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Sat, 08 Oct 2005
RI won't bow to foreign pressure on terrorism: VP
RI won't bow to foreign pressure on terrorism: VPIvy Susanti and Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Vice President Jusuf Kalla said on Friday that the government would reject any intervention from foreign governments regarding the country's problems, including terrorism.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
U.S. rate hike could hurtRI economy
U.S. rate hike could hurtRI economyRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Higher interest-rate environment in the United States is likely to put further pressure on the local economy next year, amid already high inflationary pressure at home following the fuel price hike and the rupiah's shaky...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Beware of invisible enemies
Beware of invisible enemies Not many of us, perhaps, realize that those terrorists guilty of bombing innocent people on Bali and elsewhere, are in fact invisible enemies of the state and society. Even after repeated warnings from intelligence sources, including from President Susilo Bambang...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Save the heart of Borneo
Save the heart of BorneoSiswo Pramono The Hague The three Bornean countries -- Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam -- should develop an integrated conservation policy in order to save the very large blocks of interconnected forests on the island of Borneo.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Tips for finding a good school for your children
Tips for finding a good school for your children The growing number of national plus schools in Jakarta and other major cities in Indonesia has demonstrated an increasing awareness of the importance of quality education.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
JP/18/MASSAG
JP/18/MASSAG (Jun's corrections entered 23/9) AIDS agency turns to massage for income, employment opportunityI Wayan Juniartha The Jakarta Post/DenpasarA strained neck did not prevent Dudy Rohadi, the coordinator of Matahati's After Care Program, from personally directing his staff to clean and...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
The surprising Habitat Award
The surprising Habitat Award Many Jakartans raised their eyebrows upon hearing that Jakarta, notorious for its forced evictions, has been awarded the United Nations-Habitat Scroll of Honour this year.The award was presented to the Jakarta administration at an event marking World Habitat Day, which...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
~SPOTLIGHT:
~SPOTLIGHT:SPORTS TROPHY FOR NESTLE MILO: President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono presents the "Sanggraha Krida" trophy to the President Director of PT Nestle Indonesia, Peter Voght (left) for the company's outstanding efforts in supporting the development of sports in Indonesia.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Why are private
Why are private schools marginalized?From Kompas The Jakarta administration lacks concern about condition of private schools. This is evident from the fact that during the last two academic years the administration did not grant subsidies to the private elementary and junior high schools.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Religious minister rebukes Ahmadiyah
Religious minister rebukes Ahmadiyah KENDARI, Southeast Sulawesi: Minister of Religious Affairs M. Maftuh Basyuni warned Ahmadiyah followers on Friday not to call themselves Muslim since their beliefs contradict Islamic teachings.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Meanwhile, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Purnomo
Meanwhile, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Purnomo Yusgiantoro witnessed on Friday the signing of contracts between the government and nine winners of recent oil and gas exploration tender. The value of the nine is US$102.5 million for the next three years on exploration activities. U.S.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
U.S., Thailand make 'significant progress' in free trade talks
U.S., Thailand make 'significant progress' in free trade talks Agence France-Presse Washington The United States and Thailand have made "significant progress" in their latest round of talks to forge a free trade agreement, the U.S. Trade Representative's office said on Monday.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
~Caption for advertorial: Bina Tunas Bangsa School
~Caption for advertorial: Bina Tunas Bangsa School BTB School SCIENCE EXPERIMENT: Under the careful supervision of teachers, students of Bina Tunas Bangsa (BTB) School conduct a science experiment in the school's chemistry laboratory.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Tulangbawang regent named suspect in graft case
Tulangbawang regent named suspect in graft caseOyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post/Bandarlampung Various regents in the regions have been named graft suspects, with the latest being Tulangbawang Regent Abdurrachman Sarbini.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Tough talks expected on minimum wage
Tough talks expected on minimum wageDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The employers association and trade unions are likely to be locked in a tough tug-of-war over the city's minimum wage in 2006 as both sides are sticking firmly to their respective positions.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Military fight against terrorism could be the terror itself
Military fight against terrorism could be the terror itselfDwi Atmanta, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta A usually cool President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono seemed to be about to lose his patience when he ordered the Indonesian Military (TNI) to actively help the country's fight against terrorism on Thursday.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Scientists develop OWC
Scientists develop OWCSlamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post/Yogyakarta Indonesia has abundant natural resources, but hardly anyone turns to the ocean to overcome the power scarcity in a nation whose power demands increase incessantly.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Private schools marginalized?
