Archive: 22 December 2002
33 articles found
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Moving towards the Free Trade Zone era in Batam
Moving towards the Free Trade Zone era in BatamLegal certainty for investors An industrial zone with international scope such as Batam absolutely requires sufficient area for further expansion in the future.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Busan lures visitors with beaches, seafood and nature
Busan lures visitors with beaches, seafood and nature The Korean Peninsula is known as "the land of the morning calm" due to its beautiful hills that directly overlook the open sea.South Korea's biggest port city, Busan, is one of the cities that is being developed as a major business and...
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, December 22, 2002
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, December 22, 2002Exhibitions * 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.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Easy, comfortable ride in Busan
Easy, comfortable ride in BusanHeavy traffic and expensive fares no longer trouble the residents of Busan, South Korea. Their dreams of a comfortable and cheap rapid transportation system was fulfilled in 1995 with the development of the Busan Subway, which extends to all corners of the city.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Pointers on throwing parties with flair
Pointers on throwing parties with flairMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Throwing parties for families or business partners now can be done at your own residence as long as you know the tricks.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Edhi Sunarso: From a child guerrilla to a sculptor
Edhi Sunarso: From a child guerrilla to a sculptorSinggir Kartana, Contributor, Yogyakarta For Edhi Sunarso, being either a guerrilla or a sculptor needs a strong spirit. The spirit of nationalism that was forged when he was a guerrilla and the spirit of an artist jointly make him a leading creator...
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Indonesia's prospect of advancing to semis slight
Indonesia's prospect of advancing to semis slightAgencies, Jakarta Indonesia's prospects of advancing to the semifinals of the Tiger Cup are at stake following its disappointing performance in its Group A match against Vietnam on Saturday.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
On the Shelves
On the Shelves Perubahan Sosial dan Pendidikan - Pengantar Pedagogik Transformatif Untuk Indonesia (Social Changes and Education - Introduction to a Transformative Pedagogy for Indonesia); By H. A. R. Tilaar; Grasindo, Jakarta, 2002, in cooperation with the Center for Education and Community...
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Candles transform girl into a millionaire
Candles transform girl into a millionaireEmmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta When Eva watched the Discovery Channel in November last year she was fascinated by a report on a candle factory somewhere in Europe.Fifteen-year-old Eva Buida was inspired and wanted to do the same.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
FBI called to join probe into deadly Papua ambush
FBI called to join probe into deadly Papua ambushAgence France-Presse, Jakarta U.S. President George W. Bush has called for a Bali-style joint investigation into an August ambush that killed two Americans and an Indonesian in Papua province, an Australian newspaper reported Saturday.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Policeman killed in Aceh
Policeman killed in Aceh BANDA ACEH, Aceh: One policeman belonging to the elite Mobile Brigade (Brimob) was shot dead by an unidentified armed group at Meunasah Krueng, Bireuen regency, Aceh on Saturday, putting the fragile peace agreement between the government and Free Aceh Movement (GAM) in...
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Siti Nurhaliza mature and accomplished at 23
Siti Nurhaliza mature and accomplished at 23 Hera Diani The Jakarta Post JakartaThe last time Malaysian singer Siti Nurhaliza, 23, came to town was in June to promote her traditional Malay album Sanggar Mustika (House of Precious Stones).
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
TV Program: Sunday, December 22, 2002
TV Program: Sunday, December 22, 2002TVRI 6:00 a.m. News7:30 Sports8:00 Documentary8:30 Children's Program9:00 Film10:30 Children's Program11:00 Maskum Show12:30 p.m. Traditional Comedy3:00 Documentary3:30 Religious Teachings5:00 Sports6:00 News7:00 TV Drama7:30 Variety Show9:00 News9:30...
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Dwarf inspires Koch in banned novel
Dwarf inspires Koch in banned novelHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With obvious amazement on his face, author Christopher John Koch, better known as CJ Koch, looked outside the window from the 21st floor of the Hotel Mandarin in Central Jakarta."Wow, everything has changed.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Wristwatches make timely gifts
Wristwatches make timely giftsEmmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta One's choice on wristwatch has always been based on a very personal taste. A gift of a watch is always poignant as well as a discerning decision.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Paint ceramics to your heart's content: As you wish
Paint ceramics to your heart's content: As you wishSusanna Tjokro, Contributor, Jakarta Being creative is often the best way to banish boredom. To tap into your creative energy, step into the As You Wish ceramic- painting studio for a fun way to spend an afternoon.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Cafes promise unforgettable night
Cafes promise unforgettable nightSudibyo M. Wiradji, Contributor, Jakarta While most Jakartans will usually stay at home watching television during New Year's Eve, clubbers and party goers will be treated to a variety of live extravaganzas at cafes, restaurants, hotels and public parks to count...
