Conscience By Teguh Winarsho AS I still cannot change my fate although I have lived a married life for three years now and have a child. Just like when I was a university student, I now live on a monthly "subsidy" from my parents. What else can I do? I simply have to accept the fact that I still need this "subsidy" to survive. But, please, don't call us lazy bones. My wife and I have never stopped trying to be financially independent. Trying and trying and trying.

Anwar's wife set for poll KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): The wife of jailed former Malaysian deputy premier Anwar Ibrahim on Saturday unveiled a manifesto by her new political party for forthcoming general elections. Titled the "Agenda for Change," it spells out the struggle, guiding principles and reform programs of the National Justice Movement (Keadilan), Wan Azizah Wan Ismail told a news conference.

Composers, musicians prepare for Asian Music Week 2000 By Slamet A.Sjukur In anticipation of Asian Music Week 2000, The Japan Federation of Composers will organize two important concerts at Yokohama Minatomirai Hall next Aug. 4 and Aug. 5, presenting 14 composers from the Asian Composers League (ACL) and the International Society for Contemporary Music (ISCM). JAKARTA (JP): A change of millennium is undoubtedly more important than the arrival of a new year.

Yogyakarta photography show surveys the body, the city YOGYAKARTA (JP): A cross generation of styles are strongly reflected through the works of four Yogyakartan photographers in an exhibition titled, Simpang Empat, or Crossroads. The works of Agus Leonardus, Layung Buworo, Rama Surya and S. Setiawan, are on display at the Bentara Budaya in Yogyakarta until Aug. 1. Through his pieces, Agus challenges viewers to contemplate the images.

Indonesia labors to defeat Cambodian 1-0 in SEAG opener JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's soccer team kicked off to a good start after defeating Cambodia 1-0 in the preliminary Group B match at the 20th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Brunei Darussalam on Saturday. Andrian Mardiansyah, who replaced team captain and midfielder Bima Sakti in the first minute of the second half, kicked the only goal in the 93th minute of injury time from about 20 meters to the right of the net.

Senior and junior tenpin bowlers paired for gold By Ivy Susanti JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia will mate senior and junior tenpin bowlers to win at least two golds from the 12 events in the 20th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Brunei Darussalam next month, after years of not winning a gold medal. Old faces are dominating the national team, including Femmy Tjahjo, 54, and Yani Ruzgar, 51, in the women's team and Go Tjing-peng, 51, and Donto Nurrachman, 45, in the men's team.

Nine-ball game due to start today JAKARTA (JP): About 100 local billiard players will compete in a 16-day tournament held by the De Leila restaurant, from Aug. 1 to Aug. 17. Organizer Irma told The Jakarta Post on Friday that the tournament is open for both men and women where they will compete with nine balls. "The tournament is held to commemorate Indonesia's 54th independence day. We hope that through this tournament, we could create talented billiard players," Irma said.

Fast food: An issue of class, knowledge By Jules Bell Fast food, multinationals, mass production and marketing: What is this cocktail's impact on our health and environment? Should people be wary of the associated dangers of a fast and convenient lifestyle imported from the West? The Jakarta Post looks into the issue. JAKARTA (JP): Today the Kentucky Fried Chickens, Pizza Huts and the golden arches of McDonalds blend unremarkably into Jakarta's urban landscape.

Fast food: Yummy in the tummy, woe for the wallet By Irene Sugiharto JAKARTA (JP): We all know the potential health hazards of most fast foods. Still, it's hard to resist the temptation of the high-fat, cholesterol-laden but oh-so convenient treats, especially for the young. Many of us gobble up the goodies without considering the costs to their health in the future. Despite warnings about the dangers and its relatively high price now, fast food continues to grow in popularity.

Teten Masduki, a modest whistle blower By Yudha Kartohadiprodjo JAKARTA (JP): It is no secret that corruption is in rampant practice here and everybody would agree that it is one of the country's biggest enemies. When talking about efforts to fight corruption, we must refer to Teten Masduki, coordinator of the Indonesian Corruption Watch (ICW).

ASEAN scholars in S'pore SINGAPORE (AFP): Singapore on Saturday welcomed the first batch of scholars from nine other ASEAN member countries under a program providing university education to students affected by the regional economic crisis.

Speak up and be heard at Prasetiya Mulya institute Money, or its pursuit, talks at most business schools. At Prasetiya Mulya Business School, however, it is the students who are encouraged -- even demanded -- to speak up and say what they have in mind. No more tongue-tied eggheads sitting passively as the faculty member prattles away with his/her one-sided assessment of concepts and paradigms. Search in vain for nervous nellies taking root in dark corners of the room.

Taiwan VP voices bid to lead island TAIPEI (Reuters): Taiwan Vice President Lien Chan on Saturday announced his hope of becoming the island's next president, succeeding Lee Teng-hui, whose recent remarks on "special state- to-state" ties with China infuriated Beijing. Lien, who is Lee's carefully groomed choice, vowed to promote peaceful cooperation and normalize ties with rival China, listing it as one of eight reform moves he would pursue if he became president.

TV today TVRI 6:00 a.m. Morning News 7:00 Health and Fresh 8:00 Children's Program 9:30 Variety Show 10:00 Music 11:00 TV Drama 12:15 p.m. Comedy 12:30 Student's Quiz 1:00 TV Series: Empire 2:30 Children's Song 3:00 Sports 4:00 Regional News 4:30 Religious Teachings 5:00 Documentary 5:30 TV Drama 6:00 Sports 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Sports 8:30 Variety Show 9:00 World News 9:30 Music Program 2 4:30 p.m.

