Archive: 23 May 2004
34 articles found
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
KPU disqualifies Gus Dur from presidential ticket
KPU disqualifies Gus Dur from presidential ticket The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Surakarta/Surabaya Defying demands from the public, the General Elections Commission (KPU) dashed on Saturday any remaining hopes for former president Abdurrahman Wahid to regain power after it disqualified him from the election on July 5, citing health reasons. This means that five pairings will contest the race for the presidency.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Korea a draw for TV soap fans and shopaholics
Korea a draw for TV soap fans and shopaholics Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Seoul If the beautiful scenes of J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy attract tourists to visit its New Zealand locales, it is Korean TV heartthrob Won Bin who lured Rini Ichram to the peninsula country. "I have collected almost 100 compact discs of Korean TV series and movies. Don't tell my daughter, I keep the number a secret because she hates my new hobby.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Photos show a diverse, colorful urban landscape
Photos show a diverse, colorful urban landscape Fritz Kuhlmann, Contributor, Jakarta The transsexual in his shabby apartment stares at the observer, proud in his glamorous attire. A fisherman puts on a pair of dirty woolen gloves, preparing to dive into the dark ocean to prey upon the green mussel. The multicolored stroboscope flashes at the dance floor, almost blinding in its intensity. All that is Jakarta, seen by five young photographers.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Appeals court frees three terror convicts
Appeals court frees three terror convicts Ruslan Sangadji, The Jakarta Post, Palu The Palu High Court said here on Saturday it had annulled the convictions of three of five terror suspects in Central Sulawesi. "They have been found not guilty. After investigating the evidence, and based on witness statements, the three were not proven to be involved in terrorism," presiding judge Mahdi Saroinda Nasution said.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Suheri reaps success against all odds
Suheri reaps success against all odds Susanna Tjokro, Contributor, Jakarta When accidents happen, sometimes the impact may be unbearable. It changes the way you live your life, particularly if it causes permanent damage, such as a physical disability. The initial desperation can be very a damaging emotion, but these feelings usually lessen over time. Suheri is living proof of that. Today he is a well-known dollhouse maker, all of which happened after the car accident that changed his life.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Daniel Sahuleka
Daniel Sahuleka Artist : Daniel Sahuleka Album : The Best of Daniel Sahuleka (Moedyamusic/Alfa Records) Back in the 1980s, Indonesian-born Dutchman Daniel Sahuleka was a big name on the pop scene here, with his distinctive, clear and eloquent voice winning the hearts of millions. His evergreen love songs Don't Sleep Away the Night and You Make My World So Colorful were huge hits and are still aired on the radio today.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Freak storm hits Jakarta
Freak storm hits Jakarta INDONESIA: A freak storm brought strong winds, heavy rain and hail to several areas of Central and South Jakarta on Saturday afternoon. No casualties or damage were reported, although the city's Disaster Mitigation Center received reports of several felled trees near the Senayan traffic circle in South Jakarta.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
WEBSITE: TOLONG PAKAI YANG INI
WEBSITE: TOLONG PAKAI YANG INI House's interior is designed for the ages Maria Endah Hulupi The Jakarta Post Jakarta When appointed to design the interior of a three-story townhouse, Iwan Satrawiguna came up with a modern American-Mediterranean concept, aimed at meeting the different lifestyle needs and preferences of a family with young children.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Suheri reaps success in life against all odds
Suheri reaps success in life against all odds Susanna Tjokro, Contributor, Jakarta When accidents happen, sometimes the impact may be unbearable. It changes the way you live your life, particularly if it causes permanent damage, such as a physical disability. The initial desperation can be a very damaging emotion, but these feelings usually lessen over time. Suheri is living proof of that.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
'I like the scribble in secondhand books'
'I like the scribble in secondhand books' ======================================================= After bringing the reality of life around us to the stage last week with his latest play marking Teater Mandiri's 33rd anniversary, Putu Wijaya is still going full steam. The ideas continue to flow while he indulgges his other passions of reading and writing. Although reluctant to mention his age, Putu was more forthcoming about the books that he enjoys.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Sunday, May 23, 2004
TV Program: Sunday, May 23, 2004 .TB.30" .90" TVRI 6:00 a.m. Morning News 7:00 Children's Program 9:00 Music: Delta 10:00 Sports 12:30 p.m. English for Fun 1:00 News: Berita Siang 2:00 Music 3:00 English News Service 4:30 Pak Odor's Show 5:00 Cartoon: Robocon 7:00 News: Berita Malam 7:30 TV Drama 9:00 News: Dunia Dalam Berita 9:30 Music: Dansa Yo Dansa TPI 6:30 a.m.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, May 23, 2004
