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South China Morning Post
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Mega speakers for festivities in Indonesia trigger uproar, religious edict
The practice of blasting towering speakers stacked on trucks and boats in Indonesia to celebrate events ranging from weddings to national holidays is increasingly drawing a chorus of public disapproval, even from religious leaders. 'Sound horeg' – from the Javanese word for 'vibrate' – is a type of street entertainment involving very loud music systems that has taken off in East and Central Java in recent years. Ahead of Indonesia's August 17 Independence Day, officials and police are weighing between curbing bone-rattling speaker volumes and maintaining peace among residents who enjoy the rowdy spectacle. In early August, a woman watching a sound horeg show in Lumajang Regency reportedly collapsed and died after complaining of dizziness. The cause of death remains unknown, but the incident has further fuelled debate over the entertainment that has grown steadily since it first began in the city of Malang in 2014. Videos posted on social media show trucks rigged with speaker towers rolling through packed streets, pumping out bass-heavy beats capable of shaking nearby windows. Such loud volumes can damage hearing or cause other health problems, according to critics. David Stefan, owner of Malang-based sound system rental company Blizzard Audio, told national broadcaster Metro TV that to date, there were around 1,200 businesses around Malang catering to the demand for sound horeg, 500 of which supplied 'large capacity' speakers.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Homeowner Is ‘Very Overwhelmed' by the ‘Constant Noise' Her Neighbors Make While Entertaining Guests
A Mumnet user vented about how her neighbors are loud while entertaining guests during the week and on weekends Wondering if others have experienced this, the homeowner sought feedback about what the 'normal' amount of noise is Some fellow users validated her concerns, with one person writing, 'It would drive me mad and I would probably move'An 'overwhelmed' homeowner is making some noise in an online community forum to garner feedback about noisy neighbors. The homeowner explained on Mumsnet how her neighbors are loud on the weekends and during the week while entertaining guests. 'My neighbors constantly have friends around and they entertain outside on their patio, which is right next to our patio,' she wrote. 'Sometimes there is lots of loud music from around lunchtime until 10 p.m. on the weekend.' 'There has been mid-week loud music when their kids entertain,' she added. 'I can hear it everywhere in the garden and in the house with the windows open — unavoidable as it's hot.' The woman said that she also enjoys having friends over 'like once a month,' so not as frequently as her neighbors. 'As it is hot, their kitchen doors are all open,' she wrote. 'I get to 'enjoy' their TV mid-afternoon, radio all morning, etc. These aren't super loud, but it all adds up. They also blast music really loudly while they mow the lawn.' 'I am feeling very overwhelmed with the constant noise from next door,' she continued. 'They are not friendly people and I doubt approaching them would do anything. I am also aware it could be much worse!' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Wondering if other people have experienced noisy neighbors, the woman asked, 'What is 'normal' for garden noise from neighbors?' Mumsnet users had mixed responses about noise levels. 'Well, I hate to say it but all of those you described just sounds like 'normal' garden' noise to me,' one reader replied, while another commented, 'I'm noticing a trend of complaints by people who seem to think they are entitled to detached in the countryside levels of silence in the garden when they live in a residential area in a town.' Another user wrote, 'It would drive me mad and I would probably move.' Read the original article on People
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Letters to Sports: They need to turn it down at Dodger Stadium
As someone who has permanent ringing in the ears (tinnitus) as a result of hearing damage from concerts, I must take exception to how loud the music is played at sporting events these days. Despite quotes from Dodger players and executives stating how "great" the loudness at Dodger Stadium is, they are putting the paying customers and employees at risk for hearing loss with the excessive volume. Entertaining the fans is one thing, assaulting the delicate instrument that is our ears is quite another. I'm sure they could turn it down to safer decibel levels and everyone will still have a good time. Mark Furcick San Pedro Dodger Stadium hosts a Military Appreciation Night, a Salvadoran Heritage Night, and a Guatemalan Heritage Night. But we will never see an Autism Spectrum Night. The ear-shattering sound system would cause fans to run from the stadium screaming in pain and terror. Advertisement I suffer from a condition called hyperacusis, where loud noises can cause ear pain lasting for days or even weeks. It's rare in the general population, but more common among autistic people. I love baseball, and used to love going to Dodger Stadium from the year it opened until 20-something years ago. But now I'd have to wear industrial-strength ear protection. Russell Stone Westchester I used to like bleacher seats but won't sit there again — way too loud right under the sound system. Bob Wieting Simi Valley Sure it's 'entertainment.' Sure the players like the enthusiasm. But there are seats located beneath or near speakers that are simply painful to the ears. Advertisement Richard Melniker Los Angeles Pain at Pauley Pavilion Thanks for the excellent article on loud music at Dodger Stadium, which reminded me of how annoying it was to watch UCLA basketball at Pauley Pavilion last season. Constant painfully loud rap and techno-music, measured at 90 decibels, which according to OSHA, can cause hearing damage from two hours of exposure. As an older alum, I would prefer to hear just the sound of the band playing and the cheers from the crowd. Tony DeRiggi Sacramento Go to the bullpen What genius decided to use position players to pitch in the ninth inning when the team was either way ahead or way behind in a game? It's embarrassing to see lousy pitching, bases loaded, and hitters scoring. Use a regular bullpen pitcher, and spare us, your