Passing away gracefully: Prajudi's last collection By Dini S. Djalal JAKARTA (JP): Fashion shows are often lighthearted occasions, but last week's Trend 1996 show provoked tears and contemplation. The death of designer Prajudi Admodirdjo, an integral member of the show's organizers, the Indonesian Fashion Designers Council (IPMI), shocked the fashion world to its senses. That the show was wonderful is a testimony to Prajudi's legacy.

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Kemang's bookstore swaps used books for baskets JAKARTA (JP): There are few shops where you can swap books for baskets but the Maharani bookstore in the expatriate ghetto of Kemang is one. Opposite Chic's Mart on Jalan Kemang Selatan, South Jakarta, this hole-in-the-wall shop holds more than 3,000 secondhand books for sale, or swap. Maharani's owner, Dewiyanti Elizabeth, also has a cane shop, so baskets line the footpath in front of the bookstore.

1996 trends show nostalgia for 1960s chic JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Fashion Designer's Association (AAPMI) staged a similar Trend Show, called Tendance 96, the day after IPMI's show. Is competition heating up between the two organizations? Designers declined to comment on the rivalry, but IPMI's efforts far out staged its competitors. Presentation played an important role in IPMI's dominance.

RI rowers grab all three gold medals at stake By Dwiatmanta CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): Indonesia's rowers carved out a piece of history when they completed a clean sweep in that competition at the 18th Southeast Asian Games here yesterday. All three gold medals at stake yesterday went to Indonesia, bringing the rowing tally to seven golds. They grabbed their first four on Friday to help Indonesia maintain some of its former dazzle at the nine-day sporting event which will conclude today.

Common sense: Don't leave home without it By Dini S. Djalal JAKARTA (JP): Ever gone on a beach holiday with four pairs of jeans and only one pair of shorts? It's a common blunder. Even the most veteran traveler has toured burdened with excess luggage and without a single necessity. Traveling is as complicated as quantum physics. You can experiment a thousand times, but still not get it right. Reading my guide won't solve your travel woes either, just as writing it won't solve mine.

Medal Tally Gold Silver Bronze Total Thailand 143 93 89 325 Indonesia 76 61 75 212 Philippines 31 42 61 140 Malaysia 29 47 67 143 Singapore 24 24 38 86 Vietnam 10 18 24 52 Myanmar 4 22 37 63 Brunei 0 2 6 8 Laos 0 1 6 7 Cambodia 0 0 2 2

Next generation of newspapers: You can't wrap fish in it NUSA DUA, Bali (JP): Reading a newspaper on the beach means fighting the wind; reading on the train may disrupt the view of other passengers. Things will change, however, thanks to a dream that has nearly come true. By the end of the decade, you will be able to read your newspaper while driving, making coffee or cooking dinner. The next generation of newspaper will be an affordable electronic tablet.

Big powers' doubts pose porblems for ASEAN plan By Roberto Coloma BANGKOK (AFP): Southeast Asian nations have forged a landmark treaty banning nuclear weapons from the region after prolonged negotiations, but now comes the hard part: getting the Big Five powers to support the pact.

Riding city buses in awful JAKARTA (JP): Have you ever tried to travel in the evening on one of Jakarta's unaccountable public vehicles? They're simply murder on wheels. Looking as if they could fall apart any moment, they tear through the streets without any qualm for the bumps and potholes they meet as they go. They care least for the people clutching onto anything they can get hold of in the backseat.

'Silat', badminton save day for Indonesia By Dwiatmanta CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): Pencak silat and badminton saved the day for Indonesia in the Southeast Asia Games, as Thailand was formally declared the outright overall champion yesterday. Dethroned and humiliated, Indonesia salvaged its pride by grabbing eight golds from pencak silat, a traditional martial art that had its origins in Indonesia, and four from badminton, a sport in which Indonesia has dominated the world scene.

Holiday is a necessity for Jakartans There are several things we can't live without. Holiday seems to be one of them. As the long-awaiting holiday season is coming, people are busy with their travel plans. Holiday also means money for travel agents, hotels, airlines and others involved in tourist industry. The Jakarta Post writes a special report about holiday. More stories on page 6. JAKARTA (JP): Harry, Cathy and their only daughter are busy packing for a trip to Australia.

