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Die Bruecke builds a bridge between locals, expatriates

Die Bruecke builds a bridge between locals, expatriatesChristina Schott, Contributor, JakartaSomewhere hidden in the labyrinth of bumpy streets of Pondok Gede in South Jakarta, the Modern Diakonian Campus (KDM) offers a home and school for street children.

ASEAN faces energy challenges

ASEAN faces energy challengesAgence France-Presse, SingaporeSoutheast Asian economies face diverse challenges in coping with high oil prices, among them removing costly fuel subsidies and attracting investments into the energy sector, U.S. investment bank Morgan Stanley said.

JP/17/PUASA

JP/17/PUASA40 years of breaking the fast at Medan's grand mosque Apriadi Gunawan The Jakarta Post/Medan Zamilah was panting as she hurried, bowl in hand, to a side yard at Medan's Al Mahsum Grand Mosque.

Wage talks heat up, but going nowhere

Wage talks heat up, but going nowhereDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe negotiating between representatives of employers and workers over the city's 2006 minimum wage is getting tougher, with both parties sticking by their demands.

Germans in Indonesia: Small but significant

Germans in Indonesia: Small but significantDamar Harsanto The Jakarta Post/JakartaSome people say size doesn't really matter. It seems that applies for German community here, too. The number of Germans living in the country remain small although their presence here dates back to early in the 16th...

Indosat Loses Mobile-Phone Subscribers to Rivals

Indosat Loses Mobile-Phone Subscribers to RivalsSoraya Permatasari Bloomberg/JakartaPT Indosat, Indonesia's second- biggest mobile-phone operator, lost 170,000 subscribers to other providers in the three months ended Sept. 30, which lowered its subscriber base to 12.7 million users. Indosat had 12.

Awaiting the results of SBY antigraft campaign

Awaiting the results of SBY antigraft campaignJ. Danang Widoyoko, Jakarta President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono completed the first year of his five-year term on Thursday. This gives us the opportunity to look back at what he has done since voters gave him an overwhelming victory in the direct...

Anthropologists uncover jawbone of another ancient "Hobbit" on Indonesian island

Anthropologists uncover jawbone of another ancient "Hobbit" on Indonesian islandJoseph B. Verrengia Associated Press/DenverScientists digging in a remote Indonesian cave have uncovered a jaw bone that they say adds more evidence that a tiny prehistoric Hobbit-like species once existed.

Tangerang reopens registrations for poor

Tangerang reopens registrations for poorMulta Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, TangerangFollowing incidents over the past two days with villagers running amok over cash assistance from the central government, the Tangerang regency administration reopened registrations on Wednesday for new recipients of...

Wildlife groups urge unified force to save Borneo's orangutans

Wildlife groups urge unified force to save Borneo's orangutans Sebastien Blanc Agence France Presse/Pontianak Leading environmental and wildlife agencies called Friday for a united effort to protect the habitats of Borneo's orangutans whose survival is threatened by mass deforestation.

JP/24/BURNA

JP/24/BURNAPoetic guardian of Meratus Dayak tradition Oyos Saroso H.N. The Jakarta Post/JakartaWearing a black pullover, blue vest and black hat, the gentleman was very modest in appearance. With graying hair and moustache, he had a firm expression on his face.

Dozens of illegals arrested in U.S.

Dozens of illegals arrested in U.S.USA: Dozens of immigrants from Indonesia, Israel, Pakistan, Mexico, Guatemala and several African countries have been arrested at a semiconductor company for allegedly using improper documents to get jobs in the United States.Agents from U.S.

Goethe Institute fosters cultural interaction

Goethe Institute fosters cultural interactionTantri Yuliandini The Jakarta Post/JakartaWhen considering a venue for arts and cultural events in Jakarta, the Goethe Institut should not be overlooked. Conveniently located in the Menteng area in Central Jakarta, the German cultural center boasts one...

Jusuf Kalla's presidential aspirations denied

Jusuf Kalla's presidential aspirations deniedThe Jakarta Post, JakartaState news agency Antara made a clarification on Wednesday regarding its interview with Vice President Jusuf Kalla, which contained a quote that some media outlets interpreted as representing an intention by the country's number...

JP/18/GARUT2

JP/18/GARUT2checked -- JSR Kampung Sampireun: Jewel in the Garut crown If you do decide to take a trip down Garut way, then don't miss out on a stay at Kampung Sampireun -- for my money simply one of the best resorts in Indonesia.

