Archive: 2 February 2003
46 articles found
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/20/INTRO
JP/20/INTRO Gong Xi! Text and photos P.J. Leo Everyone is seeing red. The Chinese New Year is upon us and it is being celebrated in most parts of the city with a wide variety of attractive, culturally rich traditions. Everyone, from children to the elderly, are reveling in the joy that this holiday brings, because the Chinese New Year, locally known as Imlek, is a time for happiness, hope, friendship and prosperity.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesians saved from prostitution
Indonesians saved from prostitution MALAYSIA: Malaysian authorities rescued 10 Indonesian women who were allegedly smuggled into Sabah on Kalimantan island and forced into prostitution, AP reported. Malaysian police and Indonesian immigration officials raided a hotel in Keningau town and freed the women Wednesday after three other Indonesian women who escaped from the hotel alerted them. Four Malaysian men were arrested and could face charges of running a prostitution ring.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
In and around Bukittinggi, West Sumatra
In and around Bukittinggi, West Sumatra Rachel Rinaldo, Contributor, Bukittinggi, West Sumatra After nearly six months of living in the heat of Jakarta, I was ready to spend some time in the mountains. A 12-day trip to Sumatra with my husband and parents provided the perfect opportunity; we spent the last few days of our visit basking in the cool, clean air of the West Sumatran highlands.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Soldier shot colleague dead
Soldier shot colleague dead INDONESIA: A soldier has been shot dead by afellow soldier in Aceh province, AFP reported. Second Sgt. Zellwijal was shot with a semi-automatic rifle by his colleague, First Pvt. Yuliasri, on Friday in Simpang Paya village, NorthAceh, said Maj. Eddi Fernandi, the Aceh military spokesman. Zellwijal was part of a military team providing security to the ExxonMobil oil and gas production facilities.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Shaggy live at Senayan: Heats up, treats Jakarta reggae lovers
Shaggy live at Senayan: Heats up, treats Jakarta reggae lovers Joseph Mangga, Contributor, Jakarta Jakarta's pop music fans were treated last Tuesday night to a two-hour high-energy performance by Jamaican-American reggae singer Shaggy at the Senayan Indoor Tennis Courts. Accompanied by rap vocalist Rik Rok, and his silky-voiced backup crooner, Rayvon, Shaggy arrived just a week after his high-profile appearance in Singapore as the emcee for the MTV Asian Music Awards on Jan. 23.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
`Imlek' brings rain, fortune for beggars
`Imlek' brings rain, fortune for beggars Evi Mariani and Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Heavy rains poured down on most parts of the city late Friday evening, the eve of Chinese Lunar New Year, heralding good blessings and fortune in the coming year for both the Chinese community and beggars alike. Hundreds of Indonesians of Chinese descent packed Dharma Bhakti Temple in Glodok, West Jakarta, lifting up prayers and casting wishes as the big bell chimed midnight, Feb.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Business directory on CD-ROM helps you find leads
Business directory on CD-ROM helps you find leads Zatni Arbi, Columnist, Jakarta, zatni@cbn.net.id Seven years ago, I worked in partnership with a friend from Singapore and started a small direct mail business in Jakarta. We hired three young girls whose job was mainly to collect names, addresses, phone numbers and company names and enter them onto our computers.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
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================================================== (Caption for spotlight column. Client: PT Ford Motor Indonesia) FORD MOTOR INDONESIA ENVIRONMENTAL GRANT AWARD ANNOUNCEMENT: PT FORD MOTOR INDONESIA recently announced the five recipients for its grants for the conservation and environmental program. The event was held on Jan. 21 in Jakarta.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
On The Shelves
On The Shelves Leadership Quotient: Perempuan Pemimpin Indonesia; by Martha Tilaar and Wulan Tilaar Widarto; PT Gramedia Widiasarana Indonesia, Jakarta 2003 Martha Tilaar is inseparable from the beauty business. People know her as the owner PT Sari Ayu, a local cosmetic company she built over 30 years into a giant in the country's cosmetics industry. Her success has won her many awards, both internationally and at home.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Sunday, Feb. 2, 2003
TV Program: Sunday, Feb. 2, 2003 TVRI 5:03 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News: Berita Pagi 7:30 Sports Feature 8:00 DRTV 8:30 Variety Show: Arena Kece 9:00 Film: Si Unyil 9:30 Bando 10:30 TV Drama: Rumah Kita 11:00 Maskum Show 12:00 p.m.News: Berita Siang 12:30 Traditional Comedy: Mustika Campur Sari 2:30 Cempala 3:30 Religious Teachings 4:00 Entertainment 5:00 Canda 6:00 News: Berita Petang 7:00 Paviliun 21 7:30 Dancing Program: Dansa Yok Dansa 9:30 Opera Cinta 10:35 Music: Music Tempo Doeloe...