Private schools marginalized?From Kompas The Jakarta administration lacks concern about condition of private schools. This is evident from the fact that during the last two academic years the administration did not grant subsidies to the private elementary and junior high schools.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
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Wrangling over Jakarta monorail bad for investment Yop Pandie Jakarta2. CGNEWS -- A different path after Sept. 11 2 X 30 A different path after the Sept. 11 terrorist bomb attacks on U.S. Mona Eltahawy Common Ground News Service -- Partners in Humanity. Cairo
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Drivers on strike over ticketing
Drivers on strike over ticketing JAKARTA: Ninety-six drivers of KWK cooperative minivans at the Pulogadung terminal went on strike on Friday in protest over officials of the City Land Transportation Agency (DDLJR) giving them violation tickets for charging passengers more than the fares set by the...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
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Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Tips for finding a good school for your children
Tips for finding a good school for your children The growing number of national plus schools in Jakarta and other major cities in Indonesia has demonstrated an increasing awareness of the importance of quality education.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
SPORTS TROPHY FOR NESTLE MILO: President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono
SPORTS TROPHY FOR NESTLE MILO: President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono presents the "Sanggraha Krida" trophy to the President Director of PT Nestle Indonesia, Peter Voght (left) for the company's outstanding efforts in supporting the development of sports in Indonesia.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
More commitment needed to save orangutan
More commitment needed to save orangutanHerman Rijksen, Jakarta The Orangutan Action Plan Workshop, which was held in Brastagi, Tanah Karo in North Sumatra from Sept. 20 to Sept. 23 was a political move by an international non-government organization (NGO) to further confuse conservation efforts in...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Ragunan to reopen for public next week
Ragunan to reopen for public next weekTantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Ragunan Zoo officials say the complex will reopen to the public on Tuesday after the Ministry of Agriculture's Veterinary Agency declared the 140-hectare compound free from bird flu.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
In 'plus' schools, children encouraged to speak their mind
In 'plus' schools, children encouraged to speak their mind T. Sima Gunawan Contributor/Jakarta Picture this: A little girl introduces her father to the teacher when he visits the school to collect her report at the end of the term.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Canada warns of new RI attacks
Canada warns of new RI attacks INDONESIA: Canada said on Friday there could be further attacks in Indonesia following last weekend's suicide blasts in Bali and warned its nationals against nonessential travel to the country.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Plan to provide cheaper goods on hold
Plan to provide cheaper goods on hold JAKARTA: The Jakarta administration will not yet organize market operations in Jakarta to provide cheaper goods despite the fact that prices of basic commodities have steadily increased, Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso said on Friday.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Aa Gym draws protest over fuel price ad
Aa Gym draws protest over fuel price ad JAKARTA: Muslim students protested on Friday against noted cleric Abdullah A. Gymnastyar's role in a government-sponsored TV advertisement backing the much-criticized fuel price increases.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Malaysian industrial output up 4.1%
Malaysian industrial output up 4.1% KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's industrial output rose 4.1 percent in August compared to the same period a year ago and increased 0.6 percent from July, official data showed on Friday.The Statistics Department said the year-on-year increase reflected 7.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Bagir denies bribery allegation
Bagir denies bribery allegationTb. Arie Rukmantara, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Supreme Court chief Bagir Manan on Friday denied allegations that he received payoff money that was given via the Court's officials."I would never take bribes.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Free tattoos, massages to fight Bali fear
Free tattoos, massages to fight Bali fearM. Jegathesan Agence France-Presse/BaliIndonesia's tourism ministry on Friday offered free tattoos and beachside massages to try to lure nervous holidaymakers out of their hotels following last weekend's suicide blasts.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
KL, S'pore to start bridge talks
KL, S'pore to start bridge talks MALAYSIA: Malaysia and Singapore will resume talks later this month to discuss bilateral issues including the construction of a new bridge across the narrow strait separating the neighbors, a news report said on Friday.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Indonesian forex reserves down
Indonesian forex reserves down JAKARTA: Indonesia's foreign exchange reserves slid to US$30.32 billion as of Sept. 30 from $30.41 billion as of Sept. 23, according to data published on Bank Indonesia's Website on Friday.The Website didn't provide additional details.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Police identify new suspects in haj fund scandal
Police identify new suspects in haj fund scandalRidwan Max Sijabat, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta New high-ranking suspects would soon been announced in the Rp 700-billion haj fund scandal involving the Ministry of Religious Affairs, interdepartmental anticorruption commission head Hendarman Supandji...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
1. Foreign 1 x 36
1. Foreign 1 x 36 Police on trail of crooks aiming at expats 2. Ragunan 2 x 18 Ragunan to reopen for public next week 3. Ancol 1 x 48 Ancol Dreamland Park offers fun for whole family JP/8/Ancol4. English 1 x 40 Nestle gives English training for school teachers 5. Speak 2 x 18;JP;ABDUL; ANPAj..r..
