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Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Burglars injure Australian woman
Burglars injure Australian womanDENPASAR: In what was apparently an attempted burglary gone wrong, two unidentified men assaulted and severely injured an Australian woman pre-dawn on Tuesday after they broke into her room at a hotel in Bali's popular resort area of Jimbaran.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Tulip Foundation, a Dutch treat for Surabaya
Tulip Foundation, a Dutch treat for SurabayaDuncan Graham, SurabayaHundreds of children in East Java can now face the world with confidence through the goodwill and determination of the Dutch- speaking community of Surabaya.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
BORR construction begins on Wednesday
BORR construction begins on Wednesday BOGOR: The construction of the Bogor Outer Ring Road (BORR) has kicked off, with Public Works Minister Djoko Kirmanto leading the ground-breaking ceremony at South Sentul Jagorawi toll gate in Bogor regency on Wednesday.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Philip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing launched
Philip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing launched MarkPlus&Co will host, in Jakarta on Thursday, two important international gatherings -- the launch of the long awaited non- profit marketing organization, the Philip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing, and the inaugural ASEAN Marketing Forum.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
'Militants should fight jihad in war zones'
'Militants should fight jihad in war zones' Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) deputy chairman Ma'ruf Amin is in charge of issuing fatwa, or Islamic edicts. He is also the chairman of a group of Muslim leaders recently set up to campaign against terrorism.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Canada to increase tsunami aid by $28m
Canada to increase tsunami aid by $28mAgence France-Presse, OttawaCanada will increase its reconstruction aid for tsunami victims in South Asia by 33 million Canadian dollars (US$28 million), International Cooperation Minister Aileen Carroll announced on Tuesday (Wednesday in Jakarta).
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
On marrying Indonesian women
On marrying Indonesian women First of all, Keluarga Perkawinan Campuran Melalui Tangan Ibu (KPCMelati) would like to wish you and your distinguished readers celebrating Idul Fitri a Happy Idul Fitri 1426 H.Second, we would like to offer further clarification regarding: 1.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Govt plans new passport with embedded microchips
Govt plans new passport with embedded microchipsThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe government plans to introduce a new kind of passport with a microchip embedded in it starting next year in a bid to curb the use of fake documents commonly used by high profile criminals to flee the country and avoid...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
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RI jazz loses legendary bass-man JAKARTA: Indonesian jazz has lost a seasoned bass player, Perry Pattiselano, 55, (shown in framed photo) and his contemporaries mourned the passing of a "reliable, stable and consistent" musician and a good friend.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
JP/5/POWER
JP/5/POWERElectricity still out in 333 Maluku villages M. Azis Tunny The Jakarta Post/Ambon Thousands of residents of 333 low-income communities in Maluku province are not connected to the power grid. In fact, according to data from the Maluku Mining and Energy Office, 125 isolated coastal villages...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
City enlists firms to treat waste
City enlists firms to treat wasteDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe City Sanitation Agency said on Wednesday it would engage private sector companies to treat some of the 6,000 tons of waste Jakarta produces each day.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
City ready for Xmas security
City ready for Xmas security JAKARTA: Head of the Jakarta Public Order Agency, Harianto Badjoeri, said on Wednesday that the agency would deploy three fourths of its total personnel or 3,000 officers to help police protect the city during the Christmas and new year period.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
It's now or never for RI soccer: AFC
It's now or never for RI soccer: AFC JAKARTA: Visiting Asian Football Confederation (AFC) secretary-general Dato Peter Velappan said on Wednesday that national soccer was at a critical point in striving to recapture its past glory.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
'Indos' in Holland enjoy best of two different world
'Indos' in Holland enjoy best of two different worldLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaIt is easy for Indonesians to feel at home in the Netherlands. Just stand in the middle of a market, and amid the swirls of people rushing to buy bread or fruit or meat, one is very likely to hear Indonesian...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Think regional, act local!