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
`Cakrawala' rides the Chinese cultural revival
`Cakrawala' rides the Chinese cultural revival Evi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta For almost a full decade in the 1990s, Radio Cakrawala had to be content with being a nondescript private radio station with little to distinguish it from among the many other private radio stations operating in Jakarta.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Southeast Asia to remain competitive in manufacturing: Singapore
Southeast Asia to remain competitive in manufacturing: Singapore Agence France-Presse, Singapore Southeast Asia will remain competitive as a manufacturing base despite the rapid growth of industries in China, Singapore Trade Minister George Yeo said Wednesday. "First, Southeast Asia has a longer history in advanced manufacturing and has built up strong competencies over the years, with well-developed knowledge clusters," he said.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Landslide kills 10 in Kuningan, W. Java
Landslide kills 10 in Kuningan, W. Java Nana Rukmana, The Jakarta Post, Kuningan, West Java Rescue workers and local villagers continued on Saturday the search for the two remaining bodies of at least 10 people killed in a landslide that buried their houses in Cantilan village, in the West Java town of Kuningan. The tragedy early Friday came after a deadly landslide in Garut regency, to the southwest of Kuningan, claimed the lives of at least 21 people three days earlier.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Awam Wahono draws final match to win 2003 Pusam Cup
Awam Wahono draws final match to win 2003 Pusam Cup Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Samarinda, East Kalimantan FIDE Master (FM) Awam Wahono drew with Grand Master (GM) Edhi Handoko in 16 moves to win the Pusam Cup chess tournament here on Saturday. Also during the final round, GM Cerdas Barus and International Master (IM) Ivan Situru agreed to a draw after just 11 moves, each player leaving the board with a half a point.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
`Razor revolution' leaves no room for errors
`Razor revolution' leaves no room for errors Edwin Pieroelie, Contributor, Jakarta There's a growing revolution in Jakarta sweeping through public and private offices, among our elders and youth, across the full demographic range of citizens. And as alarming as the involvement of sharp razors and close skin contact sounds, this movement, the razor revolution, is very peaceful.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Message from SriLankan Airlines Country Manager
Message from SriLankan Airlines Country Manager SriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and has been a long-standing member of the Jakarta community. Our operating schedule has changed over the years but in the year 2000 we took a conscious decision to increase our presence in Indonesia, adding 50 percent more capacity with the introduction of our third weekly flight.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Chinese consumers most optimistic in Asia-Pacific region
Chinese consumers most optimistic in Asia-Pacific region Agence France-Presse, Singapore Consumers in China have the most optimistic economic outlook in the Asia-Pacific region, with confidence also strong in Malaysia, Thailand and New Zealand, according to a survey released Wednesday. Less optimism prevails in Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and the Philippines, MasterCard International said in its latest six- monthly survey.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
`Imlek' blessed, but equality still elusive
`Imlek' blessed, but equality still elusive Hera Diani and Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Commercialism never fails to adapt to the latest situation, the most recent example being the celebration of the Chinese New Year, called Imlek here. Two weeks before the New Year on Saturday, shopping centers were competing with each other to present the best and most complete atmosphere of Chinese culture.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Milk fish, a traditional dish for `Imlek' in Jakarta
Milk fish, a traditional dish for `Imlek' in Jakarta Maria Endah Hulupi, I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Traditional vendors usually display beautiful cut flowers along a small street in Rawa Belong, West Jakarta. Several days before the Chinese Lunar New Year celebration, or Imlek, however, you will also see about two dozen residents of Jakarta's indigenous Betawi ethic group turn into vendors, selling ikan bandeng (milk fish) to people of Chinese descent in the neighborhood.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Bali fund raising held in S'pore
