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Archive: 30 October 2005

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JP/1/MIGRANT

JP/1/MIGRANTSons, daughters coming home for Idul Fitri reunionsID Nugroho The Jakarta Post/SurabayaAcross the country at most of the main entry gates, millions of sons and daughters -- especially daughters -- are coming home these days for the Idul Fitri holidays.

Now, it's purple gold

Now, it's purple goldStevie Emilia, The Jakarta Post/Singapore Back then, it was yellow and later on, it was white. And now it comes in purple as gold now speaks of individuality with a hint of glamor.According to Billi Chen, Customer Service Assistant of Lee Hwa Jewellery, which is presenting its...

Hotel bomb convict to get remission

Hotel bomb convict to get remissionThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Sardona Siliwangi, a 24-year-old man convicted of storing explosives used to bomb Jakarta's JW Marriott Hotel in 2003, was reported to be among the thousands of prisoners across the country to get jail cuts in observance of Idul Fitri.

Month of togetherness and fun

Month of togetherness and fun Ramadhan is a special month for all Muslims across the world as through fasting, they seek to get closer to God. For Muslims in Kauman village, Bantul regency in Yogyakarta, the month is not only an occasion where they can become closer to God, but also to have fun and...

~Sumber: pdpersi.co.id

~Sumber: pdpersi.co.id .rm Hospitals in Jakarta No. Name Addresses1 Abdi Waluyo, RS Jl. HOS Cokroaminoto No. 312 Agung, RS Jl. Sultan Agung No. 673 Al Kamal Jakarta, RSU Jl. Raya Al Kamal No. 2 Kedoya - Kebun Jeruk4 Asih, RS Bersalin Jl. Panglima Polim I/34 Kebayoran Baru5 Atma Jaya, RS Jl.

JP/1/Btw

JP/1/BtwWhen strangers call for THR As I was about to leave home one morning, a man wearing the uniform of a hansip (neighborhood security guard) approached me and said in a rather loud voice,"Hadiah Lebaran! Hadiah Lebaran! (Idul Fitri presents)" I had never seen him before.

Cultural talk show promotes art as bridge to peace in Maluku

Cultural talk show promotes art as bridge to peace in MalukuGrace Siregar, Contributor, Tobelo, North Maluku When I arrived in Tobelo, North Halmahera, of North Maluku province, in early 2005, one of the first people I met was Father Patrisius Anselmus Jeujanan, the director of SPB Radio, a local...

Il Mare satiates Italian food lovers

Il Mare satiates Italian food loversKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Down on the ground floor of the Mulia Hotel in Senayan, Italian food lovers can savor various Italian dishes and beverages in an atmosphere of tranquility.

TV Program: Sunday, October 30, 2005

TV Program: Sunday, October 30, 2005.TB.30" .90"TVRI 5:00 a.m. Koran Recital6:00 Morning News 9:00 Music: Delta10:00 Sports: Antar Gelanggang11:00 News: Berita Nusantara11:30 Children Variety Show1:00 p.m.

Emergency numbers during Lebaran

Emergency numbers during Lebaran Partial list of emergency numbers, restaurants and public services that will remain open during the holidays from Nov. 2 to Nov. 8A. EMERGENCY Police 112 Jakarta Police 523-4313 West Jakarta Precinct 548-2371 North Jakarta Precinct 439-31017 Central Jakarta Precinct...

Marriott offers 'Lebaran' sweets

Marriott offers 'Lebaran' sweets Sailendra Deli at the JW Marriott Hotel is presenting a unique selection of traditional snacks, including lanting (crunchy snacks made of cassava) for Lebaran.The snacks can be ordered from Oct. 3 through Nov. 4.

Poetry, short story books reveal world according to children

Poetry, short story books reveal world according to childrenRita A. Widiadana, The Jakarta Post, DenpasarTerbang (Flying): A Compilation of Best Poems Designed by Saritaksu Editions Lintang Tabloid, pub. 3 Kucing kecil (3 Small Cats): A Compilation of Short Stories Designed by Saritaksu Editions

Sons, daughters coming home for holiday reunions

Sons, daughters coming home for holiday reunionsID Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya Across the country at most of the main entry gates, scores of sons and daughters -- especially daughters -- are coming home these days for the Idul Fitri holidays.

Three school girls beheaded near Poso

Three school girls beheaded near PosoRuslan Sangadji and Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Poso/JakartaTension and grief remained heavy in the air in Central Sulawesi's town of Poso as three female students from a Christian high school were beheaded Saturday morning by six unidentified...