Think regional, act local!Hermawan Kartajaya, Jakarta The Southeast Asia region has grown so fast that it has become one commercial market and also one market for investment. To support this at the governmental level, the member countries of ASEAN have adopted the vision of creating an ASEAN...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Attacks leave Palu gripped by insecurity
Attacks leave Palu gripped by insecurityRuslan Sangadji, The Jakarta Post, Palu"I don't dare go home too late at night now. I used to return after 12 midnight, but now I'm already home by 7 p.m. I'm really worried about the terror in Palu these days," Palu resident Jemmy Sundah told The Jakarta...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
'Equality essential' in new tax law
'Equality essential' in new tax lawUrip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, JakartaProposed amendments to the tax law must underline the principle of equality between taxpayers and tax officials, says a consultant association, an issue that has been at the center of public objections to the tax reform bills.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Workers take to the streets to demand higher basic wage
Workers take to the streets to demand higher basic wageThe Jakarta Post, JakartaAs the year 2005 draws to a close, thousands of factory workers on Java hit the streets on Wednesday to demand that regional governments raise the minimum wage to enable workers to enjoy a decent standard of living.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Speaking up, finally
Speaking up, finally One may be forgiven for wondering how many more deaths our esteemed clerics were waiting for before speaking out against homegrown terrorists; for wondering if the clerics would have taken a stand had it not been for Vice President Jusuf Kalla inviting them to a screening of a...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Internet helps farmers reap more profits
Internet helps farmers reap more profitsIndra Harsaputra, The Jakarta Post, Bojonegoro Suhar, 28, a peanut farmer likes to show off the new cell phone he bought two months ago. He could afford to buy the cell phone after he reaped significant profit from his peanut farm using a management and...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
The Launch of Philip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing
The Launch of Philip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing "Ten Countries, One Market" ASEAN Hall, the ASEAN Secretariat Jakarta, 24 November 2005 07.30-08.30 : Registration and Networking Coffee 08.30-08.40 Introduction to Phillip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing (PK-CAM) By Hermawan Kartajaya,...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Erasmuis Huis: Home for artists, art lovers for 35 years
Erasmuis Huis: Home for artists, art lovers for 35 yearsMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Dutch cultural center has become an essential destination for Jakarta art lovers. Over its 35 years, its consistency, funding and the dedication of its staff has meant the Erasmus Huis...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Luxury taxes on cars to go up despite opposition
Luxury taxes on cars to go up despite oppositionThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe government will soon raise the luxury tax on automobiles following the issuance of a presidential decree signed on Oct. 25 and released by the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday night.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
TV Today: Friday, November 25, 2005
TV Today: Friday, November 25, 2005 .TB.30" .90"TVRI .tb .30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Koran Recital6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Children Film7:30 Talk Show: Kiat Sehat9:30 Psychology10:30 Religious Teachings11:00 News: Berita Nusantara1:00 p.m.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Cirebon workers feel pain of fuel price hike
Cirebon workers feel pain of fuel price hikeCIREBON, West Java: More than 1,000 people have been laid off in Cirebon since the Oct. 1 fuel price increases, as local companies struggle to maintain production amid higher prices.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Orange Ball highlights De Club
Orange Ball highlights De Club Muninggar Sri Saraswati The Jakarta Post/JakartaDutch-speaking newcomers should not be too worried now when they want to settle in the country, especially Jakarta. De Nederlandse Club will be there ready to help.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Kalbe Farma eyes bird flu drug production licence
Kalbe Farma eyes bird flu drug production licenceAnissa S. Febrina, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPharmaceutical company Kalbe Farma is vying to produce the H5N1 avian influenza drug oseltamivir here as bird flu cases in the region continue to rise.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Where to go in Semarang: Friday, November 25, 2005
Where to go in Semarang: Friday, November 25, 2005Exhibition * Comics Redeming Laughter by Eko Nugroho, Farhansiki, Terra Bajraghisa, and Yudi Sulistya at Rumah Seni, Kampung Jambe, Semarang, until Dec.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Pertamina expects distribution system to help net profit
Pertamina expects distribution system to help net profitLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaState oil and gas firm PT Pertamina expects to see its net profit double next year to Rp 22.4 trillion (US$2.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Bali, a major gateway for Chilean tourists as well as businesses
Bali, a major gateway for Chilean tourists as well as businessesRita A. Widiadana, The Jakarta Post, SanurOnly weeks before the Oct. 1, 2005 bombing tragedy in Kuta and Jimbaran, the Chilean government opened its honorary consulate office here in Bali.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
U.S. lifts lethal arms ban for RI
U.S. lifts lethal arms ban for RIThe Jakarta Post, New Delhi, JakartaThe United States has restored military ties with Indonesia, after a 14-year lapse, to enable the country with the world's largest population of Muslims to boost its capability in fighting terrorism.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Cathay increases seat capacity
Cathay increases seat capacityThe Jakarta Post, JakartaTapping the improving economic relations between Indonesia and China, Cathay Pacific has increased its seat capacity for its service from Jakarta to Hong Kong, which could serve as a gateway to China.Cathay's chief executive Philip N.L.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Bantul announces education initiative
