Archive: 1 December 2002
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Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, December 1, 2002
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, December 1, 2002 Exhibitions * 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. to 3 p.m., until Dec. 23. * Mask by Gallis and Rakidi, The British Council, S. Widjojo Center 1st floor, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 71, South Jakarta (Tel. 2524115), until Dec.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Parang Kencana pretty and chic designs, motifs
Parang Kencana pretty and chic designs, motifs Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta It is exhilarating to see how batik has become more and more socialized. Previously seen as a traditional fabric worn mostly by older people on formal occasions, batik has shifted into a more modern style that even young people like to wear. "Our consumers used to be dominated by foreigners, at about 60 percent.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Life goes on for HIV-infected people
Life goes on for HIV-infected people Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta What would you feel the moment you were told that you had contracted HIV? "At first, nothing. I was still on detox in a crazy camp full of mentally sick people ... and I was too stoned at that time to take it as anything more than a prank," 20-year-old Decky quipped when he recalled that moment of truth.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Bali's hotels gear up for holiday season
Bali's hotels gear up for holiday season I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali The hotel industry in the country's main resort island, Bali, is expecting a higher occupancy rate during the year-end holiday season, which will be kicked off by a five-day Idul Fitri break next week and holidays for Christmas and New Year.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Santosa Doellah: Enriching the world with love of batik
Santosa Doellah: Enriching the world with love of batik Lila Fitri Aly, Contributor, Jakarta Piracy is rampant in Indonesia. Not only does it rob the artist and the music industry of royalties, but it also is an infringement of intellectual property rights, including patents. But all efforts to stop, or even curtail the crime, have met with failure. One of piracy's victims in Indonesia is Santosa Doellah.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Needle sharing, top HIV/AIDS risk
Needle sharing, top HIV/AIDS risk David and Joyce Djaelani Gordon, Directors of Yayasan Harapan Permata Hati Kita, Drug Recovery Center and Community, Ciawi, Bogor Only a few years ago Indonesia was passed over by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a high-concern country predicted to have an outbreak of HIV/AIDS. Today, Indonesia is on the list of countries experiencing a major outbreak of HIV/AIDS.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Creativity helps create gorgeous gifts and wraps
Creativity helps create gorgeous gifts and wraps Maria Endah Hulupi The Jakarta Post Jakarta With Idul Fitri, Christmas and New Year festivities on the horizon, people are getting busy buying gifts for their loved ones and colleagues. Nowadays, handing over gifts is not merely for birthdays or weddings but also for other occasions. The first impression made by your gifts is very necessary. The impression will be stronger if you can wrap them in a very unique and stylish way.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
On the Shelves
On the Shelves Studying Ethnic Chinese in Indonesia; By Charles A. Coppel; Singapore Society of Asian Studies, Singapore, 2002; 410 pp. The role of the Chinese ethnic group in Indonesia has always been known to be controversial, yet relatively few books have been published on the topic.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Special dining experiences offered to New Year revelers
Special dining experiences offered to New Year revelers Sudibyo M. Wiradji, Contributor, Jakarta Jakarta's restaurants and cafes are offering special and unique dining experiences for those who wish to celebrate welcoming in the New Year. Special events and menus are being prepared in different styles and flavors to make your dining experience beautiful and unforgettable.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
The Scorched Moon
The Scorched Moon Hawa Arofah Parto felt dizzy. He was in a state of confusion and was starting to panic. He was being forced to return to his home in a remote village in Central Java. He could no longer sell cendol on the sidewalks of a Jakarta suburb as a large-scale raid on vendors was rumored to be launched soon. "Are you going back home?" asked his roommate at the lodging house. "Yes. But I don't know of any other job I can do in the village.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
