Archive: 6 July 2003
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Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Singapore Flings
Singapore Flings* Great Singapore Sale 2003 -- Until July 13.* 10th Singapore International Piano Festival at Victoria Concert Hall from July 10 - July 13.* Ublues Fest 203 at Fort Canning Park from July 12 to July 13.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
ASEM finance ministers' meeting gets underway
ASEM finance ministers' meeting gets underwayDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Nusa Dua, Bali The fifth Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) for finance ministers opened here on Saturday amid the current uncertainties and challenges facing the global economy.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Rika puts her stamp on evening wear
Rika puts her stamp on evening wearMuara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Rika Sulaiman knows that, like it or not, fashion designers cannot let their designs speak for themselves. Sooner or later, they have to grab the public's attention and put a face to their brand.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Singapore roars back after silence of SARS
Singapore roars back after silence of SARSMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Singapore The masks are off in Singapore and the island-state is trying its best to get local residents and travelers back into its shops, restaurants and hotels after the damage done by Severe Acute Respiratory...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Djenar keeps tales short but not so sweet
Djenar keeps tales short but not so sweetHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Writer Djenar Maesa Ayu had taken up residence in the corner of QB bookstore, Central Jakarta, with the tool of her trade, an Apple iBook, beside her, in black tanktop and denim outfit, a pack of cigarettes and a glass...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
JakArt founder David wants art to reach everyone
JakArt founder David wants art to reach everyoneJock Paul, Contributor, Jakarta Mikhail David's training ground for the headaches and snafus that come with organizing a major art event was a small Greek-themed restaurant tucked away in a corner of the prerenovation Ratu Plaza in Central Jakarta.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Where to go in Jakarta:Sunday, July 6, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta:Sunday, July 6, 2003Exhibitions* Fine Arts Tubuh 4, Lontar Gallery, Jl. Utan Kayu 68H, East Jakarta (Tel. 8573388), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., until July 25. * Fashion Jewellery and Accessories Drops Of Sunshine From Paris, at Fusions, Saberro House Jln Kemang Raya 10A (Tel.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Indonesia's insulation from HIV/AIDS wears thin
Indonesia's insulation from HIV/AIDS wears thinPeter Janssen, Deutsche Presse-Agentur, Jakarta Cultural and religious norms may have spared Indonesia from an HIV/AIDS epidemic for the past two decades but, experts worry, those same factors could get in the way now that the deadly virus is finally...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Cat fanciers show how the other half live
Cat fanciers show how the other half liveSri Ramadhani, Contributor, Jakarta Best dressed and best in show were among the categories when the Indonesian Cat Association (ICA) marked its official founding at Blok M mall in South Jakarta last month.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Lights of fancy
Lights of fancy Entering the imposing gate at the Suzhou Lantern Festival 2003 at the Jakarta Fair in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, is like stepping into a little corner of China.Situated in the Pasar Gambir section of the fairground, the festival features beautifully designed silk lanterns in all...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
12 rebels killed in Aceh, 'RCTI' minivan found
12 rebels killed in Aceh, 'RCTI' minivan foundAan Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumauwe, Aceh At the start of the seventh week of the military offensive against the separatists in Aceh, troops killed 12 more rebels in a crackdown on the Free Aceh Movement's strongholds in the resource-rich...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Giving time-out for the body, mind and soul
Giving time-out for the body, mind and soul Debbie A. Lubis Contributor Jakarta A soothing scent from an aromatherapy oil, coupled with relaxing massage and soft music almost made Dea, 29, fall asleep during her two-hour spa treatment at Griya Natura, one of the mushrooming spa centers in Jakarta.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Bali spas, a feast of rejuvenating treatments
Bali spas, a feast of rejuvenating treatmentsI Wayan Juniartha and Fitri Wulandari The Jakarta Post Denpasar, Bali Bali is undoubtedly a haven for spa-lovers. From luxurious spas in five-star hotels to small ones nestled among surf shops along the Kuta tourist strip, the "island of the gods" offers...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Playboys, rock stars and pretty boys come out in Paris
Playboys, rock stars and pretty boys come out in ParisDominique Ageorges, Agence France-Presse, Paris With skin-tight waistcoats and a color palette based on skin tone, Jean-Paul Gaultier unveiled a menswear collection for next summer that expertly complemented the launch of his men's cosmetics...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
