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Archive: 25 July 2004

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On the Selves

On the SelvesDari Uang Rakyat Sampai Pasien Politik (From Taxpayer's Money to Political Patient) Baharuddin Aritonang Pustaka Pergaulan, 2004 173 ppHow much is the monthly salary of a legislator? Many legislators have shied away from revealing the exact amount of their income.

Japan into Asian Cup quarters as Iran stumbles

Japan into Asian Cup quarters as Iran stumblesReuters, Beijing Holder Japan came from behind to beat Thailand and book its place in the Asian Cup quarterfinals on Saturday as Iran fought back to snatch a controversial draw with Oman.

SE Asia ahead in terror war: Badawi

SE Asia ahead in terror war: BadawiMALAYSIA: Southeast Asia is winning the war against terror but could not yet declare victory, Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi said, a day after his intelligence chief warned of fresh attacks."I think we are winning that war ...

Borobudur temple: An ancient wonder confronts modern ills

Borobudur temple: An ancient wonder confronts modern illsWendy Pugh, Reuters, YogyakartaBorobudur temple rises in an immense dark stone pyramid from a fertile volcanic plain, a spiritual monument at the center of a battle over tourism and commerce.

Jewelry collection offers variety, versatility and some social good

Jewelry collection offers variety, versatility and some social goodMaria Endah Hulupi, Contributor, JakartaBehind the story of Island Jewels is a small yet growing social project, involving around 100 people, including stone-cutting artisans in a factory in Cilacap, West Java, and silversmiths.

A grand farewell

A grand farewellFor two months, the people of Ubud had come by the thousands to help the royal family prepare the palebon (grand cremation) of its princess Tjokorda Istri Muter. During the same time, the royal family also spent much energy and funds to finance the elaborate rite.

Oppressed

OppressedManggar Maulana MahabanaIt was only natural for Tugimin to dream of having educated children. For he himself was unschooled, his parents lacking the funds to put him through school."The father may be uneducated, but not the children," he would say to his fellow pedicab drivers.

Indonesia ready for Asian Cup showdown

Indonesia ready for Asian Cup showdown Agence France-Presse, Jinan, China Indonesia has dusted itself off after its 5-0 mauling by China and says it is ready to face Bahrain as the two countries battle for their first ever Asian Cup quarterfinal spot.

Better transportation or avenues for graft?

Better transportation or avenues for graft?When I heard in mid-June that construction had begun on the Monorail, slated to take two and a half years until completion, I was happy.I imagined that my dream of quick, comfortable, regular and inexpensive transportation would finally be a reality.

Political talk brews in Aceh's coffee shops

Political talk brews in Aceh's coffee shopsNani Afrida, The Jakarta Post, Banda AcehIn Aceh, Rp 500 not only pays for a steaming hot cup of coffee, but also a morning full of lively, sometimes quarrelsome conversation.

Activist Lily protects and serves the children

Activist Lily protects and serves the childrenHera Diani The Jakarta Post Jakarta When Kahlil Gibran said "your children are not your children", they were not merely the lofty words of an idealistic poet.

Elfira loses, China assured of girls' singles title at Milo badminton meet

Elfira loses, China assured of girls' singles title at Milo badminton meetMoch. N. Kurniawan, Medan, North Sumatra The Chinese squad has put on a high-flying performance in their first appearance at the US$11,000 Milo Junior Indonesia Open, with the Chinese already assured of the girls' singles...

Manual tabulation confirms Susilo's lead

Manual tabulation confirms Susilo's leadKurniawan Hari, JakartaThe General Elections Commission (KPU) began on Saturday the manual vote count for the presidential election, with Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and running mate Jusuf Kalla still leading the pack.As of 5 p.m.

Buyat Bay fishermen count losses from pollution

Buyat Bay fishermen count losses from pollutionJongker Rumteh and A. Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Manado/JakartaFishermen living near Buyat Bay and Ratatotok Bay in North Sulawesi said on Saturday they had suffered major losses following reports of an outbreak of Minamata disease caused by pollution...

Eight injured in bridge collapse

Eight injured in bridge collapseINDONESIA: Seven cars and a motorcycle plunged into the Cipunegara River when the Cipunegara Bridge collapsed.The bridge, which is in Pamanukan district, Subang municipality and was inaugurated in 1980, collapsed on Friday night during heavy traffic.

