Archive: 10 November 2002
44 articles found
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
One month later, Bali blasts remain a mystery
One month later, Bali blasts remain a mystery Damar Harsanto The Jakarta Post Jakarta Nearly a month after the Bali bombings that killed more than 190 people, injured another 200 and left 97 others missing and presumed dead, police have struggled to make a significant breakthrough in finding the perpetrators. This is despite the fact that within hours of the Oct. 12 blasts, Australia and the United States said they suspected the Al-Qaeda terrorist network to be behind the bombings.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Old rockers meet youth idols on stage
Old rockers meet youth idols on stage Tertiani Z.B. Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The regular I Like Mondays event at Hard Rock Cafe in Central Jakarta last week featured a "duel" between aging, respected rock band God Bless and current teen idol group Padi. With over 200 people on hand, some of the spectators had to be moved to next door bc bar due to limited space, which apparently was unable to accommodate them, and watched the performance on a wide screen.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Leading musicians play at 25th Jazz Goes to Campus
Leading musicians play at 25th Jazz Goes to Campus Primatmojo Djanoe and Danu Kuntoaji, Contributors, Jakarta Hundreds of jazz lovers were treated last week to high-caliber performances and fresh talent at the Jazz Goes to the Campus (JGTC), an annual jazz festival held by the Department of Economics at the University of Indonesia. Marking its silver anniversary this year, the event on Nov.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
'Pencak silat' gives designers new ideas
'Pencak silat' gives designers new ideas Muara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Doors adorned with Jepara styled carvings were erected on stage, their left and right covered by climbing plants with a pair of large jugs on their sides. All walls of the room were draped in black with bamboo trees around.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
JP/6/BANTAR
JP/6/BANTAR More than a Democratic failure in the U.S. Implications of the results of the U.S. midterm election Bantarto Bandoro Editor, 'The Indonesian Quarterly' Centre for Strategic and International Studies Jakarta bandoro@csis.or.id The U.S. midterm election on Nov. 7 resulted in control of Congress by the Republicans, a political advantage with which relatively few administrations have been endowed.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
On the Shelves
On the Shelves Karya-Karya Arsitek Muda Indonesia 1997-2002 (Indonesian Young Architects' Designs 1997-2002); By Imelda Akmal; PT Gramedia Pustaka Utama, Jakarta, 2002; 168 pages Established in the late 80s, the Arsitek Muda Indonesia (Indonesian Young Architects), or AMI, has shown itself to be a survivor in the country's architectural field.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Ramadhan time for Jakarta
Ramadhan time for Jakarta Sunday Maghrib 5.50 p.m. Monday Imsak 3:56 a.m. Subuh 4:06 a.m.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Ramadhan good, bad for businesses
Ramadhan good, bad for businesses Joko E.H. Anwar, Contributor, Jakarta Emilia, 32, seemed to be in a hurry on Thursday afternoon. She dropped by her next-door neighbor's house in an underprivileged area in Kota, Central Jakarta, on her way to meet a business partner. "I have to meet this man who promised me a space to open a cigarette kiosk," Emilia told The Jakarta Post. A single mother, she wanted to make sure that somebody would look after her five-year old daughter while she was away.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Eliminating terrorism
Eliminating terrorism From Koran Tempo Indonesians are suffering from a multidimensional crisis. While they are still gripped by the protracted economic and political crisis, the bomb blast in Bali on Oct. 12 has added to their plight. The image of Indonesia has been really tarnished in the international community as the bomb blast claimed hundreds of lives, mostly foreigners'. Unfortunately, government officials and politicians differ in opinion about terrorism in Indonesia.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Police raid homes linked to Bali suspect
Police raid homes linked to Bali suspect I Wayan Juniartha and Fitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali The police on Saturday raided houses on Saturday in Denpasar and Lamongan regency, where terror suspect Amrozi bin H. Nurhasyim was arrested, as part of a hunt for more evidence linked to the Bali bombings The spokesman for the police joint investigating team into the Bali bombing, Brig. Gen.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Sunday, November 10, 2002