U.S., RI jet fighters came too close for comfort
U.S., RI jet fighters came too close for comfortThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Few people realize that Indonesia may have been just seconds away from a possible war with the United States when its warplanes came into close contact with U.S. jet fighters this week.The U.S.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
TV Program: Sunday, July 6, 2003
TV Program: Sunday, July 6, 2003.TB.30" .90"TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi7:00 English New Service8:30 Beauty and Fresh9:30 Children's Program: Bando11:00 Variety Show: Maskum Show12:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang12:30 Traditional Comedy: Mustika Campur Sari2:00 English for Fun3:30 Religious...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Lights of fancy
Lights of fancyEntering the imposing gate at the Suzhou Lantern Festival 2003 at the Jakarta Fair in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, is like stepping into a little corner of China.Situated in the Pasar Gambir section of the fairground, the festival features beautifully designed silk lanterns in all...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Sleepy island a home to boatbuilding tradition
Sleepy island a home to boatbuilding tradition Pagerungan Kecil island is so far from mainland Java that it takes several tiring days and changes of transportation to get there.But this remote backwater is playing a crucial part of a landmark event in Indonesian maritime history.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Animal shelter provides love, affection and care for strays
Animal shelter provides love, affection and care for straysMaria Kegel, Contributor, Jakarta Every Sunday for the past 10 years or so, frantic barking could be heard from within Pondok Pengayom Satwa animal shelter, as the dogs that are not penned up rushed to the front door.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Author Herlina brings taboo issue out of the closet in debut novel
Author Herlina brings taboo issue out of the closet in debut novelJock Paul, Contributor, Jakarta A mere 21 years of age, bespectacled and wearing an Islamic headscarf, Herlina Tien Suhesti seems an unlikely figure to emerge as a champion of the gay community.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
What are the qualities that make the ideal VJ?
What are the qualities that make the ideal VJ?Leo S. Wahyudi, Contributor, Jakarta There is a lot of prestige about being a VJ. Hey, who wouldn't want all their relatives, friends and the people who gave them the brush off in high school to watch them on TV day in and day out.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Myanmar papers run photos of Suu Kyi
Myanmar papers run photos of Suu Kyi MYANMAR: State-run newspapers in military-ruled Myanmar ran a photograph on Saturday of detained pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi shaking hands with the junta's leader, but also carried a commentary criticizing her.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
'MTV' VJs: Throw a bit of attitude our way, please
'MTV' VJs: Throw a bit of attitude our way, pleaseHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta There once was multitalented Jamie, and cheeky, cool Sarah -- but the list stops right there.Ever since MTV Asia began broadcasting in 1995, there has been a revolving door of mostly forgettable pretty young...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
ASEM finance ministers' meeting gets underway
ASEM finance ministers' meeting gets underway Dadan Wijaksana The Jakarta Post Nusa Dua, Bali The fifth Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) for finance ministers opened here on Saturday amid the current uncertainties and challenges facing the global economy.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
To most Indonesians, the tiny islands of Sipadan and Ligitan were
To most Indonesians, the tiny islands of Sipadan and Ligitan were once just insignificant specks on the map.That was until the nationalistic stink kicked up by the tussle over ownership of the islands between Indonesia and Malaysia.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
City's attempts to deal with strays
City's attempts to deal with strays There are no numbers on how many stray animals are living on Jakarta's streets, but stray dogs are picked up to be observed for signs of rabies.Last year, 208 dogs were picked up off the streets from all five municipalities of Jakarta, said Dr.
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
Srihadi Soedarsono: Exploring the path of his artistic soul
Srihadi Soedarsono: Exploring the path of his artistic soulCarla Bianpoen, Contributor, Jakarta Artists often tend to be appreciated by their most recent works, and this is no different for Srihadi Soedarsono, who is mostly known by his abundant works on dance figures, the repetition of themes...
Sun, 06 Jul 2003
It takes a cut above in choosing the right gemstone
It takes a cut above in choosing the right gemstoneMaria Endah Hulupi The Jakarta Post JakartaWe all know that diamonds are a girl's best friend, but what about all the other gemstones? There are many meanings contained in your choice of colored stones for jewelry, apart from the messages of status...