi menjadi pemegang gelar juara dunia tanpa saingan dalam kategori tersebut.
Pertarungan spektakuler “The Rumble in the Jungle” yang diiklankan dengan gencar melawan saingannya sekaligus mantan juara Olimpiade dan ikon tinju, Muhammad Ali, semakin memperkenalkan dirinya kepada publik. Namun, kegagalannya pada pertarungan tersebut memberi dampak besar pada karir juara kelas berat-nya. Meskipun dia terus mencoba mengembalikan posisinya di puncak, dia akhirnya dikalahkan lagi oleh Ali dalam pertempuran ulangan ini.
Kedua kekalahan tersebut menghadirkan pemikiran ulang terhadap arah hidupnya dan akhirnya ia memilih untuk pensiun dari dunia tinju selama sepuluh tahun. Namun, Foreman membuktikan ketidaktersediaan dirinya kepada publik dengan comeback-nya saat berusia 38 tahun. Tanpa perlu banyak waktu, Big George langsung menyatakan dominasinya lagi di dalam ring.
Perlahan-lahan dia menuju ke arah gelar kelas berat sekali lagi, mencapainya dengan menghadapi Evander Holyfield pada tanggal 19 April 1991. Keterampilannya yang mampu bertahan dalam laga di usia 42 tahun telah menjadi prestasi tersendiri baginya, bahkan jika menurut penilaian awal ia diperkirakan akan kalah. Meski demikian, pencapaian tersebut belum bisa menyamai kesuksesan besar ketika dia bersaing melawan Michael Moorer.
Setelah memenangkan kembali gelar juara dunia kelas berat tanpa cela untuk kali kedua dalam hidupnya, Foreman membuktikan bahwa dia adalah salah satu dari para petinju paling hebat di segala zaman. Dia tetap aktif di ring tinju hingga beberapa tahun kemudian sampai akhirnya gantung sarung pada umur 48 tahun di tahun 1997, dengan mencatatkan total 76 kemenangan (di antaranya 68 melalui knockout) serta cuma lima kekalahannya saja sepanjang perjalanannya sebagai pejuang profesi.
Setelah pensiun, orang yang dijuluki Big George kemudian bertransformasi menjadi seorang wirausahawan yang berhasil. Dia pernah membuat pakaian casual bagi pria dengan ukuran ekstra besar dan mengenakan merek Big and Tall. Tetapi bisnis yang tetap bertahan hingga akhirnya adalah grill panggang bernama “George Foreman Grill”. Selain itu, ia juga menjalankan sebuah perusahaan dagang daging.
Dalam kegiatan bisnisnya yang padat, Foreman, ayah dari 12 orang anak, juga aktif dalam pelayanan gerejanya. Dia mendirikan Pusat Pembinaan Remaja, bernama George Foreman Youth and Community Center, pada tahun 1984. Sejak awal tahun 1980-an dia pun telah membangun sebuah gereja di Houston, Texas. Tempat ini menjadi tempat baginya untuk memberikan khotbah secara teratur dengan frekuensi tiga kali seminggu: sabtu malam, minggu pagi, dan minggu petang.
“Usaha saya adalah untuk mengekspresikan isi Alkitab yang tidak mereka kenali,” demikian kutipan dari Foreman.
The Sun
Saya paham bahwa orang-orang mencari hal yang bisa menolong mereka bertahan sepanjang minggu.
Dia menyatakan bahwa dirinya tidak pernah kekurangan inspirasi dalam memberikan ceramah atau membahas beragam subjek, mulai dari kemacetan lalu lintas, obat-obatan, sampai status Pluto sebagai planet serta sifat rahmat dan kemurkaan Tuhan. Dalam kapasitasnya sebagai seorang Kristen, dia mengakui telah dilahirkan kembali usai pertandingannya yang kalah melawan petinju dunia Jimmy Young tahun 1977. Pada saat itu, dia bahkan sempat pingsan dan hampir meninggal. Kemudian, dia merasa “tangan raksasa” tersebut memulihkannya, sehingga kesadaran pulih di atas meja ruang ganti dengan para teman dan staf di sisinya.
Di kamar mandi gantunganku aku bolak-balik mencoba meredakan kecemasan. Kemudian, dalam sekejap, aku bertarung demi kelangsungan hidup,” katanya. “Dari momen tersebutlah aku menyadari bahwa Yesus tinggal di dalamku.