TV Program: Sunday, November 10, 2002 TVRI 6:00 a.m. News 7:30 Sports 8:00 Quiz 8:30 Children's Program 9:00 Cartoon 10:00 Music 11:00 Maskum Show 12:30 p.m. Traditional Comedy 2:00 TV Drama 3:00 Documentary 3:30 Religious Teachings 4:00 Ramadhan with Chikita 5:30 Religious Songs 6:30 TV Drama 7:00 News 9:00 News 9:30 Variety Show 10:00 Theater 2:30 a.m. Religious Teachings 3:30 Variety Show Celah-Celah Ramadhan 4:30 Documentary 5:30 Koran Recital TPI 5:00 a.m.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Animation attracts youth but still highly expensive
Animation attracts youth but still highly expensive Leo Wahyudi S, Contributor, Jakarta A comical-looking tiger with red and yellow stripes is casually walking in the jungle, when he spies a cute tiny deer, playing cheerfully in a clearing. The deer seems completely unaware that the tiger is nearby as he leaps cheerfully among the bushes. When the tiger bounds out of his hiding place, jaws wide open in anticipation of devouring his prey, the deer realizes the terrible predicament he is in.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Entire audience greatly moved by memorial concert
Entire audience greatly moved by memorial concert Fitri Wulandari and I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Jimbaran, Bali From the beginning, everything at the Bali Memorial Concert had been meticulously prepared to evoke a touching sense of solemn tranquility. The dress code was either black or white. A white candle was placed on each chair. A soft glow of green light bathed the gigantic limestone slabs that majestically flanked the open stage in the Garuda Wishnu Kencana (GWK) cultural park.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian Cerdas assured of gold in Bled
Indonesian Cerdas assured of gold in Bled The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After having rested for two games, Cerdas Barus came out for apparently a double victory in Indonesia's tie against Wales in the penultimate round of the Chess Olympiad in Bled, Slovenia, on Friday. Not only did Indonesia beat Wales 3-0, but Cerdas was also assured of a gold medal as the best scoring player on board three, according to team official Kristianus Liem on Saturday.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Ramadhan closes down some businesses and creates more
Ramadhan closes down some businesses and creates more Joko E.H. Anwar Contributor Jakarta Emilia, 32, seemed to be in a hurry on Thursday afternoon. She dropped by her next-door neighbor's house in an underprivileged area in Kota, Central Jakarta, on her way to meet a business partner. "I have to meet this man who promised me a space to open a cigarette kiosk," Emilia told The Jakarta Post.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Bali Memorial Concert evokes emotion
Bali Memorial Concert evokes emotion Fitri Wulandari and I Wayan Juniartha The Jakarta Post Jimbaran, Bali From the beginning, everything at the Bali Memorial Concert had been meticulously prepared to evoke a touching sense of solemn tranquility. The dress code was either black or white. A white candle was placed on each chair. A soft glow of green light bathed the gigantic limestone slabs that majestically flanked the open stage in the Garuda Wishnu Kencana (GWK) cultural park.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
'Satu Nyawa' is totally amateurish
'Satu Nyawa' is totally amateurish Joko E.H. Anwar, Contributor, Jakarta Satu Nyawa dalam Denting Lonceng Kecil (One Soul in a Ring of a Small Bell); Minus zero stars (out of ****); Horror, 90 minutes; Starring Jajang C. Noer, Nana Prambors; Directed by Abi Prasidi; A Prasidi Group/Dream Station Production; In Indonesian. While several Asian countries can be proud because their horror movies (The Ring, The Eye) make worldwide hits, Indonesia, in the meantime, can only swallow this bad news.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Angie into all-Asian final match in Pattaya
Angie into all-Asian final match in Pattaya Agence France-Presse, Pattaya, Thailand Indonesia's Angelique "Angie" Widjaja set up an all-Asian final with South Korean Cho Yoon-jeong with an upset win over Russian Tatiana Panova here Saturday. The up and coming teenager beat the Russian top seed 2-6, 6-1, 6-3 in their semi-final clash, while Cho defeated another Russian, Lina Krasnoroutskaya, 6-4, 7-6 (7/3).
