Archive: 12 October 2003
34 articles found
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Bereaved Families bury unidentified crash victims
Bereaved Families bury unidentified crash victimsSlamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Grieving parents of 14 of the 54 mainly schoolgirls from Yogyakarta killed in Wednesday's tragic bus inferno in East Java must face further anguish; holding funeral ceremonies with remains that may not be...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Rising from the ashes of destruction
Rising from the ashes of destruction A year on, life has returned to an everyday semblance of normalcy, but things will never be quite the same as before the bombs ripped through a Saturday evening's revelry in Kuta.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, October 12, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, October 12, 2003Exhibitions* Graphic Arts Trienal Seni Grafis Indonesia 2003, Bentara Budaya Jakarta, Jl. Palmerah Selatan no. 17, Central Jakarta (Tel. 5483008 ext. 7910/7911), until Oct. 19.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Going under the knife can be risky business
Going under the knife can be risky businessDavid Kennedy, Contributor, Jakarta d_kenn@yahoo.com Take a look around any of Jakarta's big shopping malls on a busy afternoon. Notice anything unusual? Now, take a closer look at the sea of faces as they glide by -- there is a good chance some of those...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Craig David promises much at dates in Jakarta, Surabaya
Craig David promises much at dates in Jakarta, SurabayaHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Justin Timberlake got a shot at being the young Elton John in the latter's video This Train Don't Stop Here Anymore last year.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
How Bali came together after the Oct. 12 tragedy
How Bali came together after the Oct. 12 tragedyI Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali As the enormity of the events of the night of Oct. 12, 2002, slowly began to sink in the following morning, phone lines across the island buzzed with news of the casualties.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Remembering a brush with death and the kindness of strangers
Remembering a brush with death and the kindness of strangersDewi Anggraeni Contributor Melbourne, AustraliaHe represents the image with which many Australian men, some consciously, others unconsciously, want to identify -- energetic, casual and bent on enjoying life.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Cosmetic surgery a way to boost confidence?
Cosmetic surgery a way to boost confidence? Women, in general, are the main consumers of plastic surgery here and the few men who do go for treatments -- 8 percent of Jakarta Skin Center clients -- are reluctant to speak about it as it is often considered not very macho.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Swift prosecution of bombers sets an example
Swift prosecution of bombers sets an exampleWahyoe Boediwardhana, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali In a series of trials that involved at least 32 senior judges, 80 prosecutors and a 2,000-strong security detail, the Indonesian judicial system proved that it could act swiftly and aggressively...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Locals suit up for game to commemorate anniversary
Locals suit up for game to commemorate anniversaryMarian Carroll, Contributor, Denpasar, Bali Like most Indonesian men, Ubey, a 28-year-old farmer and father of two, grew up knowing no football other than soccer, but over the past year he has become passionate about the version of the game unique...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Summit a step on the road to recovery
Summit a step on the road to recoveryChris Brummitt, Associated Press, Nusa Dua, Bali Embattled Balinese are hoping this week's summit of Asian leaders on the island will help lure back travelers who have largely deserted this Indonesian resort since last year's bloody terror attacks.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
GAM holding 151 civilians hostage: TNI
GAM holding 151 civilians hostage: TNITeuku Agam Muzakir and Nani Farida, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumawe/Banda Aceh The military and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) traded accusations of kidnapping on Saturday, highlighting the suffering of civilians in the province as the war between the rebels and...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
What to see, do and buy in Bali
What to see, do and buy in Bali Take your pick from spas and sea sports or party the night away in the world's favorite getaway spot. Others have a ball on Kuta Beach. Bodyworks (Jl. Raya Seminyak 63, Tel: 0361-730454) is very popular with local residents as it provides excellent waxing, cream...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Cosmetic surgery: A risky short cut to beauty in wrong hands
Cosmetic surgery: A risky short cut to beauty in wrong hands David Kennedy Contributor Jakarta d_kenn@yahoo.com Take a look around any of Jakarta's big shopping malls on a busy afternoon. Notice anything unusual? Now, take a closer look at the sea of faces as they glide by -- there is a good chance...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Transforming an apartment into a real home
Transforming an apartment into a real homeMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Designing an apartment that meets the taste and wishes of its owner amid space limitations is a challenge. It's especially true in making the most of an apartment, where there is the liability of rooms appearing...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Anniversary a time to remember for survivors
Anniversary a time to remember for survivorsPrapti Widinugraheni, Contributor, Perth, Australia The heartache felt by Bali bombing survivors, slowly healing with time, will be momentarily relived today as the tragedy's first anniversary is commemorated.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Anniversary a time to remember for survivors
