Ken Pattern's art takes a new turn Ivy Susanti, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After nearly 13 years in Indonesia, Canadian landscape artist Ken Pattern still finds the country and its people perplexing. This is reflected in one of his latest works, Key to the Empire, where a map of Java is placed in the middle of a green labyrinth. Another painting, This Way, portrays an underground labyrinth with green walls on the left and the right, leading nowhere.

TV Program: Sunday, Dec. 9, 2001 TVRI 3:00 a.m. Ramadhan Program 5:00 Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Cartoon 8:30 Children's Program 9:30 Music 11:00 Regional News 11:30 Documentary 12:00 p.m. Traditional Comedy 1:30 Religious Teachings 2:00 News 2:30 Children's Program 3:30 Documentary 4:30 Cartoon 5:00 Documentary 6:00 News 7:00 Comedy 7:30 Songs and Dances 9:00 News 9:30 Music 10:30 Sports Program 2 5:30 p.m.

Modernity makes an appearance Andrew McCathie, Deutsche Presse-Agentur, Kuala Lumpur For decades self-styled serious Asian travelers have looked down on Kuala Lumpur. But the 1997 Asian financial crisis and its aftermath means that the Malaysian capital has been throwing off its image as a sleepy post-colonial town. For anyone returning to Kuala Lumpur after a break of six years or more, the city appears almost unrecognizable.

Dahlan's simple recipe for success Ainur R. Sophiaan, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya His day-to-day appearance could be considered eccentric when compared to the usual attire of executives. Dahlan Iskan does not carry a mobile phone. He does not have his own special office to work alone in. He goes everywhere in sandals or sports shoes and wears T-shirts or casual shirts. He takes his meals anywhere, from street food stalls to luxury restaurants. He dislikes formality of any kind.

An adventure of the most rapid lifestyle changes What do many Indonesians have in mind about this country? Its oil? Sand? Date? Football team and leagues? The Emirate Airline? The teasing prices at its airport dutyfree shops? Or simply as one of the richest countries in the world? Many of us here might not know that, for example, the United Arab Emirates consists of seven emirates, or principalities, and President Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan has ruled the federation for 30 years.

Older models back in demand Muara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Like yesteryear's fashions being given a reworking for a fresh new look, older models are also returning to sashay again on the catwalk. Ria Juwita and Henidar Amroe, two top models of the 1980s, highlighted the show of Sebastian Gunawan earlier this year, while no fewer than six "veteran" models appeared alongside their younger colleagues in Oscar Lawalata's show.

More malls open in Jakarta, Botabek At least three shopping malls in Jakarta and surrounding areas of Bogor, Tangerang and Bekasi (Botabek) began operating during the third quarter of this year. The new malls include ITC Fatmawati in South Jakarta, Mal Ramayana in Celeduk, and the first flour of Plaza Pondok Gede, both in Botabek area.

'Tis the season of getting swindled This time of year is when it seems all the bad guys, and some gals, crawl out of the woodwork looking to make a fast rupiah. I had thought I could rely on my own sense of judgment, but I was wrong. At the end of November, on my last day in Jakarta before I returned to my second homeland of Australia, I wanted to buy some books recommended to me.

Now We're Cooking: Has dinner become, well, a bit boring, with the same old dishes night after night? If so, have we got a treat for you this post-fasting month celebration. Our recipes for Spicy Prawns and Creamy Pudding are certain to have your family coming back for more. Good Conduct: Addie MS dreams of introducing Western classical music to all Indonesians.

Hitting the boredom threshold all by our lonesomes The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A couple of editions ago, Jeff and Heidi related how the watchful eye and soothing (sometimes reprimanding) words of a personal trainer were what kept them on the straight and narrow as their fitness program continued. With trainer Diding Waluyo from Quantum Athletic Club in Kuningan, South Jakarta, at their side, they persevered, despite the small gains made in the initial month of the program.

Batam tripartite meeting proposes 5% wage rise Fadli The Jakarta Post Batam A tripartite meeting attended by businessmen, labor and government representatives has agreed to propose a five percent, or Rp 25,000, increase in the minimum wage for the industrial island of Batam in Riau province, officials said on Sunday. The proposal was approved by Batam Mayor Nyat Kadir and has been presented to the Riau governor for endorsement or rejection.