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Weak vs strong
Weak vs strong intelligence The Bali blasts have been followed by much criticism of Indonesia's intelligence capabilities. Recently, The Jakarta Post published a number of articles, e.g. Controlling our intelligence (Oct. 29, p. 6), which establish the tragedy as proof of the country's weak intelligence agency. When reading enough of these condemnations, one would think the security officials do so little, they probably operate food stalls on the side because they are so bored.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
One month after, Bali blasts remain a mystery
One month after, Bali blasts remain a mystery Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Nearly a month after the Bali bombings that killed more than 190 people, injured another 200 and left 97 others missing and presumed dead, police have struggled to make a significant breakthrough in finding the perpetrators. This is despite the fact that within hours of the Oct. 12 blasts, Australia and the United States said they suspected the Al-Qaeda terrorist network to be behind the bombings.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Youths, experts speak about heroes at present
Youths, experts speak about heroes at present Indonesia is observing this year's Heroes Day on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2002. In search of today's heroes in the context of present conditions, The Jakarta Post 's Muhammad Nafik and Emmy Fitri speak to youths and experts about this issue. William T., 15, student at IPKA High School in Puri Indah, West Jakarta. Heroes are people who are willing to dedicate their service to others. They can be living persons or those who have died.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Briton protests detention
Briton protests detention JAKARTA: Jakarta International Montessori School (JIMS) director Frank Richardson has protested against his detention by Jakarta Police for allegedly beating his wife during a domestic dispute. "Richardson is charged under Article 351 of the Criminal Code on violence," his lawyer, Robert B. Quimo said Friday whilst vigorously refuting the allegations. He complained about the lack of access to his British client.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Liberalizing economic policies
Liberalizing economic policies Achmad Maulani, Contributor, Yogyakarta Mendobrak Sentralisme Ekonomi: Indonesia 1986 - 1992 (Breaking through Economic Centralism: Indonesia 1986 - 1992); By Rizal Mallarangeng; KPG, Jakarta, 2002; xxv + 269 pp. Economic liberalization is an old topic, but discussion on it has never ceased. A study on the policies of economic liberalization in Indonesia has usually come from the viewpoint of structuralism, in which the state is given a dominant role.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
A weekend shopping and dining in Cirebon
A weekend shopping and dining in Cirebon Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon, West Java On a recent weekend, my colleagues and I were all really burned out and in need of something rejuvenating to recharge our batteries. Watch a movies, take a massage or hang out at cafes? Been there, done that. Boring. "Let's just get out of this damn town," a colleague said. Cool! Besides, it was just after payday, so the budget was not really a problem.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Finding past glories at Kasepuhan Palace
Finding past glories at Kasepuhan Palace Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon, West Java "Welcome to Keraton Kasepuhan, my name is Usman and I will be your guide to the palace grounds," the lanky abdi dalem (court servant) informed us as he greeted us at the entrance of the Kasepuhan palace in Cirebon.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
JP/20/IMAGE
JP/20/IMAGE Our air and sea guardians Text and photos by IGGP Bayu Ismoyo Urgent! The military chief has ordered the Indonesian Air Force to give a hand to the Navy in order to safeguard the nation's waters from any kind of assault: infiltration, smuggling, or subversion aimed at sabotaging either the stability or sovereignty of the Indonesian Republic. That's the scenario behind a recent combat training program, Angkasa Yudha 2002.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Plasma TV monitors still too expensive
