Archive: 27 May 2001
35 articles found
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
'Leftist' publishers serve the curious
'Leftist' publishers serve the curious By Ida Indawati Khouw JAKARTA (JP): A visitor to Kalam bookstore in the Utan Kayu area of East Jakarta was amazed by the number of new books of good taste flooding the store every week. The Utan Kayu bookstore is famous for selling books with a perceived "communist"-leaning, which has won it the reputation of being a "leftist bookshop".
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Three generations of artists meet
Three generations of artists meet By Agus Dermawan T. JAKARTA (JP): Three artists, Ida Hajar, 58, Dwijo Widiyono, 42, and I Made Hantaguna, 28, had an impromptu rendezvous somewhere along the crowded and noisy road of Indonesian art. Their joint exhibition at Ina Gallery on Jl. Simprug Garden in Pondok Indah, South Jakarta, called Rendezvous at the T Junction, began on May 13 and will run until May 27.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Maitreya monastery, Batam island's main attraction
Maitreya monastery, Batam island's main attraction Text and photographs by Fadli BATAM, Riau (JP): With a population of 450,000, the 415-square-kilometer Batam island is a heterogeneous area in terms of ethnicity, race and religion. One of Batam's famous landmarks is a Buddhist monastery, the Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya. Located on Bukit Beruntung in the Sei Panas area, the formidable temple is billed as the most unique Maitreya temple in Southeast Asia.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Stop violence on the train
Stop violence on the train From Warta Kota Attacks on the train to Bekasi, Cikarang and Purwakarta have been going on every day now for nearly a month. Stone throwing and even some passengers threatening others with sickles are almost becoming a fact of life. The victims are usually innocent people, including small children and the elderly, who know nothing about this problem. This hooliganism always happens when the train stops at the Cakung station or travels on the route to Cakung and Kranji.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Gus Dur and Megawati engage in war of words
Gus Dur and Megawati engage in war of words JAKARTA (JP): Vice President Megawati Soekarnoputri disclosed on Saturday that President Abdurrahman Wahid had planned to impose a state of emergency and order the arrest of several people on Saturday if the House of Representatives continued with its efforts to oust him.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Asboth records the story of a unique artist
Asboth records the story of a unique artist Teguh Ostenrik, Transcending Time; Published and distributed by Galeri Teguh, 2000; Barbara Asboth; 250pp JAKARTA (JP): When Barbara Asboth first met Teguh Ostenrik here in 1996, both his work and life seemed to resemble a necklace that had snapped, scattering all the precious pearls in different directions. Looking at his paintings, the art historian was inspired to string the necklace together.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Capital isn't everything for 'leftist' publishers
Capital isn't everything for 'leftist' publishers JAKARTA (JP): A visitor to Kalam bookstore in the Utan Kayu area of East Jakarta was amazed by the number of new books of good taste flooding the store every week. The Utan Kayu bookstore is famous for selling books with a perceived "communist"-leaning, which has won it the reputation of being a "leftist bookshop".
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Publishing industry fight for survival
Publishing industry fight for survival The devastating economic crisis, combined with hefty taxation and a lack of interest in reading, continues to batter the publishing industry. In conjunction with National Book Month, which falls every May, The Jakarta Post's Rita A. Widiadana, Ida Indawati Khouw, Maria Endah Hulupi and contributor I. Christianto examine the dilemmas that the industry is facing.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Contemporary batik collaborations: Mountain meets ocean
Contemporary batik collaborations: Mountain meets ocean By Astri Wright JAKARTA (JP): On June 1, a unique exhibition opens at the National Gallery. Not only are the art works which will be hanging there unusually long; their textures and consistencies are dramatically different from what is usually encountered in contemporary art galleries. These art works bear the traces of hands, minds and spirits moving hot lines of molten material across soft surfaces of spun and woven larvae-products.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Entang Wiharso's angry and demonic faces
Entang Wiharso's angry and demonic faces By Ipong Purnama Sidhi JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian contemporary fine arts has been marked by two significant factors -- the shifting of thematic issues and globalization. Most contemporary artists tend to exploit themes on social political issues, multi-culture, gender and oppressive situations in their works.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tony, Halim have biggest chance for semis: Coach
Tony, Halim have biggest chance for semis: Coach JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia men's doubles pair Tony Gunawan and Halim Heryanto hold Indonesia's greatest chance of advancing to the semifinals of the World Badminton Championships, coach Herry Imam Pierngadi said on Saturday. "Tony and Halim benefit from the draw and they have a great chance of reaching the semifinals.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Chinese players expect easy game