He is the Indonesian Entrepreneur of 2001 and is often referred to as the country's Rupert Murdoch, yet he does not have his own office and prefers casual clothes and sneakers. Ever humble, Dahlan Iskan discusses his efforts to turn the Jawa Pos Group into one of Indonesia's largest media and business conglomerates. Page 3 A Fashionable Life Designer Peter Sie was a trailblazer in Indonesia's fashion industry, becoming the first male here to make his mark designing women's wear.

JP/FESTIVE Bali Offering joyous festivities for old and young OR Celebrate your holiday in style on the Island of the Gods OR Celebrate your holiday in style in Bali Rita A. Widiadana and I Wayan Juniarta The Jakarta Post Denpasar Let's cherish the year that has almost passed and welcome the one to come with joy and glory. This is a happy moment to celebrate with your loved ones.

'You cannot have regrets in life' Bruce Emond, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta If Rhoma Irama was the king and Elvi Sukaesih the queen, then Camelia Malik was the next in line to the throne in the realm of dangdut music in the 1980s. While showing her moves as a dancer and branching out into acting over the years, Camelia has remained true to the Arab-influenced music as it has risen from the passion of the common man to gain mainstream acceptance.

30th Anniversary of UAE National Day ---------------------------------------------------------------- On Dec. 2 this year, the federation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) marked the 30th anniversary of its national day. The reports on this page reveal in brief the past, present and future of the federation. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Since its creation on Dec.

A land of time-honored traditions and rapid lifestyle changes What do many Indonesians have in mind when they think of the United Arab Emirates? Its oil? Sand? Dates? Football? Emirates airline? The teasing prices at its airport duty-free shops? Or simply as one of the richest countries in the world? Many of us might not know, for example, that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) consists of seven emirates, or principalities.

A life of fashion and good friends Bruce Emond, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta It was 1968, the country was slowly returning to normalcy after the turmoil of the previous three years and designer Peter Sie took time to survey the fashion landscape around him. He had every reason to feel pleased about his own success.

Cafes: Comfortable weekend places for all Asniar Sahab, Contributor, The Jakarta Post Cafes have been growing fairly rapidly in Jakarta recently and have become a lifestyle choice. They are popping up most noticeably at shopping centers. Malls are no longer just shopping venues but also gathering places for teenagers, who go there to enjoy the atmosphere of cafes instead of shopping. There are a variety of cafes, which offer various delicacies besides coffee and tea from different countries.

After four days, Tommy gets his uniform The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After being bombarded with criticism by the media, policemen on Saturday were seen escorting their top detainee Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra before journalists, but this time wearing a dark blue outfit -- a detainee's uniform. The police apparently did not want to risk further censure for not providing a uniform for Tommy. Apart from the uniform, Tommy will -- beginning on Saturday -- spend the night in his own cell, no. A-11.

Futile effort to extinguish fire JP/A. Nara Krisna Firefighters (photo above) fruitlessly direct a hose against the Ministry of Industry and Trade building on Jl. Ridwan Rais, Central Jakarta. Using 15 fire appliances, firefighters struggled on Saturday morning to extinguish the flames, which had started to envelop the building at about 11:00 a.m. Witnesses said fires started to burn on the ninth floor and continued to spread to the tenth floor of the building.

'Jakarta Jive', an expat's story of survival in the city of upheaval Dewi Anggraeni, Contributor, Jakarta Jakarta Jive; By Jeremy Allan; Metaphor Publishing, Jakarta, 2001; 225 pp It is hard to know what to expect when confronted by a book written by an expatriate promising a chronicle of jaman edan, the months following the fall of president Soeharto in May 1998. Many Indonesians, myself included, often become defensive when reading an account of Indonesia by a foreigner or an expatriate.

Let the exodus begin Damar Harsanto and Ahmat Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In the next few days, the capital city of Jakarta will soon be deserted. It will be unusually quiet. The streets will be free from traffic jams and the vendors who run their business off the road or even on the part of it will all gone. At least 2.5 millions of people will leave the city to celebrate the Idul Fitri holidays next Sunday and Monday, in their hometowns, where they will have a big family reunion.

