Cambodian royalist urges ASEAN cease-fire role CHONG CHOM PASS, Thailand (Reuter): The commander of royalist forces fighting to maintain control of a key stronghold in northwest Cambodia yesterday called for regional help to mediate and guarantee a cease-fire in the war-torn country.

Sarik dealers hunt for best buys JAKARTA (JP): "We buy junk from you and sell antiques to you" is the life motto of the Sarik antique dealers on Jl. Ciputat Raya, not only in serving customers but also in surviving tough business times. These natives of a tiny village in West Sumatra have literally cornered the local market in selling antiques. Much of their success can be tied to their willingness to go in search of mementos and knickknacks for their shops.

Anggun sings her way on ambitions of world fame By Helly Minarti JAKARTA (JP): Go international are sacred words in the entertainment world. As "global market" becomes familiar terminology and brings a borderless world to mind, hitmakers in Indonesian music are setting their ambitious sights on distant shores. Plenty have tried, some have made slights inroads but many never go far.

Wardiman inspects festival preparations TOKYO (JP): Indonesian Minister of Education and Culture Wardiman Djojonegoro arrived in Tokyo Friday morning to inspect preparation and the progress of the Indonesia-Japan Friendship Festival 1997.

Venues on track for KL games KUALA LUMPUR (AP): The main stadiums, swimming pool and athletes village for the Commonwealth Games to be held here next year will be completed ahead of schedule, the builder told Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad yesterday. Officials from United Engineers Malaysia (UEM) Bhd. informed Mahathir the facilities will be finished by the end of this year, the national news agency Bernama reported.

Malaysia bans Moslem men from bodybuilding KUALA LUMPUR (DPA): Malaysia's Sarawak state has banned Moslem men from participating in bodybuilding contests because they expose "forbidden" parts of their bodies, news reports said yesterday. The state's Islamic department warned the Sarawak Body- Builders Association that it will take action against any Moslem men participating in the "Mr. Kuching Festival 1997", scheduled to be held later yesterday. Kuching is the state capital city.

When tour's home away from home JAKARTA (JP): A few months ago my neighbor, Ibu Etty, asked me to accompany her on a tour to Europe, all expenses paid, hotel, airfare, three meals a day and city tours. It sounded like winning a lottery, so I immediately said yes. Ibu Etty sells cars for a living and for reaching a certain sales target she gets an all expenses paid tour for two to the destination of her choice.

Creativity key in surviving new TV times By Sirikit Syah SURABAYA (JP): These are cutthroat times in the TV business as the five privately-owned broadcasting stations vie for choice pieces of the advertising pie. Each is fattening its investments and turning up the creativity quotient of its programs to attract viewers -- the lifeblood of ratings points and advertising rupiah.

TV today TVRI 6:00 a.m. TVRI News 6:25 Morning News 6:45 Religious Teachings: Hikmah Pagi 7:15 Live Reports: Float Parade from Monas 9:30 TV Drama: Di Sekitar Kita 10:00 TVRI News 10:30 Children's Program: Arena Kami 11:30 Teenagers' Program: Temu Remaja 12:10 p.m.

Readings show spirit of independence By Yenni Kwok JAKARTA (JP): Independence Day is more than a celebration of freedom from foreign rule. For those with creative minds, it also signifies freedom to express oneself. As civil servants hoisted flags and neighborhood children vied in sack races, artists chose to celebrate in their own style. After all, is there anything more valuable to the motherland than giving the best of one's talent?

Career women skirt traditional gender traps By Yogita Tahil Ramani JAKARTA (JP): Living true to their nurturer trademark, some career women take pride in exercising their soft skills as mediators and whispering important tidbits into the right ears. The irony? Men are still the ones seated in the tall, cushioned seats. Women in the workplace, an issue as feminist-oriented as Madonna opting for the garb of a nun, was the topic of a recent seminar held at the Regent Hotel, Jakarta.