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(Advertorial) Sleman regency preserves batik as Javanese traditional heritage One of Indonesia's splendid masterpiece art forms that has been inherited for generations is batik. Today, not many people can produce batik, which is rich in unique and symbolic characteristics. As it is highly artistic and classical, we should be proud of its existence. Unshaken by modern technology, batik has managed to survive and continues to exist in its homeland, the island of Java.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Moving towards the Free Trade Zone era in Batam:
Moving towards the Free Trade Zone era in Batam: Preparing an intelligent and reliable island Based on surveys conducted by the Central Statistics Bureau (BPS), the application of a free trade and free port zone, or generally referred to as Free Trade Zone (FTZ), in Batam will increase the island's annual gross domestic product by Rp 1.6 trillion and its manpower by 35,600 people.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Sago, forgotten but beneficial
Sago, forgotten but beneficial For ages, Papuans have eaten sago as their staple diet. But since the 1970s, due to the government's policy on food, more and more Papuans began to consume rice instead. Environmental damage in the largest island in the country has also become one of the main causes of the drastic reduction in the number of sago trees.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Samudra not linked to Ba'asyir or Mukhlas: Lawyers
Samudra not linked to Ba'asyir or Mukhlas: Lawyers The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After being barred from sitting in on the questioning sessions, lawyers representing principle Bali bombing suspect Imam Samudra signed the interrogation reports of their client on Saturday, in which Samudra did not mention the suspected leaders of Jamaah Islamiyah (JI). In the reports, according to the lawyers, Samudra did not mention other masterminds for the Bali bombing, other than himself.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Schizophrenia, not a beautiful experience
Schizophrenia, not a beautiful experience Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The ward of the psychiatric department of state Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital (RSCM) is no different from the rest of the place: It's grim, old and dirty. As the faded wooden gate is unlocked and opened, its appearance, which is closer in resemblance to a refugee camp, is quickly disclosed. The smell of dust and worn out furniture permeate the air. "This place is not really good enough for patients.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Asians study in Canada to build better careers
Asians study in Canada to build better careers TORONTO, Canada: Julie Eveline Wijaya, in her early 20s, left her hometown and parents in Medan in North Sumatra three years ago to study chemical engineering at Ottawa University in Ontario, Canada. Julie joined Canada's oldest and best university with the help of an agency in Jakarta after failing a rigorous national entrance test to attend University of Indonesia in Jakarta.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Needle swapping, top HIV/AIDS risk in RI
Needle swapping, top HIV/AIDS risk in RI David and Joyce Djaelani GordonDirectors of Yayasan Harapan Permata Hati Kita Drug Recovery Center and Community Ciawi, Bogor Only a few years ago Indonesia was passed over by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a high-concern country predicted to have an outbreak of HIV/AIDS. Today, Indonesia is on the list of countries experiencing a major outbreak of HIV/AIDS.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Creativity results in gorgeous gifts, wraps
Creativity results in gorgeous gifts, wraps Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With Idul Fitri, Christmas and New Year festivities on the horizon, people are getting busy buying gifts for their loved ones and colleagues. Nowadays, handing over gifts is not merely for birthdays or weddings but also for other occasions. The first impression made by your gifts is very necessary. The impression will be stronger if you can wrap them in a very unique and stylish way.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Police ban independence celebration
Police ban independence celebration Nethy Darma Somba, The Jakarta Post, Jayapura The Papuan people will not likely get to commemorate their 41st annual self-proclaimed independence day on Sunday as the police have intensified security across the volatile province to prevent any celebrating on Dec. 1. Papua Police Chief Maj. Gen.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Head of Batam Authority:
Head of Batam Authority: "We offer the best for investors" Since the establishment of Batam as an industrial, trade and tourism zone, it has become more well-known and has attracted numerous foreign investors.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Star hotels provide more incentives to local residents
Star hotels provide more incentives to local residents Rikza Abdullah, Contributor, Jakarta Idul Fitri, Christmas and New Year holidays will offer executives and other business people an opportunity to leave their usual hectic and busy life away by staying at star-rated hotels and enjoying various festivities and sensational food.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Ds that kill: Denial and discrimination
