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Local salt has lost saltiness

Local salt has lost saltiness Indonesia is often called an archipelago or a maritime country. Unfortunately, it is yet to be self-sufficient in salt.This country sustains a significant deficit of salt. It can only supply 1.21 million tons of salt or 46.5 percent of the total demand of 2.

Pudong to handle international flights

Pudong to handle international flights BEIJING: China's largest city Shanghai will direct all international flights to its state-of-the-art Pudong Airport to boost disappointing traffic volume, state media said Saturday.

Six people found deaed in Aceh

Six people found deaed in AcehIbnu Mat Noor, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh At least six people were killed during the Muslim New Year in Aceh after the local administration officially implemented syariah law last Friday, human rights activists said over the weekend.

Saga of the convicted central bank governor

Saga of the convicted central bank governorVincent Lingga Senior Editor The Jakarta Post Jakarta 2. Tariq -- "Gallup'ing into Muslim Hearts 1 x 54 36pt Bodoni'Gallup'ing into Muslim hearts: U.S. experienceArsalan Tariq Iftikhar Independent Writers Syndicate Midwest Communications Director Council...

Man lynched after stealing 19 goats

Man lynched after stealing 19 goats TANGERANG: A man was lynched and killed for killing goats near the village of Gintung, near Tangerang on Wednesday.Tangerang Hospital confirmed they were holding the body of the unidentified man.

Farallon wins Bank BCA

Farallon wins Bank BCA By selecting Farallon Capital Management of the United States as the winner of 51 percent of Bank Central Asia (BCA) over the favorite, Standard Chartered Bank of Britain, last week, the government decided to give higher priority to the credibility and fairness of the...

East meets west with art of bamboo

East meets west with art of bamboo (1x30)Art of Bamboo, a meeting space for Indonesian and Danish artistsSri Wahyuni The Jakarta Post Yogyakarta Inspiring pieces of work made out of bamboo are scattered in open spaces in three Yogyakarta villages: Nitiprayan, Jeblog and Kersan in Kasihan district...

Attitude of state agencies

Attitude of state agenciesFrom Warta KotaThe ugly attitude shown by state agencies when providing services to the public has been intensively reported in the mass media, especially when they collect illegal payments for the processing of licenses, passports, driver's licenses and so on.

Don't put high hopes in new BCA owner: Experts

Don't put high hopes in new BCA owner: ExpertsDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Hopes are riding high that the completion of the Bank Central Asia (BCA) sell-off will provide a boost for the recovery of the country's still-ailing banking sector, although analysts say there could still be a...

Peugeot 307

Peugeot 307 Riding a car that turns heads Primastuti Handayani The Jakarta Post JakartaSpeeding in a Peugeot 307 XS Sporty really turns heads. Not only because it is a brand new car, which was just launched on March 1, but mostly due to its sporty and elegant design.

Asia-Pacific strategy against people-smuggling on the cards

Asia-Pacific strategy against people-smuggling on the cardsP. Parameswaran, Agence France-Presse, Manila An Asia-Pacific regional strategy to combat people-smuggling is in the offing following a landmark regional conference on the lucrative illicit trade, a special Australian envoy said.

Guinness World Records: Open door for Indonesia

Guinness World Records: Open door for IndonesiaKornelius Purba, Staff Writer, The Jakarta Post There may be a chance for Indonesia to get its due recognition in the Guinness Book of World Records for its achievement in corruption management.

From Neraca

From Neraca The corruption case involving nonbudgetary funds of the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) allegedly misused by Akbar Tanjung, general chairman of the Golkar Party and House of Representatives speaker, is now becoming murky as those involved seem to be forgetful people.

Cellular industry, promising with tight rivalry

Cellular industry, promising with tight rivalryDebbie A. Lubis, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The cellular business in the country will continue to enjoy rapid growth this year and in years to come but only strong operators will survive the competition in the long run, analysts say.

Clinic opened by Taufik has no permit

Clinic opened by Taufik has no permit TANGERANG: The Waluyo Sejati Abadi health clinic, which was inaugurated by President Megawati Soekarnoputri's husband Taufik Kiemas last week, has yet to receive a permit from the Tangerang municipality."We don't blame anybody but the clinic has no permit.

Textile exhibition to begin Tuesday

Textile exhibition to begin Tuesday JAKARTA: To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Textile Museum on Jl. K.S. Tubun, Central Jakarta, the Association for Admirers of Traditional Textiles is holding its Wastraprema Exhibition featuring textiles from all over Indonesia.