[i]Terbang (Flying):

Terbang (Flying): A Compilation of Best Poems Designed by Saritaksu Editions Lintang Tabloid, pub. 3 Kucing kecil (3 Small Cats): A Compilation of Short Stories Designed by Saritaksu Editions Lintang Tabloid, Organizing Committee of Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2005, pub.

When strangers call for 'THR'

When strangers call for 'THR' As I was about to leave home one morning, a man wearing the uniform of a hansip (neighborhood security guard) approached me and said in a rather loud voice,"Hadiah Lebaran! Hadiah Lebaran! (Idul Fitri presents)" I had never seen him before.

Azyumardi Azra:

Azyumardi Azra:Islam, restraint and corruptionKurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Prominent Muslim intellectual and rector at Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University (UIN) in Ciputat, Banten, Prof. Azyumardi Azra is a friendly, humble person.

Man arrested with 1,000 detonators

Man arrested with 1,000 detonatorsINDONESIA: East Nusa Tenggara Police said on Saturday they had arrested a man in possession of 1,000 detonators."The preliminary assumption is that the detonators were going to be sold for illegal fishing purposes, but we are not discounting other possibilities,"...

Hospitals need reputation management

Hospitals need reputation managementRudijanto, Contributor, Jakarta An email sent to a cyber mailing list in the third week of October warning all mailing list members about the poor coordination at a Greater Jakarta-based hospital could have a more damaging impact on the hospital's reputation once...

JewelFest hopes to make Singapore a jewelry shopping destination

JewelFest hopes to make Singapore a jewelry shopping destinationStevie Emilia, The Jakarta Post/Singapore With its sparkle and shine, jewelry has long provided that extra glitz for the fashion world. But now jewelry is stepping out on its own and taking over center stage.

Nikko hampers have RI flavor

Nikko hampers have RI flavor To celebrate Idul Fitri, the Nikko Hotel is putting together a range of hampers, which guests can order until Nov. 3.The hampers have been beautifully arranged by executive chef Setiyanto and pastry chef Sapto Wibowo and his team.

Installment of MRP members delayed

Installment of MRP members delayedINDONESIA: The inauguration of members into the Papuan People's Council (MRP) in the provincial capital of Jayapura has been delayed for technical reasons, a senior Papuan councillor said on Saturday.

Beckett's 'Godot' brings hope to PLWHA

Beckett's 'Godot' brings hope to PLWHAI Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar When noted Balinese dramatist and director Cok Sawitri was asked by Tunjung Putih (White lotus), a Bali-based support group for People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA), to transform its activists into stage actors, she...

Youth need 'open, accurate approach' to sexual health

Youth need 'open, accurate approach' to sexual health Duncan Graham Contributor/Surabaya To stay healthy and to be responsible, Indonesian youth should have access to condoms and other contraceptives in places where they feel relaxed about obtaining them, says a report on sexual health based on...

Virgin coconut oil for health

Virgin coconut oil for health During a recent health and lifestyle expo at the Jakarta Convention Center, PT Trimatari Bio Persada introduced a nutritious syrup called Cocona.Made of pure organic coconut, Cocona oil may be of help in the treatment of ailments such as hepatitis, liver diseases,...

Talks start on opening Kashmir border for quake aid

Talks start on opening Kashmir border for quake aidZarar Khan, Associated Press/Muzaffarabad, PakistanArchrivals India and Pakistan started talks on an unprecedented opening of their disputed Kashmir border to help victims of the massive earthquake believed to have killed about 80,000 people,...

JP/1/blurb

JP/1/blurbBlurb leftThe S'pore wayCross the Strait of Malacca to see how Muslims in neighboring Singapore break the fast ... and visit a popular seasonal market that is seeing its last Ramadhan.Page 9Blurb rightFlying highBoys will be boys ...

JP/1/MIGRANT

JP/1/MIGRANTSons, daughters coming home for Idul Fitri reunionsID Nugroho The Jakarta Post/SurabayaAcross the country at most of the main entry gates, scores of sons and daughters -- especially daughters -- are coming home these days for the Idul Fitri holidays.

Bustling S'pore bazaar provides last hurrah for Ramadhan shoppers

Bustling S'pore bazaar provides last hurrah for Ramadhan shoppers When the sun has set and the breaking of the fast has been observed, the only destination worth visiting in Singapore during Ramadhan -- if you wish to spend an entire evening indulging in shopping while basking under bright street...

