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Archive: 18 November 2001

36 articles found

Shopping malls become trendsetters

Shopping malls become trendsettersBenny Sindhunata, BIRO data center Shopping malls and plazas in big cities particularly in Greater Jakarta have played a significant role as trendsetters in the dynamic development of the country's retail industry.

Iwan Fals on stage and always in style

Iwan Fals on stage and always in styleHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Fauzan, an office assistant at a company on Jl. Sudirman, has spent the last several months watching every last rupiah. Yes, these are tough times for everyone, but that is not why he was being so careful with his money.

Sentani sheds tears as people bury Theys

Sentani sheds tears as people bury TheysR.K. Nugroho The Jakarta Post SentaniIntense grief gripped Sentani, Irian Jaya, on Saturday morning as more than 10,000 mourners attended the burial of pro-independence Papuan Presidium Council (PDP) chairman Theys Hiyo Eluay, 63.

On the Shelves

On the ShelvesSerat Cariyos Dewi Sri Dalam Perbandingan (A Comparison of the Goddess Sri in the Palymyra Manuscript); By Dra. Suyatmi, M. Hum, Kepel Press, in cooperation with the Adikarya Foundation of IKAPI and the Ford Foundation, 2001; xvii + 556 pp; Rp 35,000 The Goddess Sri occupies an...

Refugees take heart observing Ramadhan

Refugees take heart observing RamadhanThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Shopping malls in Jakarta and other big cities in Indonesia are putting up the sale signs, the prices of basic commodities are soaring and people are lining up at bus terminals and railway stations to buy tickets to return to their...

Papuans shed tears in Theys' funeral

Papuans shed tears in Theys' funeralR.K. Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, Sentani Intense grief gripped Sentani, Irian Jaya, on Saturday morning as more than 10,000 mourners attended the burial of pro-independence Papuan Presidium Council (PDP) chairman Theys Hiyo Eluay, 63.

Muslims in Pakistan and Indonesia share fasting faith

Muslims in Pakistan and Indonesia share fasting faithMehru Jaffer, Contributor, Jakarta The first revelations of the Koran were received by Prophet Muhammad in the heart of the Arabian desert some 1400 years ago and, until today, his followers around the world refrain from taking food or drink...

Personal trainers: Providing the motivation to get going

Personal trainers: Providing the motivation to get goingThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta It's now almost three weeks since Jeff and Heidi began a specially designed three-month fitness program. Their recipe for success is taking time, effort, initiative and also the added help of a personal trainer.

Lontar Foundation opening new avenues for literature

Lontar Foundation opening new avenues for literatureCarla Bianpoen, Contributor, Jakarta The Lontar Foundation, which has built a reputation for promoting Indonesian literature and culture, has established the Lontar Literary Awards to mark its 15th anniversary early next year.

Eaterie quiet as fasting month begins

Eaterie quiet as fasting month beginsDamar Harsanto and Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Most small food stalls across the capital were closed on Saturday, while larger eateries remained open, though fairly quiet, on the first day of the fasting month of Ramadhan.

Ethnic-centered for sophistication

Ethnic-centered for sophisticationMuara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Ethnic-style attire will challenge the array of elegant gowns as the vogue for Indonesian women's wear next year according to the Fashion Trend 2002 show organized by the Indonesian Fashion Designers' Association (IPMI) last week.

Lombok's tourist industry takes another beating

Lombok's tourist industry takes another beatingWahyuni Kamah, Contributor, Senggigi, Lombok There are about 10 tourists at the shuttle bus stop in Padangbai harbor, Bali, taking a few refreshments as they wait for the ferry to Lombok.

Sweet vermicelli to enliven Idul Fitri

Sweet vermicelli to enliven Idul FitriMehru Jaffer, Contributor, Jakarta Toward the end of Ramadhan, Muslims in Pakistan brim with a sense of goodness about themselves and the world around them.Having fulfilled an important obligation by fasting for an entire month they feel that they have taken...

Large chains keep on expanding

Large chains keep on expandingI. Christianto, Contributor, Jakarta Like other nations in Asia and other parts of the world, the retail industry in Indonesia has evolved significantly from poor traditional markets and modest kiosks to sophisticated hypermarkets and superstores.

RI role in Afghanistan depends on merit

RI role in Afghanistan depends on meritPriscilla Cheung, Associated Press, New York Indonesia's role in any international force in Afghanistan depends on whether the post-Taliban government "merits the support," the Indonesian foreign minister said Friday.

Making, and explaining, the decision on wear a head scarf

Making, and explaining, the decision on wear a head scarfSirikit Syah, Contributor, London A difficult question for me to answer and one I have been asked several times, is, "Why do you wear a head scarf?" In Indonesia, some of my colleagues and friends have asked me that question and in London,...

Making, and explaining, the decision on wear a head scarf

Making, and explaining, the decision on wear a head scarfSirikit Syah, Contributor, London A difficult question for me to answer and one I have been asked several times, is, "Why do you wear a head scarf?"In Indonesia, some of my colleagues and friends have asked me that question and in London,...