Chinese players expect easy game JAKARTA (JP): China's top defender Fan Zhiyi said on Saturday that his team would have an easy contest against Indonesia in their last qualifying match of soccer's 2002 World Cup Group Nine Asia Zone at Bung Karno Stadium in Senayan, Central Jakarta, on Sunday. Fan said after a practice session that China had studied Indonesia's performance after their first encounter in Kunming, China, on May 13, where the hosts won 5-1.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Info campaigns fail to curb hepatitis B
Info campaigns fail to curb hepatitis B JAKARTA (JP): Despite information campaigns against the hepatitis B virus by various organizations, many people are unaware about this fatal disease. Uninformed poor people remain in an unhealthy lifestyle and environment, allowing the virus to spread. This was the latest news announced by Dr. Unggul Budihusodo, an internist with the Omni Medical Center Hospital at a recent seminar held by British-based pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
On the record
On the record Album : Keroncong Supra (Dian Records) Artist : Didi Kempot The music of keroncong, a mixture of Indonesian and Portuguese musical traditions, might not appeal to everyone, least of all the pop-loving youth of today, but it should, perhaps, be considered a national asset as its popularity is increasingly turning international. Singer Dewi Gita, for example, has reportedly been invited to sing keroncong at Budokan Hall in Japan on an annual basis.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Typical
Typical By Putu Wijaya Wayan was invited to Jakarta to visit a foreign friend, a man by the name of John, who was about to return home. John had booked a flight for Wayan, and promised that his accommodation and meals would be provided for. He wanted to bid a final farewell to Wayan, because it would be a long time before he came back to Indonesia.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
A salmon that won't tip the scales
A salmon that won't tip the scales JAKARTA (JP): "You are what you eat," an old adage says. To make a "healthy you" requires a healthy diet which gives you adequate energy and daily nutrients. This week we have a recipe for 500-calorie grilled salmon as served by Javana Spa, an establishment that reintroduces light food as part of its healthy living program.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Klaten serves up drinks and fishing on the veranda
Klaten serves up drinks and fishing on the veranda By Ridlo Aryanto KLATEN, Central Java (JP): It is not uncommon for people to drop a line in a river or a lake to dispel fatigue or stress but it is unusual to angle in a pond from the veranda of a house, savoring keroncong music and enjoying a fresh glass of soda milk. It is also all the more impressive because of the beautiful surroundings and peaceful rural Javanese atmosphere.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
The lure of studying abroad
The lure of studying abroad By K. Basrie As in past years, Jakarta and other big cities have been flooded with advertisements and exhibitions about overseas universities with a clear market target: Indonesians fresh out of high school. The following reports, including those on Page 8 and 9, by The Jakarta Post editorial staff, indicate that education has become a vital industry for many advanced countries.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Don't judge a bookstore by its cover
Don't judge a bookstore by its cover By I. Christianto JAKARTA (JP): The romantic comedy You've Got Mail portrays how a giant bookstore chain puts an independent, small bookstore out of business. People like to spend time in a bookstore that also offers coffee, Internet connections and other conveniences that keep them entertained for hours. The two rival bookstores in the movie are totally different.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Playwright Nano can make fun of Gus Dur, too
Playwright Nano can make fun of Gus Dur, too By Jusuf Susilo Hartono JAKARTA (JP): "Play as cheerfully and as well as possible, not only for Gus Dur, but for every ticketholder" said N. Riantiarno. At that time, all members of Teater Koma were sitting in a circle seriously lending their ears to the briefing of the art director backstage at Graha Bakti Budaya-Taman Ismail Marzuki.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Exhibitions * Advertisement Postcard, Gallery RPC, Jl. Suryo 8 Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, until May 31. * Modern Indonesian Literature, Galeri Lontar, Jl. Utan Kayu 68H, East Jakarta (Phone: 8573388), until May 31. * Photo Open Boundaries, in collaboration with British Council and Goethe Institute, Italian Cultural Institute, Jl. HOS Cokroaminoto 117, Central Jakarta (Phone: 3927531), Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., today.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Still Playing
Still Playing JAKARTA (JP): Sunday is often the best time to catch a movie. There ia an ample choice of interesting movies, including dramas, thrillers and comedies, currently being screened in Jakarta's theaters. If you have no idea about to watch, Joko E.H. Anwar's brief guide may help you to decide. Antitrust (Thriller/Science Fiction, 108 minutes). Starring Ryan Phillippe, Rachael Leigh Cook, Claire Forlani, Tim Robbins. Directed by Peter Howitt.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
'Book Review' encourages television viewers to read more
'Book Review' encourages television viewers to read more Book Review; Metro TV; Sunday, 9.30 a.m; Saturday, 7.30 a.m (rerun) JAKARTA (JP): Television programs have long been blamed for causing people to stay away from quality books. A large number of studies has been carried out worldwide to prove whether that premise is valid. Yet, there is no denying that there are abundant educative and interesting TV programs, especially if we are selective enough to catch a good one.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