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, May 23, 2004 Exhibitions * Painting A Street called Margutta by Remo Rapetti at Multifunctional Room, Istituto Italiano di Cultura, Jl.H.O.S Cokroaminoto No. 117, Central Jakarta, until May 30. * Sex and the City - an exhibition of Indonesian erotic art from the 13th to 20th centuries. Stone, terracotta, bronze, wood, textiles, gold and silver at Dharma Mulia Galleries, Jl. Ciputat Raya No. 50 (Tel. 7492850), 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., until May 31.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
On a hope and a prayer
On a hope and a prayer Hope is the unifying factor for the pilgrims -- young and old, Indonesian or foreign -- visiting Sendangsono spring, the country's oldest pilgrimage site for Roman Catholics. From the main road, the pilgrims slowly make their way up the five- kilometer path to the site.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Writer Inandiak mirrors the Javanese tradition
Writer Inandiak mirrors the Javanese tradition Kunang Helmi-Picard, Contributor, Paris When Elizabeth Inandiak received the 2003 Literary Prize for Asia in March for her translation and adaptation of the early 19th century Javanese tale Serat Centhini, she was thankful that her parents were on hand.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/14/M00
JP/14/M00 Photo captions Photo A: Fiji JP/Dewi Anggraeni Looking out over the central business district in Suva, Fiji's capital. Despite political turbulence in recent years, life has returned to normal in Fiji. Photos B, C: Fiji JP/Dewi Anggraeni A hotel garden in bloom outside Nadi, Fiji (photo left). A simple restaurant in a rural spot in Vanuatu (photo above). For visitors from Indonesia, eating in the Pacific islands is a pleasurable and interesting experience.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tradition and modernity in the Pacific
Tradition and modernity in the Pacific Dewi Anggraeni, Contributor, Suva/Vila The contingent of the Minister of Agriculture Bungaran Saragih arrived in Fiji amid continuous rituals in the nation's last farewell to their founding father, former prime minister and president Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara, who died on April 18. On the following day on April 28, we were given a glimpse of the love and respect Ratu Mara had enjoyed during his lifetime.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Vaccination benefits outweigh any potential risks
Vaccination benefits outweigh any potential risks Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A mother recently posted a message in a mailing list here, urging parents to be aware of mercury contained in some vaccines, which allegedly causes a condition with symptoms similar to autism. She said her two-and-a-half-year-old son was one of the victims, suffering heavy metal poisoning from the vaccination.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Three's not a crowd: Polygamy a la feminist
Three's not a crowd: Polygamy a la feminist Julia Suryakusuma Contributor Jakarta Now that I have reached almost half a century, and been widowed for three years, the time has come to review my needs in life. Should I remarry, as my family wishes? Why would I need to remarry? Girlfriends my age say, "What for, Julia? You'd just be adding to your problems". True. After all, I know how to make a living; socially I'm used to going everywhere by myself; emotionally I'm also independent.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Musician Ian deals with rock's ups and downs
Musician Ian deals with rock's ups and downs Hera Diani , The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Ian Antono is the epitome of the cool guitarist. The 54 year old keeps his words to a minimum, smokes a lot, is well-mannered and laid back, off and on stage. Unlike his outfit on stage, however, he dressed down for this interview, wearing a loose-fitting white shirt and jeans. Despite his perenially long hair, Ian said he did not like the typical rocker outfit: Tights, leather and high heeled boots.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
The Presidential elections: A prognosis
The Presidential elections: A prognosis Jusuf Wanandi Jakarta During a conference on the Indonesian elections held by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the Asia Pacific School of Economics and Government (APSEG) at the Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra on May 13 to May 14, political analysts Harry Tjan and Sjahrir did not support my prediction of a duel between Wiranto and Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in the runoff of the presidential election on Sept.20.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
French writer Inandiak mirrors the Javanese tradition
French writer Inandiak mirrors the Javanese tradition Kunang Helmi-Picard Contributor Paris When Elisabeth Inandiak received the 2003 Literary Prize for Asia in March for her translation and adaptation of the early 19th century Javanese tale Serat Centhini, she was thankful that her parents were on hand.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Three's not a crowd: Polygamy a la feminist
Three's not a crowd: Polygamy a la feminist Julia Suryakusuma, Contributor, Jakarta Now that I have reached almost half a century, and been widowed for three years, the time has come to review my needs in life. Should I remarry, as my family wishes? Why would I need to remarry? Girlfriends my age say, "What for, Julia? You'd just be adding to your problems". True. After all, I know how to make a living; socially I'm used to going everywhere by myself; emotionally I'm also independent.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Alleged maid abuser charged in Malaysia