'I would rather be smart than beautiful'

'I would rather be smart than beautiful'Muara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Karenina, 18, shot to fame soon after her debut as a model in 1997, and has since remained one of the most sought-after models in town.

Ramadhan time for Jakarta

Ramadhan time for JakartaSundayMaghrib 5.53 p.m.MondayImsak 3:55 a.m.Subuh 4:05 a.m.

Myanmar bests RI in canoeing

Myanmar bests RI in canoeing JAKARTA: The Myanmar canoeing team bested its Indonesian counterpart at the Association of Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN) Canoeing Championships, which were held from last Monday until Thursday in Malaysia, by taking 12 gold medals, 11 silvers and seven bronzes from...

Some online shops make good progress

Some online shops make good progressHendarsyah Tarmizi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Almost not a day passed without the launching of a new dotcom company in early 1999 as local investors tried their luck in e- commerce following the success of the online business in the United States.

A piece of heaven on earth in Bali

A piece of heaven on earth in BaliHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Bali Is this heaven? No, it's Bali!I sent that cheesy SMS to a bunch of friends two weeks ago when I shamelessly left my editor and colleagues with a pile of work to do and flew off to Bali.

Dayak studies now on the curriculum

Dayak studies now on the curriculumErma S. Rankik, Contributor, Pontianak The State College for Islamic Studies in Pontianak, the capital of West Kalimantan, began offering Dayak studies this September.

Step-by-step manicure and pedicure at home

Step-by-step manicure and pedicure at homeMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta It may be one of those simple things to do in your daily life, but spending some time on a nail treatment will certainly make you look better and it says something about personal hygiene.

Sentani sheds tears as people bury Theys

Sentani sheds tears as people bury TheysR.K. Nugroho The Jakarta Post SentaniIntense grief gripped Sentani, Irian Jaya, on Saturday morning as more than 10,000 mourners attended the burial of pro-independence Papuan Presidium Council (PDP) chairman Theys Hiyo Eluay, 63.

Going Ethnic: Ethnic will be the flavor of women's clothes in

Going Ethnic: Ethnic will be the flavor of women's clothes in the coming year, according to last week's Fashion Trend 2002 show. Models took to the catwalk clad in skirts, blouses and gowns that combined a modern fashion sense with traditional Indonesian and Asian designs.

Dayak studies offered at Pontianak college

Dayak studies offered at Pontianak collegeErma S. Rankik, Contributor, Pontianak The State College for Islamic Studies in Pontianak, the capital of West Kalimantan, began offering Dayak studies this September.

French cringe ast images of colonial past

French cringe ast images of colonial pastKunang Helmi-Picard, Contributor, Paris The fall in France this year spotlighted the interest shown here for Pacific and Indonesian art. Asian art is also the focus of the Asian Art Week which started on Nov. 7 in Paris.

'Peniti Ronce'

'Peniti Ronce'By Dewi Anggraeni Part 2 of 2 Serena sits up abruptly, looking wide-eyed at her mother. "You mean ... ?"Her mother frowns a little. "I can't be 100 percent sure, Rena, but I am 90 percent sure.""How?" asks Serena, overcome with awe."I felt it, as I stared into the eyes of the snake.

Rhenald has something to teach the country

Rhenald has something to teach the countryK. Basrie, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta His first-ever role as a co-star in a TV commercial brought protests from colleagues, friends and fans."I received so many protests, especially from my audience who used to attend in my seminars and lectures.

What's it all about? Fasting

What's it all about? FastingIvy Susanti, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta This weekend, Muslims around the world mark the start of Ramadhan when they begin a month-long fast. There are many types of fasting for Muslims, which differ according to the differences among creeds, sects, nations and their...

Where to go in Jakarta:

Where to go in Jakarta:Exhibitions* Indonesia Art Awards 2001, the National Gallery of Indonesia, Jl. Medan Merdeka Timur No. 14, Gambir, Central Jakarta (Tel. 34833954), 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., until Nov. 20. * Indonesian Comic part 2, The British Council, S. Widjoyo Centre, Jl. Sudirman No.

On the record

On the recordArtist: The Groove, Album: Mata Telinga & Hati (Sony Music) This Bandung-based band is one group that doesn't have to worry about a sophomore slump, with their second album proving bolder and funkier than the first.

Boost your business with feng shui

Boost your business with feng shuiMaria Kegel, Contributor, Jakarta When business turned sour for Sam, he consulted a feng shui expert for help. He found out that there was more involved than meets the eye.

Designer Carmanita draws on Irianese inspiration

Designer Carmanita draws on Irianese inspirationHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta According to designer Carmanita, the trend for 2002 is all about deconstruction, something unfinished or incomplete.And so she called her collection for next year, Carmanita 2002/Infinita.

Ethnic-centered for sophistication

Ethnic-centered for sophisticationMuara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Ethnic-style attire will challenge the array of elegant gowns as the vogue for Indonesian women's wear next year according to the Fashion Trend 2002 show organized by the Indonesian Fashion Designers' Association (IPMI) last week.