Kisah perjuangan
George Foreman
Yang luar biasa di dunia tinju pun menjadi inspirasi untuk pembuatan film biografinya berjudul “Big George Foreman: Kisah Ajaib Sang Juara Berat Dunia”, yang diluncurkan pada tanggal 28 April 2023.
by admin | Mar 22, 2025 | cities and towns, tourist attractions, tourists, travel destinations, world
Although it was dubbed one of Britain’s least desirable locations to reside in, visitors apparently adore Crawley.
According to government statistics, the town of West Sussex has become one of the top destinations for international tourists.
It was ranked 15th according to the Office for National Statistics (
ONS
) list of destinations.
That put it above
Nottingham
(16th) Robin Hood’s home country, and Aberdeen (17th), which has frequently won the ‘Beautiful Scotland’ award.
Crawley, originating from the Old English term ‘crawe leah,’ signifying ‘a clearing frequented by crows,’ managed to surpass Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, and the renowned pilgrimage site of Canterbury.
The outcomes might be attributed to Crawley being home to
Gatwick
The airport, a key global hub utilized by millions of travelers.
Crawley was placed at number 20 on a list identifying the least desirable locations to reside in, as compiled by a national newspaper.
This ignited a strong defense from The Argus, a nearby publisher based in the Brighton area, stating that it was “a wonderful place to reside.”
The ONS report, which was based on the count of overnight stays, left out London.
The report indicated that the capital saw 20.3 million overnight visits in 2023.
Edinburgh, leading the chart, reportedly saw 2.3 million visitors as per the extensive survey, which was derived from responses collected from hundreds of thousands of participants.
Manchester (1.7M) secured the second spot and
Birmingham
(934,000) third.
Liverpool (900,000) and Glasgow (685,000) completed the top five list.
In 2023, foreign residents made 38 million visits to the UK, an increase from 31.2 million in 2022.
Expenditure rose as well, jumping from £26.5 billion in 2022 to £31.1 billion.
Moreover, even though the number of visitors is still below pre-pandemic levels, tourists who came to Britain ended up spending more money compared to 2019.
However, Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s proposal for a ‘hotel tax’ might result in visitors paying an extra £12 per night in the coming days.
Treasury authorities are known to have conducted ‘modeling simulations’ to assess the effects of implementing a comparable tax rate as the one used in France.
Over the Channel, the cost for overnight stays varies from under one pound per person each night at a campground to over twelve pounds in a five-star hotel.
Various councils such as those in Manchester, Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole have already implemented what is known as a visitor fee, which hotels may include on customer invoices.
A report from April of the previous year calculated that the fee generated £2.8 million for Manchester during its initial year.
Chancellor’s plan for an extensive strategy nationwide has faced strong resistance from global brands like Burberry and Watches of Switzerland, which sells Rolex, along with Heathrow and hotel magnate Sir Rocco Forte.
The London-based organization BusinessLDN similarly urged Labour to focus on implementing ‘growth-promoting’ strategies.
However, according to computations made by the economic advocacy group TaxPayers’ Alliance, implementing a £1.25 fee per night would generate approximately £560 million annually.
York, which was slightly ahead of Crawley on the list with approximately nine million visitors within a year, has readily embraced the concept of a tourism tax for the city to aid in maintaining attractions like the Roman walls and the Shambles shopping district.
In 2023, out of the top ten nations whose citizens visited the UK most often, seven were from the European Union.
The three countries outside the EU were the United States, Australia, and Canada.
In 2023, as was the case in 2022, the United States led the chart for international tourists, welcoming 5.1 million visitors.
The United States was trailed by France (3.2 million), Germany (3 million), and Ireland (2.9 million).
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by admin | Mar 21, 2025 | culture, islands, politics and government, travel destinations, world
If you’re seeking destinations with lesser crowds for your upcoming holiday, consider visiting some of the tiniest nations globally. These countries boast smaller populations, making them ideal for this purpose. Among these miniature states, Dominica has the highest population count, whereas the least populous nation is Vatican City.
The following are the tiniest nations globally according to BBC Science Focus Magazine:
1. Vatican City
The tiniest sovereign state globally, Vatican City, has approximately 517 inhabitants. Established in 1929 when Roman Catholicism gained special recognition within Italy, this autonomous nation houses several iconic landmarks such as St. Peter’s Square, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.
