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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/TV Program: Wednesday, June 4, 2003

TV Program: Wednesday, June 4, 2003.TB.30" 1.00" TVRI .TB.30" .90" 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi7:00 English News Service9:00 Music10:00 Quiz: Dibisikin11:00 News: Berita Daerah12:00 p.m.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/FE Chicago Marathon training starts

FE Chicago Marathon training starts JAKARTA: Training starts on June 10 for the Chicago Marathon in the Far East. The 18-week training program is in preparation for the 42.5-kilometer race on Oct. 12.This will be the fifth consecutive year that the marathon will be staged in Indonesia.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Local media try to remain objective in Aceh coverage

Local media try to remain objective in Aceh coverageMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite their stance on the integrity of the Unitary Republic of Indonesia, local media have attempted to remain critical in covering the government's ongoing integrated operation in Aceh.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Solar-powered electricity may solve energy crisis

Solar-powered electricity may solve energy crisisSri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Gadjah Mada University's Center for Energy Studies (PSE) is offering a solar-powered electricity system as an alternative power source to help overcome the energy crisis that is currently affecting ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Fishermen grounded by strong winds

Fishermen grounded by strong winds CILACAP, Central Java: Strong winds have left about 20,000 fishermen in Cilacap unable to work for more than three weeks."The strong winds will keep blowing for the next three months, but we have to deal with it during the dry season.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for elections

KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for electionsKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The General Elections Commission (KPU) reported to the House of Representatives (DPR) on Tuesday its plan to increase the budget for general elections in 2004 from Rp 2.9 trillion (US$363 million) to Rp 3.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Volvo diplomacy

Volvo diplomacy Something is not quite right with this picture: Key Cabinet ministers arriving in their chauffeur-driven Volvo sedans to a Cabinet meeting on Monday to consider which direction to take on the status of Indonesia's relations with Sweden.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Bombing indictments submitted

Bombing indictments submittedWahyoe Boediwardhana and Andi Hajramurni, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar/Makassar The Bali Prosecutors Office submitted the indictments of nine more Bali bombing suspects to the Denpasar District Court on Tuesday.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Councillors welcome ban on smoking in public places

Councillors welcome ban on smoking in public placesBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A number of councillors gave strong support on Tuesday for the plan of Governor Sutiyoso to ban smoking in public places like shopping malls, offices, and on public buses and trains.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Three Army soldiers charged with assaulting civilians

Three Army soldiers charged with assaulting civiliansTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumawe, Aceh Three Indonesian Military (TNI) soldiers went on trial on Tuesday on charges of the mistreatment of villagers during the current offensive against rebels in Aceh.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Operators up parking fees without approval

Operators up parking fees without approvalZakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A number of private parking operators in Jakarta increased their parking rates at some sites by up to 100 percent on Monday, without the approval of either the city administration or council.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement

Legislators told to delay education bill endorsementKurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post JakartaHouse of Representatives Deputy Speaker Muhaimin Iskandar urged fellow lawmakers on Monday to resolve all of the contentious issues in the national education bill before bringing it to a House plenary meeting ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Explosives need more control

Explosives need more control JAKARTA: The House of Representatives' Commission I for defense and security affairs called for the establishment of an independent body to control the use of explosives.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Explosives need more control

Explosives need more control JAKARTA: The House of Representatives' Commission I for defense and security affairs called for the establishment of an independent body to control the use of explosives.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Aceh waters closed to foreign ships

Aceh waters closed to foreign shipsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The martial law administrator in Aceh has decided to close off Aceh waters to foreign ships, but has failed to communicate the move to the public.Navy Chief of Staff Adm.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Dizziness might be a sign of vertigo

Dizziness might be a sign of vertigo Dear Dr Donya, I would like to get your opinion regarding a problem my wife is suffering from. She is 31-years old and we have 2 daughters, the youngest is 2-years old.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Common food beliefs, myth or fact?

Common food beliefs, myth or fact?Melissa Southern-Garcia, Dietitian, Jakarta, SouthernDietitian@yahoo.com Food plays a vital part in our daily lives. Every culture, family and individual has its own set of beliefs about food which have been formed through experience, myths and lore.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Mountains or beaches? Pleasure is only hours away

Mountains or beaches? Pleasure is only hours away Feeling tired and in need of some rest and relaxation? Get out of the oppressive heat of Jakarta and refresh your body and mind at resorts close to the capital.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/RI in tough group in futsal meet

RI in tough group in futsal meet JAKARTA: Indonesia is drawn against favorite Argentina and Japan at the KL World 5s, an international futsal tournament, which began in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Tuesday.Twelve teams, divided into four groups, feature in the US$150,000 tournament.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/UK opposes use of Hawk warplanes in Aceh

