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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Safe sex facts vital protector for teens

Safe sex facts vital protector for teensMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Whether it's for reproductive or recreative purposes, safe sex is always worth campaigning for, particularly for teenagers.Take "Roni" for example.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/'Consumers need something more'

'Consumers need something more'I. Christianto, Contributor, Jakarta Growing competition among courier service providers has prompted business players to provide additional services for customers. Fast delivery on its own no longer impresses users.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/U2 hits new heights in Elevation concert

U2 hits new heights in Elevation concert A guy dies and goes to heaven. In the cavernous world above, an all-star band is on stage: the guy out of Feeder on drums, Berry Oakley on bass, Johnny Thunders and Jimi Hendrix on guitar.And then there is Bono running around the stage waving a flag.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Green Flies

Green FliesBy Maria Magdalena Bhoernomo Green flies the size of ostriches swarmed around Mangga Dua trading center in Jakarta, droning like the sound of planes. "Look, giant flies," shouted someone in front of an electronics shop, startling those around him.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Dede Eri Supria: Taking aim at globalism

Dede Eri Supria: Taking aim at globalismAendra H. Medita, Contributor, Jakarta In the eyes of a painter, an urban change means more than just a change, and will also have a profound significance.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/'I want Indonesia to become like Las Vegas'

'I want Indonesia to become like Las Vegas'Emmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta When speaking about the world of magic in this country, one name and face stands out: Deddy Cahyadi Sundjojo, better known as Deddy Corbuzier.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/'Sexy beast' to visit major cities

'Sexy beast' to visit major citiesClaire Harvey, Contributor, Jakarta When asked about Britain, most Indonesians are expert commentators on soccer and the royal family -- "err, Lady Di? Manchester United?" -- but that's about it.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Places for early birds to grab a hearty breakfast on the run

Places for early birds to grab a hearty breakfast on the runKenny Santana, Contributor, Jakarta Everyone knows that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Four RI children to attend World Cup

Four RI children to attend World Cup JAKARTA: Four Indonesian children will join children around the world to meet and escort top soccer players in the 2002 World Cup through a program organized by McDonald's Indonesia.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/RI stays in Group One, routs Lebanon 3-0

RI stays in Group One, routs Lebanon 3-0Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya Indonesia's Davis Cup team took an unassailable 3-0 lead over Lebanon to remain in Group One of the Asia-Oceania zone after Hendri Susilo Pramono and Bonit Wiryawan won a hard-fought doubles match over Ali Hamadeh and ...

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Grand Cherokee 4.71: The toughness of a jeep, comfort of a sedan

Grand Cherokee 4.71: The toughness of a jeep, comfort of a sedanPrimastuti Handayani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Cherokee no longer refers only to an important American Indian tribe. Now it also refers to the U.S.-based Jeep product.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/On the Record

On the Record Artist: Enzo Enzo; Album: Le Jour D'a Cote (BMG Music) Think of her music as Suzanne Vega with an occasional venture into Portishead. Sort of.Enzo Enzo is the stage name of French singer Korin Ternovtzeff.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Hospital puts vegetarian meals on the menu

Hospital puts vegetarian meals on the menuMelinda Hewitt, Contributor, Jakarta In our meat-focused world, it was a brave step to take.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

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RPX offers a variety of integrated logistic services Many courier companies offer either expedited ground freight, sea freight or air freight services but due to an increase in the demand for the faster transportation and distribution of goods, there is need for integrated, synergetic services.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/RI eyes gains in U.S.-S'pore free trade

RI eyes gains in U.S.-S'pore free tradeAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Bintan Indonesian manufacturers can expect to benefit from a planned free trade pact between the U.S. and Singapore, using the city- state as a jumping-off point for cheaper access to the U.S. market.Visiting U.S.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, April 7, 2002

Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, April 7, 2002Exhibitions * Photo Imitation of Life, Galeri Foto Jurnalistik Antara, Jl. Antara No. 59 Pasar Baru, Central Jakarta (Tel. 3458771), until April 9. * Painting by Bunga Jeruk and Sekar Jatiningrum, Edwin's Gallery Jl. Kemang Raya No.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

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Green Flies By Maria Magdalena Bhoernomo Green flies the size of ostriches swarmed around Mangga Dua trading center in Jakarta, droning like the sound of planes. "Look, giant flies," shouted someone in front of an electronics shop, startling those around him.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Still Playing

Still Playing We Were Soldiers (War, 135 minutes). Starring Mel Gibson, Madeleine Stowe, Greg Kinnear, Sam Elliot, Chris Klein. Directed by Randall Wallace.Harrowing account of an infamous episode in the Vietnam War. The absurdities of war are well portrayed and there is much graphic war violence.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Where are your favorite places to hang out?