Ds that kill: Denial and discrimination Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta HIV-related fear has, ironically, led society to deny the presence of the deadly virus at our doorstep despite the collective risk we are bound to face with the silent spread of the virus due to our rapidly changing lifestyle which exposes us to infection. Many HIV activists believe that this denial comes from a general lack of knowledge in spite of its accessibility and availability.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Bimo's Dragonfly more hip on your dining table
Bimo's Dragonfly more hip on your dining table Primastuti Handayani The Jakarta Post Jakarta What would you do if a dragonfly landed on your dinner table? Smack it dead? You would definitely think twice about doing that if the Dragonfly tableware collection from young artist Bimo Chondro was there in its place.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Support needed to help vein of galen malformation patients
Support needed to help vein of galen malformation patients Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta For Ina, a teenage girl from a small town in Bengkulu, her headaches and worsening vision have been very annoying. Her swollen left eye looks like it will pop out of its socket. Acting on suggestions from relatives to visit a local ophthalmologist, Ina was shocked when she was diagnosed as having a huge tumor in her left eye.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
MESSAGE BY THE AMBASSADOR
MESSAGE BY THE AMBASSADOR OF THE REPUBLIC OF TURKEY TO INDONESIA On 29 October 2002, we have celebrated the 79th Anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Turkey. The Turkish nation created a modern and secular state from the ashes of Ottoman Empire under the leadership of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Balancing act of the Indonesian spirit
Balancing act of the Indonesian spirit Robert S. Finnegan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Tika Bisono is a noted Indonesian psychologist and Editor in Chief of Parents Guide Magazine. Question: In the aftermath of the Bali bombing we have seen media reports quoting noted academics who are saying that Indonesia is mentally ill. What do you think? Answer: No more than the rest of the world at this point. International and domestic politics all play into this.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Expressing humanity through language of dance
Expressing humanity through language of dance Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The body can say what words cannot, British choreographer Martha Graham once asserted. This sentiment is most apt to describe the significance of dance for Takako Leen Senosoenoto, one of the main dancers in local contemporary dance company Eksotika Kharmawibangga Indonesia (EKI). "I'm more of an introverted person.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Street kids, orphans crave family warmth at Idul Fitri
Street kids, orphans crave family warmth at Idul Fitri Leo Wahyudi S., The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In observance of the upcoming Idul Fitri holidays, which falls on Dec. 6 and Dec. 7 this year, Muslims have been busily preparing food in anticipation of the festivities.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Sunday, Desember 1, 2002
TV Program: Sunday, Desember 1, 2002 TVRI 6:00 a.m. News 7:30 Sports 8:00 Documentary 8:30 Children's Program 9:00 Cartoon 10:30 Music 11:00 Maskum Show 12:30 p.m. Traditional Comedy 2:00 Music 3:00 Entertainment News 3:30 Religious Teachings 5:30 Quiz 6:00 News 7:00 TV Drama 9:00 News 9:30 Variety Show 10:30 TV Series: Amru Bin Ash 11:30 Religious Teachings 3:30 a.m. Variety Show Celah-Celah Ramadhan 4:30 Documentary 5:30 Koran Recital TPI 5:00 a.m.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Sobering statistics on Indonesia in World AIDS Day commemoration
Sobering statistics on Indonesia in World AIDS Day commemoration John Badalu, Contributor, Jakarta World AIDS Day is coming this Sunday. Once more we are reminded of those who have died and those now living with HIV/AIDS. This is a condition that has no cure yet. Indonesia's government statistics say this is a country with a low number of AIDS cases. Is that really the case? A recent study conducted in May to July 2002 by Aksi Stop AIDS (ASA) reveals that we should start to worry.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
HIV/AIDS in Indonesia on the rise
HIV/AIDS in Indonesia on the rise 1987: First case in the country reported on the resort island of Bali, involving a Dutch tourist. 1994: The government sets up a special National Committee on AIDS to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS related cases. 1999: According to Ministry of Health data, 526 young people below 30 have HIV/AIDS. 2000: The number of young people with HIV/AIDS increases to 709. 2001: The number of young people with HIV/AIDS increases to 1,859.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Bimo's Dragonfly more hip on your dining table
