Pamper yourself with various hair treatments Susanna Tjokro, Contributor, Jakarta Svenson, Gaya Spa, Gondo Wangi Sariaji and Secret Professionnel are among the places that offer a variety of hair and scalp treatments. Perhaps you have heard their names, but you may wonder what really distinguishes one from another. Each of them tries to offer "something different", be it in traditional or modern treatment methods. Let's tour the salons and see what they offer.

JP/1/BY Laughing at oneself while learning about Indonesia They say that laughter is good medicine and we should learn to laugh at ourselves. Perhaps those two thoughts partially explain why I have enjoyed such good health for so long. Over the years I've found that many humorous situations occur because of differences in language and culture. And I have had a few good belly laughs because of my own inadequacies with the local language. I get it honestly, though.

International schools tackle drug woes Claire Harvey, Contributor, Jakarta At 11 p.m. on a Friday, some of the throbbing bars and nightclubs across Jakarta resemble junior high school playgrounds. Hundreds of 14 and 15-year-olds dance and flirt in the strobe- flickered dark, sipping cocktails and smoking cigarettes with all the ease of twentysomethings. Boys whose soft faces have never felt a razor nonchalantly hand credit cards to the bartenders in exchange for pitchers of beer.

Losing weight the healthy way in a three-month program The Jakarta Post, Jakarta There is no such thing as a free lunch. The maxim has been niggling at Heidi a lot lately since she found that it takes a lot of effort to acquire the shape she has been dreaming of. It has been three months since she started her fitness program at the Jakarta Hilton International's LifeSpa and Fitness Center.

From Bisnis Indonesia I run a telecommunications kiosk in Central Jakarta. Unfortunately, I always end up paying more than what is stated on the telecommunications kiosk's bill from PT Telkom. The difference ranges from between Rp 12,000 and Rp 21,000, and in May 2002 it was Rp 196,000.

Villas a window into Mead's Bali sojourn Mehru Jaffer, Contributor, Ubud, Bali Finally parked outside the sign pointing to Taman Bebek Villas, the driver could not believe that he had been forced to detour all the way around the Sayan Monkey Forest just to get to this place with a wide, wooden roof that looked like a relic from another world. Are you sure you are not looking for Hotel Campuan or the Amandari?

Gus Dur leaves hospital JAKARTA: Former president Abdurrahman Wahid left the Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital at 10:35 a.m. on Saturday, five days after first being admitted. "I am all right as I only took a rest here," Gus Dur, as Abdurrahman is popularly known, said while leaving the hospital.

Road safety triangles pit Amish against the modern world Oliver Burkeman Guardian News Service New York The Schwartzentruber Amish community of Pennsylvania forbids the use of electricity, motor vehicles and running water. But its ultra-conservative members have been catapulted into modern-day America's culture of litigation because they refuse to fit reflective safety triangles to their horse-drawn buggies.

JP/1/BY Laughing at oneself while learning about Indonesia They say that laughter is good medicine and we should learn to laugh at ourselves. Perhaps those two thoughts partially explain why I have enjoyed such good health for so long. Over the years I've found that many humorous situations occur because of differences in language and culture. And I have had a few good belly laughs because of my own inadequacies with the local language. I get it honestly, though.

TV Program: Sunday, June 2, 2002 TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Quiz 8:30 Children's Program 9:00 Music 10:00 Children's Program 11:00 Maskum Show 12:30 p.m. Comedy 2:00 Entertainment News 3:30 Religious Teachings 4:00 Sports 6:00 News 7:00 Comedy 7:30 Music: Dansa Yo Dansa 9:00 News 9:30 Comic TPI 5:30 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 7:00 Cartoon 8:00 Home Sweet Home 8:30 Chinese Food 9:00 Entertainment News 10:00 TV Champions 11:00 TV Series 12:30 p.m.

Youth is served in tennis, but at a risk Bruce Emond, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta By women's tennis standards, Indonesia's Angelique Wijaya was getting on in years when she won the junior girls title at the 2001 Wimbledon Tennis Championships. She was 17, an age when many other young women tennis players were already veterans in competing in the big league of the women's circuit.