Where are your favorite places to hang out? Nongkrong (hanging out) is one of the most popular things for teenagers to do in their spare time.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Now Showing

Now Showing Bandits (Crime/Comedy/Romance/Drama, 122 minutes). Starring Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton, Cate Blanchett, Troy Garity. Written by Harley Peyton. Directed by Barry Levinson.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Taipei not only for business travelers

Taipei not only for business travelersMehru Jaffer, Contributor, Taipei To not be involved in business means to feel terribly out of place in Taipei. Everybody is friendly enough here in this sprawling city, but they are all very, very busy.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/On the record

On the recordArtist : Alan Jackson Album : Drive (BMG Music Indonesia) Some of you may still be traumatized by the thought of country music because of Billy Ray Cyrus and that hair, the jig, the short legs, the achy-breaky heart.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Dengue fever ramains a threat in Jakarta

Dengue fever ramains a threat in JakartaBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Dengue fever remains a threat in the capital especially when the wet season is ending and the dry season begins.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Dollar-based rates cause problems for exporters

Dollar-based rates cause problems for exportersSudibyo M. Wiradji, Contributor, Jakarta Regular customers of international express courier companies praise the professionalism and reliability of the companies' air delivery services but grumble at the U.S.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Gently does it for ambassador Soemadi

Gently does it for ambassador SoemadiYenni Djahidin, The Jakarta Post, Washington D.C. When Ambassador Soemadi Brotodiningrat is asked to describe the state of relations between Indonesia and the United States, he chooses the word "sensitive".

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Asperindo members may soon raise tariffs to offset higher costs

Asperindo members may soon raise tariffs to offset higher costs The Association of Indonesian Courier Companies (Asperindo) has called for an increase in the tariff of express delivery services in the country following the increases in operating costs.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/An ounce of prevention is worth...

An ounce of prevention is worth... Riding the train is still one of the best options to travel. The reasons are obvious. The price of airfares is still high, while the bus is not an option unless you have lots of time on your hands.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/On The Shelf

On The Shelf Panggil Aku Peng Hwa (Call me Peng Hwa): Kumpulan Cerita Pendek (A Collection of Short Stories); By Veven Sp.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Tips

TipsPackaging * Don't exceed the weight specifications for your box. Packages should be larger than 7" x 4" x 2". Center contents in sturdy box surrounded by cushioning (bubble wrap, "peanuts" or foam pads).

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Jagdish Bhagwati: An intellectual heavyweight

Jagdish Bhagwati: An intellectual heavyweightHal Hill, Contributor, Canberra The Wind of the Hundred Days: How Washington Mismanaged Globalization; By Jagdish Bhagwati; MIT Press, Cambridge (USA), 2001; 383 pp +xxii; US$32.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Approved

ApprovedDHL Worldwide Express excels by continuously pushing the boundaries Like any other giant company, DHL Worldwide Express, one of the world's leading air express service companies, can easily cite facts and figures to prove its huge size, ubiquitous presence and success story in ...

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

JP/Cue the good times at Afterhour

Cue the good times at AfterhourBill Blade, Contributor, Jakarta Afterhour, Gedung Sarinah Lt 2, Jl. MH Thamrin No. 11, Central Jakarta. Tel: 39832047. Open from 12 midday to 2 a.m.

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Sun, 07 Apr 2002

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JP/ / DHL Worldwide Express excels by continuously pushing the boundaries Like any other giant companies, DHL Worldwide Express, one of the world's leading air express service companies, can easily cite facts and figures to prove its huge size, ubiquitous presence and success story in ...

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