Bali fund raising held in S'pore SINGAPORE: Ambassadors from nine countries and celebrities will man the bar and mix cocktails at a Singapore fund-raiser for Bali. Thursday's event at Zouk, a popular pub, is aimed at attracting 2,000 people and raising S$ 50,000 forthe island, racked by a terrorist attack in October.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Farah Angsana hits Paris catwalk
Farah Angsana hits Paris catwalk Last year in Carrousel du Louvre Paris, Farah Angsana presented her men's wear collection, in which the diverse ethnicity of Indonesia played a major part. The Medan-born designer used Sumatra tenun (weaving) in her belts, sarongs, Acehnese embroidery and silk Balinese sarongs. Farah, a graduate of London's Central School of Fashion, reigned on the Paris catwalks on Jan.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Samsuridjal gives all he has to help those with HIV
Samsuridjal gives all he has to help those with HIV Debbie A. Lubis The Jakarta Post Jakarta When a group of health workers and community leaders leisurely chatted with an HIV positive woman on her veranda, residents in a village in Indramayu regency, West Java were startled. They were even more surprised watching a doctor eat snacks offered by the woman. The residents were afraid the doctor would be infected by the virus.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Scusa: Sparkling new venue lights up Jakarta pub scene
Scusa: Sparkling new venue lights up Jakarta pub scene I don't know about you, but I've never had much time for those pubs-cum-restaurants, and visa versa, where the diners and imbibers are forced to sit in unholy proximity to each other. You know, those poorly thought-out joints where the dining tables are crowded all the way right up to the bar, where the likes of your's truly and mates are happily ensconced.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to Stay in Bukittinggi:
Where to Stay in Bukittinggi: There are inexpensive hotels and homestays on Jl. Ahmad Yani, Jl. Teuku Umar, and Jl. Benteng (on the way to the fort). The only upscale option is the centrally-located Novotel, on Jl.Laras Datuk Bandaro. Where to Go in Bukittinggi: *Stroll through the Pasar Atas (Upper Market), in front of the clocktower in the center of town, and then continue on to the Pasar Bawah (Lower Market) below it. The best market days are Wednesday and Saturday. *The traveler cafes on Jl.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
In early February last year, heavy rain submerged many parts
In early February last year, heavy rain submerged many parts of the capital, including areas that had never before been touched by flood waters. The flooding claimed many lives and crippled the capital for days. Thousands of people had to spend nights in their vehicles or in roadside shelters because the roads to their homes were underwater. Now, one year later, we are again entering February and heavy rains are expected.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Nature-inspired home an oasis in the city
Nature-inspired home an oasis in the city Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As more people reach out and try to get in touch with nature, they are increasingly incorporating elements of nature into their homes in the ultimate marriage of modern convenience and natural solitude. Among these people is Joelianto Noegroho, a young executive whose nature-inspired home reflects the search for a sanctuary amid the stress of the capital.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Publisher Eric Oey wants to see RI reading
Publisher Eric Oey wants to see RI reading Lila Fitri Aly, Contributor, Jakarta Eric Oey said there was no holiday for a real businessman. Night or day and weekday or weekend are just the same. Meetings are held any time and any place. An employee, on the other hand, can forget his routine job once he gets home from the office. "If a businessman can enjoy too much spare time, this means his business is not successful.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
In early February last year, heavy rain submerged many parts
In early February last year, heavy rain submerged many parts of the capital, including areas that had never before been touched by flood waters. The flooding claimed many lives and crippled the capital for days. Thousands of people had to spend nights in their vehicles or in roadside shelters because the roads to their homes were underwater. Now, one year later, we are again entering February and heavy rains are expected.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Enjoy fresh air and a hot bath at Cipanas resort
