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Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Athletes partying, not missing: Officials
Athletes partying, not missing: Officials BUSAN, South Korea: Eight Nepalese Asian Games athletes who had been reported missing have been found - partying at a popular Busan beach.The Nepalese team had reported them missing Thursday, but South Korean police found them Friday at Haeundae beach, site...
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
How IBM helped Nazi Germany
How IBM helped Nazi GermanyDavid Jardine, Contributor, Jakarta IBM and the Holocaust; How America's Most Powerful Corporation Helped Nazi Germany Count The Jews; By Edwin BlackInternational Business Machines (IBM) is described on the front of this book as "America's Most Powerful Corporation".
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
35 Thai fishermen deported from Aceh
35 Thai fishermen deported from Aceh INDONESIA: Local immigration authorities have deported 35 Thai fishermen to their country after being detained at the Singkil correctional facility in Aceh, since August for poaching in Indonesian waters, an official said on Saturday.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Two die in fire, three injured
Two die in fire, three injured INDONESIA: Two people died and three others were injured when a gas tank blew up on Jl. Jagal Peternakan Kapuk, Cengkareng in West Jakarta and burned six houses at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Naif: A band obsessed with being taken seriously
Naif: A band obsessed with being taken seriouslyHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The five members of the Naif band insist that they are a very serious band.They say none of their lyrics have ever been funny, from those in the 1998 self-titled debut album to the 2000 Jangan Terlalu Naif (Don't...
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Spatial office designing getting more and more efficient
Spatial office designing getting more and more efficientRikza Abdullah, Contributor, Jakarta Planning for an office is of high concern for companies as not only does it function as a place for work and business, but it also is a status symbol.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Women's tennis team gives first gold
Women's tennis team gives first goldNovan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Busan, South Korea After a six-day wait, the grand Indonesia Raya national anthem was finally played and the much-honored red-and-white flag was hoisted to herald the first gold medal win at the Busan 2002 Asian Games.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
China sinks Japan to take swimming title
China sinks Japan to take swimming titleMartin Parry, Agence France-Presse, Busan, South Korea China dethroned Japan as Asia's number one swimming nation Saturday, winning the Asiad duel in the pool with Xu Yanwei taking her fifth gold of the Games and Qi Hui and Wu Peng their third.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Bodybuilding helps S. Korea catch Japan in medals race
Bodybuilding helps S. Korea catch Japan in medals racePhil Brown, Associated Press, Busan, South Korea Cho Wang-bung and Han Dong-ki showed off their muscles and collected Asian Games gold medals on Saturday, helping South Korea overtake Japan for second place behind runaway leader China.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Pediatrician Utami Roesli is an advocate of breast-feeding as she
Pediatrician Utami Roesli is an advocate of breast-feeding as she believes that it will create a better generation in the country. She also encourages fathers to support their wives when breast- feeding. Page 3Hair coloring trend Hairstyling is more than a haircut.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Napoleon fish, the darling of Anambas fisherfolk
Napoleon fish, the darling of Anambas fisherfolk Apart from its beautiful ocean panoramas, the Anambas Islands in Riau also offer the bustling activity of fisheries, which have been a major tourist attraction on the islands' for years.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Recent history of Chinese-Indonesians
Recent history of Chinese-Indonesians * 1955: Indonesia and China sign an agreement on dual citizenship, which allows Chinese people living in the country to hold both Indonesian and Chinese citizenship. * 1958: Indonesia approves the citizenship law, which stipulates naturalization.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Excitement brews outside Asiad
Excitement brews outside Asiad The ongoing 14th Asian Games in Busan, South Korea, has captured the attention of Asian audiences since its extravagant opening ceremony on Sept. 29 at the Asiad Main Stadium.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Two RI's workers killed in KL fire
Two RI's workers killed in KL fire MALAYSIA: Two Indonesian workers were killed in a fire that sparked a stampede at a construction site near Kuala Lumpur's main railway station, news reports said Saturday.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Babies' basic needs interest Utami most
Babies' basic needs interest Utami mostEmmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Not all doctors will sit down together with their patients' parents to talk about the illness and answer any questions the anxious parents might have.But at St.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Three killed in fresh Aceh violence
Three killed in fresh Aceh violence INDONESIA: Security forces shot and killed two rebels, while guerillas gunned down a police officer at close range, in the latest violence in Indonesia's Aceh province, military and police said Saturday.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
'Stateless' Chinese dream of basic rights
'Stateless' Chinese dream of basic rightsEmmy Fitri and Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Residents of Kampung Pulo in Citeureup, Bogor, and Tegal Alur in Cengkareng, West Jakarta, are not immune from the mass hysteria over Taiwan's TV series Meteor Garden.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
JP/ /
JP/ / The first ever show for expatriates Sudibyo M. Wiradji Contributor Jakarta The expatriate community in Jakarta will have a special treat when a series of fun-filled programs is presented in a two-day long International Expo next weekend.
