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Sun, 31 Dec 2000
On the record
On the record Album: Orkestra (PT Musica's Studio/2000); Artist: Erwin GutawaAll of a sudden, Indonesian musicians are crazy about orchestra. Everyone is inserting orchestral compositions in their music.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
How secure is your computer?
How secure is your computer?By Vishnu "Ramius" Mahmud JAKARTA (JP): I was working an excel worksheet at my desk when Albert, the company's network God, looked up from his computer monitor."You better save it now, dude."One look at Albert's mischievous face said it all.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Which PDA is for you? Palm OS vs Pocket PC
Which PDA is for you? Palm OS vs Pocket PCBy Meidyatama Suryodiningrat JAKARTA (JP): Quite simply put, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) are no longer the technology of tomorrow. They are the reality of today.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
PDA brings digital future within grasp
PDA brings digital future within graspBy Endy M. Bayuni JAKARTA (JP): At the recent Comdex, the annual trade show where state-of-the-art computers and the future are presented, Bill Gates proudly unveiled a prototype of Microsoft's TabletPC, a full-fledged PC pad-like device which allows you to...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Police deny Tommy's 'arrest'
Police deny Tommy's 'arrest' JAKARTA (JP): National Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Saleh Saaf denied on Saturday that police had ever arrested fugitive Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra, the youngest son of former president Soeharto, as claimed by President Abdurrahman Wahid on Friday.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Young, rich and lost amid the high-rise jungle
Young, rich and lost amid the high-rise jungleBy Joyce Djaelani Gordon JAKARTA (JP): To be young, affluent and living life in the fast lane. Who would not want to be in the shoes of the young and rich? Most certainly, there are many wanna-bes.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
No Paper
No Paper The Jakarta Post will not appear on Monday due to the New Year's Day holiday. The newspaper will resume publication on Tuesday.We wish all our readers a happy and prosperous new year. -- The Publisher
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
The young knows well how to dress for success
The young knows well how to dress for success JAKARTA (JP): The past decade has seen a tremendous rise in fashion consciousness among young people in Jakarta. Those twenty-somethings -- in relatively well-paid jobs -- are positioning themselves as one of the most important markets for the fashion...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Fun with cyber jargon
Fun with cyber jargon JAKARTA (JP): Have you ever browsed hardrockfm.com to listen to the radio program? It is real time! What is not real about the time? No millennium bug has plagued the world. This must be a pretty big bug.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Exhibitions * Painting Flying Horizon by Teguh Ostenrik, Erasmus Huis, Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said, Kav S-3, Kuningan, South Jakarta (Phone: 5241069), until Jan. 13. * Photo Exhibition: Yang Terlupakan by students of SMU Tarakanita I, Galeri Foto Cahya, Wisma Surya Kemang Jl.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Indonesia digital library: Dreams and reality
Indonesia digital library: Dreams and realityBy Rosa Widyawan JAKARTA (JP): Digital libraries might make research easier for scholars, as well as easing the budgetary pressures on libraries. They might solve our intellectual heritage preservation problems, or they might help libraries extend their...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Finding Mr. or Ms. Right could be a headache
Finding Mr. or Ms. Right could be a headache JAKARTA (JP): Time has a way of changing everything. The younger generation are now more outspoken than their parents. They want greater freedom in their life, not only in expressing their views but also the freedom to choose their soulmate.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Local online stores still fight to win trust, orders
Local online stores still fight to win trust, ordersBy Christiani Tumelap JAKARTA (JP): The Internet has brought some amazing changes to the way many people live. There is the new concept of communication brought about by email, digging for information in virtual libraries, downloading music for...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Flandy/Eng Hian win Copenhagen Masters
Flandy/Eng Hian win Copenhagen Masters JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia grabbed the men's doubles title at the Copenhagen Masters badminton invitational event on Friday thanks to Flandy Limpele and Eng Hian who beat compatriots Tony Gunawan and Halim Heryanto 8-7, 5-7, 7-4, 5-7, 7-5 under a new scoring...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Indonesia's Internet pioneer's achievements, vision
Indonesia's Internet pioneer's achievements, visionBy Ida Indawati Khouw JAKARTA (JP): The Internet gained popularity in Indonesia about five years ago, and in several years to come, some observers predict, warnet (Internet cafes) will find their way into villages.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Cybercity Indonesia, where no one has gone before
Cybercity Indonesia, where no one has gone beforeBy Mila Day JAKARTA (JP): Living in today's world, the net is open for business-big time. As big as it gets, the 21st century's civilization builds cities on networking, virtual or real.Now, cybercities are blooming all around the world.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Why not jetski to the next island?
