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32 articles.
Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Ramadhan time for Jakarta

Ramadhan time for JakartaSundayMaghrib 6:19 p.m.MondayImsak 4:23 a.m.Subuh 4:33 a.m.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Music education now an industry in Jakarta

Music education now an industry in Jakarta JAKARTA (JP): In the 1950s and 1960s, music education was limited to private tuition and a few music schools.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Weather agency warns of major floods and storms

Weather agency warns of major floods and storms JAKARTA (JP): The national weather agency warned yesterday of even bigger floods hitting Jakarta and other cities in Java in the coming weeks because of heavy rainfalls and tropical storms.The floods that hit parts of Jakarta on Jan. 13 and Jan.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Garuda determined to improve service

Garuda determined to improve serviceBy K. Basrie JAKARTA (JP): Today, state-owned air carrier PT Garuda Indonesia celebrates its 48th anniversary in the midst of endless public complaints, government hopes for better earnings and the airline's desire to go public.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/TV today

TV todayTVRI 6:00 a.m. Religious Teachings: Hikmah Pagi 6:25 Morning news 6:45 Healthy and Fit 7:00 News 7:30 TV Series 8:00 Women's Program: Tata Busana 8:30 Children's Story: Cerita Untuk Anak 9:00 English News Service 9:30 People and Events 10:00 Music: Album Minggu Ini 11:00 ...
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Preserving nation's literary past

Preserving nation's literary pastIlluminations, The Writing Traditions of Indonesia; Edited by Ann Kumar and John H.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Clinic treats menopausal symptoms

Clinic treats menopausal symptoms JAKARTA (JP): Here is a good news for middle aged women currently being trapped in serious menopausal miseries.A special clinic promises to give new hope for these women to help them enter their midlife transition smoothly.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Junior shuttlers to dominate RI Sudirman Cup team

Junior shuttlers to dominate RI Sudirman Cup team JAKARTA (JP): The Badminton Association of Indonesia indicated yesterday that it would send a number of junior shuttlers to the Sudirman Cup and World Championships, both in Glasgow, Scotland, in May.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Guess What? Ratih Sanggarwati

Guess What? Ratih Sanggarwati For Ratih Sanggarwati, one of Indonesia's top models, walking along runways is as easy as flying is for a bird. But speaking at a seminar makes her a little bit nervous.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/'Blangkon' has lost its relevance among Javanese

'Blangkon' has lost its relevance among JavaneseBy R. Fadjri YOGYAKARTA (JP): For the Javanese, blangkon -- the headdress worn by Javanese men -- is more than a hat to cover the head. It is an accessory that is supposed to add respectability to the wearer.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Sitok: 'There are poems within me'

Sitok: 'There are poems within me'By Sirikit Syah SURABAYA (JP): "There are poems within me. They are just there. I don't need to search for them anywhere else." Sitok Srengenge will always give this reply when asked about his creative process.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Begging offers better way of earning a living

Begging offers better way of earning a livingBy Myra Sidharta JAKARTA (JP): An American friend once remarked on a visit to Indonesia: "You Indonesians must be good people. That's why there are so many beggars around. And not only that, they look well-fed and some are not even handicapped.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Learning a bit about the fast life with 'Jack'

Learning a bit about the fast life with 'Jack'By Achmad Nurhoeri JAKARTA (JP): Carpe diem was the catch phrase when Robin Williams played a teacher in Dead Poet's Society. Now he's back with another bouquet of simple but contemplative notions in his latest film, Jack.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Focusing on Chinese brushwork

Focusing on Chinese brushworkDear Friends,It's now time for me to introduce the technique of Chinese brushwork.Although there are numerous Chinese writings on the principles and theories of brushwork, there is not much material dealing specifically with its techniques.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Local judo body eying nine SEA Games golds

Local judo body eying nine SEA Games golds JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Judo Association expects to win nine of the 16 gold medals on offer in the 19th SEA Games here in October.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/The rocky road to abain an Australian driver's license

The rocky road to abain an Australian driver's licenseBy Natasha Sky and Linda Holland JAKARTA (JP): The computer screen flashes "Sorry, try again later." A large red "Sorry" continues to pulsate as an irritating beep rings throughout the room.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Steps to abtain a driver's license

