Archive: 18 May 2003
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Sun, 18 May 2003
The Only Synagogue in Indonesia
The Only Synagogue in IndonesiaWahyuni Kamah Contributor SurabayaThe white Dutch-style building's architecture is simple and classical. Except for the mezuzah at its entrance and two Star of David carvings on the teakwood door, nobody would know that it is a synagogue.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Thought of radiotherapy depresses cancer patients
Thought of radiotherapy depresses cancer patientsMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "I was scared and shocked when my doctor told me I had cancer. Then he mentioned radiotherapy to treat the disease. It was really depressing," said Narto, who has nasopharynx cancer.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Indonesia hosts world forwarders' congress
Indonesia hosts world forwarders' congress The Indonesian Forwarders Association (INFA) will host the 41st annual congress of the International Federation of Freight Forwarders, which will be held in Nusa Dua, Bali, from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Police release GAM leaders as Tokyo meeting starts
Police release GAM leaders as Tokyo meeting startsAgencies, Jakarta As the meeting commenced in the Japanese capital of Tokyo to help salvage the shaky peace in Aceh, police released on Saturday night the five negotiators of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM).
Sun, 18 May 2003
PIB opposes war in Aceh, urges talks
PIB opposes war in Aceh, urges talksThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The New Indonesia Party (PIB) broke rank from mainstream political parties when they criticized the government's plan to launch a military crackdown against separatist rebels in Aceh.
Sun, 18 May 2003
RI issues last warning despite Tokyo talks
RI issues last warning despite Tokyo talksAgencies, Tokyo/Jakarta Last-ditch peace talks with the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) got underway in Tokyo on Saturday as Jakarta issued its final warning for the rebels to renounce their independence aspirations and accept the special autonomy status.
Sun, 18 May 2003
I have to feel good when singing: Brightman
I have to feel good when singing: BrightmanHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A woman lies writhing on the floor in a provocative outfit as vibrant music with strong influences from the Middle East plays in the background.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Political parties instrumental for democracy: Ichlasul
Political parties instrumental for democracy: Ichlasul Political observer Ichlasul Amal of Gadjah Mada University (UGM) was one of the country's prominent figures during the reform movement in 1998 while he was still rector of the oldest university in the country.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Packaged durian allows aficionados to bring it home
Packaged durian allows aficionados to bring it home Many durian aficionados have difficulty bringing home durian on airplanes or with courier service companies due to its pungent odor. Now, they can carry or order durian in plastic boxes from durian vendors like Rizal.
Sun, 18 May 2003
checked by Rich
checked by Rich FOR ADVERTORIALThe Jakarta Post Advertorial May 18, 2003 UPS promotion 'Synchronizing World of Commerce' boost businessA new way of commerce United Parcel Service (UPS) now provides Indonesian businesses with a breakthrough in the field of supply chain solutions through its vision...
Sun, 18 May 2003
Bambang Susanto Priyohadi, is a secretary of the Yogyakarta
Bambang Susanto Priyohadi, is a secretary of the Yogyakarta provincial administration. For one thing, since the reform movement began, we have all witnessed a big change in people's willingness to voice their opinions, although I have also noticed that many go too far.
Sun, 18 May 2003
On the Shelves
On the Shelves Bagaimana Perkawinan Bertahan dari Perselingkuhan (How a marriage survive from infidelity); By Charlotte Latvala, et. al.; Pinkbooks, March 2003; 103ppMany surveys have been conducted in the past few years on Indonesians' lifestyles and one of the results is quite shocking.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Reconciliation needed to curb new clashes
Reconciliation needed to curb new clashes Five years ago, the bloody May riots erupted nationwide and claimed almost 1,200 fatalities following the shootings of four Trisakti University students at their campus in West Jakarta.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Investment rises despite low demand
Investment rises despite low demandSudibyo M. Wiradji, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The fall in overall business as a result of the downturn in the global economy has also affected courier and cargo businesses in Indonesia.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Aceh: The people in waiting
Aceh: The people in waitingA massive military operation is looming in Aceh after the collapse of a truce between the government and Free Aceh Movement (GAM) separatists. The government has adopted a zero-tolerance approach towards the rebels in a bid to force the separatists to give up their armed...
Sun, 18 May 2003
Poor sanitation forces Aceh refugees to return home
Poor sanitation forces Aceh refugees to return homeNani Farida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh Poor sanitation and health services have forced thousands of Acehnese refugees to return home, in spite of uncertain security conditions.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Pekanbaru's durian draws tourists
Pekanbaru's durian draws touristsHaidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru, Riau For some people, durian is an absolute favorite, but many people hate it due to its overpowering aroma.But in Pekanbaru, the capital of Riau, durian is an attraction for both local or foreign tourists, mostly...
Sun, 18 May 2003
Keeping commerce in motion
Keeping commerce in motion The courier and air cargo industry, with their massive networks around the world, has substantially affected global and domestic economies.The services provided by air express and air cargo companies have become an important engine of economic growth for most countries.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Remembrance May: Not to be forgotten
Remembrance May: Not to be forgottenThe 1998 May riots was not the blackest period in Indonesia's long road to become the nation it is today, but the destruction, killings, violence, rape and general mayhem of the time scarred the hearts of all Indonesians.
Sun, 18 May 2003
UGM students try `lesung' in percussion show
UGM students try `lesung' in percussion showLeo Wahyudi S, Contributor, Jakarta Most young people, particularly those living in big cities, have never seen a lesung (wooden mortar for pounding rice). But in the hands of 10 students of the Yogyakarta-based Gadjah Mada University, the device, mostly...
Sun, 18 May 2003
People express dissapointment,
People express dissapointment,The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Five years have passed since the reform movement was first demanded by students from various universities in the capital and other major cities in the country.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Guitarist Mus Mujiono enjoys life by controlling his glucose level
Guitarist Mus Mujiono enjoys life by controlling his glucose level Diagnosed with diabetes in 1985 when he was about to have kidney surgery, jazz guitarist Mus Mujiono still enjoys his life today. He can even continue his music career.In fact, diabetes is not a new issue in his family.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Glucose-level test helps diabetics to live without limits
Glucose-level test helps diabetics to live without limitsEmmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Suffering from diabetes does not have to mean the end of the world. These days, diabetics can live without having any limits, just like other healthy people.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Five years may have passed, but the memory of the May riots
Five years may have passed, but the memory of the May riots remains fresh in many people's minds. Priest Ignatius Sandyawan Sumardi, the leader of the Team of Volunteers for Humanity and the recipient of the prestigious Yap Thiam Hien human rights award, reveals what needs to be done to stop the...