Bimo's Dragonfly more hip on your dining table Primastuti Handayani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta What would you do if a dragonfly landed on your dinner table? Smack it dead? You would definitely think twice about doing that if the Dragonfly tableware collection from young artist Bimo Chondro was there in its place.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
JP/2/NEWS
JP/2/NEWS Drive dozes 7 killed in W. Java INDONESIA: Seven people died instantly and a four-year-old child was injured when their minivan collided head-on with a Fuso truck in Subang regency, West Java, on Saturday. All the victims were brought to a public health center in Patok Besi in the regency.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Some celebrate holiday by ripping off travelers
Some celebrate holiday by ripping off travelers Bambang Nurbianto and Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Travelers heading to their hometowns to celebrate the Muslim's Idul Fitri holiday have always been a great target for fraud by both bus operators and ticket scalpers, and this year is no different. The government's floor and ceiling bus fares of 20 percent lower and higher than the normal price respectively -- which is effective seven days before and after the Idul Fitri on Dec.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Hotels offer unique holiday hampers
Hotels offer unique holiday hampers The end of the year is always a busy time for office workers and businesspeople to start thinking about the gifts they will give to their colleagues and loved ones. Moreover, Idul Fitri also falls in December this year, and is sure to add to the headaches. Despite the enjoyable pastime of shopping personally for gifts, some people are simply too busy to choose one from a department store or supermarket.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
A blend of the Orient and Europe in China's busiest port city
A blend of the Orient and Europe in China's busiest port city The city of Shanghai is located on the coast of the East China Sea on the western edge of the Pacific Rim. It is a major commercial and industrial center in China and the busiest port city in the country. Some 16 million people live in the city, which is 6,340 square kilometers. Shanghai has become a premier financial hub in Asia and the world.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Shanghai, a city of a thousand building
Shanghai, a city of a thousand building A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Shanghai, China The day I put my feet down in Shanghai, I recalled one of my friends who said that "Asia is rising and the West is falling." After a few days in the Chinese city on the western coast of the Pacific Ocean, my friend's comment seems true. Asia is currently gaining pace in its development, heading towards a more affluent society. This is very obvious in Shanghai, dubbed "the city of a thousand buildings".
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Going home for Idul Fitri not always nice
Going home for Idul Fitri not always nice The tradition of going home for Idul Fitri holiday is the reason I am not very keen about the holiday itself. At any other time of the year, I can always make excuses to my mother not to go home to Medan, the capital of North Sumatra. I can always say that my work is piling up to my neck and that I don't even have time to go to the bathroom and because of that I'm developing kidney stones, etc.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Kampong Ayer, Brunei's celebrated water world
Kampong Ayer, Brunei's celebrated water world Jason Volker, Contributor, Bandar Seri Begawan Brilliant equatorial sunshine mellows my mood as we cruise beneath a bougainvillea-trimmed footbridge. The lulling lapping of water on the boat's prow washes away my worldly cares. Cool droplets of Brunei River sprinkle over my contented expression. The starboard view includes a father and son fishing team casting a net from their low-hulled timber vessel.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
Langkawi: A land of legends and a pocket of peace
Langkawi: A land of legends and a pocket of peace Veeramalla Anjaiah, The Jakarta Post, Langkawi, Malaysia Whenever tourists hear the words "tropical paradise", they immediately think of Indonesia's Bali or Thailand's Phuket. Now they can add Malaysia's Langkawi to their list of travel destinations. Langkawi -- once a safe haven for pirates but now a paradise for holidaymakers -- had been under a curse for a very long time.
Sun, 01 Dec 2002, 00:00 WIB
'Indonesians are confused by global power shifts'
'Indonesians are confused by global power shifts' or The rationale for corruption and immorality in RI or West, int'l economists responsible for chaos, terror in RI or Indonesians are good, West is influencing bad behavior or None of the problems are a result of our own doing, West is at fault or Western immorality is solely responsible for RI chaos or It is all the fault of Westerners or A psychologist with a serious case of denial Tika Bisono Tika Bisono is a noted Indonesian psychologist and...