2. Tuvalu
Tuvalu is a tiny nation located in the west-central part of the Pacific Ocean. The country consists of nine scattered coral islands spread across an area of 676 square kilometers. Achieving independence in 1978, Tuvalu now boasts a populace of approximately 11,387 residents.
3. Nauru
Nauru is a small island located in Oceania with a populace of 12,769 individuals, making it the third least extensive nation globally. This sovereign state achieved independence in 1968. Situated approximately 4,000 kilometers northeast of Sydney, Nauru holds a unique position geographically.
4. Palau
Palau has been a small nation since as far back as 1000 BC. Although the country achieved independence in 1994, it established its constitution much earlier in 1981. Comprising 340 islands, Palau covers a total land area of approximately 459 square kilometers. With a populace of about 18,058 inhabitants, this tiny island state holds significant historical depth.
Is tap water safe to consume? Leading 10 Nations With The Most Expensive Visas For Nigerian Tourists Top 10 African Countries Boasting the Highest Minimum Wage 5. San Marino
Situated amidst the mountains of central Italy, the Republic of San Marino is a small nation with approximately 33,644 inhabitants. Covering an area of 61 square kilometers, it stands as the world’s oldest republic.
6. Monaco
Monaco stands as a sovereign state covering just 2 kilometers squared. With approximately 37,000 inhabitants, it is renowned for its gambling establishments and luxurious retreats primarily frequented by high-profile individuals and affluent people.
7. Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein is a small country in Europe with about 40,000 people living there. This country is famous for its mountainous landscape and views. The foothills in Liechtenstein comprise two-thirds of the nation’s total land area, 160 kilometres square.
8. Marshall Islands
The Marshall Islands is in Oceania and it comprises five major Islands with a total land area of 181 kilometres square. This Island has been existing since 2000 BC. It was granted independence by the United States in 1979 after being ruled by Germany, Japan, and Spain.
9. Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Kitts and Nevis holds the distinction of being the tiniest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere. With a total area of just 261 square kilometers and approximately 47,745 inhabitants, this Caribbean nation boasts a tropical climate that draws visitors from around the globe.
10. Dominica
Dominica should not be confused with the Dominican Republic. This island nation can be found in the Caribbean Sea, situated between Puerto Rico and Trinidad and Tobago. Its population is approximately 73,006 residents. Following prolonged colonization by European powers, Dominica eventually gained independence as a separate entity.
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by admin | Mar 16, 2025 | culture, living abroad, relocation, Travel, world
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A survey conducted by InterNations among expatriates living in 53 different nations worldwide revealed some insights.
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A recent survey has unveiled which nation ranks as the most welcoming place for expatriates globally, placing an Central American location at the top of the chart.
The outcome stems from a survey conducted by
InterNations
, a guide for expats, where foreigners living in 53 different countries worldwide were asked to rate their adopted homes.
Foreigners were queried regarding their social activities, if they felt like they had settled in, how easily they adapted to the cultural environment, and the amiability of the locals.
Therefore, where are the most welcoming locations for expats to relocate?
The friendliest…
Costa Rica
Costa Rica
tops the list as the most welcoming nation for expats looking to move abroad.
Most expatriates (88 percent) find themselves very welcomed in Costa Rica, and 83 percent report feeling at home there.

Over one-third (35 percent) believe that adapting to the local culture is quite simple, as opposed to only 21 percent globally.
A Canadian expatriate shares with InterNations: “The residents here are typically kind and delightful individuals. Over time, you get accustomed to embracing the ‘Pura Vida’ way of life in Costa Rica.”
With nine out of every ten expatriates deeming the locals as welcoming, it comes as no shock that 58 percent find forming friendships with people from this area quite straightforward.
Mexico
Mexico secures the second spot in the rankings thanks to high scores for its welcoming inhabitants.
Nearly 75 percent (73 percent) of expatriates report being satisfied with their social lives in Mexico, and an impressive 85 percent say they feel welcomed there.
According to 67 percent of expatriates, making local friends is straightforward. However, only 31 percent mention that most of their friends are Mexican, which significantly exceeds the worldwide average of 17 percent.
An American expatriate shares with InterNations: “Making social connections appears to be significant for locals, hence their enthusiasm in befriending newcomers, such as expats.”