Sun, 06 Oct 2002
Changchun to host 2007 Winter Asiad
Changchun to host 2007 Winter Asiad BUSAN, South Korea: The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has named the Chinese city of Changchun as the host for the sixth Winter Asian Games in 2007.Meanwhile, the seventh Winter Asiad will be held in the Lebanese capital of Beirut in 2009.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Conservation area converted into farmland
Conservation area converted into farmland BANJARNAGARA, Central Java: Some 30 hectares of the 101- hectare Dieng Temple archeological conservation area in Banjarnagara has been turned into farmland by local residents, an official said.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Foreigners working in Indonesia
Foreigners working in Indonesia Once again it appears that an Indonesian government is on the verge of retreating into paranoia. A couple of women are alleged to have broken visa laws by a couple of groups of people, with plenty of motive to lie about it (the Police and Military in Aceh), and a...
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Just as the customs and excise authorities are promoting fast-
Just as the customs and excise authorities are promoting fast- track handling of import documents, claiming that this only takes five minutes, cell phone and computer component importers in Surabaya and other major cities are complaining about their goods being held up by the very same customs...
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
A: Improve macroeconomic stability
A: Improve macroeconomic stability 1. Government debt below 100% of GDP (2001), 90% (2002), 809% (2003)2. Base money growth program consistent with inflation below 10%3. Primary (non-interest) surplus of at least 1.5% of GDP B. Accelerate bank- and corporate restructuring 1.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Despite people's belief that civil servants' salaries are just
Despite people's belief that civil servants' salaries are just barely enough to live on, many high school and university graduates are still attracted to the civil service.The abundant number of applicants for recent civil service vacancies in the regencies of Bogor and Tangerang is an example of...
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Preparing for the
Preparing for the floodsFrom Kompas It is still fresh in the memory of Jakartans how major flooding hit the city early this year. At present, Jakarta and most parts of Indonesia are facing a drought. Clean ground water is hard to find. Rice fields cannot be irrigated.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
IFC to boost its investment in RI
IFC to boost its investment in RIRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The International Finance Corporation (IFC) plans to boost its investment in Indonesia despite the legal harassment it suffered here over the past two years, according to its local representative.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
JP/ /
JP/ / The first ever show for expatriates Sudibyo M. Wiradji Contributor Jakarta The expatriate community in Jakarta will have a special treat when a series of fun-filled programs is presented in a two-day long International Expo next weekend.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Brazilian on bicycle with mission
Brazilian on bicycle with missionAsti Megasari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "Conquering the world" is not the right phrase to use. Rather passion, and a mission to teach and to learn are the main driving forces behind Argus Caruso Saturnino's determination to cycle around the globe.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Mob burns Golkar flags
Mob burns Golkar flags PEKANBARU: Nearly 200 flags of the Golkar Party were set on fire by angry demonstrators in the city on Thursday, but no casualties were reported.The incident was estimated to have taken place between 1:00 a.m.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
* Headlines:Broadcasting bill faces mounting opposition 2
* Headlines:Broadcasting bill faces mounting opposition 2 * National: Govt criticized over handling of IDPs4 * Archipelago:Govt told to tread carefully with foreigners5 * Opinion:Regional universities must focus on regions6 * City: Council yet to receive decree on Sutiyoso 8 * World: U.S.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
1. Expats: 8 x 4 lines
1. Expats: 8 x 4 linesLaw enforcers told to tread carefully with foreigners 2. SUAP: 20 x 2 linesRelease without fines sought for foreign dredgers3. Otonomi: 24 x 2 linesLack of infrastructure, skilled workers hamper remote regions
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Headings
Headings1. Refugees: 8 x 4 lines Government criticized over handling of IDPs 2. Comments: 20 x 2 lines Military told to do more to avoid clash with police 3. Muslim: 16 x 2 lines Scholars from RI, Malaysia plan meeting
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
No cheap travel in East Kalimantan
No cheap travel in East Kalimantan "If you want a cheap ride, you can go on foot ... there's no such thing as a cheap ride here," a friend says.It may sound a bit cynical, but that is the answer one is likely to get when making inquiries about the cheapest way to travel in East Kalimantan.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Flooding still an acute problem in Jakarta
Flooding still an acute problem in JakartaBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jakarta people should prepare for more flooding, likely to hit early next year as the city can only tackle a small part of the problem.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Shared views between Cairo and Jakarta
Shared views between Cairo and JakartaEzzat Saad, Ambassador of Egypt, Jakarta Among a number of countries in Africa and Europe, President Megawati Soekarnoputri paid a visit to Egypt from Sept. 12 through Sept.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
TNI told to do more to prevent fights with police
TNI told to do more to prevent fights with policeMuhammad Nafik The Jakarta Post JakartaAnalysts have hailed the military's move to discharge 20 soldiers involved in a deadly attack on two police stations in the North Sumatra town of Binjai, but warned it would not prevent similar incidents from...