Plasma TV monitors still too expensive Rikza Abdullah, Contributor, Jakarta As television technology is in the midst of a digital video revolution, plasma TV monitors offer superb quality of image, as compared with conventional and projection TV sets, but their sales on the Indonesian market are still very limited. Plasma TV monitors are termed thus because they have plasma panels -- an array of tiny cells, known as pixels, which contain phosphors corresponding to the colors red, green and blue.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Hotels offer various dishes during Ramadhan
Hotels offer various dishes during Ramadhan Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta During the holy fasting month of Ramadhan, people can break the fast either in an intimate way at home with other family members or at a friend's place. However, there is always the other option of dining at the many hotels and restaurants in the capital, which are offering special programs especially for guests breaking their fast all through this month.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Turn your living room into a movie theater
Turn your living room into a movie theater Hendarsyah Tarmizi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Want to transform your living room into a movie theater, sports stadium or music hall. It's not too complicated if you have a TV set, VCD or DVD player, an amplifier or AV receiver, and a set of surround-sound speakers. Connect all the devices together and you will feel like you are watching a film in the cinema or sitting in the front row at a concert.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Short story
Short story Toy gun By Moh. Muhith Two years ago, when Kasiman was preparing to leave for Jakarta, he had a talk with Asadi, his one and only son, who was then in kindergarten. "What do you want me to bring you when I return from Jakarta?" "I only want a toy gun. My friends say there are lots of great toy guns in Jakarta!" Asadi replied firmly. Kasiman was proud to hear Asadi's answer. He had imagined that his son would someday become a brave soldier like the former famous heroes of Aceh.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Baron and Biyan show: A chemistry that works well
Baron and Biyan show: A chemistry that works well Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta First Obin and then this. Fashionistas here have been really spoiled lately with excellent collections from local designers. Two weeks ago, on Oct. 28, there was the festive show from cloth designer Obin, who exhibited mesmerizing cloth derived from traditional fabrics. And last week, on Nov. 2, we saw an enchanting collaboration between top designer Biyan Wanaatmadja and cloth master Baron Manansang.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Reading part of Bunga Jeruk's journey
Reading part of Bunga Jeruk's journey Singgir Kartana, Contributor, Yogyakarta In the fine art world, Bunga Jeruk is a new icon. In the past two years, this young artist has swiftly gained popularity. Visitors have always flocked to her exhibitions. Her name is now as famous as Nasirun, Entang Wiharsa, Erica Hestu, Agus Suwage and so forth. From Nov. 5 through Nov. 23, Bunga is displaying her works in Dat Was Now Dis Is Then exhibition at Cemeti Art House, Yogyakarta.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, November 10, 2002
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, November 10, 2002 Exhibitions * Sculpture, Painting, Drawing by G. Sidharta, Bentara Budaya Jakarta, Jl. Palmerah Selatan no. 17, Central Jakarta (Tel. 5483008), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., until Nov. 16. * The Art of Poster by Jan Lavies, Erasmus Huis, Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said, Kav S-3, South Jakarta (Tel. 5241069), until Dec. 5. * Jukung-Boats from the Barito Basin, Maritime Museum, Jl. Pasar Ikan No. 1, North Jakarta (Tel. 6693406, 6602476), Tuesday to Sunday, 9 a.m.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Heaven has a Vientiane zip code
Heaven has a Vientiane zip code Jason Volker, Contributor, Vientiane "Are you asleep, dear?" whispers Kwundaa The Transvestite from Luang Prabang under my hotel door at 1:30 in the morning. Knock, knock. "Are you in bed already, darling?" All I can think of is that scene from The Crying Game. Feardrops moisten my brow. Knock, knock, knock. "It's Kwundaa ...
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Through his book Journeys Through Southeast Asia Ceritalah 2,
Through his book Journeys Through Southeast Asia Ceritalah 2, Malaysian author Karim Raslan paints an image of the region with his usual wit and insight. The book pieces together the seemingly irreconcilable icons of our region. Page 3 Heaven on Earth What really makes the Laotian capital of Vientiane so satisfying is its motto Bor Ben Yung (Everything will be just fine).