Alleged maid abuser charged in Malaysia Agencies Kuala Lumpur/Jakarta/Kupang A Malaysian housewife alleged to have violently abused her teenage Indonesian maid was charged on Saturday, a day after the suspect's husband lodged a police report claiming the maid's injuries were self-inflicted. A tearful Yim Pek Ha, 36, pleaded not guilty to four charges of voluntarily causing grievous harm to 19-year-old Nirmala Bonet, DPA reported.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Court denies Anwar bail request
Court denies Anwar bail request MALAYSIA: Malaysia's highest court rejected on Saturday a request by jailed former deputy prime minister Anwar Ibrahim to be released on bail pending the outcome of his final appeal of a sodomy conviction. Anwar lashed out at the judges, accusing of them of being "quite prejudiced". Anwar, 56, is serving prison terms totaling 15 years following convictions on corruption and sodomy charges.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
French writer Inandiak mirrors the Javanese tradition
French writer Inandiak mirrors the Javanese tradition Kunang Helmi-Picard Contributor Paris When Elizabeth Inandiak received the 2003 Literary Prize for Asia in March for her translation and adaptation of the early 19th century Javanese tale Serat Centhini, she was thankful that her parents were on hand.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
House's interior is designed for the ages
House's interior is designed for the ages Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta When appointed to design the interior of a three-story townhouse, Iwan Satrawiguna came up with a modern American-Mediterranean concept, aimed at meeting the different lifestyle needs and preferences of a family with young children.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Searching for a visionary leader
Searching for a visionary leader Elwin Tobing Iowa, U.S. In his speech accepting his nomination as the U.S. Democratic Party's 1992 presidential candidate, Bill Clinton said, "Where there is no vision, the people perish." This is true for individuals, corporations and so too for nations. Certainly, Indonesia is no exception. In this election season, Clinton's words are a timely reminder.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Oil price strength and its ramifications for Indonesia
Oil price strength and its ramifications for Indonesia David E. Sumual Jakarta Soaring oil prices have again been creating headlines in the economic sections of most newspapers. After climbing about 40 percent last year, oil prices have continued to gyrate widely over the past two weeks. Crude oil on the New York commodity market breached the psychologically significant level of US$40/barrel to hit a 13- year high of $41.70/barrel at the beginning of this week.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Design not the be all and end all of fashion careers
Design not the be all and end all of fashion careers Muara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta It's the glamor factor that draws a lot of young people into fashion careers, usually as designers or models. Fashion designers and models sometimes emerge as celebrities because of their frequent exposure in the mass media, fulfilling the dream to be rich and famous. But that is the minority.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
August set for transport council establishment
August set for transport council establishment Damar Harsanto Jakarta Responding to public criticism on the city's transportation policies, the Jakarta administration is to establish a Transportation Council in August at the latest. The deadline under Bylaw No. 12/2003 for the establishment of the council -- which is to accommodate public input regarding the transportation policies -- was this month.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Slank
Slank Artist : Slank Album : Road to Peace (Slank Records) When Slank vocalist Kaka yells, "Yo parents, learn how to understand your children!" in Gap, it tells us that while 20 years has passed, the band is still able to channel the voice of youth. This album was recorded live on stage, although it lacks the atmosphere, the spontaneity and interesting communication with the audience. And the prominent position of the sponsor's logo makes the album cover ugly.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Fashion and food festival a mix of everything
Fashion and food festival a mix of everything Leony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Sunday is the final day of the 2004 Jakarta Fashion and Food Festival at Kelapa Gading Permai residential area, North Jakarta, and it offers a wide array of events, from fashion shows to traditional dance, food from a variety of regions and even a talk show about cancer. The five-day festival, as its name suggests, features fashion and food as its main attractions.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Pick and choose the right watch
Pick and choose the right watch Singapore has long been a select shopping destination for Indonesians, even though they know they can get the same goods back home. Look no further than the example of the Cartier luxury watch. Indonesians account for 60 percent of customers who purchase the brand in Singapore, despite the same products being available at the Cartier boutique here. "That's still the Indonesian habit, which is part of our 'heritage'.
Sun, 23 May 2004, 00:00 WIB
Megawati orders the weeding out of RMS
Megawati orders the weeding out of RMS M. Azis Tunny, The Jakarta Post, Ambon President Megawati Soekarnoputri ordered here on Saturday the eradication of the separatist group, the South Maluku Republic (RMS), blamed for renewed clashes in Ambon last month, as Muslim protesters greeted her visit. "All forms of separatism should be wiped out because they threaten the Unitary Republic of Indonesia.