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Major celebrations may jeopardize diet programs
Major celebrations may jeopardize diet programsMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Three major holidays -- starting from Idul Fitri, Christmas to New Year -- not only foster togetherness with families and friends but also present the opportunity to indulge in good food.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Batam Center Grand Mosque: A Rp 15 billion mosque with gorgeous
Batam Center Grand Mosque: A Rp 15 billion mosque with gorgeous architecture to create a dynamic religious atmosphere.Novotel Batam: One of Batam's star-rated international-standard hotels that is a favorite among expatriates.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Animation Super Pitch opens door for new animators
Animation Super Pitch opens door for new animators When one thinks about Asian animation, Japanese creations quickly come to mind. It is inarguable that until now Japanese animators have done a spectacular job that is still difficult to match.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
(Caption for Spotlight column. Approved by client: Metro
(Caption for Spotlight column. Approved by client: Metro Department Store) WISHES COME TRUE AT METRO DEPARTMENT STORE: To celebrate Idul Fitri and Christmas, METRO Department Store is giving its customers the opportunity to win various prizes through its "Wishes Come True" lucky draw, which they...
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Towards the enforcement of Free Trade Zone in Batam
Towards the enforcement of Free Trade Zone in BatamBatam, a comfortable place for investment and settlement Batam is known not only as an industrial estate but also as an attractive tourist resort. The region can also attract investors with its qualified human resources.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Jakarta's streets no fun for pedestrians
Jakarta's streets no fun for pedestriansNovan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Strolling the sidewalks of Indonesia's capital Jakarta is a pedestrian's nightmare compared to the sidewalks of other Southeast Asian capitals like Kuala Lumpur or Singapore.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Siti Nurhaliza mature and accomplished at 23
Siti Nurhaliza mature and accomplished at 23Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The last time Malaysian singer Siti Nurhaliza, 23, came to town was in June to promote her traditional Malay album Sanggar Mustika (House of Precious Stones).
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Batamindo Industrial Park: One of the huge industrial zones in
Batamindo Industrial Park: One of the huge industrial zones in Batam.Trans-Barelang bridge: A panoramic view of one of the six high- tech bridges that connect Batam and the surrounding islands.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Samuel revels in eclectic designs for men
Samuel revels in eclectic designs for menMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Highlighting a mixed-cultural theme, noted designer Samuel Wattimena brought together contemporary ethnic details, cuts and prints from different countries for his 2003 eclectic androgynous collection.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Love of design brings luck for young Bandung student
Love of design brings luck for young Bandung studentKunang Helmi-Picard, Contributor, Paris The 20th Concours International des Jeunes Createurs de Mode (Young Designers Fashion Contest) apparently brought great luck to 21-year-old Anissa Kunthi Kusumawardhani.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Facial spa sea products soothe aging damaged skin
Facial spa sea products soothe aging damaged skinMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Stress, pollution, poor diet and overexposure to the sun all contribute to damaging the delicate skin on your face, which can later lead to premature aging.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Bomb replays convincing
Bomb replays convincingBlontank Poer, The Jakarta Post, Surakarta, Central Java With reconstructions carried out in two separate locations in Sukoharjo, Central Java, on Saturday, the police investigating the Oct.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Abidin Kusno sees further than architectural works
Abidin Kusno sees further than architectural worksMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jakarta has more than just historical monuments to reflect its culture. Young author Abidin Kusno has been helping Jakartans gain a better insight of the capital by publishing information about urban...
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Author CJ Koch returns to Jakarta, the setting of his award-
Author CJ Koch returns to Jakarta, the setting of his award- winning novel The Year of Living Dangerously, after 34 years. He speaks on the dwarf who inspired him and also the state of Indonesia back then.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Security situation prevents refugees from returning home
Security situation prevents refugees from returning homeApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Tanjung Putus, North Sumatra Suheri, 27, breathed a sigh of relief when the government and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) signed a landmark peace agreement last Dec.
Sun, 22 Dec 2002
Three hold clubhouse lead in Okinawa Open
Three hold clubhouse lead in Okinawa OpenAgence France-Presse, Okinawa, Japan American Ted Purdy and Japan's Tateo Ozaki and Hiroyuki Fujita took the clubhouse lead on Saturday after two rounds of the rain- interrupted Okinawa Open.