The Philippines
Over forty percent of expatriates (41%) residing in the Philippines, which holds the third position on the ranking, mention that their primary friendships are with locals.
Nearly 70 percent (specifically 69 percent) of expatriates find it easy to make local friends in the Philippines, whereas 68 percent express satisfaction with their social lives in this Southeast Asian nation.
A UK expatriate shares with InterNations: “I adore the relaxed and unrestricted way of life here. People are always ready for a conversation.”
Almost eight out of ten expatriates feel welcomed in the Philippines (85 percent), and roughly four out of five (78 percent) report feeling at home there.
The least friendly…
Kuwait
Kuwait is ranked as the least welcoming nation for expatriates. Just one-fourth of these individuals feel welcomed in Kuwait (26 percent), and nearly half (49 percent) do not feel at home there.

Slightly less than half (47 percent) of the respondents find it challenging to adapt to the local culture, whereas merely 22 percent express satisfaction with their social life in Kuwait.
Over half (53 percent) of the expatriates interviewed mentioned that their friendships are limited to other foreigners residing in the Middle Eastern nation.
This might be due to the fact that 61 percent of expatriates mention finding it challenging to form friendships with locals in Kuwait.
Norway
Norway is placed near the bottom of the rankings. Many expatriates struggle to form local friendships in this Scandinavian nation, as indicated by 67 percent who say it’s challenging for them. Additionally, 49 percent express dissatisfaction with their social lives.
Fewer than half of the residents in Norway (49 percent) report feeling at home, whereas 40 percent perceive the locals as unwelcoming.
Foreigners also struggle to adapt to the local culture in Norway – and having language skills doesn’t appear to make much of a difference.
An expatriate from Kenya told InterNations, “Regardless of how proficient my Norwegian language abilities have become, I still struggle to form friendships with Norwegians.”


Germany
Germany likewise performs poorly, placing third from last in terms of friendliness with 32 percent of expatriates feeling unwelcome there.
Less than 40 percent (39 percent) of expatriates consider locals friendly in Germany, whereas 65 percent mention difficulty in forming friendships with people from the area.
A foreigner from the Czech Republic shares with InterNations: “Making friends with Germans can be challenging because typically, they tend to stick with their group of pals formed back in nursery school or during their education.”
THE MOST HOSPITABLE NATIONS FOR EXPATRIATES
1. Costa Rica
2. Mexico
3. The Philippines
4. Indonesia
5. Brazil
6. Thailand
7. Panama
8. Colombia
9. Kenya
10. Greece
11. Spain
12. Oman
13. Vietnam
14. Egypt
15. Portugal
16. UAE
17. Cyprus
18. Bahrain
19. China
20. Australia
21. New Zealand
22. Qatar
23. South Africa
24. Malaysia
25. Saudi Arabia
26. India
27. Hong Kong
28. USA
29. Ireland
30. Singapore
31. Belgium
32. Malta
33. Italy
34. France
35. Japan
36. South Korea
37. Poland
38. Luxembourg
39. Canada
40. Turkey
41. Netherlands
42. UK
43. Chile
44. Hungary
45. Denmark
46. Switzerland
47. Czechia
48. Sweden
49. Austria
50. Finland
51. Germany
52. Norway
53. Kuwait
Source:
InterNations
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by admin | Mar 15, 2025 | artwork, monuments, religion, vietnam, world
The 20-meter-high Maitreya Buddha statue located in the Mekong Delta has earned recognition from the UK-based travel publication Wanderlust as one of the globe’s most astounding colossal Buddha statues.
One of the most prominent features of Vinh Trang Pagoda located on Nguyen Trung Truc Street in My Tho City, within Tien Giang Province, is a massive 250-ton statue.
The monument was built using reinforced concrete and was unveiled in 2010, serving as an emblem of joy and wealth according to Buddhist principles.
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The Maitreya Buddha statue at Vinh Trang Pagoda is positioned above a platform and encircled by lush vegetation. Image courtesy of VnExpress/Tran Quynh
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The Vinh Trang Pagoda is among the earliest religious sites in southern Vietnam, established during the middle of the 19th century.
The architecture of the pagoda combines aspects from French, Roman, Khmer, Chinese, and Vietnamese styles.
In 1984, it was designated as a National Historic Site by the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.
The notable Buddha statues highlighted in the Wanderlust list can be found in Bhutan, Mainland China, Japan, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, and Thailand.
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