Don't know what to do with your old PC?

Don't know what to do with your old PC?Vishnu K. Mahmud, Contributor, Jakarta You probably have an old PC or two in your garage, just rotting away. Those 386 or 486 processors just don't stand a chance against today's Intel Pentium or AMD Athlon chips that are currently leading the market today.

Supremacy of law

Supremacy of lawFrom Rakyat MerdekaThe Attorney General need not hesitate about upholding the supremacy of the law in conjunction with the eradication of corruption, collusion and nepotism (KKN), particularly in the case of Buloggate II.

RI assets fly, but have long way to go

RI assets fly, but have long way to goSabyasachi Mitra, Reuters, Hong Kong Investment bankers and fund managers are trickling back to Jakarta, three or four years since many last bothered to visit, drawn by a combination of rock bottom valuations, soaring returns and a demand for yield.

Govt told to keep cool over distance classes

Govt told to keep cool over distance classesThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta House of Representatives legislators have suggested that the government respond wisely to several state universities which are now running long-distance classes for graduate management degrees.

Cordless, wireless, what is the difference of the two?

Cordless, wireless, what is the difference of the two?Zatni Arbi, Columnist, Jakarta If you get confused when listening to people talking about cordless phones, wireless phones, cellular phones and handphones, do not feel so bad. You are not alone.

Airvan operates GA8 Aircraft for transporting tourists

Airvan operates GA8 Aircraft for transporting tourists TUBAN, Bali (JP): Indonesian company PT Satmarindo on Friday purchased a single-engine, eight-seat GA8 Airvan aircraft from Australian company Gippsland Aeronautics.

UK seeks withdrawal of Asian shrimps

UK seeks withdrawal of Asian shrimpsReuters, London Britain's Food Standards Agency (FSA) called on Friday for some prawns and shrimps from Asia to be withdrawn from shop shelves, in a widening European campaign against products containing banned chemicals.

Rupiah to strengthen on BCA sale

Rupiah to strengthen on BCA saleDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The rupiah is expected to strengthen slightly this week based on the positive feelings resulting from the completion of the Bank Central Asia (BCA) sale, according to analysts.They said, however, that U.S.

Banpu rules out new investment in Indonesia

Banpu rules out new investment in IndonesiaWilawan Pongpitak, Reuters, Bangkok Thailand's biggest coal miner Banpu Plc has no plan to invest in a power plant in Indonesia, but will focus on its main coal business and domestic power plants, company executives said late on Friday.

Businesspeople cautiously welcome tax tribunal law

Businesspeople cautiously welcome tax tribunal lawAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Local business players cautiously welcomed on Saturday the approval of a new Tax Tribunal Law which should boost transparency in tax dispute settlements.

Saga of the convicted central bank governor

Saga of the convicted central bank governorVincent Lingga, Senior Editor, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bank Indonesia Governor Sjahril Sabirin is now a convict after he was found guilty of corruption by the Central Jakarta District Court on Wednesday for violating prudential banking rules in relation...

Bamboo turns into inspring creations

Bamboo turns into inspring creationsSri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Inspiring pieces of work made out of bamboo are scattered in open spaces in three Yogyakarta villages: Nitiprayan, Jeblog and Kersan in Kasihan district in Bantul.

[i][b]Please don't use state "apparatuses" when something like state

Please don't use state "apparatuses" when something like state "agencies", "bodies" or similar is meant, as the word doesn't work in English (can't translate aparat directly from Indonesian), and is both ugly and cumbersome. Thanks.

Slank: Going strong by going it alone

Slank: Going strong by going it aloneHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta It was hard not to laugh in a recent interview with drummer Bimbim from rock group Slank, on the sidelines of vocalist Kaka's 28th birthday party at Hard Rock Cafe.It was not because Bimbim cracked a joke.

From Neraca

From Neraca The corruption case involving nonbudgetary funds of the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) allegedly misused by Akbar Tanjung, general chairman of the Golkar Party and House of Representatives speaker, is now becoming murky as those involved seem to be forgetful people.

Keep your neck straight with proper posture

Keep your neck straight with proper posture or Proper care and habits will alleviate neck pain Maria Endah Hulupi The Jakarta Post JakartaRenita often experienced discomfort in her neck, a pain she often ignored as she thought that the stiffness would eventually go away by itself.

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----------------------------------------------- No Regrets: Experiences of a Presidential Spokesman By Wimar Witoelar Equinox Publishing (Asia), Jakarta, 2002 200 pp ------------------------------------------ With so many behind-the-scenes type of books available to give the Indonesian public a...