The big show draws near
The big show draws near As the big day of May 30 approaches, political suspense has been on the increase as to whether or not the House of Representatives will reject the presidential accountability speech following memorandum I and memorandum II and decide to go ahead with impeachment proceedings.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Australia, popular among Indonesian students
Australia, popular among Indonesian students By A'an Suryana CANBERRA (JP): Heavy rain poured down in Sydney one afternoon two weeks ago. Suharto, an Indonesian university student, took shelter in front of a supermarket after his regular shopping stint, waiting for the rain to stop. Suddenly, five strangers approached him. One of them quickly demanded money from Suharto, who had his hands full with his shopping. The Indonesian student turned down the forceful request.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Thank God, it's (not) Friday
Thank God, it's (not) Friday JAKARTA (JP): "I was born this way. What's your excuse?" said the T-shirt worn by Kevin, an engineering consultant working for a major oil company. With a pair of faded blue jeans and sneakers, he looked like a tourist who had just returned from Bali. But he is not. He was sitting on his desk worrying about the deadline for the completion of his latest contract. The only thing that gave a clue to the reason for his casual appearance was that it was Friday.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
'Bugs' delay the launch of the third generation mobile
'Bugs' delay the launch of the third generation mobile By Mila Day JAKARTA (JP): Think of the word "bugs" and any number of images comes to mind: termites, cockroaches, Bugs Bunny, and the coding error in computers. NTT DoCoMo Inc., Japan's largest mobile phone group recently delayed the launch of their third generation (3G) mobile telecommunications until October, thanks to bugs.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
House factions turn down President's proposal
House factions turn down President's proposal JAKARTA (JP): A last-ditch move to reach a compromise between squabbling members of the political elite has failed as major factions at the House of Representatives turned down on Saturday President Abdurrahman Wahid's proposal to transfer presidential power to Vice President Megawati Soekarnoputri.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian students buy Aussie education with ringgit
Indonesian students buy Aussie education with ringgit KUALA LUMPUR (JP): Three years ago, Meity Prihatiningsih Setiawan was one of only a few lucky Indonesian students admitted to Monash University in Malaysia. These days the number of Indonesian students taking various courses at the renowned international university has jumped to 72, or half of its total of 144 foreign students. "I'm preoccupied with performing well and completing my studies in time.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Guruh wins Montblanc achievement award
Guruh wins Montblanc achievement award JAKARTA (JP): Despite being tongue-tied, Guruh Irianto Soekarnoputra beamed with elation after accepting the Montblanc Achievement Award 2001 in a lavish ceremony at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Jakarta, on Wednesday. "I asked myself, why me?" said the Sukarno clan member and noted choreographer, composer, designer and avid painter, in his brief speech.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 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 Evening News 7:30 Film 9:00 Music 10:00 Variety Show 11:00 Health Program 11:30 Documentary Program 2 5:30 p.m. Music 6:30 City News 7:00 News 7:30 News (in English) 8:00 Documentary TPI 5:30 a.m.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Images of Bali
Images of Bali Text by Rita A. Widiadana, photos by Murdani Usman SANUR, Bali (JP): For hundreds of years, Bali has long been renowned as a producer of the elaborate and glamorous songket, woven textile. At present, its reputation is shifting from a producer of traditional apparel to the country's most prominent modern garment producer. Hundreds of small to large scale firms are creating trendy and quality fashion items from dresses and sportswear to leather products and jewelry.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Chicago GSB targets more Indonesian students despite crisis
Chicago GSB targets more Indonesian students despite crisis The Jakarta Post' reporter Ahmad Junaidi, along with other journalists from Indonesia, Korea, India and Thailand, joined a media tour to the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business (GSB) Asia campus in Singapore recently. Below is his report.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
Seven die in RP clash
Seven die in RP clash ZAMBOANGA, Philippines (AFP): Seven people died as troops clashed with gunmen who raided a southern Philippine resort four days ago, with the gang's hostages escaping during the battle, a military official said Saturday. Meanwhile another gang of suspected Muslim rebels robbed a ferry and took four passengers hostage, also in the southern Philippines, a police official said.
Sun, 27 May 2001, 00:00 WIB
HK employer gets 22 months for assaulting housemaid
HK employer gets 22 months for assaulting housemaid HONG KONG (AFP): An "inhumane" Hong Kong employer who beat her Indonesian maid with a toilet brush and scalded her with a hot iron has been sentenced to 22 months imprisonment, a report said Saturday. The sentence against Leung Wai-kuen, 33, was one of the most severe ever imposed in the territory for abuse of a domestic helper. In her ruling Magistrate Kelly Shui slammed Leung's treatment of 22-year-old maid Sutinah Samian as "inhumane".