Singh hangs on to 2-stroke lead MANILA (AFP): India's Jeev Milkha Singh Saturday maintained his two-stroke lead over compatriot Arjun Atwal after both players carded even-par 72s in the third round of the Omega Tour's US$200,OOO Philippine Classic.

Results CHIANG MAI, Thailand (Agencies): Finals results at the Southeast Asian Games on Saturday: Table tennis Men's singles: 1. Vu Manh Cuong (Vie) 2. Hadiyudo Prajitno (Ina) 3. Anton Suseno (Ina) Women's singles: 1. Jing Jung Hong (Sin) 2. Rossy Pratiwi Dipojanti (Ina) 3. Anisara Muangsuk (Tha) Doubles men: 1. Indonesia 2. Indonesia 3. Thailand Doubles women: 1. Indonesia 2. Singapore 3. Thailand Mixed doubles: 1. Singapore 2. Indonesia 3. Singapore 4. Indonesia Snooker singles: 1.

SEA Games Tid Bits London blitz CHIANG MAI, Thailand (AFP): The main venue for the games is a brand new sports complex just outside this northern Thai city that has been getting rave reviews from athletes and the press. But lately it has begun to look a little like London during the blitz, with more than a dozen balloons floating overhead. The balloons -- some round, some shaped like tiny blimps -- bear the names and colors of the games' main sponsors.

Susi takes out Thai shuttler to seize gold CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): Local badminton heroine Somharuthaui Jeroensiri failed to add insult to injury in the 18th Southeast Asian Games here yesterday when she crashed to Indonesian Susi Susanti in the women's singles final. It took title holder Susi only less than 20 minutes to seal the persistent challenge of the Thai woman, scoring a thumping 11-2, 11-4 win that handed Indonesia its sixth badminton gold.

Haryanto pleads to press to respect his rights JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Transportation Haryanto Dhanutirto, whose wealth has been the subject of media speculation these last two days, pleaded with reporters yesterday to respect his rights. "Please show some respect for me," Haryanto told reporters who crowded around him for comments at his office last night.

Indonesia loses overall champion title JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia has fallen far short of its goal of becoming the overall champion of the 18th Southeast Asian Games in Chiang Mai, Thailand, according to contingent spokesman Ishadi. He calculated that Indonesia would only be able to collect 85 gold medals, or 80 percent of its target of 99. Indonesia had collected 59 gold, 48 silver and 68 bronze medals as of Friday.

Foreign labor a major issue in Malaysia By P Ramasamy There are more than one million foreign workers, many illegal, in Malaysia. This is both an asset and a liability to the country's development. Malaysia seems to be caught in a development dilemma. With more than a million foreign workers in the country, it finds it difficult to extricate itself from the status of a labor- intensive nation.

Holiday revelers brace for yearend JAKARTA (JP): It's holiday season and people are busy making travel plans. Some are going as far as the United States or Europe while others are satisfied with local destinations. Here is what people who are lucky enough not to have to work say about the season and their plans: Markus Wauran, a member of the House of Representatives: My favorite holiday resorts are Bali and Batam. I love Bali because of its gorgeous beaches and rich culture.

The turtle dove By Abrar Yusra Two days after his return from his hometown in Java -- to visit one of his children, in-laws and grandchildren -- Pak Darwis carried the cage of his turtle dove from his wife's house to her daughter Sakdiyah. It was still very early in the morning. The old man grumbled in his deep and hoarse voice. "My turtle dove almost died in its cage," he grumbled, "so I got rid of your aunt, damn wife!

Luxury cruise ships offer unique travel experience By T. Sima Gunawan JAKARTA (JP): If you are bored with "conventional" holiday, you might want to try something different: Cruising. Indonesia's first luxury cruise ship, the Awani Dream, anchored at the Tanjung Priok sea port of Jakarta on Nov. 15. It took its' maiden voyage last week and will be officially launched next month. Like other cruisers, the 12,000-ton Awani is no ordinary ship.

Around 3,000 foreign artists paint Indonesia By Amir Sidharta JAKARTA (JP): More than thirty years ago, in 1964, a five- volume album titled Paintings and Statues from the Collection of President Soekarno of the Republic of Indonesia was published. Since then, the publication set the standards of collecting art in Indonesia.