Photographs bring RI and Australia together Dewi Anggraeni, Contributor, Melbourne, Australia At a time when the relationship between Indonesia and Australia is still riding on the surf rather than cruising on solid ground, there is nothing like looking at photographs beaming messages of friendship based on goodwill and mutual learning, spanning over 50 years, to bring back some sense of stability.

East Timor Senior Minister for Foreign Affairs Jose Ramos-Horta has rejected to talk about Indonesia's assets in the country, with the reason being that the new nation lost much more than what the assets are worth. The statement was made by Ramos-Horta a day after President Xanana Gusmao postponed his visit to Jakarta. If there had not been a delay, Xanana would have been in Jakarta for two days on May 30 and 31.

Another option for sedan-lovers Primastuti Handayani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta What would you do if you had a brand-new car and an empty motor racing circuit? Speed up for sure. No police officer to ticket you, no traffic jam and no other cars overtaking. That's exactly what we, journalists, did when PT Ford Motor Indonesia invited us to the "Ride and Drive Ford Lynx" event. Six new Lynx cars were waiting for us when we arrived at the Sentul circuit in Bogor, about 60 kilometers south of here.

'I'm glad that people remember me as Miss Dizzy' Sri Ramadani, Contributor, Jakarta Peggy Melati Sukma is locally known as Miss Pusiiiing (dizzy) after starring in a TV advertisement. At 26, she has not only landed a high-profile career in entertainment and a degree from the University of Indonesia's school of social and political science but also maturity. Although her career has not shot her to fame as fast as young actress Dian Sastrowardoyo, her effort and perseverance implies her talent.

W. Cup still a dream for Indonesians Novan Iman Santosa and Primastuti Handayani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "When will Indonesia take part in the World Cup?" Dik Doang, a local TV presenter and soccer quiz host, sighed. Sporting a yellow jersey, he stares longingly at a large picture of world soccer star Alessandro Del Piero of Italy.

Swarovski Fashion Forum: Glittering crystal from head to toe Muara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta To many people, crystal remains best known as a material for fancy interior decorations such as chandeliers, glasses or ornamental statuettes. However, in the last few decades, Australia-based Swarovski has created crystal beads for the fashion industry to decorate dresses and their accessories. Swarovski, a legend in the crystal business, has also created crystal tattoos.

Laughing at oneself while learning about Indonesia They say that laughter is good medicine and we should learn to laugh at ourselves. Perhaps those two thoughts partially explain why I have enjoyed such good health for so long. Over the years I've found that many humorous situations occur because of differences in language and culture. And I have had a few good belly laughs because of my own inadequacies with the local language. I get it honestly, though.

On the shelves Kerudung Merah Kirmizi (The Dark Red Headscarf); By Remy Sylado; Kepustakaan Populer Gramedia Publisher, Jakarta (April 2002); 616 pp + iv; Rp 50,000 Women and their integrity have been an endless inspiration for Remy Sylado, especially in his three most recent novels: Ca-Bau- Kan (1997), Kembang Jepun (2000) and now Kerudung Merah Kirmizi.

Dogs, foreigners and devils at the Kemang Festival Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Dozens of "devils" walked slowly among the crowd that thronged the Kemang Festival in South Jakarta on Saturday. However, nobody was scared as they were actually just ordinary human beings with head accessories featuring red devil horns. The Rp 5,000-a-piece accessories were probably the best selling items in the one-day festival, which was put on by the city administration for the second time.

Wanted: Successor to Iwan Fals Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Lead singer Fadly of pop/rock group Padi could not hold back his tears on stage during a recent concert. Tears were running down on his cheeks and the sudden emotion disabled him from singing. The pop icon and living legend Iwan Fals stood right beside him, playing his acoustic guitar while singing Cinta (Love). "People talk about love/In the name of their God/While torturing and killing/Based on their beliefs ...

Democracy means responsibility Of late, and understandably, there has been a lot said about the depressing state of the Indonesian nation. The many reasons for that are all well known, well documented and well and truly expressed. Nevertheless, there is hope for the future as positive things have evolved since the fall of Soeharto. Politically, I am sure that many people in this country have a far better idea about what's going on, then they did back in 1998.

Intimacy issues may cause sexual dysfunction Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Premature ejaculation? Ashamed of your penis size? Do you consider yourself frigid? No problem. Now you can find medication, pills, tablets, herbal concoctions and other treatments, claiming to "improve" sexual performance or even cure sexual dysfunction on offer over the counter.

