Indonesian Political, Business & Finance News

Archive: 20 November 2005

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APEC shake hands on trade, flu, terror

APEC shake hands on trade, flu, terror Burt Herman, Associated Press, Busan, South Korea Asia-Pacific leaders including U.S. President George W. Bush, China's Hu Jintao and Indonesia's Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono sought to breathe life into stalled global trade negotiations at an annual summit Saturday with a statement calling for a breakthrough in a stalemate with Europe over agricultural subsidies.

Aceh's drum of peace hits freezing Oslo

Aceh's drum of peace hits freezing Oslo Endy M. Bayuni, The Jakarta Post, Oslo The temperature outside the Oslo Konserthus has hit below freezing point, but the 16 young women and men from Aceh, making their international debut, shake off the cold weather and any stage fright they may still have as they sing, beat the tambour, and dance around the stage in the Silat Aulia Dance.

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JP/10/intro Patching into the 'Buzz' CampusBuzz was created by The Jakarta Post to better serve our readership, and is dedicated to young adults attending universities, vocational colleges and other tertiary or advanced learning institutions. This new page, which will appear biweekly in the Sunday issue, is intended to develop as a conduit of communication and a forum for sharing ideas through the contributions of tertiary students.

Arema pip Persija to win inaugural Copa

Arema pip Persija to win inaugural Copa Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In a dramatic, tension-filled game marred by controversial refereeing, Arema Malang handed Persija Jakarta its second final loss of the year on Saturday to win the Copa Dji Sam Soe national soccer title.

Photo exhibit looks at life from a window seat

Photo exhibit looks at life from a window seat Those who have ever been lulled by the rocking, rhythmic motion of a train as it rolled over tracks stretching toward the horizon may equally be lured by Rel Waktu (Railway of Time), a photo exhibit by Edy Purnomo that opened on Friday.

UI law students reach out to disadvantaged students

UI law students reach out to disadvantaged students Gamila Mustika, Contributor, Jakarta Forty-year-old Dwi Krisyanti, a teacher at SDN Ratu Jaya 4 in Pancoran Mas, Depok, south of Jakarta, said teaching at the elementary school was not easy. "Kids in this school are very poor. Toys are out of the question. They cannot even afford nutritious food needed for their growth and mental development," said Dwi, who has been teaching for 22 years.

Binus writing competition

Binus writing competition After hosting a workshop on writing articles for print and on- line media on Oct. 10, Bina Nusantara University (Binus) will hold a writing contest with the theme, "Strategies and Experiences Using Information Technology." The contest's committee has invited university students from different departments to take part in the competition and share their ideas for improving the learning process at the university.

Sports, arts at UGM anniversary

Sports, arts at UGM anniversary To commemorate its 56th anniversary, state Gadjah Mada University of Yogyakarta will hold several events, ranging from science seminars to sports and art festivals. Hundreds of lecturers and their families will take part in a fun bike ride around the university campus in Bulak Sumur on Sunday. There will be prizes from sponsors for participants.

A beach-style oasis of food, fun in the heart of the CBD

A beach-style oasis of food, fun in the heart of the CBD A few years back, one of Jakarta's most popular places for a pleasant dinner and a spot of hanging out was Kafe Tenda Semanggi, a complex of two-story, wooden framed, Balinese style restaurants located in the Central Business District no man's land between Jl. Sudirman, Rasuna Said and Gatot Subroto, just off the Semanggi intersection.

Travel warnings reinstated after website find

Travel warnings reinstated after website find Agencies, Jakarta Western states have issued fresh travel warnings for their citizens over possible terrorist attacks in Indonesia after a website was discovered offering tactics and locations for killing foreigners in Jakarta.

Ikasakti to host golf tournament

Ikasakti to host golf tournament Aiming to foster friendship, the Association of Alumni of Trisakti University (Ikasakti) will host a golf tournament at Mentari Golf, Bukit Sentul, West Java on Nov. 27. With business contacts traditionally cemented on the golf course, the university's alumni, many of whom hold important positions in the business world, will be able to use this event to enlarge their networks.