Ganguly declared fit to take the field again on Thursday

Ganguly declared fit to take the field again on ThursdayAgence France-Presse, Mumbai, India Ousted India captain Sourav Ganguly has a chance to revive his faltering cricket career from Thursday after being cleared to play following an elbow injury.

Illegal 'crossing services' on rise in Bakauheni Port

Illegal 'crossing services' on rise in Bakauheni PortOyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, BandarlampungIt's already dark when Buang and his seven passengers arrive by minivan at Bakauheni port in Lampung.

A better second year

A better second year Even before he stepped into Merdeka Palace, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's legacy had been assured. As the first-ever democratically elected Indonesian president, Susilo was the progeny of trial and error, part of this nation's desire to construct a more representational, fairer,...

JP/4/CORRUPT

JP/4/CORRUPT4 x 14 Embezzlers outnumber law enforcers, AGO says JP/4/4Demos1 x 37 Democracy indicators 'remain poor': Demos JP/4/4Pemuda4 x 13 National commitment to unitary state questioned JP/5/ACEH2 x 23 AMM urges punishment for rogue TNI personnel JP/4/DEFENSE1 x 32TNI may retain many businesses

PGN, Asaki at odds over special treatment

PGN, Asaki at odds over special treatmentLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaCeramics producers will receive special treatment from state gas distributor PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN) to cushion them from the recent increase in the price of natural gas, the Indonesian Ceramics Industry...

Fishermen survive 14 hours at sea

Fishermen survive 14 hours at seaMALAYSIA: Two Indonesian fishermen survived for fourteen hours in the Strait of Malacca by clinging to pieces of their boat after it collided with a container ship, reports said on Wednesday.

Embezzlers outnumber law enforcers, AGO says

Embezzlers outnumber law enforcers, AGO saysRendi A. Witular and Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, JakartaAttorney General Abdul Rahman has the answer as to why Indonesia is still considered one of the most corrupt countries in the world despite its persistent fight against graft under...

Accuracy, a lesson we could learn from Germany

Accuracy, a lesson we could learn from GermanyKurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Grundlich keil -- meaning accuracy or detail -- is a phrase that best describes the Germans, according to Wardiman Djojonegoro, the German-trained former education minister.

A better second year

A better second year Even before he stepped into Merdeka Palace, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's legacy had been assured. As the first-ever democratically elected Indonesian president, Susilo was the progeny of trial and error, part of this nation's desire to construct a more representational, fairer,...

The immigration mafia in Indonesia

this is because mentaly from goverment worker,they work to get more money,except their wages,their wages already get infront of month so for the month he need from their work so if you need them you must pay

The immigration mafia in Indonesia

Many of us are now familiar with the infamous entity called Immigrasi. But what we do not know is that it is this very official organization that is setting and running the immigration policies of the country. Not the government, not the MPR, or even the president.

Questioning government's commitment to reform

Questioning government's commitment to reformBenget Simbolon Tnb., JakartaIs the government still committed to this country's reform? Is the reform continuing on the right track? Or is it backtracking?Such questions surfaced following the government's green-light to the Indonesian military (TNI)...

New fares scares taxi passengers and drivers

New fares scares taxi passengers and driversTantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta"No way I am using a taxi! Not unless it's an emergency, it's just way too expensive now," Tika, an employee in Palmerah, South Jakarta, said on hearing that taxi companies had increased their fares on Monday.

PT Guru Indonesia clarifies

PT Guru Indonesia clarifies Referring to your article Businesspeople concerned by govt economic performance on page 13 of The Jakarta Post on Oct. 13, I would like to make a correction regarding my question to the President of Indonesia.

IOC gives KONI a van

IOC gives KONI a van JAKARTA: The National Sports Council (KONI) was given a new minivan on Monday by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to help improve the mobilization of the country's Olympic organization.

Atul: Forgotten martyrs of reform

Atul: Forgotten martyrs of reformOyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, BandarlampungThe sun was directly overhead when thousands of students from colleges in Lampung staged a rally in protest against the draft law on the State of Emergency (RUU PKB) on Sept. 28, 1998.Traffic on Jl.

'Teknokra' student publication strives for excellence

'Teknokra' student publication strives for excellenceStudent magazines are a means for students to express their thoughts and to groom future journalists. Yet, sadly, the number of such publications in the country is limited.

SBY visits Kiemas at hospital

SBY visits Kiemas at hospital JAKARTA: President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono on Tuesday visited Taufik Kiemas, the husband of former president Megawati Soekarnoputri, who is hospitalized at the Harapan Kita Cardiac Hospital in Jakarta.