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Riding the V-Rod brings out speed demon in all of us
Riding the V-Rod brings out speed demon in all of us Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Rancamaya, Bogor Heading out on the highway with Harley-Davidson's new V-Rod motorbike will make you feel a distinctive difference between this bike and the other variants from the legendary manufacturer. Once you hop on the seat, you instantly feel the bike become an extension of your body. All you will want to do is rev it up until it reaches its maximum speed.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
JP/6/PURBA
JP/6/PURBA ASEAN needs collective leadership for existence Kornelius Purba Staff Writer Jakarta korpur@yahoo.com For many people, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is more like a remnant of its past glory, especially after the regional financial crisis of 1997, as a result of which its strongest advocate, Indonesian president Soeharto, fell from power in 1998.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. KARIM -- 55pt Bodoni Bold 6/1 (1x32)
1. KARIM -- 55pt Bodoni Bold 6/1 (1x32) Karim goes global with SEA concerns 2. FABER -- 42pt Bodoni Bold 7/1 (1x45) Author Michel Faber sees differently through work 3. BOB -- 36pt Bodoni Bold 5/1 (1x38) Bob Newhart: Comedy from the heart of America
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Breaking the cycle of violence in Indonesia
Breaking the cycle of violence in Indonesia Annabel McGoldrick Reporting the World London annabelmcg@aol.com Aya Muchtar Contributor Jakarta aya@cbn.net.id Since the fall of President Soeharto's New Order government four years ago, many areas of Indonesia have been disfigured by brutal fighting and bloodshed. A recent study by the Ministry of Defense said no fewer 15 provinces were vulnerable to religious and ethnic conflicts.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
A weekend of shopping and dining in Cirebon
A weekend of shopping and dining in Cirebon Hera Diani The Jakarta Post Cirebon, West Java On a recent weekend, my colleagues and I were all really burned out and in need of something rejuvenating to recharge our batteries. Watch a movies, take a massage or hang out at cafes? Been there, done that. Boring. "Let's just get out of this damn town," a colleague said. Cool! Besides, it was just after payday, so the budget was not really a problem.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Karim goes global with SE Asia concerns
Karim goes global with SE Asia concerns Emmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A quotation in Karim Raslan's book reads as follows: "How to define Southeast Asia -- a region that has a plethora of diverse faiths and cultures?" Meet the writer then. Verbose and resourceful, Karim is a typical warm and polite Asian, enshrining a passion and love for the region above all.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
Writing religion
Writing religion on an ID card It is time for the Indonesian government to erase religion from any form of personal identification. Indonesia is supposed to be a democracy. When will the government truly value religion and make it mandatory not to have it written on the identity (KTP) card. Religion is only a spiritual matter and nobody should ever have easy access to such a personal piece of information.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
RI, a nation of
RI, a nation of incredible people From Koran Tempo When the bombs exploded in Bali thunderously, I was imagining a gang of people laughing heartily or at least smiling proudly because they had succeeded in sending thousands of people into a state of panic. The explosion too had made hundreds of people busy and dozens others nervous because they were afraid of losing their post. Whoever the perpetrators may be, whatever their race, tribe, ethnicity or religion, these people are really incredible.
Sun, 10 Nov 2002, 00:00 WIB
DVD technology is getting more and more popular
DVD technology is getting more and more popular Sudibyo M. Wiradji, Contributor, Jakarta Even though many home entertainment owners are hanging onto their VCDs or video cassette recorders (VCRs) for one reason or another, DVD technology is becoming more and more popular in Indonesia. Prior to the emergence of VCD and DVD technology, entertainment enthusiasts were only familiar with video cassettes using analog technology with its VHS and Betamax systems for home video viewing.