RI poets in exile: On the outside looking in Lie Hua Contributor Jakarta -------------------------------------------------------- Di Negeri Orang -- Puisi Penyair Indonesia Eksil (On Foreign Shores -- Poems by Exiled Indonesian Poets) Published by Amanah Lontar, Jakarta, in cooperation with Yayasan Sejarah Budaya Indonesia, Amsterdam, 2002 xiv + 253 pp Rp 60,000 ------------------------------------------------------- The Sept.

Using and abusing Alcohol and tobacco are by far the most commonly used substances among Jakarta's expatriate youth. Without the hefty government taxes imposed by many Western nations on tobacco products, cigarettes are well within the budget of very young teenagers. Supermarkets like Hero refuse to sell cigarettes to children under 18, but they are easily obtainable from sidewalk kiosks.

Soeharto and the grand scheme of things Carmel Budiardjo, Contributor, London Shadow of a Revolution: Indonesia and the Generals; by Roland Challis; Sutton Publishing Ltd,; August 2001; 260 pp How better to start a review of this very committed book than to quote the author's dedication: "Dedicated with respect to the memory of more than one million Indonesians who died and are still dying because of the greed, brutality and indifference of the military, politicians, corporations and...

'Pecalang' thwart NGO rally in Bali The Jakarta Post, Nusa Dua, Bali As government delegates were negotiating an action document on sustainable development in Nusa Dua, Bali, on Saturday morning, hundreds of activists from non-governmental organizations and civil society groups staged a peaceful rally nearby. During the rally, the activists criticized developed countries' delegations to the ongoing preparatory committee meeting for the World Summit on Sustainable Development.

Pamper yourself with traditional and modern hair treatment Susanna Tjokro Contributor Jakarta Svenson, Gaya Spa, Gondo Wangi Sariaji and Secret Professionnel are among the places that offer a variety of hair and scalp treatments. Perhaps you have heard their names, but you may wonder what really distinguishes one from another. Each of them tries to offer "something different", be it in traditional or modern treatment methods. Let's tour the salons and see what they offer.

Unfriendly Jakarta By Mairi Nandarson "Jakarta is so unfriendly," Tambi grumbled. His first encounter in the big city was one of pain instead of pleasure. He sat on the ground wiping sweat off his face, and grimaced from the new bruises he received on his elbows and legs. He had only just gotten off the bus after arriving in the capital when he had to fend off several muggers. His limited ability in silat* helped him pull off a few moves to save himself.

'Bunga Rampai Lima Kota': Senior painters reflect on dark times Mehru Jaffer, Contributor, Jakarta In the daily scramble to get on with life, the past does not often receive the respect that it deserves. The One Gallery provides a unique opportunity to reflect on the work of 25 painters from five cities, out of which about one dozen are the oeuvres of those painters grouped in the People's Painters movement, back in the 1950s.

Foreign vessels crowding exclusive zone The fish processing industry is often likened to a starving chicken in the granary. It is a unique phenomenon that with the abundant fish potential in national waters, the processing industry is complaining about a shortage of raw materials.

Pamper yourself with traditional and modern hair treatment Susanna Tjokro Contributor Jakarta Svenson, Gaya Spa, Gondo Wangi Sariaji and Secret Professionnel are among the places that offer a variety of hair and scalp treatments. Perhaps you have heard their names, but you may wonder what really distinguishes one from another. Each of them tries to offer "something different", be it in traditional or modern treatment methods. Let's tour the salons and see what they offer.

Golden Year At 76, Queen Elizabeth II is still vibrant and resolved to continue serving the public. Read about what makes her the driving force behind the royal family 50 years after her coronation. Page 3 Crystal Clear Crystal not only makes homes more beautiful, it does the same for designer gowns and accessories as well. Check out the eye- catching ways some Indonesian designers are incorporating Swarovski crystal into their clothes and accessories. Page 13

FIFA gives thumbs-up to Koreans SEOUL: Football's world governing body FIFA on Saturday gave the South Korean organizers the thumbs-up after Friday's World Cup opener between France and Senegal here. "We are very satisfied the way everything went," said FIFA spokesman Keith Cooper. "You could call it the perfect start to the World Cup." The only glitch was a large empty space of over 3,000 seats in the stadium.