Bantul announces education initiativeBANTUL, Yogyakarta: As part of efforts to raise the quality of human resources, the Bantul regency government announced plans on Wednesday to provide 12 years of education for all residents.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Golkar's Kalla confirms 'minor' Cabinet reshuffle
Golkar's Kalla confirms 'minor' Cabinet reshuffleThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta/SemarangVice President Jusuf Kalla confirmed on Wednesday that only one or two underachieving ministers would leave the Cabinet in the upcoming reshuffle."It's not true that Golkar has proposed nine (new) names.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
The Launch of Philip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing
The Launch of Philip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing "Ten Countries, One Market" ASEAN Hall, the ASEAN Secretariat Jakarta, 24 November 2005 07.30-08.30 : Registration and Networking Coffee 08.30-08.40 Introduction to Phillip Kotler Center for ASEAN Marketing (PK-CAM) By Hermawan Kartajaya,...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Devout Balinese fight terror with ritual and prayers
Devout Balinese fight terror with ritual and prayersAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, DenpasarWhile many of their Balinese brethren were busy condemning terrorists or feeling paranoid about Muslims, other Balinese, whose island has been attacked twice by suicide bombers, held mass prayers in an...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Security business booms in terror era
Security business booms in terror eraYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, BandungAs the Idul Fitri holiday came to an end, Taryana ordered his wife to quit her job attending customers at a bookshop. Taryana, who earlier ran a small food stall attached to his house, no longer wanted his wife...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
RI, India begin 'new chapter' in relationship
RI, India begin 'new chapter' in relationshipRendi A. Witular The Jakarta Post/New DelhiIndonesia is keen for closer ties with India and the two countries' leaders sealed several key business and defense agreements during President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's three-day visit.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Bogor Police chief faces investigation
Bogor Police chief faces investigationEva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post, JakartaBogor Police chief Sr. Comr. Tjiptono was questioned by the East Java Police's internal affairs division on Wednesday for the alleged sexual harassment of his female subordinates.National Police spokesman Sr. Comr.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Matahari to add fewer shops in 2006
Matahari to add fewer shops in 2006 JAKARTA: PT Matahari Putra Prima, Indonesia's biggest retailer by sales, said it plans to open fewer stores next year, anticipating slower consumer spending after the government raised household fuel prices last month.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Classical Music Mercure Resort
Classical Music Mercure ResortSANUR: Following the Oct. 1 bombing, Mercure Resort Sanur, together with Primavera, will hold a special event titled Bali for Peace Classical Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 3.The concert will feature Diani R. Sitompul (soprano), Margarisye L.E.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Facing tough times in post-tsunami Aceh
Facing tough times in post-tsunami AcehTess Bacalla, Contributor, Banda AcehRahmi is about 14, but has already lost her world as she knew it. One can see it in her sad, soulful eyes, and in her inability to smile.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Asia-Pacific airlines should cut fuel surcharges: Aviation group
Asia-Pacific airlines should cut fuel surcharges: Aviation groupAgence France-Presse, SingaporeAirlines should consider cutting their fuel surcharges on passenger tickets in the face of slowing travel demand and concerns over bird flu, the Center for Asia-Pacific Aviation (CAPA) said on Wednesday.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
SEA Games venues still unfinished
SEA Games venues still unfinished JAKARTA: Most of the training venues provided for Indonesian athletes for the 23rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games are not ready for use, an official complained in the Philippines.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
European, Asian nations talk environmental issues
European, Asian nations talk environmental issuesThe Jakarta Post, JakartaState Minister for the Environment and president of the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) Governing Council Rachmat Witoelar urged European and Asian countries to do more to prevent further deterioration of the...
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
One soldier dead in southern RP violence
One soldier dead in southern RP violence THE PHILIPPINES: Philippine troops and about 100 suspected Muslim militants exchanged heavy gunfire deep in the mountains of the southwestern island of Jolo, killing one soldier and an unknown number of rebels, the army said on Wednesday.Brig. Gen.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Let foreigners own apartments: CIPS
Let foreigners own apartments: CIPSAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaA noted property analyst urged the government on Wednesday to allow foreigners to buy and own apartments here in order to boost property sales and economic activity in the country.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
U.S. troops given time in rape case
U.S. troops given time in rape caseRoli Ng, Reuters/Olongapo City, PhilippinesPhilippine prosecutors give lawyers for six U.S. Marines until Nov. 29 to answer a rape complaint filed by a Filipino woman, a case testing the strength of relations with the United States.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Headings
Headings1. FLAT -- 3x12 More inner city housing proposed to up productivityOR Commuting time blamed for low productivity 2. DUMP -- 1x32 City enlists firms to treat waste 3. WIC -- 2x25 WIC's 'White Elephant' still bazaar's favorite 4. BOGOR -- 3x12 Bogor Police chief faces investigation 5.
Thu, 24 Nov 2005
Social envy is growing
Social envy is growingFrom KompasPoor people have become increasingly distressed and lead an even more difficult existence following the latest fuel price rise. Even before the fuel price hike, the majority already had difficulty in making a living.