BP-7 told to mend course methods JAKARTA (JP): The Agency for Pancasila Propagation was advised yesterday to invigorate its course methodology or keep on boring people with its dry lectures on the state ideology. Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono suggested the agency scrap its conventional teaching techniques which critics say are no longer appropriate.

OIC members urged to protect workers JAKARTA (JP): Women activists are calling on Azzedine Laraki, the newly elected secretary-general of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC), to insert into the agenda of member countries the protection of migrant workers. A peaceful demonstration was being organized to draw the attention of the OIC meeting, which concludes here today, toward the plight of migrant workers in many of the organization's 53 member states.

Broadcasting law lacking in clarity By Buni Yani JAKARTA (JP): Commercial television stations welcomed the passing of the broadcasting bill into law by the House of Representatives this week, but said they were still uncertain about some aspects of the new legislation. The final version of the government-sponsored bill, the first of its kind in Indonesian history, which will become law as soon as President Soeharto signs it, gives a short list of `don'ts' for TV stations to observe.

Garuda plans alliance with foreign airlines JAKARTA (JP): National airline Garuda Indonesia plans to set up operations with several Asian and European airlines, Garuda president Soepandi said yesterday. "We have received a direction from the Ministry of Finance that we may ally airlines from Europe or Asia," he said after launching a social mission run by Garuda pilots. He said Garuda might initially set up an alliance with a foreign carrier for marketing or aircraft maintenance.

Where to go in Bali: Music and Entertainment * Grand Hyatt Bali, Nusa Dua: Pasar Senggol - Balinese Village, daily, Kecak Dance, Friday and Tuesday, Legong Dance, Saturday, Arjuna Wiwaha Dance, Sunday, Balinese dance parade - Rejang dance, Puspawresti Dance, Belibis Dance & Jaran Teji Dance, Monday, Jegog performance, Wednesday, Ramayana dance, Thursday; Pesona Lounge - Live music by Philipino guitar duo, Medi & Boy, daily; Lila Cita Fun Pub - Rakata Disc Band, Friday and Monday, Spectrum...

Demolition of houses From Pelita The lack of openness in South Jakarta's P2K agency (the agency that supervises and controls buildings), has resulted in the forceful demolition of many houses in the Jagakarsa subdistrict. If the agency had been transparent with regard to its general and city planning regulations, the tearing down of the houses would probably not have taken place.

The Listening Post * Indonesians study English for a number of reasons, and foremost among them is to become qualified for study abroad. As Indonesia's development has forged ahead, many families have realized that their children deserve the advantages of a higher education in an international setting -- and the United States, for all its well-publicized difficulties and dangers, remains the most popular destination for university study.

'Magic' to come next year JAKARTA (JP): Former NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson is expected to visit Indonesia early next year for a friendly match, a source said yesterday. Johnson, who was banned from entering Indonesia in January 1994 because he suffered from HIV, and his team - the Magic Johnson All Stars - are to challenge Indonesia's national team and Aspac, the winner of the NBA-like Kobatama league, at the Senayan Indoor Stadium on Jan. 8 and Jan. 9.