Steps to abtain a driver's license JAKARTA (JP): Theoretically, applying for a driver's license in Indonesia, for locals and foreigners alike, should not be a complicated process. Not as complicated a process as most people actually go through.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Well-balanced low-fat diet helps for a healthy menopause

Well-balanced low-fat diet helps for a healthy menopause JAKARTA (JP): Women who go through menopause can reduce the risks of developing osteoporosis or heart disease by maintaining a well-balanced, moderately low-fat diet.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Training center aims for perfection

Training center aims for perfectionBy Lukman Natanegara JAKARTA (JP): Human resource development is one of the main concerns of the state-owned flag carrier Garuda Indonesia.Garuda proves it by continually modernizing its training facilities in Duri Kosambi, West Jakarta.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Aerowisata makes flight more enjoyable with food

Aerowisata makes flight more enjoyable with foodBy Christiani S.A. Tumelap JAKARTA (JP): Flying high in the sky is not only about getting to destinations quickly and safely, but also enjoying the meals served by the airlines.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Garuda earns both praise and criticism

Garuda earns both praise and criticism JAKARTA (JP): Being the national flag carrier, it is only natural that Garuda faces huge challenges fulfilling the increasing demands of its passengers. While it is loved by many it is also loathed by some.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Acute snags in driver's license process needs reform

Acute snags in driver's license process needs reformBy K. Basrie JAKARTA (JP): There's a joke among police-beat reporters about police cadets: Most parents of police cadets always pray for the same thing -- that their sons will be assigned to the driver's license service bureau.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Inauguration ceremony exhilarates U.S. first lady

Inauguration ceremony exhilarates U.S. first ladyBy Hillary Rodham Clinton Inauguration Day for Bill (Clinton) and me ended early Tuesday morning after a whirlwind tour of 15 Inaugural Balls. We arrived at the White House around 2 a.m. exhausted but exhilarated. We were also famished.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Classical music appreciation begins early in life

Classical music appreciation begins early in lifeBy Laksmi Pamuntjak-Djohan JAKARTA (JP): Western classical music has endured many misfortunes.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Three more suspects killed for resisting police arrest

Three more suspects killed for resisting police arrest JAKARTA (JP): Police shot dead three men, believed to be criminals, yesterday for resisting arrest in North Jakarta and South Jakarta, taking this month's death tally to at least nine.Sgt.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/On reading habits

On reading habits I read with interest Ms. Refina Harahap's letter (Jan. 24, 1997) about poor reading habits. In 1995 a small foundation called Yayasan Kinatouan opened six village libraries and last year we opened another six in Minahasa, North Sulawesi.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Guess What? Alya Rohali

Guess What? Alya Rohali A new TV star is about to be born. Alya Rohali, Miss Indonesia 1996 Vegas, will begin shooting her first TV series, Serpihan Mutiara Retak (Shards of Cracked Pearls) next month.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/U2 goes Pop with its latest single 'Discotheque'

U2 goes Pop with its latest single 'Discotheque'By Meidyatama Suryodiningrat JAKARTA (JP): Fans have been clamoring about it for the past six months, and though the official commercial release of U2's latest single, Discotheque, is not for another week, it is already being played by several radio ...
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Studies help to demystify menopause

Studies help to demystify menopauseBy Dewi Anggraeni MELBOURNE (JP): If our foremothers can be believed, menopause is a woman's curse, along with menstruation and other things which only attach themselves to women.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Alarms necessary to prevent crime

Alarms necessary to prevent crimeBy T. Sima Gunawan JAKARTA (JP): Another Idul Fitri is coming. The city will again be a little more quiet for some time, as about a third of its 10 million residents are expected leave for their hometowns.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Airlines tussle in services dogfight

Airlines tussle in services dogfight To celebrate the 48th anniversary of the country's flag carrier, Garuda Indonesia, which falls today, The Jakarta Post investigated airline service. The focus is on Garuda but other airlines are also covered.
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Sun, 26 Jan 1997

JP/Accident

AccidentBy A.D. Donggo It felt like the end of a very long journey when he opened his eyes for the first time. A journey that took him down slopes that choked him with fear. His whole body felt boneless. It was as if his bones were jointless and lay scattered about.
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