Anthropologists uncover jawbone of another ancient "Hobbit" on Indonesian island

Anthropologists uncover jawbone of another ancient "Hobbit" on Indonesian islandJoseph B. Verrengia Associated Press/DenverScientists digging in a remote Indonesian cave have uncovered a jaw bone that they say adds more evidence that a tiny prehistoric Hobbit-like species once existed.

Police make new arrest in Bali blast probe

Police make new arrest in Bali blast probeThe Jakarta Post, DenpasarPolice have made a new arrest in connection with the Oct. 1 Bali bombing incident as they struggle to obtain solid information about the identity of the suicide bombers that could lead them to the masterminds.

3G re-tender criteria to be set

3G re-tender criteria to be setThe Jakarta Post, JakartaWith the planned re-tender of the 3-G cellular frequency only a month away, the Ministry of Communications and Information will likely give priority to operators who already have a established market, a ministry official says.

Benget Simbolon Tnb.

Benget Simbolon Tnb. Jakarta2. Ari -- Economics: 'reaching out' or intellectual dominance? 1 x 30 Understanding economic theories Ari A. Perdana Cambridge, Mass.

More travelers shift to trains

More travelers shift to trains JAKARTA: Electric trains in the city saw an increase in passengers following the recent fuel price increases, Detikcom reported on Tuesday."The number of passengers on electric trains in Greater Jakarta has increased by about 2.

Villagers run amok over cash assistance

Villagers run amok over cash assistanceMulta Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, TangerangWhen it was reported that the head of their subdistrict was unavailable to meet with them, some 500 residents of several villages in Tangerang, Banten ran amok, pelting his office with rocks.

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Oct.18, 2005

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Oct.18, 2005 ____________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading volume _____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Waters...

S&P revises rating outlook for Vietnam

S&P revises rating outlook for Vietnam HANOI: Vietnam's long-term ratings outlook was revised by Standard and Poor's on Tuesday to positive from stable, notably thanks to the government's commitment to reforms.

Kalla says he wants

Kalla says he wants to run for presidentVice President Jusuf Kalla has pledged his loyalty to his boss Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono until their term ends in 2009, but made it clear he would contest the presidential election that year.

Alida Centre to hold seminar on mixed marriage

Alida Centre to hold seminar on mixed marriage The Alida Centre of Jakarta is organizing a half-day seminar on Mixed Marriage Viewed From the Legal Perspective, at Mutiara I, Hotel Gran Melia, Kuningan, Jakarta on Oct. 22, 2005.

Park visitors down over bird flu scare

Park visitors down over bird flu scare JAKARTA: The bird park at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) saw a decline in visitors in the past month following Ragunan Zoo's closure last month due to avian influenza.

Indosat sets aside $200m

Indosat sets aside $200m JAKARTA: PT Indosat, Indonesia's second-largest phone company, says it will spend $200 million next year to expand its network and the subscriber base of its StarOne service fivefold.

RP to forge accords allowing entry to troops from SE Asia

RP to forge accords allowing entry to troops from SE AsiaJim Gomez, Associated Press/ManilaThe Philippines will negotiate bilateral accords with Australia and Southeast Asian countries to let their troops enter the country for combat training as part of a regional "plan of attack against...

Govt not serious in boosting overseas employment: Experts

Govt not serious in boosting overseas employment: ExpertsRidwan Max Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, JakartaLabor export agents called on the government to be more proactive in seeking job opportunities overseas in a bid to help increase the number of the country's migrant workers and ease the...

TNI pulls out more troops from Aceh

TNI pulls out more troops from AcehThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe TNI pulled out another 2,163 soldiers from Aceh on Tuesday as the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) completed their second round of weapons decommissioning as part of the terms of the peace agreement that will end more than three decades of war.

JP/17/PUASA

JP/17/PUASA40 years of breaking the fast at Medan's grand mosque Apriadi Gunawan The Jakarta Post/Medan Zamilah was panting as she hurried, bowl in hand, to a side yard at Medan's Al Mahsum Grand Mosque.

Lawyer delivers money upon order

Lawyer delivers money upon orderThe Jakarta Post, JakartaA lawyer standing trial for an attempt to bribe the court to win an appeal in favor of disgraced suspended Aceh governor Abdullah Puteh denied the accusation on Tuesday, saying he was handing over the money at the request of a friend of his...