New criminal laws have been proposed in Indonesia, and means that citizens and tourists may face jail time or receive fines for engaging in pre-marital sex. The densely populated Islamic country believes that they must protect their citizens from behavior that ‘contradicts God’s word’.
If passed, the law states that sex may not take place outside of marriage which includes same-sex couples. It will also prohibit couples from living together before marriage and adultery will also become a criminal offense. The criminal code also includes jail time for women who have an abortion. The only time abortion is deemed permissible is if there was a medical emergency or the pregnant woman has been raped. Fines will be given to those promoting contraception to minors.
Parents, a child or a spouse can inform officials of the criminal offense. Jail time may range from six months to one year.
Blasphemy laws will also be tightened and insulting the president or vice president will be criminalised.
Same-sex marriage is not recognised in Indonesia. This means that the LGBTQIA+ community would be heavily affected if the law is passed. Even though homosexuality is not illegal in Indonesia, it is frowned upon. Their law does not protect the LGBTQIA+ community from discrimination and hate crimes.
The proposed criminal code has caused uproar among many. More than 300 000 people have signed a petition urging president Joko Widodo to not pass the law.
Australia has already updated their Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website to warn their citizens about the possibility of the laws being passed. They have warned citizens and possible travelers of the new laws that may be passed.
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Bridal capes are a great option for brides that are looking for a little something extra and for those that are looking to break away from the norm.…
The fact of the matter is that not all women like wearing heels, some actually dread it. If you find yourself in this group, you definitely won’t want to be uncomfortable on your wedding day, knowing that you are going to spend the entire day on your feet. All you want to do is remember your special day and have fun! So why not step out in style with a pair of wedding kicks instead?
Sneakers are universally loved for adding a street-chic element to any outfit, but who’s to say that you cannot wear it on your wedding day? There is a wide range of unique sneakers for brides and grooms, but the one you pick will be entirely dependent on your style. You can keep it classic with white or you can be bold and add a pop of colour. Add playful touches with lace, embroidery, satin, embellishments or opt for a pair of espadrille sneakers that are a bit more quirky. Customize your sneakers with bows or rhinestones – the possibilities are endless!
Brides can also opt for wearing heels to their wedding ceremony and then switch to sneakers for the reception. Being comfortable while being yourself is the most important, so we’re here to serve you with some serious sneaker inspo:
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When it comes to booking holidays, it’s always best to plan in advance. The earlier you book, the higher the chance is of scoring a great deal. Incentives…
A cute and fun DIY idea for wedding decor – create origami hearts that you can place on tables or arrange them on a photo frame for a focal piece.
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Supplies (find them at your nearest craft shop):
- origami paper R78/24 sheets
- glue R50/100ml
- photo frame R190/300 x 500mm
- double-sided tape R30/18mm
Steps:
- Fold the origami paper up and down, left and right.
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Open the paper again and fold left and right into the centre. Keep it there.
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Fold the top and bottom into the middle and fold the top down.
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Fold the bottom up in the same way.
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Fold the bottom part to the left and right according to the crease.
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Similarly, fold the upper part to the left and right according to the crease.
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Fold in the top and bottom corners
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Fold the upper right and the lower left so that they widen.
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Fold the top and bottom so that the front is a solid.
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Push in the left and right corners and the centre of the 3D part
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To complete the 3D heart, tuck in the folds at the bottom so that they fold over one another and stay in place.
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Then glue the open sides of the heart. If you’d like to scatter the hearts around, then this is the last step.
- If you’d like to arrange the hearts on a photo frame then take the empty frame with a backing and use double-sided tape to attach the hearts to the frame in an arrangement of your choice.
- There you have it!
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Gone are the days when monetary gifts are seen as rude and unthoughtful. Nowadays most people live together before marriage so they often don’t need the traditional gifts.…
Whether it’s been five, 10 or 20 years, renewing your wedding vows is a great excuse for a ‘second wedding’. Let all those around you know, that your love is just as strong as it was when you first said ‘I do’. If you’re looking to reignite the love here’s how to renew your wedding vows.
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Renewing your wedding vows is a great way to celebrate a marriage milestone like an anniversary. Many couples start renewing as soon as one year after marriage. Usually you host your own vow renewal ceremony but sometimes the couple’s children plan and host the party for their parents.
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The main focus is your vows. Put a lot of effort in to it and speak from the heart. You should have new and different things to say compared to your wedding day vows, since you’ve grown as a married couple.
Since it is a more ‘relaxed’ commitment, the event can be hosted anywhere. From a place of worship to your house. If a place means something to you and your partner then that’s all that matters. Any person of your choice can ‘officiate’ your wedding.
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This is a very special occasion and it’s best to be surrounded by loved ones and those closest to you. However if you want a huge soiree then the more the merrier.
The attire is completely your choice. If you and your partner want to go super fancy then so be it. This is your time to do whatever you want, especially if you had to do what others wanted on your big day.
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Have fun! Think of it as a big party with the focus on you and your partner. A part of the night is dedicated to declaring your love for one another (again) but a lot of it is a celebration.
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