Archive: 29 April 2001
31 articles found
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Gus Dur seeks 'higher' guidance
Gus Dur seeks 'higher' guidance SURABAYA (JP): When faced with critical moments and times of adversity, Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid is renowned not only for his diplomatic skills, but also his habit of seeking "guidance" from the world beyond by visiting the graves of elders.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Is good education for the rich only?
Is good education for the rich only? The number of private schools which are several times more expensive than public schools are on the rise. Even these days, in the midst of the country's gloom, private schools evidently remain popular.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Atu grabs Jakarta Open title
Atu grabs Jakarta Open title JAKARTA (JP): National second-tier shuttler Atu Rosalina won the women's singles title in the Jakarta Open Satellite Championships at the Bung Karno Sports Complex on Saturday.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Seribu Islands for duty-free zone: Only a dream?
Seribu Islands for duty-free zone: Only a dream?By Grace Emilia JAKARTA (JP): Ardika, is a 55-feet boat for 16 people, often seen berthing at the pier of Marina Ancol Jakarta.It has two cabins, complete fishing equipment and is fully air-conditioned.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Gus Dur must stick to Constitution
Gus Dur must stick to ConstitutionFrom Rakyat MerdekaThe latest step by President Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid to defend his position was his recent statement made at Tegal, Central Java, saying that the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) can judge his accountability in 2004, i.e.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
South Africa boosting tourist sector
South Africa boosting tourist sector The South African government invited 26 journalists over from Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia last month as part of its efforts to promote tourism and investment. The Jakarta Post's reporter Ivy Susanti filed her report.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Still Playing
Still Playing JAKARTA (JP): If you are brave enough to venture out this Sunday to catch a movie at a local theater, The Jakarta Post's contributor Joko E.H. Anwar has some suggestions for you.Billy Elliot (Drama, 110 minutes). Starring Jamie Bell, Julie Walters, Gary Lewis, Jamie Draven.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
TV today
TV todayTVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Children's Program 9:00 Children's Film 9:30 Sports 11:00 Music 12:00 p.m. Traditional Comedy 1:30 Children's Program 3:00 News 3:30 Religious Teachings 4:00 Children's Program 5:00 News 5:30 Children's Film 6:00 Children's Songs 7:00...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
For art's sake: Detect original and fake works
For art's sake: Detect original and fake worksBy Renate Kant SINGAPORE (JP): On Sunday, March 18, 2001, The Jakarta Post ran an entire section of articles about art forgery with such titles as Forged Art a Lucrative Business, Indonesia, the Land of Fine Art Forgery and Forgery, Crime Plaguing Art...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
'RCTI' to meet 'Kompas' in delayed final
'RCTI' to meet 'Kompas' in delayed final JAKARTA (JP): RCTI claimed a place in the final to challenge Kompas in The Jakarta Post's 18th anniversary soccer tournament at the Bung Karno Sports Complex in Senayan, Central Jakarta, on Saturday after defeating their contenders.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Weak rupiah may hamper Seville badminton team
Weak rupiah may hamper Seville badminton team JAKARTA (JP): The weakening of the rupiah's exchange rate in the last few days could hamper the Badminton Association of Indonesia's (PBSI) plan to send a strong squad to the Sudirman Cup and the World Championships in Seville, Spain, next month.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Public theaters effectively 'killing' arts theaters
Public theaters effectively 'killing' arts theatersBy Yusuf Susilo JAKARTA (JP): Ever since the downfall of the New Order Government, public theaters have become more a fact of life. Street rallies at various strategic locations have become a common sight.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
NU ready to hold mass prayer
NU ready to hold mass prayer JAKARTA (JP): Preparations for the mass prayer in Bung Karno sports complex in Senayan, Central Jakarta, were almost complete on Saturday while green carpets had been rolled out to cover an area in the eastern parking lot that could hold 50,000 people.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Home-made brownies for the family
Home-made brownies for the family JAKARTA (JP): Those sweet and crunchy brownies are highly popular although they are a bit expensive and not all bakeries have them on their shelves. Here is a recipe from Doddy Pamudji, a writer of cake recipes.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
The wind to Benoa
The wind to BenoaBy I Wayan Juniarta BENOA, Bali (JP): For fifty-year-old Pierre Guillaume and his six sailing companions, the supposed-to-be tiring nine-day sea voyage from Singapore to Bali on a 20-meter long yatch was simply a fun cruise.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Mount Merapi farmer lives organically with nature