UK opposes use of Hawk warplanes in AcehFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The British government has questioned the use of HS-Hawk warplanes by Indonesia during the military operation against rebels in Aceh, saying the pre-purchase deal restricted the planes from offensive missions.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/RI should check fine print before pursuing demands for Sweden, UN

RI should check fine print before pursuing demands for Sweden, UNKornelius Purba, Staff Writer, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta, korpur@yahoo.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Pirated CD vendors targeted in raid

Pirated CD vendors targeted in raidThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Police officers and officials from the Association for the Indonesian Recording Industry (Asiri) raided nine stalls selling pirated CDs and MP3 discs at Ratu Plaza shopping mall in South Jakarta on Tuesday.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/When parents should worry about accidents

When parents should worry about accidentsDonya Betancourt, Pediatrician, drdonya@hotmail.com Bumps and bruises are a typical part of childhood, but when should a parent be alarmed by the sight of blood or large bumps on their child?Anytime there is a fall or collision where there is evidence of ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Protests mark accountability report

Protests mark accountability report BATANG, Central Java: Opponents and supporters of Batang Regent Bambang Bintoro gathered at the City Council building on Tuesday to express their views on the regent's accountability report.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/`I'm happy being away from tobacco'

`I'm happy being away from tobacco' According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about five million people worldwide die annually from tobacco-related illnesses.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Susy Katipana lifts NTT's poor

Susy Katipana lifts NTT's poorP.J. Leo, The Jakarta Post, Kupang, Nusa Tenggara Timur Susy MD Katipana did not get the honorific title Pendekar Dari Timur (The Heroine from the East) for nothing.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Thousands of fish die in Siak River

Thousands of fish die in Siak River PEKANBARU, Riau: Thousands of fish and shrimp in the Siak River in Riau province have died over the past few days, likely because of pollution, a local environmentalist said on Tuesday.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/University told to promote pluralism

University told to promote pluralismSari P. Setiogi The Jakarta Post JakartaAs part of the academic community, university congregations should be role models for the nation on how to live peacefully in a diverse world, a noted scholar said.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Southeast Asia's role in eradicating terrorism

Southeast Asia's role in eradicating terrorismJusuf Wanandi, Member, Board of Trustees, Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Jakarta There are two more problems that have to be faced by the region. Protests and anti-U.S.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Editor tried over defamation

Editor tried over defamation JAKARTA: The executive editor of Jakarta-based Rakyat Merdeka daily went on trial on Tuesday for publishing a series of articles on President Megawati Soekarnoputri deemed defamatory.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/JITF upbeat about debt rescheduling target

JITF upbeat about debt rescheduling targetDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta Initiative Task Force (JITF) said on Tuesday it had restructured some US$20.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Burhanuddin optimistic on resolving BLBI dispute

Burhanuddin optimistic on resolving BLBI disputeThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bank Indonesia Governor Burhanuddin Abdullah has expressed optimism that an agreement could soon be reached on how to resolve the financial mess resulting from the disbursement of liquidity facility (BLBI) to troubled banks ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Great Sale to offer discounts of up to 70%

Great Sale to offer discounts of up to 70%Arya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta Great Sale will be held again this year to celebrate the city's 476th anniversary, and discounts of up to 70 percent will be introduced between June 14 and July 14 to boost business activities.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Four Seasons Resorts Bali

Four Seasons Resorts BaliTROPICAL GARDEN: Like most modern resorts, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran bay also features a lush tropical garden in their courtyard.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/IBM: `SEC investigating accounting'

IBM: `SEC investigating accounting'Bloomberg, Los Angeles International Business Machines Corp., the world's biggest computer maker, said the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is examining how the company recorded some sales, possibly because of a probe into a customer.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement

Legislators told to delay education bill endorsementKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Muhaimin Iskandar urged fellow lawmakers on Monday to resolve all of the contentious issues in the national education bill before bringing it to a House plenary ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Kabelvision's monopoly

Kabelvision's monopoly Considering the hefty fees Kabelvision asks monthly one would expect decent service, but if one lives in Tebet, special considerations apply, after all.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/RI athletes lack discipline, says KONI training head

RI athletes lack discipline, says KONI training headMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's preparation for the 22nd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games seems to be stuttering as the national training chief criticized the athletes for lacking discipline.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/2003 billiard league commences

2003 billiard league commences JAKARTA: The A Mild Billiard League began the 2003 season here on Tuesday with fourteen clubs set to play in the three-week- long, knock-out competition, which ends in August.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Lippo posts loss ahead of divestment

Lippo posts loss ahead of divestmentM. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With its public sale scheduled for this month, Bank Lippo announced on Tuesday that it posted a net loss of Rp 506 billion (US$59 million) in 2002, as compared to a profit of Rp 270 billion in 2001.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

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Bali's resorts hope to lure tourists to returnRita A. Widiadana The Jakarta Post, Nusa Dua, Bali ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/South Sulawesi fights illiteracy

