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A$AP Rocky, the rapper reinventing masculinity

Like many of his peers, the global superstar grew up amid poverty and violence. Yet he stands apart in the world of rap. He rejects homophobia and misogyny, embraces being 'Mr. Rihanna' and is open about caring for his children. A Chanel ambassador, he is both an heir to the tradition of Black dandyism and the embodiment of a modern masculinity less bound by traditional norms.

A$AP Rocky, the rapper reinventing masculinity

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5 Things to Do in Jakarta This Weekend: From Art Fairs to Cosplay

Looking for weekend plans? From photography and illustration to cosplay and movies, here are five Jakarta events worth checking out.

  • PELITA Literacy Park event on September 19 with scholarship opportunities
  • Jakarta Illustration and Creative Arts Fair (JICAF) 2026 at Agora Mall from September 17-October 4

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