Christian couple shot in C. Sulawesi

Christian couple shot in C. Sulawesi INDONESIA: A Christian couple was shot on Saturday evening by unidentified attackers in Palu, Central Sulawesi, a day after a teenage girl was shot and killed in the same town by unidentified assailants. The couple, identified as Pudji Laksono and Novlin, was returning home on a motorbike from a church gathering when two men opened fire on them, witnesses said as reported by news portal detik.com.

Top model Arzetti still slim, wants more babies

Top model Arzetti still slim, wants more babies Unlike many women, top model Arzetti Bilbina seems to have had no problem with her weight after giving birth. "I've lost 11 kilograms, from 71 kilograms to 60 kilograms in three weeks thanks to the treatments at Marie France Bodyline," Arzetti, who has just been appointed as the body care center's spokesperson, told reporters.

Azyumardi Azra:

Azyumardi Azra: Islam, restraint and corruption Kurniawan 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. He often discusses a variety of matters with colleagues, academicians, politicians, leaders of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and newspeople.

Exhibit explores developments in esthetics

Exhibit explores developments in esthetics Chisato Hara, The Jakarta Post, Bandung Traveling along the new stretch of toll road connecting the capital to its sister city, Bandung, a panorama of rolling hills, cassava plantations and small kampong nestled in green valleys unfolded before the eyes, set against muted peaks beyond the haze -- an apt path to take for a visit to Badung di Bandung, an exhibition of contemporary artist group 12 pas being held at The Peak Resort Dining until Nov. 28.

Now, it's easy to karaoke

Now, it's easy to karaoke Doharto J. Simatupang, Contributor, Jakarta Today, a karaoke system is already part of the daily life of many people in Indonesia, particularly in big cities. Rather than going to karaoke lounges, many people like to enjoy their own karaoke set at home. Having worked hard throughout the day, people can relax after hours by singing some of their favorite songs. A karaoke system is also a must-have for those who wish to become a singer.

Chick-lit author unveils Sabrina's dream with charm, message

Chick-lit author unveils Sabrina's dream with charm, message Tatik Chusniyati, Contributor, Malang Jilbab Britney Spears: Catatan Harian Sabrina (Britney Spears' head scarf: Sabrina's diary) Herlinatiens Pustaka Anggrek, Yogyakarta, October 2004 199 pp Amid the flourishing of chick-lit, Helinatiens, born in Ngawi in 1982, is one of the talented young female novelists who have sowed greater fertility in the rather barren land of Indonesian literature.

Art and sports week at Tarumanagara

Art and sports week at Tarumanagara The Student Association of Tarumanagara University's School of Economics will host a weeklong sports and art week on the theme "Running to be Your Best". Taking place from Nov. 23 until Dec. 2, the organizing committee will put on several sports matches, including futsal and three-on-three basketball, as well as a modern dance contest.

Dance contest at Atma Jaya

Dance contest at Atma Jaya If you are high school or college student and have a flair for dance, you are invited to take part in a dance contest organized by students of the School of Medicine at Atma Jaya University in Jakarta. The contest is open to groups of three to five people. A registration fee of Rp 35,000 must be paid before the selection process on Nov. 21. The final of the contest will be held on Nov. 26 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Atma Jaya's campus in Semanggi, Jakarta.

Police identify third Bali suicide bomber

Police identify third Bali suicide bomber Eva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The National Police said on Saturday they had identified the third suicide bomber of the Oct. 1 bomb attacks on Bali, as efforts in the manhunt for Noordin M. Top and other terrorists continued. National Police spokesman Insp. Gen. Aryanto Boedihardjo said that the third suicide bomber was Aip Hidayat, and he was a resident of Pamarikan, Ciamis regency, West Java.

Vic Falls: The adventure capital of Africa

Vic Falls: The adventure capital of Africa A group of five Indonesian journalists, including Veeramalla Anjaiah and photographer P.J. Leo from The Jakarta Post, visited Zimbabwe recently. Zimbabwe's Ministry of Information and Publicity invited them to see what was happening in that Southern African country.

