Diphtheria Outbreak Hits Indonesia, Jakarta's Dance Festival Gets a 'Dress Code' From Officials, and More: The Evening Bulletin

Extreme Weather in Jakarta Beyond Predictions
Disaster officials (BPBD) are as surprised as any of us by the heavy rainfall and strong winds that hit Jakarta in the last couple of days. Yesterday, the heavy rain resulted in the worst flood in recent months, causing major delays in traffic. —The Jakarta Post

Indonesia Hit With Diphtheria Outbreak
Indonesia is trying to contain the spread of Diphtheria, a rare disease commonly found in children that can lead to breathing difficulties, heart failure, and paralysis. So far, 11 provinces across the country have reported unusually high number of cases of the disease. Since January 2017, there have been 613 reported cases of Diphtheria, with 32 fatalities. The government kicked off a vaccination campaign yesterday, which will provide rounds of free immunization to people in Jakarta, Banten, and West Java. —Katadata/ The Seattle Times

Malaysia Police Arrests Suspected Indonesian Terrorist
An Indonesian has been arrested in Malaysia for allegedly being involved in the pressure cooker bomb explosion in Bandung earlier this year. Tito Karnavian, Indonesia's Chief Police, said that he is working with the Malaysian police to bring back the alleged terrorist to Indonesian soil. "They're ready to deport him," Karnavian said today. —Tempo

DJs at Djakarta Warehouse Project Asked to Dress 'Appropriately'
Tinia Budiati, the head of Jakarta's Tourism and Cultural Office, told the press that performers at this year's dance music festival Djakarta Warehouse Project have to dress to reflect "Eastern culture." The organizers of the festival said that they've passed this along to the DJs. DWP is no stranger for controversy. Every year, many push the Jakarta government to ban the festival for allegedly promoting indecent behavior. —Detik

Thailand Now Home to World's Deadliest Roads: Report
Nowhere on Earth is more dangerous to drive than Thailand, according to a recent report by World Atlas. The report ranked countries worldwide based on road fatalities and accident rates and found that it was more dangerous to drive in Thailand than in… say Libya (#2 on the list). —Bangkok Post

Death of 19-Year-Old Dutch Model Raises Concerns of Foul Play
The parents of Ivana Smit, a woman whose nude body was found on a Kuala Lumpur rooftop after falling 20 stories, have asked Interpol to launch an investigation into the case after local police ruled the death an accident. Her father says he had bruises on her neck that looked like she was pushed from the balcony. —Malay Mail

Marawi Muslim Refugees Find a New Home in Christian-Majority City
The battle to retake the Philippines city of Marawi from ISIS-linked militants left an estimated 600,000—mostly Muslim—residents displaced. Today, the city is back under military control, but few of the displaced are eager to return—fearing violence and retribution from militant groups. Now the Christian-majority city of Cagayan de Oro is offering them a new home, complete with schooling for their children and, for some, access to jobs. —LA Times

Singapore Launches Electric Car Share Program
The initiative, which will allow residents to rent electric cars for short-term use, is the latest attempt to reduce car ownership in the crowded city-state. Singapore recently announced a no new cars plan for next year in an additional attempt to push the population toward public transit. —Reuters

Eating Is Bad for Your Soul
Jainism is a religion with some of the most extreme dietary restrictions in the world: no animals, dairy, root vegetables, honey, or booze. So what can you eat? MUNCHIES investigates. —VICE

What to Do When Your Marriage Just Isn't Going to Work Out
Not every marriage is built to last. But what's it take to get a divorce in Indonesia? We spoke with an attorney to find out. —VICE

13 Netflix Tricks Everyone Should Know
Our guide on how to "Netflix and Chill" like a pro. —VICE

Why Do Couples Speak to Each Other in Baby Speak?
Want to know the reason your boyfriend keeps calling you snugglepuffs? Blame his mom. —VICE