TV Program: Sunday, November 6, 2005

TV Program: Sunday, November 6, 2005.TB.30" .90"TVRI 5:00 a.m. Koran Recital6:00 Morning News 9:00 Music: Delta10:00 Sports: Antar Gelanggang11:00 News: Berita Nusantara11:30 Children Variety Show1:00 p.m.

Police make key arrest, still hunting for Mahdi

Police make key arrest, still hunting for MahdiRuslan Sangadji, The Jakarta Post, Palu After a concerted manhunt, police officers arrested on Saturday outside of Palu, a key figure from the Mahdi sect, which recently made headlines after a deadly clash with police.

JP/16/CP

JP/16/CPWho is to blame for the demise of CP Biennale The CP (Open) Biennale, an invention of well-known curator Jim Supangkat and businessman Tjianan Djie, was one that put Indonesia on the map, according to the New York Times 3 years ago.

JP/13/Banti

JP/13/BantiBantimurung, The Kingdom of Butterflies Andi Hajramurni Correspondent/Ujung Pandang British zoologist Alfred Russel Wallace once called Bantimurung National Recreation Park the Kingdom of Butterflies. The park is home to butterflies of numerous colors, patterns and sizes.

Addie takes pleasure in smoking cigars

Addie takes pleasure in smoking cigars For conductor Addie MS, 46, cigars are an everyday luxury. He smokes a cigar between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to relieve work-related stress."For me, 4 p.m. is the best time to smoke a cigar. I wait for 4 p.m. with enthusiasm," Addie told The Jakarta Post on Monday.

JP/13/Park

JP/13/Park Bantimurung: A cool respite from city life A nice-day trip for travelers and a great escape for Makassar City residents, Bantimurung National Recreational Park in South Sulawesi is a beautiful spot to enjoy nature and chill out.

JP/13/Banti

JP/13/BantiBantimurung, The Kingdom of Butterflies Andi Hajramurni Correspondent/Ujung Pandang British zoologist Alfred Russel Wallace once called Bantimurung National Recreation Park the Kingdom of Butterflies. The park is home to butterflies of numerous colors, patterns and sizes.

Healthy juices from Harris

Healthy juices from Harris The Harris Hotel in Tebet, South Jakarta -- which recently opened its doors on Sept. 18 -- offers fresh and healthy juices at its Bar Lounge.From apple juice to star fruit juice, visitors can watch it being made right before their eyes.

Weightlifting looks to lift two SEAG golds

Weightlifting looks to lift two SEAG goldsMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With several weight classes dropped from the roster and new athletes yet to reach their peak, national weightlifters are unlikely to bring back the five golds of two years ago from this November's Southeast...

Idul Fitri falls on Nov. 3: Muhammadiyah

Idul Fitri falls on Nov. 3: MuhammadiyahJAKARTA: The country's second-largest Muslim organization, Muhammadiyah, announced on Saturday that Idul Fitri would fall on Nov. 3.Muhammadiyah secretary-general Goodwill Zubir said the decision was made based on its hisab (Islamic calendar calculation...

JP/1/MIGRANT

JP/1/MIGRANTSons, daughters coming home for Idul Fitri reunionsID Nugroho The Jakarta Post/SurabayaAcross the country at most of the main entry gates, millions of sons and daughters -- especially daughters -- are coming home these days for the Idul Fitri holidays.

Breaking the fast in Singapore

Breaking the fast in SingaporeNauval Yazid, Contributor, Singapore Whereas most Indonesians favor being at home with their families for buka puasa (the breaking of the fast) Singaporeans prefer to gather at mosques with fellow Muslims to quench their thirst and enjoy a light meal.

JP/13/INTRO

JP/13/INTRONine journalists from print media companies in Asia grouped in the Asia News Network (ANN), in which The Jakarta Post is a member, visited Berlin and Munich in Germany earlier this month at the invitation of Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, the main sponsor of the network.

Thaworn ahead in Indian Open

Thaworn ahead in Indian Open NEW DELHI: Thaworn Wiratchant stayed on course to win the Indian Open Golf tournament after carding a four-under-par 68 in Saturday's third round for a three-shot lead.The Thai, who leads the Asian Tour Order of Merit after two wins this year, including the Indonesia...

New collection from D'Angel

New collection from D'Angel D'Angel has launched a new bag collections, including the Classic Collection and the Clutch Collection by young Indonesian designer Dewi Soegiarto.The Clutch Collection includes 20 designs that are appropriate for any event.