Why not jetski to the next island?By Ivy Susanti JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia is known for its beautiful beaches. At the beach you can feel the breeze, watch the beautiful view and hear the roaring waves.But if you want to enjoy the beach and the sea in a different way, try jetskiing.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Film scene 2000: A year of alternative movies in Indonesia
Film scene 2000: A year of alternative movies in IndonesiaBy Joko EH Anwar JAKARTA (JP): Moviegoers were blessed with more nonmainstream films among the still dominating straight entertainment entries this year.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Ian earns fame with his achievements
Ian earns fame with his achievements BRAUNSCHWEIG, Germany (JP): Born in Medan, North Sumatra, Harianto Wijaya just turned 25. Only last year he graduated with a Dipl-Ing (engineering) degree from the School of Information Engineering, Rhine-Westphalia Technical College (RWTH), Aachen, Germany.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Sydney Olympics symbolize long process of development
Sydney Olympics symbolize long process of developmentBy Primastuti Handayani JAKARTA (JP): The Sydney 2000 Olympics is over. No more cheering at the Olympics Park. Spectators, athletes and officials have returned to their daily lives with good memories of victory and shameful drugs scandals.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Cabinet reshuffle
Cabinet reshuffleFrom Pikiran RakyatIn a predictable turn of events, President Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid's cabinet will be reshuffled as a reaction to the possibility that several ministers will resign.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Young city women: Living in two worlds
Young city women: Living in two worldsBy Joyce Djaelani Gordon JAKARTA (JP): Let's just face it... Many of our young people living in big cities are living in two worlds. One foot is outside the door raring to go and venture out into the future of great possibilities, while the other foot is still...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
The joy of soaring high like an eagle
The joy of soaring high like an eagle Young executives in Jakarta have turned their attention to more challenging sports in which to spend their spare time. They need more than just playing golf, tennis or squash.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Indonesian engineers in Germany living it up
Indonesian engineers in Germany living it up BRAUNSCHWEIG, Germany (JP): Indonesian engineers living in Germany receive good income which allows them to enjoy a decent lifestyle.Priyatna Surawijaya, a post-doctorate student who works in a research institute and teaches at a university, earns around...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Here come the Yummies climbing the ladder of life
Here come the Yummies climbing the ladder of lifeBy Sarasvati JAKARTA (JP): As an area sales manager for a steel distributing firm, Barito Riviera, 29, travels across the country for at least a quarter of the month to broker multi-billion rupiah deals and meet prospective clients.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Youth has time on its side
Youth has time on its side JAKARTA (JP): They are young, smart and energetic. They are fun and fashionable. They also hold important positions in the workplace. Here come the "yummies" -- young upwardly mobile modern independent elite singles.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
From Dewa to Sheila, the young rules the Indonesian music scene
From Dewa to Sheila, the young rules the Indonesian music scene JAKARTA (JP): There is no business like show business, as some people say it. Just take a look at the Indonesian music scene in this past two or three years.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
A special guest on a special day
A special guest on a special dayBy AA Navis An aged couple enjoyed the Idul Fitri holiday from the verandah of their house, watching the well-dressed and cheerful procession of passers-by. They were celebrating the first day of the Muslim post-fasting festivities, popularly known as Lebaran.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
The simplicity of accessing your POP E-mail
The simplicity of accessing your POP E-mailBy Lim Tri Santosa BANDUNG (JP): A new technology has been introduced that has fundamentally transformed human society by changing the way people communicate with each other.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Home Movies
Home Movies JAKARTA (JP): It's time to turn the lens on relationships between unlikely pairings, especially across classes and character. The movies reviewed below, available on VCD and/or laser disc, show how Cupid's arrow works so fancifully in Tinseltown.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
TV programs
TV programsTodayTVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Cartoon 9:00 Children's Program 10:00 Music 11:00 Film 12:00 p.m. Comedy 1:00 TV Drama 2:00 News 3:00 Sports 4:00 News 4:30 Religious Teachings 5:30 TVRI News 6:00 Music 7:00 Evening News 7:30 New Year Special: Doa Bersama 8:30 News...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Media Convergence: The next step of the Internet Evolution
Media Convergence: The next step of the Internet EvolutionBy Vishnu K. Mahmud JAKARTA (JP): What a year it's been. We have seen a flurry of Internet sites both here and abroad from the beginning of the year.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
More trouble for Anwar
More trouble for Anwar KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia's jailed ex-deputy premier Anwar Ibrahim may be hauled back to court to face further sex charges, the country's new top prosecutor indicated on Saturday."I will look into it when I come in. That will be next week.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
A guide on where to go to buy computers, components in Jakarta
