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Searching for all articles published on 1997-10-26 ...

33 articles.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/'Speed 2' bigger but not better than first one

'Speed 2' bigger but not better than first oneBy Laksmi Pamuntjak-Djohan JAKARTA (JP): Speed 2, Jan de Bont's sequel to the surprise summer hit of 1994, only confirms that sequels are not necessarily equals.The premise follows a patented franchise formula: bigger but not necessarily better.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Three-in-one policy takes a beating in Jakarta's streets

Three-in-one policy takes a beating in Jakarta's streetsBy Edith Hartanto JAKARTA (JP): The restricted traffic zone policy, referred to as the "three-in-one" system, has had its share of controversy since first being introduced on April 20, 1992.The policy, based on Law No.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Wig-wearing mania carpets trendy Jakartans

Wig-wearing mania carpets trendy JakartansBy Agni Amorita JAKARTA (JP): A raging phenomenon has hit fashion-conscious Jakartans since the end of last year: the wearing of wigs.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Quality child care should be accessible

Quality child care should be accessible As Bill and I prepared for Thursday's White House conference on Child Care, we tried to recall what things were like when we were two working parents with a young child.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Airlines introduce raised airfares

Airlines introduce raised airfares JAKARTA (JP): The country's airlines will introduce tomorrow raised airfares and add additional charges to tickets bought before Oct. 27 for flights departing today and onward.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Residents cheer sporadic rain amid drought, haze

Residents cheer sporadic rain amid drought, haze JAKARTA (JP): Amidst pessimistic forecasts that the current drought could drag on even longer, rains fell sporadically yesterday to the great cheer from residents who had been suffering from water shortages and foul air due to haze for the past ...

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Local patients seek 'personal touch' abroad

Local patients seek 'personal touch' abroad JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's lack of sufficient medical facilities and the absence of an overall personal touch in health care may be among reasons thousands head to Singapore every year.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/PAS band's harsh music tunes blare their 'individuality'

PAS band's harsh music tunes blare their 'individuality'By Helly Minarti JAKARTA (JP): Parents, if you pass your teenage children's bedroom and hear harsh music blaring out loud, it could be one of those mind-boggling tunes from PAS, an Indonesian band stamped as the flag bearer of so-called ...

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Young British designers cut their cloth in Asia

Young British designers cut their cloth in AsiaBy Dini S. Djalal JAKARTA (JP): Ye Olde England, land of green hills rolling into the mists, golden ale rolling into ever-ready pint glasses, and pallid tweed rolling out of closets.Tweed, not taffeta? 'fraid not.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Morality a yardstick of a leader's quality

Morality a yardstick of a leader's qualityPemimpin dan Kepemimpinan Pemerintahan; Pendekatan Budaya, Moral dan Etika (Government Leaders and Leadership; Cultural, Moral and Ethical Approaches) By Dr.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Have money, will travel for new breed of Indonesians

Have money, will travel for new breed of Indonesians JAKARTA (JP): Today's Indonesians hunger for a new title -- HBA -- to round out their academic achievements and career gains."Has Been Abroad" is a point of pride for many in their families, communities and workplaces.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/The ins and outs of three-in-one

The ins and outs of three-in-one The restricted traffic zone system in Jakarta's central area, popularly called the "three-in-one" system, will soon be phased out because newly appointed Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso considers it as ineffective in easing congestion.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Is wedlock devilish or Godly?

Is wedlock devilish or Godly? JAKARTA (JP): The midlife crisis is a modern phenomenon.It is traced to fear of losing youth and libido. It spares none, has gone global, and has its own fall out: some find their marriages rocked; but many do stay within wedlock, and laugh at it.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Aussie golfer wins Dubai Creek Open

Aussie golfer wins Dubai Creek OpenBy Bobby Allan Wilson DUBAI, UAE (JP): Australia's Adrian Percey yesterday sank a dramatic 12 foot putt for par on the final hole of regulation play to win the Omega Tour's US$250,000 Dubai Creek Open by one shot from South Africa's Des Terblanche.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Hunting ancient treasures with supernatural powers

Hunting ancient treasures with supernatural powersText and photos by Tarko Sudiarno YOGYAKARTA (JP): Psychics have long offered their services in the interest of science in the countries that made up the now- defunct Soviet Union.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Former entertainer tunes in to labor issues

Former entertainer tunes in to labor issuesBy T. Sima Gunawan JAKARTA (JP): Arist Merdeka Sirait used to sing and play guitar in hotels. Today, he has left the entertainment world far behind as he dedicates his life to the struggle for workers' rights.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Children's intellect shaped by tales