RI maids flee bosses KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP): Some 15,209 Indonesian maids have run away from their employers in Malaysia in the past two years, the Immigration Department said Saturday. Some left because they could not tolerate the long working hours, some were involved in fraud, some could not work with employers of a different religion, and others stole from their employers, said the department's director-general, Aseh Che Mat, the national news agency Bernama reported.

Military 'does not want' authoritarian government JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's new government, to be established in November, must be strong but not authoritarian, Minister of Defense and Security/Indonesian Military (TNI) chief Gen. Wiranto said on Saturday. Addressing a seminar titled Establishing a New Indonesian Government, Wiranto said the military was in favor of a strong new government, which could protect its people and survive the destabilizing effects of the crisis.

The favorite designers who make the stars sparkle By Agni Amorita JAKARTA (JP): Elizabeth Hurley is pretty. But a few years ago she was known only as a fashionable girl about town from Britain and the girlfriend of actor Hugh Grant. She opened a new page in her life when she wore a violet gown designed by Gianni Versace to the London premiere of a Grant film. The long dress was split down both sides and held together with decorative safety pins, revealing Hurley's beautiful body.

Debutante Putty hopes to be top bowler JAKARTA (JP): She is 17, yet she has enough guts to fight for the number one spot in the national ten-pin bowling community, which is now dominated by over-50-year-old women. Junior bowler Putty Insavilla Armein said she covets the gold medal at her international debut in the 20th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Brunei Darussalam next month.

Acclaimed 'angklung' school reopens By Kafil Yamin BANDUNG (JP): Children handed out angklung to the audience, which mainly consisted of bemused Westerners. A music director appeared on stage and told the audience that each of the traditional bamboo instruments bore a number. "Shake it when I give you the number by a hand signal," the director explained as he gestured the different numbers. Once the audience understood, the director began making various hand motions.

Spotlight Photo A: Food JP/alx FOOD FOR ALL: The U.S. Christian Broadcast Network's executive Mark McClandon (third left) distributes free lunches to poor people living in a slum area in Bongkaran, Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta. The charity event, held on Monday, was organized in cooperation with the Indonesian Relief Fund and an NGO, Gerakan Peduli Terang untuk Bangsa.

Indonesian food still unknown in U.S. By Lily Tumbelaka NEW YORK (JP): It is called the culinary embassy of the world. And it is true. For Indonesians living in New York, it is always a special privilege to eat Indonesian food, and usually it is at the embassy or consulate one can eat ethnic dishes, especially at Ramadhan, the Muslim holiday for the end of fasting. This is when ethnic dishes are served.

Jewels in the sea of Maumere Bay marine parks By Yacob Herin MAUMERE, Flores (JP): The many marine parks of Flores are being promoted for tourism. Chief among them are ones around the islands in Maumere Bay in Sikka regency, which have acquired an international reputation as waterfront tourist attractions.

Wara's paintings portray people's lives as mysteries By Chandra Johan JAKARTA (JP): In the midst of the empty dark plain and silent and tenacious atmosphere -- a dark-red sky like blood and a rolling clod of cloud -- are three human figures. They look strange and mysterious, with eyes as big as table-tennis balls. The strangeness is accentuated by a flower behind one of the three figures, a bald headed figure in a sitting pose, who appears to part-buried in the mourning earth.

Romance is in the air at Padi-Padi Cafe By Irene Sugiharto JAKARTA (JP): Kemang in South Jakarta was once the elite, quiet residential neighborhood where a lot of expatriates chose to live. But that was a long time ago. Foreigners are still there, but not the quiet. Kemang has developed into a business district with many art galleries, restaurants and cafes. Padi-Padi Cafe and Gallery is quite distinctive from other cafes in the area.

Love affairs, lies and stereotypes JAKARTA (JP): The truck stopped abruptly in front of a motel- like building on the main road to Surabaya, and the driver jumped out, instructing his conductor to park the truck and get it ready for the continuation of the trip. He was impatient to meet his waiting lover, a country girl. Love affairs between long-distance truck and bus drivers with girls along the road are typical. But such love affairs occur not only among the common people.

Batam deserted after 13 killed in clashes BATAM (Agencies): Batam Island remained calm despite prevailing tensions on Saturday following ethnic clashes that killed at least 14 people. The cities were deserted while a number of armed military men stayed on guard. Even though many shops were not closed, most only opened their doors for a short time. Schools were closed as rumors of possible fresh outbreaks of riots circulated.

Wimar's dangerous ordinariness Menuju Partai Orang Biasa (Toward the Ordinary People Party); By Wimar Witoelar; PT Gramedia Pustaka Utama, Jakarta, Second edition, March 1999; 323 pages. JAKARTA (JP): Is Wimar Witoelar a dangerous man? goes the editorial of Golkar's affiliated tabloid Siaga, the content of which is primarily dedicated to shift public opinion toward supporting Habibie's election as the next president. The answer is not an easy one.

Styrofoam: Not as harmless as it looks By Stevie Emilia JAKARTA (JP): Next time you have lunch at a fast food restaurant, pay more attention to how your meal is served. You might notice something that you overlooked before: the use of styrofoam packaging in the cup, plate or take-out box. About two decades ago, styrofoam was hardly seen here. People used banana leaves or paper to wrap food, or brought their own food containers, especially when they bought soup at a take-out food outlet.