Workshop strives to build a sense of community

Workshop strives to build a sense of communityHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Megamendung, Bogor"What is acting?"Stage director/actor Sosiawan Leak threw out the question to open an acting class for some 100 young Buddhists here recently.One by one an answer was thrown back, from a hesitating "mmm...

Nyonya cuisine, a traditional fusion food

Nyonya cuisine, a traditional fusion foodMaria Endah Hulupi, Contributor, JakartaThe key to authentic Nyonya dishes, said Malaysian chef Amy Koh, is firsthand experience in knowing how to use liberal amounts of ingredients.Like all Nyonya cooks, she learned from the best teachers of all.

TV Program: Sunday, July 25, 2004

TV Program: Sunday, July 25, 2004.TB.30" .90"TVRI 6:00 a.m. Morning News7:00 Children Show: Pentas Ceria9:00 Music: Delta10:00 Sports11:00 Comedy12:30 p.m. English for Fun1:00 News: Berita Siang2:00 Music3:00 English News Service4:30 Music5:00 Cartoon: Robocon6:30 TV Drama7:00 News: Berita...

The spice is right at meradelima in Pondok Indah

The spice is right at meradelima in Pondok IndahStevie Emilia, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A friend's glowing recommendation or good reviews in local newspapers are usually my reason to give a new restaurant a try.

TV Program: Sunday, July 25, 2004

TV Program: Sunday, July 25, 2004.TB.30" .90"TVRI 6:00 a.m. Morning News7:00 Children Show: Pentas Ceria9:00 Music: Delta10:00 Sports11:00 Comedy12:30 p.m. English for Fun1:00 News: Berita Siang2:00 Music3:00 English News Service4:30 Music5:00 Cartoon: Robocon6:30 TV Drama7:00 News: Berita...

Makeover madness: When a whole new you really isn't

Makeover madness: When a whole new you really isn'tKrabbe K. Piting, Contributor, JakartaOne seemingly normal afternoon, I received a call from an old friend who works as a beauty and fashion editor at a popular women's magazine.

'Mengejar Matahari': No shining example of filmmaking

'Mengejar Matahari': No shining example of filmmakingMengejar Matahari (Chasing the Sun) (Drama, 120 minutes) Starring Winky Wiryawan, Udjo, Fauzi Baadilla, Fedi Nuril, Agni Arkadewi Directed by Rudi Soedjarwo A SinemArt and Kipas Communication production (Indonesian language) ** (out of ****) Hera...

Cargo ship sinks after collision

Cargo ship sinks after collisionINDONESIA: The Nantai I cargo ship sank in the Madura Strait on Saturday after it was hit by another cargo ship, the Era Baru.No fatalities were reported in the accident.

Rock on: Using natural stones for a warm interior

Rock on: Using natural stones for a warm interiorMaria Endah Hulupi, Contributor, JakartaHard, cold and rough looking: That is how we usually consider the humble stone, which we choose to keep outside the home for rock gardens or patios.

Activist Lily protects and serves the children

Activist Lily protects and serves the childrenHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, JakartaWhen Kahlil Gibran said "your children are not your children", they were not merely the lofty words of an idealistic poet.

Drive on to help S'pore Muslims

Drive on to help S'pore MuslimsSINGAPORE: A major initiative to free needy Moslem families in Singapore from the poverty trap goes into effect this year.The S$1.5 million (US$877,000) set aside by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore will help community groups assess and implement programs...

Lack of information a hurdle in HIV/AIDS fight

Lack of information a hurdle in HIV/AIDS fightDavid Kennedy, Contributor, Jakarta, d_kenn@yahoo.comIn the Papuan town of Merauke, near the Indonesian border with Papua New Guinea, a giant billboard shows a grotesque demon engulfed in hellfire. The caption reads: "Be aware! HIV/AIDS is evil.

Can the twain meet between two cultural opposites?

Can the twain meet between two cultural opposites?Let me say that I love my wife very much. She is sweet, kind, beautiful and I can't imagine my life without her. That's without question.It is true, however, that we are different in many ways. For example, she is a woman and I am a man.

Bogor student wins reading contest

Bogor student wins reading contestBambang Nurbianto, JakartaTen-year-old Rizky Muharom is a regular elementary school student from Bogor, West Java. But he can turn himself into an old man, a woman or even an animal when reading a story.