Until today, some tribes in Indonesia use traditional weapons as tools for hunting, self-defensing, and attacking someone or something. Even more, some people who still believe in superstitious thinks that traditional weapons are surrounded by mystical power.
Brahmanto Anindito
Gegana, a Life between Bombs, Protections and Rescues
When I was younger, all I knew about Gegana is a bomb disposal unit. Just like what I saw in the movies. You know, cut the blue or red cable things. So, they must be show up only when there is a suspected bomb somewhere in the city.
We Played These Traditional Games in Indonesia
Today is Children’s Day in Indonesia, which falls on July 23rd. How was your own childhood? Ours was filled with joy and excitement as we indulged in a plethora of traditional games unique to Indonesia.
Korpaskhas TNI AU, the Orange Beret
As we know, every component of military power has at least one special force. Speaking of which, this is Korpaskhasau (Korps Pasukan Khas TNI Angkatan Udara) or Air Force Special Forces Corps. Formerly known as Komando Pasukan Gerak Tjepat (Kopasgat), the corps has headquarters in Margahayu, Bandung. Like in Kopassus or Kopaska, each personnel of Paskhas must have para-command qualification.
Happy End, Sad End, atau Cliffhanger: Alternatif Mengakhiri Cerita atau Bab
Ending atau pamungkas suatu cerita barangkali hanya bagian kecil dari bangunan cerita. Namun, perannya begitu krusial, mengingat bagian ini berpengaruh sekali dalam membentuk kesan akhir di benak pembaca. Sebuah ending yang baik tentu dapat membuat audiens membaca atau menonton ulang karya tersebut sambil membawa perasaan kagum… atau kecewa.
Kopaska: No Obstacle Cannot be Defeated
When you ask people about the name of Indonesian elite force, most likely the answer is Kopassus. That’s correct. But obviously, Kopassus is not the only special forces that Indonesia has. I bet you’ve heard about Kopaska too. If Kopassus is an Army, Korpaskhas is air force, Kopaska or Komando Pasukan Katak (Frogmen Command) is a Navy. Precisely, it’s a tactical unit for underwater demolition.