fans, from flinching. Advertisement Deborah R. Ishida Beverly Hills Ace in the hole Considering his recent outings and record, you'd have to say Clayton Kershaw is now the Dodgers' staff ace. Great story for him, maybe even worthy of comeback player of the year, if he keeps it up. Also more than a bit ironic, given the big money paid to the Dodgers' underwhelming three free agent starters. Kershaw might be barely hitting 90 mph on the radar gun, but he's pitching effectively, and more important, taking his turn in the rotation — which is a noteworthy achievement on this staff. John Merryman Redondo Beach Envision it Ever since he got his vision corrected in April, Max Muncy has been on a hitting tear! Which has me wondering … when can we expect a bobblehead night for his ophthalmologist? Advertisement Nick Rose Newport Coast Memo to the Los Angeles Dodgers: Find out who Max Muncy's eye doctor is and send the rest of the team to him. Ira M. Friedman Beverly Hills Thunderstruck Congratulations to the Oklahoma City Thunder for winning the NBA title. One thing I noticed about this very young team is how mature and classy they are. They don't make ridiculous gestures like some of the old veteran superstars i.e. "Night Night," "Ice in the Veins," etc. I hope you veterans can learn something from these young champions. Paul Kawaguchi Rosemead The Los Angeles Times welcomes expressions of all views. Letters should be brief and become the property of The Times. They may be edited and republished in any format. Each must include a valid mailing address and telephone number. Pseudonyms will not be used. Advertisement Email: sports@ Get the best, most interesting and strangest stories of the day from the L.A. sports scene and beyond from our newsletter The Sports Report. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Daily Mail
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Awkward moment influencer 'blasting loud music' to make TikTok videos outside a restaurant in Monaco is 'asked to leave' by security
This is the awkward moment a 'rude' influencer who was 'blasting loud music' to make TikTok videos is allegedly asked to leave by security. Aubrey Bella, a travel blogger, was enjoying a meal in Monte Carlo, Monaco, when a woman set up a tripod right in front of her view of the legendary casino. Known for being the second-smallest sovereign state in the world after Vatican City with a radius of just 0.8 square miles, Monaco's exclusivity attracts the ultra-wealthy. The influencer plugged her phone onto a stand with a built-in ring light and allegedly started blasting 'loud music' to make TikTok videos, according to Aubrey. She filmed the woman setting up her camera and she appears to tell other tourists to move out of her shot at one point. Aubrey said: 'When you just want to relax on vacation but "influencers" are out in the wild too.' The content creator was allegedly told by the manager of the restaurant to leave three times before they called security to ask her to leave the premises. 'She gets told to delete all photos and escorted off the property,' Aubrey added. The unnamed woman - who was sporting a white satin dress - was also reportedly standing there for more than an hour filming clips for her social media account. Aubrey wrote: 'True story: Hanging out in Monte Carlo in this picture perfect spot to watch all the cars drive-by and the casino… This influencer comes up towards our table and starts making TikTok videos. 'But the thing is… The sound was on so loud! She was there for over an hour IN FRONT OF OUR TABLE! Blasting music. 'The manager told her to leave three times. They finally had to call and escort her off the property and have her delete all the photos and videos because they were high profile people in the back of her videos.' Those who viewed Aubrey's clip commented their thoughts, with one writing: 'She deserves it.' Another said: 'Not the bombastic side eye when she is the one in the wrong!!' Aubrey responded: 'Rightttt, she was soooo rude.' This comes as a woman was baffled when she was handed a menu with no prices on it in a Michelin star restaurant in Monaco. Lili Claire, an Australian living in Paris, travelled to Monaco for a trip with her boyfriend and they decided to dine out at Le Grill, which is located inside the prestigious Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo. The content creator was allegedly told by the manager of the restaurant to leave three times before they called security to ask her to leave the premises But the 25-year-old was shocked when she opened her menu and there were no prices on any of the dishes. However, her boyfriend opened his menu and saw how much each dish cost printed along the side, with Lili alleging that Le Grill, which holds one Michelin star, gave out different menus based on gender. Some dishes were priced at eye-watering amounts, such as 320 euros (£271) for caviar and 80 euros (£67) for ricotta pasta. She filmed the bizarre experience and wrote: 'Just found out that fancy restaurants in France give out different menus to men and women. Menus with no prices for women and menus with prices for men.' The original clip, which was uploaded last year to Instagram, got more than 22million views and 1.4million likes. The cheapest starter on the menu at Le Grill is the smoked Scottish salmon with cream cheese and pickles for a whopping 65 euros (£55). Le Grill's grilled sea bass with fondant fennel, golden artichokes, small capers and basil costs 110 euros each (£93). And if you opt to have a side dish of mashed potatoes, fries or grilled vegetables, they will each cost you 18 euros (£15) A bowl of farmer's vegetables, pesto and small spelt will also set you back 60 euros (£50). F&B Director at Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo told Femail: 'The menu with prices is always given to the customer who made the reservation. It's true that at Le Grill, the majority of reservations are made by men, but the opposite may also be true.'
Washington Post
17-05-2025
- General
- Washington Post
Carolyn Hax: As weather warms, neighbors' loud parties are becoming a nuisance
Adapted from an online discussion. Dear Carolyn: I live in a neighborhood where the homes are very close together. In the summer, my next-door neighbors periodically hold parties with loud music in their backyard, which is annoying with an infant, but it never woke them up when they were a newborn, so I've always just tolerated it in an attempt to be neighborly.