South Sulawesi fights illiteracy MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: The South Sulawesi education office plans to reduce the number of illiterate people in the province by 11,400 this year, or 5 percent the total number of 280,000 illiterate people in South Sulawesi.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for elections

KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for electionsKurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post JakartaThe General Elections Commission (KPU) reported to the House of Representatives (DPR) on Tuesday its plan to increase the budget for general elections in 2004 from Rp 2.9 trillion (US$363 million) to Rp 3.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Critics say police turn blind eye to role of guards in drug trade

Critics say police turn blind eye to role of guards in drug tradeDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The issue of prison inmates running drug rings while they are behind bars will likely remain in the headlines as the police seem reluctant to delve into the role of prison guards in the drug ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/TNI holds second journalist training

TNI holds second journalist trainingA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Sixty more journalists from numerous media will train with the Indonesian Military (TNI) to receive their go-ahead in covering the military operation against the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) as embedded journalists.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Tourists drawn by pristine beaches of Bintan island

Tourists drawn by pristine beaches of Bintan island Fadli Contributor Batam "Have you ever visited Bintan island?" If this question was asked to Indonesians living outside Riau province, few would nod their heads.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/City Council demands annulment of `illegal' parking fee hikes

City Council demands annulment of `illegal' parking fee hikesBambang Nurbianto and Zakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta administration and the City Council rejected on Tuesday as illegal a decision by private parking operators to raise the charges for off-street parking in buildings ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/How sacred is the unitary state of Indonesia?

How sacred is the unitary state of Indonesia?J. Soedjati Djiwandono, Political Analyst, Jakarta Indeed, doubts have been expressed on the ambivalence of certain Western countries with regard to the Aceh conflict.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Cisadane express train launched

Cisadane express train launched TANGERANG: Banten governor Djoko Munandar launched the Cisadane Express commuter train at Pasar Anyer railway station in Tangerang municipality on Monday morning.The new four-car train will travel between Pasar Anyer station and Dukuh Atas railway station on Jl.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Companies warned over forest fires

Companies warned over forest firesHaidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru, Riau The Riau provincial forestry office issued a warning on Tuesday to 40 forestry companies not to set fire to scrub or forest land.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Lawyer, minister in law firm row

Lawyer, minister in law firm row JAKARTA: A lawyer filed a legal notification with the South Jakarta District Court over a dispute with the now-liquidated Yusril Ihza Mahendra and Partners law firm.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Two murdered in mysterious killings in Poso

Two murdered in mysterious killings in PosoErik W., The Jakarta Post, Palu, Central Sulawesi Mysterious killings have resurfaced in Poso regency, Central Sulawesi, following the withdrawal of security personnel as the end of the third Sintuwu Maroso security operation draws near.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/JP/8/nabiel

JP/8/nabielNabiel denies approving reclamation projectMoch. N. Kurniawan The Jakarta Post JakartaState Minister for the Environment Nabiel Makarim denied on Tuesday Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso's statement that the minister had changed his mind and decided to approve the reclamation of Jakarta's ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement

Legislators told to delay education bill endorsementKurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post Jakarta House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Muhaimin Iskandar urged fellow lawmakers on Monday to resolve all of the contentious issues in the national education bill before bringing it to a House plenary ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/RI to present Sweden with evidence against GAM

RI to present Sweden with evidence against GAMThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is preparing a last ditch effort to convince Sweden of a series of crimes linked to leaders of the separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM) now residing there.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Nabiel denies approving N. Jakarta reclamation

Nabiel denies approving N. Jakarta reclamationMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State Minister for the Environment Nabiel Makarim denied on Tuesday Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso's statement that the minister had changed his mind and decided to approve the reclamation of Jakarta's north ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Govt to move people to empty islands

Govt to move people to empty islandsMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Still smarting from the loss of Sipadan and Ligitan islands, the government is planning to resettle people from densely populated areas to 88 uninhabited islands on borders with neighboring countries under the ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Nurcholish urges university to promote pluralism

Nurcholish urges university to promote pluralismSari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As part of the academic community, university congregations should be role models for the nation on how to live peacefully in a diverse world, a noted scholar said.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Lack of enforcement overshadows changes in capital market law

Lack of enforcement overshadows changes in capital market lawRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Tougher sanctions may be imposed on violators of the capital market law under a proposed amendment, but experts are skeptical they would be effective in ensuring good corporate governance ...
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Seven fishermen deported by Australia

Seven fishermen deported by Australia KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Seven Indonesian fishermen from Rote Ndao regency were deported by the Australian Police after being arrested nearly a month ago.
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003

JP/Muslim preachers told to support Aceh war

Muslim preachers told to support Aceh warThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso told Muslim preachers on Tuesday not to use mosques as a forum to rally people against the military operation now taking place in Aceh province.
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