Anniversary a time to remember for survivorsPrapti Widinugraheni, Contributor, Perth, Australia The heartache felt by Bali bombing survivors, slowly healing with time, will be momentarily relived today as the tragedy's first anniversary is commemorated.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Designer Eddy's new collection is all heart
Designer Eddy's new collection is all heart It takes a deep love of whatever you do to produce something of excellence. Eddy Betty proved that with his latest collection, shown at Hotel Mulia Senayan in Central Jakarta late last month.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Malaysia draws tourists with 'big' dreams
Malaysia draws tourists with 'big' dreamsJalil Hamid , Reuters, Penang, Malaysia Nice tan. The young woman in the pink bikini smiled knowingly as she soaked up the rays by the poolside of a luxury hotel on the Malaysian resort island of Penang.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Kidnappers make ransom demand
Kidnappers make ransom demand MALAYSIA: Armed raiders who kidnapped six foreign workers from a Malaysian resort on Borneo this week have made a demand for an undisclosed ransom to secure the release of their hostages, local media reported Saturday.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Only companies with good reputation can survive
Only companies with good reputation can surviveSudibyo M. Wiradji, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite a decline in the number of expatriates living in Indonesia, most big moving companies with years of experience and good reputations have been able to survive the tough times.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Bali beautiful beckons a year after tragedy
Bali beautiful beckons a year after tragedyMerlene Michael, The Straits Times, Asia News Network, Singapore "Thank you for coming to Bali."That was the greeting I got everywhere during a recent trip. From the artists and woodcarvers in the villages, to the bell boys and masseuses at the spas, the...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Sounds like teen spirit: What's your view of religion?
Sounds like teen spirit: What's your view of religion? For the past three or four generations, it seems kids around the world have been fascinated with rock 'n' roll. But what about the other "r" word? Religion.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
I Wayan Juniartha
I Wayan Juniartha The Jakarta Post Denpasar, BaliBalinese completed on Saturday preparations for the commemoration of the first anniversary of the deadly bombings here on Sunday, which will unite people of various nationalities.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Bagong taking care of unfinished business
Bagong taking care of unfinished businessBambang M., Contributor, Yogyakarta Fresh from an afternoon bath, the father of seven, grandfather to 21 and husband of 37-year-old Yuli Sri Hastuti, his second wife, emerged in a simple white T-shirt and sarong, his white moustache and beard growing freely.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Thai girl wins Indonesia Women's Circuit Title
Thai girl wins Indonesia Women's Circuit TitleZakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Montinee Tangphong of Thailand defeated eighth seed Indonesian Liza Andriyani 6-4, 6-1 in the final to win the second round of the US$10,000 Indonesia Women's Circuit tennis tournament at the Hilton tennis courts...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Remembering a brush with death and the kindness of strangers
Remembering a brush with death and the kindness of strangersDewi Anggraeni Contributor Melbourne, AustraliaHe represents the image with which many Australian men, some consciously, others unconsciously, want to identify -- energetic, casual and bent on enjoying life.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Three people detained after Morowali rampage
Three people detained after Morowali rampageErik W., The Jakarta Post, Palu, Central Sulawesi Police in Morowali detained three people for questioning on Saturday, after an armed group attacked Beteleme subdistrict here a day earlier, leaving three people dead and five others badly injured.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
A brush with death and the kindness of strangers
A brush with death and the kindness of strangersDewi Anggraeni, Contributor, Melbourne, Australia He represents the image with which many Australian men, some consciously, others unconsciously, want to identify -- energetic, casual and bent on enjoying life.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Australian mother mourns twin girls killed in Bali
Australian mother mourns twin girls killed in BaliDean Yates, Reuters, Bali Reading the messages of love and grief pasted on a fence outside where the Sari Club once stood, Australian June Corteen struggles to cope with her loss.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Design association puts its best fashion forward
Design association puts its best fashion forwardMuara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta It has become a perennial date on the local fashion calendar over the past decade, when the Indonesian Association of Fashion Designers and Businesspeople (APPMI) highlights its take on the latest trends.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Why not hire a professional to handle your move?
Why not hire a professional to handle your move?The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Being promoted to a new position out of town, in another city or overseas is something that most employees dream of. The bad news is that you have to move and bring your family with you, your belongings and sometimes your...
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
What if Java decided it was time to go it alone?
What if Java decided it was time to go it alone? A visiting American friend asked me how things were and I poured out my grievances, glad for an eager listener.I told him my biggest concern was that there would be no more Indonesia.
Sun, 12 Oct 2003
Sense of unity strong before Bali services
Sense of unity strong before Bali servicesI Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali Balinese completed on Saturday preparations for the commemoration of the first anniversary of the deadly bombings here on Sunday, which will unite people of various nationalities.