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
JP/5/D02
JP/5/D02Two Africans arrested in S. Sumatra PALEMBANG, South Sumatra: Police in Palembang, capital of South Sumatra, arrested Ghanaian Abale Goble Jules Olive Cesar, 29, and Cameroonian Teufak Bernard, 40, on counterfeiting charges.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
RI can deal with terrorism: U.S.
RI can deal with terrorism: U.S. JAKARTA: U.S. Ambassador Ralph L. Boyce expressed confidence on Thursday that the Indonesian government was able to handle those "outsiders entering the country" whose interests may pose a threat to national security.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
1. Election
1. Election 2x32 City Council has yet to receive decree on Sutiyoso's installment 2. Banjir 1x42 Flooding still an acute problem in Jakarta 3. Speak 2x20 Many people throw away garbage into the river
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
1. Proj6 --
1. Proj6 -- Iraq causes dilemma for Saudi Arabia 2. Egypt -- 1 x 36 Shared views between Cairo, Jakarta3. Ria5 -- War in Iraq might lead to changes in the Gulf
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Stock prices on The Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) Oct.3, 2002
Stock prices on The Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) Oct.3, 2002 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 260 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk...
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
IMF wants RI to implement more reforms
IMF wants RI to implement more reformsAgence France-Presse, Jakarta The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said Thursday it wants Indonesia to make further progress in its pledged economic reforms before providing more money under its aid program.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
RI can learn much from world development woes: World Bank
RI can learn much from world development woes: World BankBerni K. Moestafa The Jakarta Post JakartaThe 25th annual World Bank Development Report (WDR), though covering the globe, reads as if directly addressing Indonesia.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
A leader must
A leader must unite the nationFrom Rakyat Merdeka A responsible political party leader is one who highly values his constituents and cadres and one who regrets losing any of them as he regards them like his own eyes that he always protects and cherishes.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
[b]Now up to TNI to
Now up to TNI to restore battered image Imanuddin Staff Writer The Jakarta Post Jakarta2. Kees5 -- NEW CHANCES FOR RI HIGHER EDUCATION IN NEGLECTED PROVINCES: ADB OR LOCAL FUNDING? 2 X 30Regional universities need to focus on their regionsOvercoming neglect of higher education across provincesKees...
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Dealing with terrorism
Dealing with terrorism Since Soeharto's downfall in 1998, Indonesia has had to deal with a new phenomenon of oppression: terrorism. During the past four years, large parts of the country have been showered by acts of terrorism, and there are signs that the worst is yet to come.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Scholars from RI, Malaysia plan meeting
Scholars from RI, Malaysia plan meetingThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Muslim religious leaders from Indonesia and Malaysia are considering organizing a meeting of Southeast Asian ulema to deal with religious problems in the region.Chairman of the Indonesian Ulemas Council (MUI) H.
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Broadcasting bill faces mounting opposition
Broadcasting bill faces mounting oppositionKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Human rights activists have joined the increasing calls for a complete revision of the contentious broadcasting bill, saying that many articles in the bill are against press freedom and the public's right to...
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Military told to do more to avoid clash with police
Military told to do more to avoid clash with policeMuhammad Nafik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Analysts have hailed the military's move to discharge 20 soldiers involved in a deadly attack on two police stations in the North Sumatra town of Binjai, but warned it would not prevent similar incidents...
Sat, 05 Oct 2002
Asia dangers may still be lurking for U.S.
Asia dangers may still be lurking for U.S.Jane Macartney, Reuters, Singapore American agents tracking the traces of terror are trudging through Asia from Afghanistan to Indonesia to hunt down the militants and their financiers.