Children's intellect shaped by talesBy Soekanto S.A. BOGOR, West Java (JP): Parents should set aside time for their children to snuggle up and listen to good stories.That was the prevailing message of experts and educators during last week's National Storytelling Week.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/One in 6 Indonesians has mental problems

One in 6 Indonesians has mental problems JAKARTA (JP): Some 36 million Indonesians, or nearly one in six of the country's 200 million people, suffer from minor mental illnesses, according to an expert.Dr. H.A.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Some do's and don'ts of reading aloud

Some do's and don'ts of reading aloud BOGOR, West Java (JP): One of the first things to remember before parents read aloud to their children is that they should also be interested in the book.Children can sense that you are bored with a book, and they would very likely think the same thing.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Indonesians flock to S'pore for better health care

Indonesians flock to S'pore for better health care SINGAPORE (JP): It is no secret that Indonesians have for many years flocked to Singapore to shop. What is often overlooked is that many go to the island state for medical care.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/TV Program: Sunday, 26, 1997

TV Program: Sunday, 26, 1997TVRI 6:00 a.m. TVRI News 6:25 Morning News 6:45 Religious Teachings: Hikmah Pagi 7:15 Healthy and Fit 7:30 Children's Program: Arena Kami 8:00 Brudy and Family 8:30 Cartoon Film 9:00 People and Event 9:30 Variety Show: Disekitar Kita 10:00 TVRI News ...

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Indonesia's Sebastian Gunawan tailors to fit the woman

Indonesia's Sebastian Gunawan tailors to fit the womanBy Dini S. Djalal JAKARTA (JP): Booming, thriving and skyrocketing are words often used to describe Indonesia's retail industry.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/New law shortchanges child workers

New law shortchanges child workersBy Apong Herlina Child labor is the subject of an international conference in Oslo on Oct. 27-Oct. 30, jointly organized by the International Labor Organization and the United Nations Children's Fund.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Global poverty

Global poverty On Oct. 17, the world celebrated what is known as the "International Day for Poverty Eradication". The principal aim was to call the attention of governments and the affluent to the unfortunate, nasty plight of the poor.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/A Reminder of Forest Fire in Indonesia

A Reminder of Forest Fire in Indonesia We are no longer beauty queenswith sexy brown skinThere will be no more beauty pageantsAll contestants are dehydratedWe sing with throaty voicesand tears streaming down our cheeksStill, no one notices usWhere are all the rich princes? Don't they remember our ...

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Medicine in Jakarta to cost 15 percent more

Medicine in Jakarta to cost 15 percent more JAKARTA (JP): Medicine is likely to cost an average 15 percent more in Jakarta from December because of soaring costs of imported raw materials, an industry official said.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Guess What?

Guess What? Some of his fans may be surprised to find out actor-comedian Harry "Boim" de Fretes is making a quantum leap in showbusiness by trying his hand at directing.But it is merely the realization of a long-held ambition for the 30-year-old."Directing has been a childhood dream.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Susi, Joko miss national championships

Susi, Joko miss national championships JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's best shuttlers Susi Susanti and Joko Suprianto will miss the 1997 Ardath Badminton National Championships in Bandung from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Storytelling captures the hearts of children

Storytelling captures the hearts of childrenBy Rita A. Widiadana JAKARTA (JP): Hundreds of children clapped and cheered, shrieking with laughter as WeEs Ibnu Say ended his story.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Kramnik out-calculates Kasparov

Kramnik out-calculates KasparovBy Kristianus Liem JAKARTA (JP): In yet another glorious Category 19 event, six of the world's strongest players met in Novgorod, Russia, in double round-robin.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Going to school

Going to schoolBy Lucia Esti Elihami "Not very much," Yani said weakly as she handed over a tattered cotton bag containing a few coins to her father. He took the bag without removing his gaze from the paper cup he was holding in the other hand. But he frowned when he saw what was inside.

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/Sarwono keeps mum on bonuses

Sarwono keeps mum on bonuses JAKARTA (JP): In an apparent attempt to meet State Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Hayono Isman's call not to over- publicize the bonuses of 19th SEA Games winners, Indonesian Tennis Association chairman Sarwono Kusumaatmadja declined to mention bonus amounts ...

Sun, 26 Oct 1997

JP/In the lap of luxury at new Amanjiwo holiday resort

In the lap of luxury at new Amanjiwo holiday resortBy Tedy Novan BOROBUDUR, Central Java (JP): The gripe of the rich and famous about never finding a private moment gets short shrift among the rest of us trapped in the rat race.