Enjoy fresh air and a hot bath at Cipanas resort Simon Howland, Jakarta Post, Cipanas, West Java It's Friday afternoon and you've just finished a grueling week of work in the capital. Jakarta is sticky-hot, and the forecasts indicate little hope of a change in weather over the next few days. In short, a weekend in the city looks bleak, and you're eager to escape to a more hospitable climate, maybe with a few more trees and even a bit of fresh air. Look no further, Cipanas holds the key.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI needs 'harm reduction' approach to cut HIV/AIDS
RI needs 'harm reduction' approach to cut HIV/AIDS I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With the rate of HIV infections increasing at alarming levels among injecting drug users (IDUs) in the country, Indonesia is moving toward adopting the controversial "harm reduction" approach to contain the epidemic. The harm reduction approach is a range of measures and strategies focused on reducing the adverse health consequences caused by drug abuse, particularly intravenous drugs.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/18/CORRECT
JP/18/CORRECT Correction: The article Oscar Motuloh focuses his lens on the art of dying which appeared on the Arts column on Page 18 on the Sunday, Jan. 26 edition contained a number of errors which were caused during the editing process. 1. Paragraph 5 should read: "Therefore, don't expect realistic portrayals of the tombs, for the pictures are the result of Oscar Motuloh's personal response to emotions aroused by the object...(inserting the dropped word "don't") 2.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
27 soldiers desert after being denied Ambon job
27 soldiers desert after being denied Ambon job Yemris Fointuna The Jakarta Post Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara At least 27 soldiers were detained for desertion from the Naibonat Military Headquarters in East Nusa Tenggara province, a local military officer said on Thursday. The runaway troops, all Ambonese, fled the headquarters on Jan. 26 after being told they would not join a deployment of soldiers to their war-torn homeland of Maluku.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Former addict campaigns against drugs
Former addict campaigns against drugs I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Demitrius (not his real name) would always be silent every time a conversation touched the sensitive issue of his younger brother, who is HIV-positive. He blames himself for his brother's condition. "It took me a long time to make peace with myself about it, thanks to the support of my loyal and caring friends. But I have never been able to forgive myself for what happened to Dino," he said.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Imlek, a symbol of reconciliation and hope
Imlek, a symbol of reconciliation and hope Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Gong Xi! Gong Xi! The Chinese word for congratulations is being heard all around the world this weekend with Chinese New Year falling on Saturday. Beyond all the festivities -- the lion and dragon dances, the food, the clothes and the commercialism -- there is an interesting history behind the holiday which goes back thousands of years.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Two killed in Cirebon bus crash
Two killed in Cirebon bus crash INDONESIA: At least two were killed and eleven others were injured when a bus carrying passengers from Jakarta to Semarang, Central Java, drove into a traditional market in Cirebon, West Java on Saturday. Witnesses said the bus Putri Jaya, which also hit two parked motorcycles, three pedicabs and three carts, failed to stop and crashed into the crowded market in Celancang, Kapetakan district, after developing brake trouble.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Reading car specification for dummies
Reading car specification for dummies Arief Hidayat, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta When a new car is launched, the car's specifications are always to be found in its advertisements. Usually, the specifications provide details such as capacity, power, ignition, performance, fuel consumption, etc. From these specifications, prospective buyers will be able to tell a little something about the car's performance.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/ERIC
JP/3/ERIC check the date marked in bold below please. Publisher Eric Oey endures in RI poor reading habits Lila Fitri Aly Contributor Jakarta Eric Oey said there was no holiday for a real businessman. Night or day and weekday or weekend are just the same. Meetings are held any time and any place. An employee, on the other hand, can forget his routine job once he gets home from the office. "If a businessman can enjoy too much spare time, this means his business is not successful.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Budget approved sans public debate