Famous Ciputat antique showcase began small By Edith Hartanto Antique dealers on Jl. Ciputat Raya are holding a month-long fair to fete Indonesia's 52nd independence anniversary. The Jakarta Post talks to dealers about the ups and downs of the antique business, and about how this high street on the outskirts of South Jakarta became famous as the place to purchase objects of the past. JAKARTA (JP): Pelikan was once the lone antique shop on Jl. Ciputat Raya.

Embattled AIDS poster girl fights on By Cecilia Quiambao MANILA (JP): The sky is falling in fast for Sarah Jane Salazar, the brave, street-savvy AIDS poster girl of the Philippines who dared nurture love despite the stigma of the fatal disease. One month after giving birth to a love child, the 24-year-old found herself in jail for her unlawful relationship with a 16- year-old boyfriend who is below the age of consent. She subsequently lost her child to a foster home.

Original 'Cosmo' girl Brown touts the beauty of sex By Dini S. Djalal JAKARTA (JP): Fun, fearless, female is the catchphrase for Kosmopolitan, the new magazine in town. Sounds familiar? It should, because Kosmopolitan, launched on Friday, is Indonesia's own Cosmopolitan, the groundbreaking U.S.- publication now published in 32 countries. Around the world, its barely-clad cover girls and articles on sex never fail to raise chaste eyebrows -- no proselytizing gospel for modesty or chastity.

Boom or bust for TV stations Today marks a trio of TV birthdays as Televisi Republik Indonesia (TVRI) celebrates its 35th anniversary, Rajawali Citra Televisi Indonesia (RCTI) turns 9 and Surya Citra Televisi Indonesia (SCTV) is 8. They face tough times ahead in competing for viewers, as well as the intense advertising war among the total of five private television stations. The Jakarta Post's team of reporters Listi Operananta, Ivy Susanti, Christiani S. Tumelap, Imanuddin, Sri Wahyuni, I.

Robin Singh takes India to test lead COLOMBO (AFP): Robin Singh smashed his first one-day century and Mohammad Azharuddin completed 7,000 limited overs runs as India flayed new-look Sri Lanka for 291 for nine in the third and final one day international here yesterday. All-rounder Singh hit 100 off 102 balls, sharing a third- wicket stand of 162 with Rahul Dravid (78) and a quickfire 62 for the fourth with Azharuddin (34) after India were sent to bat.

Singing the traffic jam blues JAKARTA (JP): Getting trapped in traffic is no different from passing a kidney stone. It's painful but it's something you can't get out of. Blast the radio with music by Soundgarden or Nine Inch Nails in a vain effort to psyche you up, but the mellow tune of REM's Everybody Hurts creeps slowly beneath the core of your heart. Rain starts to pour. What to do next?

The disabled unfriendly city Every individual has the right to feel safe and at home in the city where they live. Whether the person belongs to the minority or the majority of the population, the ultimate goal of life is to be happy. But a city's infrastructure must support one in living comfortably and safely. Bandung's current condition does not reflect this ideal, and Jakarta is no exception. On the road, people encounter congestion, traffic jams, jaywalking etc.

Digital television coming on stream By I. Christianto JAKARTA (JP): You will soon be able to enjoy cinema view and compact disc sound on your television sets as local broadcasters are starting to embrace the latest digital technology. At least two Indonesian companies are planning to offer digital services throughout the archipelago using satellite networks. But this pay television will not be cheap. The pay-television will come via Direct-to-Home (DTH) satellite services.

Susi and Joko meet Chinese foes in Sanyo World Cup finals By Primastuti Handayani YOGYAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's Susi Susanti and Joko Suprianto square off against Chinese opponents in today's singles finals of the 1997 Sanyo World Cup badminton championship. Their success at the Among Rogo sports hall here yesterday was not shared by compatriots Sigit Budiarto and Candra Wijaya in the men's doubles. The world champions fell to Lee Dong-soo/Yoo Yong- sung of South Korea 15-8, 8-15, 12-15.

An evening's delight with Indian rhapsody and dance By Yogita Tahil Ramani JAKARTA (JP): Eyeballs bulged in crazed wrath and a face contorted in disgust etched eminently beautiful characterizations of emotional disgust and turmoil. Footwork did some talking, but the repertoire of limb movements and facial expressions spoke volumes, translating lyrical verse of Indian revolutionary poet Sri Subramanya Bharati into a fusion of dance and acting.