Mount Merapi farmer lives organically with natureBy Des Price MT. MERAPI, Central Java (JP): A windy, narrow road leads up to the hamlet of Muntilan, which is within a stone's throw from Mount Merapi's slopes, and is a peaceful rural setting where life for most of the locals goes on as though they...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
What some parents say about expensive schools
What some parents say about expensive schools JAKARTA (JP): Below is what some parents have to say about expensive schools and why they send their children there.Leslie and James Sinay. We found a suitable secondary school for our only son Andaria, who is now in his final year at SDK Pantara, an...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Estrada set for new prison as Arroyo warns his supporters
Estrada set for new prison as Arroyo warns his supporters MANILA (AFP): Jailed ex-Philippine president Joseph Estrada underwent a medical check-up Saturday ahead of his transfer to another prison as his successor warned supporters protesting his detention that armed forces would meet "any...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Forget the land and live by the sea
Forget the land and live by the seaBy I. Christianto JAKARTA (JP): Park your car in the front porch and your boat in the back yard. Are you out of your mind?No. Not if you are flushed with cash, as you can be one of the proud owners of a property in the waterfront area.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Toraja village named a world heritage site
Toraja village named a world heritage siteBy Hasanuddin Hamid TANATORAJA, South Sulawesi (JP): Residents of the village of Toraja Ke'te Kesu in Sanggalangi district have never been happier. The traditional village has been nominated as a World Heritage site by the United Nations Educational,...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Dayak Katingan community offer gesture of peace
Dayak Katingan community offer gesture of peace The Dayak Katingan community, the third largest Dayak sub- ethnic group, held a rare traditional rite last week. The three- day ceremony, from April 21 through April 23, was basically a celebration of their victory against the Madurese and to return...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Issue memorandum, but no impeachment, says Cabinet
Issue memorandum, but no impeachment, says Cabinet JAKARTA (JP): The Cabinet on Saturday once again pleaded with the House of Representatives, warning them against going too far in its censure of President Abdurrahman Wahid.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Germany, new hope for Indonesian university graduates
Germany, new hope for Indonesian university graduatesBy Sri Pudyastuti Baumeister BERLIN (JP): On a murky fall morning a professor strode into his colleague's study. "Is there a vacancy in your place. A graduate from Indonesia, formerly under my tutelage, has asked me to find him a job," he said,...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Indonesia must restore law and order: Koehler
Indonesia must restore law and order: Koehler WASHINGTON (Reuters): International Monetary Fund chief Horst Koehler said on Friday re-establishing law and order in Indonesia was vital to trigger international financing support for the crisis-wracked country.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Ancient Mataram palace now part of a village
Ancient Mataram palace now part of a village KOTAGEDE, Yogyakarta (JP): A well-looked-after historical legacy is hard to find in Indonesia. If, as a tourist, you are thinking of visiting the nation's important historical sites which are not only in good repair but have also become part of the...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
'Mooi Indie' works dominate local auction
'Mooi Indie' works dominate local auctionBy Boudewijn Brands JAKARTA (JP): On Kartini day last Sunday, the joint auctioneers, Larasati-Glerum South East Asia, set records again in their second sale. The event attracted at least 500 people, of which 240 were active bidders.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
TNI organized killings: Report
TNI organized killings: Report SYDNEY, Australia (AFP): A secret report for the Jakarta government indicates the Indonesian military directed the militia violence against East Timor's independence vote in 1999, according to a Sydney newspaper Saturday.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Kumar, Ramkumar lead Palembang rally
Kumar, Ramkumar lead Palembang rally PALEMBANG, South Sumatra (JP): Indians Naren Kumar and Dorairaj Ramkumar of MRF team grabbed the current lead of the Asian Zone Championships at the 2001 Gudang Garam International Rally in Indralaya, South Sumatra, some 30 kilometers south of here on Saturday.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
The capital braces for the masses
The capital braces for the masses JAKARTA (JP): Residents of the capital have begun taking precautionary measures bracing themselves for the masses expected on Sunday and Monday.The memory of the riots and looting of May 1998 still fresh in their minds, traders in the Glodok area in West Jakarta...
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Exhibitions * Painting Membaca Frida Kahlo, by Agus Suwage, Astari Rasyid, Heri Dono, etc., Nadi Gallery, Jl. Kedoya Raya 53, West Jakarta (Phone: 5818129), April 29. * Painting Sunny Earth, Krijono, Galeri Linggar, Jl. Kemang Timur No.
Sun, 29 Apr 2001
Healing past traumas Suryani's way
Healing past traumas Suryani's wayBy Rani Rachmani Moediarta JAKARTA (JP): Past traumas make us unhappy, prevent us from adapting to new situations and cause psychological or social disorders. Healing these traumas involves editing the memory through spiritual meditation, instead of just...