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
KPK bans improper 'Idul Fitri' gifts
KPK bans improper 'Idul Fitri' gifts JAKARTA: The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) issued on Friday a circular warning state officials against accepting "inappropriate gifts" from others in relation to Idul Fitri.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
JP/6/Watch
JP/6/WatchHigh-end watches - a lucrative businessBy Susanna Tjokro s_tjokro@yahoo.com "It's a status symbol, just like a vehicle. However, while you can't bring your car into the meeting room, you certainly can wear your watch in a business meeting," says my former boss about her Rolex.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
1. Kalla -- 65 pts 3 cols 3lines (3x13)
1. Kalla -- 65 pts 3 cols 3lines (3x13)Kalla stands by economic team amid criticism 2. Security -- 42 pts 4 col 2lines (2x24)Police tighten security for expats, foreign interests 3. Cutline -- 36 pts 4 cols 2lines (2x28)Ubud Writers Festival opens, sends a message of peace 4.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
~Singapore School offers pathway to academic success
~Singapore School offers pathway to academic success As one of Asia's top education destinations, Singapore attracts thousands of overseas student, including those from Indonesia, to pursue quality education, not only at tertiary level, but also at primary, secondary and pre-university levels.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
1. JI (4x12)
1. JI (4x12) RI won't bow to foreign pressure on terrorism: VP 2. Graft (2x29) Ministry hit by graft scandals in bird flu vaccine supply 3. Newmont (1X55) Villager testifies against Newmont in pollution case 4. DAU (2x28) Police identify new suspects in haj pilgrimage fund scandal 5.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
JP/6/EDIT
JP/6/EDITStay in the barracks Days after terrorists attacked Bali for the second time in three years, President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono attended a ceremony on Wednesday to mark the 60th anniversary of the Indonesian Military (TNI).
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Brass industry facing collapse after bombings
Brass industry facing collapse after bombingsIndra Harsaputra, The Jakarta Post/Mojokerto Sumarni, 46, a brass handicrafts artisan in Bejijong village, Trowulan, Mojokerto, is at a loss to know what to do now that the distributor from Bali has temporarily halted buying the brass statues now lining...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Veterans to make up 20 percent of team for Philippines trip
Veterans to make up 20 percent of team for Philippines tripMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Veterans will account for 20 percent of the approximately 500 athletes the National Sports Council (KONI) will send to the 23rd Southeast Asia (SEA) Games in November.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Pertamina's Libya oil blocks could contain 1b barrels
Pertamina's Libya oil blocks could contain 1b barrelsLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta State oil and gas firm PT Pertamina may have more than 1 billion barrels of oil reserves in two Libyan blocks whose concession rights it recently acquired.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Moving to nip racism in the bud
Moving to nip racism in the budSeah Chiang Nee The Star Asia News Network/Selangor, Malaysia A Chinese woman was serving food to an Indonesian maid at a hospital canteen when, midway, she laid the plate aside to serve a well-dressed gentleman.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Tangerang teachers get free English training
Tangerang teachers get free English trainingMulta Fidrus, The Jakarta Post/Tangerang Around ten minutes after English training for 52 elementary school teachers officially kicked off at the LIA Cikokol Language Institute in Tangerang, the instructor walked into the classroom carrying a plastic bag.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Antiterror chief supports TNI plan to curb terrorism
Antiterror chief supports TNI plan to curb terrorismTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta A top antiterror official has voiced support for the Indonesian Military (TNI)'s controversial plan to reactivate its territorial function to help curb terrorism in the country, saying the policy would give...
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
Stock index declines; Mandiri, Telkom down
Stock index declines; Mandiri, Telkom downNaila Firdausi, Bloomberg/Jakarta Indonesia's key stock index fell for a second day on Friday. PT Bank Mandiri paced declines after Fitch Ratings downgraded the lender, citing weakening profitability.The Jakarta Composite Index slid 1.72, or 0.
Sat, 08 Oct 2005
TV Program: Monday, October 10, 2005
TV Program: Monday, October 10, 2005TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon8:30 Music: Asyik Asyik10:00 Talk Show12:00 Documentary1:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang2:00 Singing Contest: Konteswara 3:00 English News Service3:30 Features Ramadhan3:47 Talk Show4:47...