A guide on where to go to buy computers, components in JakartaBy Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): "Every notebook on these shelves is guaranteed to be secondhand," said Sony Walla, grinning.He was not kidding. The name of his store said it all: Notebook-Bekas.com.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
More young people call for 'war'
More young people call for 'war' JAKARTA (JP): People have been calling for peace all over the world but for some youngsters war can be a perfect antidote for stress release. Wars in Jakarta? Don't panic -- this is not a real war.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
In search of excitement when the night arrives
In search of excitement when the night arrivesBy Joko E.H. Anwar JAKARTA (JP): After a hectic, stressful working day, you rush home to take a hot shower before laying down on the bed for sweet dreams; sounds perfect.No, not for the 'yummies' - young upward mobile modern independent elite singles.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Urban youth believe old timers still the best
Urban youth believe old timers still the bestBy Hera Diani JAKARTA (JP): It is often said that young people and music are inseparable. However, this is probably an ageist statement as James Finn Garner (author of Politically Correct Bedtime Stories) put it because music cuts across everything,...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Police assure public of security on New Year's Eve
Police assure public of security on New Year's Eve JAKARTA (JP): National Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Saleh Saaf told the public on Saturday to go ahead with New Year's celebrations despite rumors of more bomb attacks."Don't be afraid, don't panic, don't be scared by bomb threats.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Hopes high for better 2001
Hopes high for better 2001 JAKARTA (JP): Days come and go. Today, we are at the very end of the year and the second millennium. Tomorrow we enter the New Year, with hopes for improved times and a better life -- and personal resolutions to make the best of who we are.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Snacks for a low-key New Year
Snacks for a low-key New Year JAKARTA (JP): Ready to drop after all the family get-togethers and running around to make sure you did not leave anyone out over the holidays? Desperately seeking a reprieve from the rich dishes of the past few days? Rest easy, because below are a couple of...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Jealousy and insecurity the seed of in-law conflicts
Jealousy and insecurity the seed of in-law conflictsBy Maria Endah Hulupi JAKARTA (JP): Lydia and Agnes have something in common: both are married and each has a child. The difference is that Agnes is happily married, while Lydia is in the process of having a divorce.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
A complete year at the movies
A complete year at the movies JAKARTA (JP): What is your favorite movie this year? Is it the one with Brad Pitt and Edward Norton punching each other's face? Or the one showing Mr. DiCaprio running around on the beach in his shorts? Or is it the one which shows five extremely attractive women...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Too much fun bring them down
Too much fun bring them down JAKARTA (JP): A famous television newscaster's son, a famous fashion designer's daughter, a famous general's son, the son of a famous professor, the son of a well known surgeon, a wealthy international businessman's son, the son of a famous rock star, top government...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Internet.ID v2.0: Happy New Year!!
Internet.ID v2.0: Happy New Year!!By Hasan Yahya JAKARTA (JP): In this day and age, it's amazing what can happen in a year. Early in the year, the local Internet scene was buzzing with energy and excitement. Launch parties and fancy campaigns, you can almost feel it in the air.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Catch a movie, get a good book or get out of town
Catch a movie, get a good book or get out of town JAKARTA (JP): If you go down to the mall today, you are sure to be in for a big surprise. It's either going to be a case of the capital's huddled masses thronging together in avid preparation for the new millennium (which some of us thought actually...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
At your customer's service: Websites with an advantage
At your customer's service: Websites with an advantage BANDUNG (JP): You have just launched a brilliant marketing campaign, one that is worthy of many awards. You have convinced me that you have a good product.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Watch out for the pitfalls
Watch out for the pitfallsBy David Gordon JAKARTA (JP): Brilliant, daring and assertively intelligent, higher education (frequently education abroad), bank checking and saving accounts, business ventures, stock market investments, real estate investments and speculations, BMW's and Blazers,...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Pramoedya lays bare the cruelty of the city
Pramoedya lays bare the cruelty of the city Tales from Djakarta -- caricatures of circumstances and their human beings; By Pramoedya Ananta Toer (translated by The Nusantara Translation Group); Equinox Publishing, Jakarta- Singapore 2000; xviii + 266 pp; Rp 99,000 JAKARTA (JP): After his release...
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
Spotlight
SpotlightPhoto A: AidJP/alxHELPING THE NEEDY: President director of Korean food distributor Mu Gung Hwa, Kim Woo Jae (right), shakes hands with a member of staff of the presidential secretariat Yudhi Wijayanto.
Sun, 31 Dec 2000
A day in the life of Samsuri, a busker
A day in the life of Samsuri, a busker Samsuri is just a seven-year-old boy but he has already experienced a great deal of hardship in the city. The fourth of five children of a poor single mother he is one of the family's bread winners.