Caring for orphans labor of love for one man Grace Segran, Contributor, Bogor, West Java At 21 years of age, when most people are completing their studies or are at the threshold of their career, Emmanuel Laumonier is working tirelessly with 26 orphans in Bogor and 100 others throughout Indonesia. This young man of French and Indonesian parentage is shy, even taciturn. But talk to him about his kids, and he immediately lights up.

Spicy prawn and creamy pudding for breaking the fast Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Getting bored with the same food when breaking the fast? Try a spicy meal from Bengkulu, called Bagar prawns for that special moment and serve the smooth and creamy mandarin pudding for a dessert afterward. These recipes are taken from two cookbooks, titled Hidangan Nusantara by Rudy Choirudin and Kue Klasik Favorit 3 by Doddy Pamudji.

Bad RI films a big hit overseas Joko E.H. Anwar, Contributor, Jakarta You might have assumed that because a number of locally made movies, like Garin Nugroho's art-house films, have won awards at several international festivals, international audiences would be familiar with the Indonesian film industry. However, it is our very, very bad horror and action flicks that they are more acquainted with. Many of us identify places we have never actually visited from the images we see in movies.

Kuala Lumpur throws off its sleepy colonial image ------------------------ Andrew McCathie Deutsche Presse-Agentur Kuala Lumpur ------------------------- For decades self-styled serious Asian travelers have looked down on Kuala Lumpur. But the 1997 Asian financial crisis and its aftermath means that the Malaysian capital has been throwing off its image as a sleepy post-colonial town. For anyone returning to Kuala Lumpur after a break of six years or more, the city appears almost unrecognizable.

On the Shelves Tahanan Politik Pulau Buru 1969-1979) (Buru Island's Political Detainees 1969-1979); By I.G. Krisnadi; LP3S, Jakarta, 2001; xvii + 250 pp; Rp 25,000 How would it feel to be exiled to a faraway land without knowing your crime?

Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, December 9, 2001 Exhibitions * Stone Lithographs and Paintings by Ken Pattern, Koi Galeri/Restoran, Jl. Mahakam I/2 (Tel: 722 2864), 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. until Dec. 31. * Indonesian Comic Part 2, The British Council, S. Widjoyo Centre, Jl. Jend. Sudirman No. 71, South Jakarta, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., until Dec. 31. * Painting Returning to the Work Ethic II, Galeri Cafe Linggar, Jl. Kemang Timur No. 36, South Jakarta (Tel.

"Sales" do not always offer good bargains The end-of-year holiday shopping bonanza is soon to arrive. Shops, department stores and traditional marketplaces have become more colorful than usual. Signs of big discounts, some of up to 70 percent, have been placed at most department stores. Coupon savings given to frequent customers have also become even more attractive at this time of year. The "buy three get one free" selling strategy has also been made available in many shops.

Home appliance sales rebound to precrisis levels Jamuna Nair, Contributor, The Jakarta Post Home appliances. What are they? They are things that have made us appear 20th century and our ancestors dated. They are godsends for without them we would have to contend with washerwoman hands, chopping wood in the backyard for that morning cup of coffee or breaking our backs brushing out the carpet.

'Tis the season of getting swindled This time of year is when it seems all the bad guys, and some gals, crawl out of the woodwork looking to make a fast rupiah. I had thought I could rely on my own sense of judgment, but I was wrong. At the end of November, on my last day in Jakarta before I returned to my second homeland of Australia, I wanted to buy some books recommended to me.

KL sprouts 'karaoke architecture' -------------------------- Mehru Jaffer Contributor The Jakarta Post --------------------------- I flew into Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the only one in the world perhaps that is cradled in the lap of a lush rainforest, one afternoon in November to be greeted by a nation in mourning. Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah, Malaysia's 11th king, had passed away that morning.

Brantas River: One of most successful projects The comprehensive development of Brantas River Basin is one of the most successful projects in Indonesia. Due to the construction of Dams and Barrages, Surabaya has become safe against flood disasters. And the electricity generated by hydraulic power plants could have changed Surabaya into an industrial city.

Start young to keep eyes healthy Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Anita could tell that there was something wrong with one of her son's eyes. "He narrowed his eyes every time he read. After school he often complained of a headache," said the housewife. She then decided to take him to an ophthalmologist from whom Anita learned that Tony needed a pair of glasses. The doctor also praised her for immediately seeking professional help. An ophthalmologist with the Jakarta Eye Center, A.M.