Archive: 21 December 2003
29 articles found
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
One killed in ship accident
One killed in ship accident JAKARTA: A passenger ship carrying about 700 people ran aground off the coast of the eastern Indonesia islands of Maluku, leaving one person dead and 20 injured, a port official said Saturday.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Recreation centers gear up for New Year celebrations
Recreation centers gear up for New Year celebrationsT. Sima Gunawan, Contributor, Jakarta The long-awaited moment is coming in just 10 days. The New Year is drawing near and people are getting ready to celebrate it with hopes for a better future, wishing for success and prosperity.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Traders, thugs clash over 'security' fee
Traders, thugs clash over 'security' fee INDONESIA: A group of thugs clashed with local traders in Tavip market in Binjai, some 20 kilometers south of North Sumatra capital Medan, on Saturday, leaving all the shops in town shut for some seven hours. No fatalities were reported in the incident.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Jazz Goes to Campus learning its lessons
Jazz Goes to Campus learning its lessonsAdhi Abhiyasa , Contributor, Jakarta Unlike last year, jazz aficionados flocking to the 26th Jazz Goes to Campus were greeted with cloudy skies, a cool breeze and, wait, only one big stage.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
The head covering is hip for young women
The head covering is hip for young womenTomi Soetjipto, Reuters, Jakarta Forget the stereotype image of Muslim women draped from head to toe in all-enveloping robes, or girls shrouded in modest white veils.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
What do teenagers and adults think of each other?
What do teenagers and adults think of each other?Luca Ferrini , Contributor, Bogor, West Java Some adults think teenagers are trouble-makers and hard to predict, while teenagers often find adults difficult to talk to.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
DJ Van M: Swimming in delta waves at Stadium
DJ Van M: Swimming in delta waves at StadiumJoseph Mangga, Contributor, Jakarta There was a major improvement this year in the number of major international music acts visiting Indonesia; even though quite a few weak-kneed and yellow-livered bands like Yes, Blue, Mew, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and,...
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Early detection half of the battle
Early detection half of the battleEarly signs* A lump is detected, which is usually single, firm, and most often painless. * A portion of the skin on the breast or underarm swells and has an unusual appearance. * Veins on the skin surface become more prominent on one breast.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Celebrate the countdown at five-star hotels
Celebrate the countdown at five-star hotelsDebbie A. Lubis, Contributor, Jakarta Most people are aware of something they would like to change about themselves, and new year's resolutions are considered to be an effective instrument for personal improvement.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Group teaches peace in becoming grounded for life
Group teaches peace in becoming grounded for lifeBruce Emond The Jakarta Post Jakarta It's a little after 6 p.m. as a trickle of people files out into the creeping darkness from a house on a quiet side street in South Jakarta.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Islam's all-enveloping Hijab is hip in Indonesia
Islam's all-enveloping Hijab is hip in Indonesia Tomi Soetjipto Reuters JakartaForget the stereotype image of Muslim women draped from head to toe in all-enveloping robes, or girls shrouded in modest white veils.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Commuters object to high busway fares
Commuters object to high busway faresTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Arsi, 22, took out Rp 1,200 (14 U.S. cents) from her pocket to pay the fare for a bus from Blok M, South Jakarta, to Kota, West Jakarta, not realizing that it was probably one of the last times she would to pay such a low...