It takes professional skills to be a physical trainer

It takes professional skills to be a physical trainerThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta In the first few sessions at the gym, Heidi still had some excuses not to exercise to the limit."You know, it's my first time back to the gym again after two months off.

Premarital checkup gives peace of mind to lovebirds

Premarital checkup gives peace of mind to lovebirdsMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Getting hitched marks one's life cycle, but marriage can provide trouble if both couples fail to have a clean bill of health.A few days after she got married, Yanti felt discomfort in her private parts.

How does globalization affect your life?

How does globalization affect your life?Monique Natalia, Contributor, Jakarta Living in this "global village" we are continually exposed to the impact of globalization. Is it actually more westernization or, more specifically, Americanization?What does globalization have in store for Jakarta's...

Mobile phones: More than just basic needs

Mobile phones: More than just basic needsVenerdi Handojo, Contributor, Jakarta The first time I lost my mobile phone, I thought to myself, "Oh well, it's quite common for a Jakartan to lose a cell phone." Most of my friends, after all, have lost their cell phones at least once.

Peugeot 307

Peugeot 307 Riding a car that turns heads Primastuti Handayani The Jakarta Post JakartaSpeeding in a Peugeot 307 XS Sporty really turns heads. Not only because it is a brand new car, which was just launched on March 1, but mostly due to its sporty and elegant design.

Designers a match for wedding gowns

Designers a match for wedding gownsMuara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta It wasn't until the end of the 1980s that it became easier to get Western-style wedding gowns of a good design and quality in this country.

RI awaits approval to meet terrorist suspects

RI awaits approval to meet terrorist suspectsTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesian Police and Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials are seeking assistance from the Philippine authorities in a bid to obtain more facts and to provide legal protection for three Indonesian citizens who...

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Daddy's Girl With her father, Paul, looking on, Stella McCartney did herself proud in her second Paris collection for her own label, showing designs that critics acclaimed as young, sporty and original.

Asia's bad loans: It's time for a reality check

Asia's bad loans: It's time for a reality check Jack Rodman, Ernst & Young, The Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo A recent report from Ernst and Young's Asia Pacific Financial Solutions Group suggesting that Asia's nonperforming loan (NPL) problem is much worse than generally perceived has triggered a wave of...

Writer Umar Kayam dead at 69

Writer Umar Kayam dead at 69Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Glaring sun could not hide the grief felt by hundreds of friends and relatives at the Karet Bivak cemetery in Central Jakarta who came to pay their last respects to one of the country's most prolific writers Umar Kayam who...

Rudi evokes the human spirit in pastels

Rudi evokes the human spirit in pastelsPavan Kapoor, Contributor, Jakarta Rudi Mukahar's artwork is a reflection of the mind of a man with simple ideas, which he attempts to express in detailed perfection.

A succulent serving of milk-fed veal

A succulent serving of milk-fed veal You too can prepare an exquisite veal dish in your own kitchen and enjoy its tender and juicy texture.Chef Eric Guilbert from Riva bistro and bar at The Park Lane, Jakarta, shares his secret to perfectly cook a milk-fed veal chop.

BIN, FBI hold talks in Bali

BIN, FBI hold talks in Bali INDONESIA: Officials of the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) held a meeting with leaders of Indonesia's National Intelligence Agency (BIN) in Jimbaran, Bali, on Saturday.

Marlev, Rony reach Swiss Open semis

Marlev, Rony reach Swiss Open semisThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The only two Indonesians left at the Swiss Open men's singles, Marlev Mainaky and Rony Agustinus, made their way to the semifinals after winning their matches at Basel's St. Jakobshalle on Friday.

Gradually evolving into one of basic needs

Gradually evolving into one of basic needsMax Kelling, Contributor, Jakarta The first time I lost my mobile phone, I thought to myself, "Oh well, it's quite common for a Jakartan to lose a cell phone."Most of my friends, after all, have lost their cell phones at least once.

Friends turn out to honor Umar

Friends turn out to honor UmarKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Several of his peers said on Saturday that the death of Umar Kayam, 69, inflected a great loss on the ailing nation, recalling that he worked in a broad range of activities that enriched Indonesian culture.

Local operators heading for '2.5G' technology

Local operators heading for '2.5G' technologyTantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Voice transmission is still the darling of Indonesian mobile phone users, while data transmission and applications over the mobile system have yet to gain enough momentum for local operators to worry about it.