Budget approved sans public debate Ahmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta legislative council approved on Friday the Rp 10.98 trillion (US$1.2 billion) 2003 city budget with little public debate. The council also approved the city's off-budget reserves of Rp 750 billion to finance the handling of natural disasters, including floods.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Best and worst, tidbits from the 2003 MTV Asia Awards
Best and worst, tidbits from the 2003 MTV Asia Awards Kenny Santana, Contributor, Singapore The winners have been announced; the awards have been given. But there were many things at the recent 2003 MTV Asia Awards here that deserved to prizes. Certain things that happened at the venue that the audience at home did not get to see, like little mishaps for instance, or the best presenters.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Harm reduction is safe and effective: WHO
Harm reduction is safe and effective: WHO I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The controversial harm reduction approach, whose introduction has met with strong opposition abroad, is gradually gaining ground in several countries as a true complement for two previous drug eradication approaches: remand reduction and supply reduction.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Barongsai' troupe aims at young people
'Barongsai' troupe aims at young people Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta From outside the Tan Su Tjie crematorium on Jl. Pinangsia III in Kota, West Jakarta, the sound of drums being beaten was heard last Thursday night, combined with the clash of cymbals and the sound of traditional gongs. At the back of the building, inside a white hall with a high ceiling, some 30 young people between the ages of 13 and 20 were rehearsing for a barongsai (traditional Chinese lion dance) performance.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Today's cameras and printers: Fully digitalized
Today's cameras and printers: Fully digitalized By Megy Magdalena Contributor Jakarta Compact, quick and practical. These are only some of the superior features of today's digital cameras. One does not have to waste time for the entire process of printing photos. Connecting a digital camera to the computer is all it takes to view and send pictures by e-mail. With your own printer, of course, the printing can be processed in the comfort of your home.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Oscar Lawalatta's tie-dyeing goes beyond fashion
Oscar Lawalatta's tie-dyeing goes beyond fashion Fitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta For young talented designer Oscar Lawalatta, tie-dyed cloth is an artistic expression. It goes beyond fashion and its lingering style or trends. In Oscar's hand, the antiquated cloth becomes modern, vibrant and expressive. In Oscar's latest work, tie-dye, or locally known as Jumputan, is not just a cloth patterned with dots.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Esprit de corps and the sacrificing of the Indonesian judiciary
Esprit de corps and the sacrificing of the Indonesian judiciary Winahyo Soekanto Lawyer Consumer Care Foundation Jakarta winahyo@yahoo.com Woe betide whistle-blowers in Indonesia, especially those from among law enforcers. Rather than being hailed as heroes for publicly unveiling violations, they are usually fed to the sharks by those parties directly threatened by the revelations.
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, Feb. 2, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, Feb. 2, 2003 Exhibitions * Photo, Arsitektur Jepang Kontemporer, Gallery Mini, The Japan Foundation, Summitmas 1, 2nd, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 61-62 Jakarta, (Tel. 021-5201266), Feb. 4 to Feb. 28, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. * Holey Things-Beads, of all Materials from all parts of Indonesia, by Dharma Mulia Galleries, in the Lobby Bisamena Club, Dharmawangsa, Jl. Dharmawangsa Raya No. 39, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, (Tel. 021-7258668), until Feb. 2, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m..
Sun, 02 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE OF H.E. THE AMBASSADOR OF
INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE OF H.E. THE AMBASSADOR OF SRI LANKA Today, Feb. 4, 2003, Sri Lanka celebrates her 55th anniversary of gaining Independence from her colonial ruler. It is my great pleasure on this very special day to address our Indonesian friends, and the Sri Lankans and others living here who have roots in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka and Indonesia have had very close religious, political, cultural, economic and commercial relations over a millennium.