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Why more is less, even during Christmas season
Why more is less, even during Christmas season I wasn't raised in Christmas' gift-showering tradition so it isn't really a big deal to me. As far as I am concerned, I don't even have a holiday. As a kid, we got so excited about Chinese New Year instead. It was a big thing back then.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Down's syndromes boy wins with parents' support
Down's syndromes boy wins with parents' supportDewi Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta All parents dream that their children will be born normal, attractive, healthy individuals. Nobody ever expects that their child will have a disability.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
IMF approves final loan tranche to Indonesia
IMF approves final loan tranche to IndonesiaAgencies JakartaThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday approved a new US$505 million loan to Indonesia, the final portion of the $5.3 billion support program that the government called in after the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, December 21, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, December 21, 2003Exhibitions* Painting Sentuhan Kepedulian Lingkungan Hidup by 100 female painters, InterContinental MidPlaza Jakarta, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 10 - 11, South Jakarta (Tel. 2510888), until Dec. 22.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Rita fights against hidden crime
Rita fights against hidden crimeT.Sima Gunawan, Contributor, Jakarta tabita@cbn.net.id A young woman tried to commit suicide by drinking insecticide. She forced her two children to swallow the agent because her husband was going to marry another woman. The youngest child, who was still a baby, died.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
IMF inks final loan to Indonesia
IMF inks final loan to IndonesiaAgencies, Jakarta The International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved on Friday a US$505 million loan to Indonesia, the final portion of the $5.3 billion support program devised after the 1997-1998 Asian economic crisis.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Prosecutors examine more accounts in BRI investigation
Prosecutors examine more accounts in BRI investigationAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State prosecutors have been scrutinizing more accounts in other banks in their investigation into the fraud case involving state- owned Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI), which caused Rp 294 billion (US$34.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Cafes, other nighspots have lots to offer to party goers
Cafes, other nighspots have lots to offer to party goersSudibyo M. Wiradji, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Many entertainment venues in the city are gearing up for New Year's Eve celebrations, with several promising to surprise their patrons with a special twist or a little bit of "magic" in the air.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Quake hits Indonesia: Observatory
Quake hits Indonesia: Observatory HONG KONG: A strong earthquake has hit Indonesia's western island of Sumatra, the Hong Kong Observatory reported on Saturday.It was not immediately clear whether the quake caused any damage or casualties.The magnitude 5.5 tremor struck at 9:13 p.m.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
TV Program: Sunday, December 21, 2003
TV Program: Sunday, December 21, 2003.TB.30" .90"TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Utama7:00 Cartoon8:00 TV Drama9:00 Children's Program: Bando11:00 Variety Show: Maskum Show12:30 p.m. Music1:00 News: Berita Siang1:30 Documentary2:00 TV Drama2:30 English News Service3:00 Music3:30 News4:00 Film5:30...
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Fancy gingerbread ornaments for Christmas
Fancy gingerbread ornaments for ChristmasMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Decorating the Christmas tree before the special event has always been one of the most cherished holiday activities involving family members -- and brings them closer together.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Bali's poorest of the poor on road to better welfare
Bali's poorest of the poor on road to better welfareJacqueline Mackenzie, Contributor, Desa Ban, Bali Bali's tourism industry appears to be recovering, with holiday bookings looking promising. But while visitors enjoy the infinity pools and spa packages, they may not realize that they are just a...
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Bollywood: Hindi films succeed in UK and U.S.
Bollywood: Hindi films succeed in UK and U.S.Jessica Winter, Guardian News Service, London On a recent weeknight at the Harrow Warner Village movie theater in West London, the only film to sell out its screenings was also the only film without a promotional poster displayed outside the lobby.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
IMF approves final loan tranche to Indonesia
IMF approves final loan tranche to IndonesiaAgencies JakartaThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday approved a new US$505 million loan to Indonesia, the final portion of the $5.3 billion support program that the government called in after the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Singapore MP, RI maid pose nude
Singapore MP, RI maid pose nude SINGAPORE: A member of Singapore's parliament is under investigation by police after his wife complained to police about photographs she found of him at the couple's home of her husband and their Indonesian maid, both naked, it was reported on Saturday.
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
VP defends Minister of Religious Affairs
VP defends Minister of Religious AffairsApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan, North Sumatra Vice President Hamzah Haz jumped to the defense of Minister of Religious Affairs Said Agiel Munawar, who has come under fire following the recent cancellation of the 2004 haj pilgrimage for 30,000...
Sun, 21 Dec 2003
Tips from a master makeup man
Tips from a master makeup man As well as a biography and providing the recollections of his friends and family, Kevyn Aucoin: A Beautiful Life (available at Aksara bookstore in Kemang, South Jakarta) also provides a section of his tips. Here are a few of them.