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JP/14/jilbab Jilbab Britney Spears: Catatan Harian Sabrina (Britney Spears' head scarf: Sabrina's diary) Herlinatiens Pustaka Anggrek, Yogyakarta, October 2004 199 pp Chick-lit unveils Sabrina's dream with charm Tatik Chusniyati Contributor/Malang Amid the flourishing of chick-lit, Helinatiens, born in Ngawi in 1982, is one of the talented young female novelists who have sowed greater fertility in the rather barren land of Indonesian literature.

World leaders say 'cheese' in raibow of coats

World leaders say 'cheese' in raibow of coats Agence France-Presse It is the moment they all dread -- grinning awkwardly for the camera in distinctly unpresidential fancy dress. They wore ponchos in Chile, silk shirts in China, bomber jackets in Canada and batik shirts in Indonesia. And on Saturday Asia-Pacific leaders continued the APEC tradition by putting on the national dress of South Korea, the durumagi, a V-necked silk robe fastened by a large bow over the chest (photo above). U.S.

New designs, colors offered to brides

New designs, colors offered to brides Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Some brides might prefer off-the-shoulder gowns with layers, while others may choose those with halters or V-necks or payets to cast a spell over their wedding reception. There was plenty of choices for would-be brides at the Wedding Inspiration II bridal exhibition in the Diamond Ballroom of the Nikko Hotel recently, with the gowns on show expected to become the trends for the next four or five years.

New feature in LG refrigerators

New feature in LG refrigerators LG Electronic Indonesia (LGEI) has launched a new feature in its refrigerator that could preserve vitamin C in vegetables and fruits. With the new feature, called Vitamin +, vegetables and fruit can be preserved up to two times longer than in normal refrigerators, according to the firm. The new feature allows LG refrigerators to produce antioxidant that delay the oxidation process, which is believed to be the reason behind the decrease in the vitamin C content.

Zielinski to bring Sumber Cipta's 'Alice' to life

Zielinski to bring Sumber Cipta's 'Alice' to life Chisato Hara, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In commemoration of the 10th anniversary of their studio in Pondok Pinang, South Jakarta, the Sumber Cipta ballet school is to perform Alice in Wonderland next weekend at the Jakarta Playhouse (Gedung Kesenian Jakarta).

New feature in LG refrigerators

New feature in LG refrigerators LG Electronic Indonesia (LGEI) has launched a new feature in its refrigerator that could preserve vitamin C in vegetables and fruits. With the new feature, called Vitamin +, vegetables and fruit can be preserved up to two times longer than in normal refrigerators, according to the firm. The new feature allows LG refrigerators to produce antioxidant that delay the oxidation process, which is believed to be the reason behind the decrease in the vitamin C content.

Giving life meaning through conservation

Giving life meaning through conservation Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta About 200 people gathered under a gazebo in the complex of the Pancasila University, Lenteng Agung, South Jakarta recently. It was 11 p.m. and the lights were all switched off. The only illumination came from candles. The people were members of Talaseta, an environment conservation group of the university's economics faculty.

TV Program: Sunday, November 20, 2005

TV Program: Sunday, November 20, 2005 .TB.30" .90" TVRI 5:00 a.m. Koran Recital 6:00 Morning News 9:00 Music: Delta 10:00 Sports: Antar Gelanggang 11:00 News: Berita Nusantara 11:30 Children Variety Show 1:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang 1:30 Survivors 3:00 English News Service 7:00 News: Berita Nasional 7:30 Music: Dian Rana 9:00 News: Dunia Dalam Berita 10:30 Music: Nostalgia TPI 5:00 a.m.

Yohanes Surya: A physicist with many dreams

Yohanes Surya: A physicist with many dreams T Sima Gunawan, Contributor, Jakarta A good physicist, he had a good job at the U.S. Nuclear Physics Center in Virginia; he had even obtained a green card from the government. But Yohanes Surya decided to leave the country and return to Jakarta as he was determined to contribute to the development of physics in Indonesia through education. "Indonesia has so many clever people. Unfortunately, (their potential) has not been developed," he said.