Quizzes are hot ticket in intense TV ratings war By Listiana Operananta and Ivy Susanti JAKARTA (JP): Over the past few years, local TV stations have been cramming their program line ups with quizzes -- ranging from crossword puzzles to family games -- to draw viewers and lure potential advertisers. Apparently, quizzes are so popular that no TV station, state or private, can afford to overlook them.

Burhan sets course record for 1st title SURABAYA (JP): After struggling for three years on the professional circuit, Burhan Bora from Makasar Golf Club won the Prasidha East Java Open golf title by a stroke at the Ciputra Golf course here yesterday, setting a course record of 66 (33 33).

Worker killed in fire JAKARTA (JP): A fire on the fifth floor of the Pasaraya shopping center in Blok M, South Jakarta, killed a worker and seriously injured his younger brother yesterday. A South Jakarta fire brigade official, Tugimin, said Maman, 29, and his brother Oleh, 19, were inside an air conditioning duct fixing the foam rubber layer when a fire suddenly started and burnt the duct.

How to govern humanely in a brave new world On Humane Governance: Toward a New Global Politics, By Richard Falk, The Pennsylvania State University Press, 1995 288 pages JAKARTA (JP): This book focuses on governance and systems of governing, not governments. It invites reflections on the shortcomings of present governance systems in the world, prodding us to consider alternatives to remedy the failings.

A souvenir from another place By Ismet Fanany Minangkabau people have long talked of their tradition of leaving home to seek their fortunes or study in other provinces or even abroad. Gradute students from across world have studied the phenomenon. Every angle is scrutinized -- including motivations for the custom, its social and economic impact, and how it has changed over time. However, to people in the village of Kotopanjang, these academic concerns are irrelevant.

Dubbing foreign films is not mere double-talk By Lie Hua JAKARTA (JP): A film depicts a made-up representation of reality. It is not reality but derived from reality and speaks to viewers through a visual discourse. A good film is understood even in silence. Charlie Chaplin's films are fine examples of this characteristic of a moving picture. In brief, a film presents a portrait, in varying degrees of accuracy, of reality. Human beings perceive their surroundings through language.

Buying antiques takes time in spotting fakes JAKARTA (JP): No fail-safe rules prevail on how to buy antiques and, more importantly, how to spot a fake. Even the most seasoned dealers have fallen victim to paying high prices for top-notch reproductions and knockoffs. Rule of thumb is buyer beware. Antique collectors and dealers have recommendations for helping buyers guard against being conned. 1. Better shop around Never buy antiques on impulse.

Govt gives unclear signals on fate of broadcasting bill By Imanuddin JAKARTA (JP): The government's unprecedented decision to return the broadcasting bill to the House of Representatives (DPR) for further deliberation left many bewildered. Uncertainty is particularly pronounced among legislators. B.N. Marbun, one of the House members assigned to reopen discussion on the government-initiated bill, said he did not know why the step was taken.

What they say about TV programs By Christiani S. Tumelap JAKARTA (JP): A variety of programs are screened by the seven local television stations. Some are cherished, while others are cursed. Five people from different walks of life shared their views on television programs with The Jakarta Post.

Grandmasters drub computers in AEGON By Kristianus Liem JAKARTA (JP): The 12th AEGON Human versus Computer tournament in The Hague this April was another fine rendition of the annual event. Fifty of the world's very best computers were pitted against an assortment of human opponents, ranging from club players to this year's 12 Grandmasters. The modified Swiss system event, played at a time control of 90 minutes plus 30 seconds per move for one game, produces 300 games in its six rounds.

Past loves: Tales of four devoted antique collectors By Emilie Sueur and Edith Hartanto JAKARTA (JP): It is different strokes for different folks in deciphering the attraction of antique collecting. For British businessman David A. Whitaker, it runs in the family, at least his wife's family. Indonesian businesswoman Dewi Motik Pramono is drawn by both sentiment and the desire to preserve national heritage. Pakistani diplomat Ghufran Memon's love developed as he grew up surrounded by antiques.