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Korean association seeks protection

Korean association seeks protection JAKARTA (JP): A city-based foundation for the Korean community has sought police protection following the occupation of its land and building by a former foundation executive.

Every computer needs a peripheral

Every computer needs a peripheralBy Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): Come to think of it, a computer system is so much like our stomach. It typically consists of one or more input devices, one central processing unit (CPU), and one or more output devices.

Robbers ransack house of political party chief

Robbers ransack house of political party chief JAKARTA (JP): Chairman of the Indonesian People's Party (PARI) Agus Miftah was injured and suffered losses of Rp 200 million after 11 unidentified burglars entered and attacked him at his house in the upmarket Permata Hijau area, on Jl.

Lots going on in theater, dance, music at JakArt 2001

Lots going on in theater, dance, music at JakArt 2001By Nuraini Razak JAKARTA (JP): Acting Indonesian-style will be on show this week, with six local theater groups, including ones for children and the blind, performing as JakArt 2001 winds down.

President's travel expenses

President's travel expensesFrom Media IndonesiaIt has been widely reported in the mass media that President Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid, is making a state visit to Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines between June 24 and 30, 2001.

Man gets three years for arson

Man gets three years for arson JAKARTA (JP): Zainal Arifin, 44, was sentenced to three years in prison by the Central Jakarta District Court on Friday, for torching the Development and Finance Comptroller Agency (BPKP) building on Jl. Hayam Wuruk last October.

Pro-Gus Dur rally proceeds despite new bomb finding

Pro-Gus Dur rally proceeds despite new bomb finding SURABAYA (JP): Another bomb was found at the compound of gubernatorial office here on Sunday, ahead of a rally against the planned special session of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) later in the day.

Priests to negotiate with Irian Jaya rebels

Priests to negotiate with Irian Jaya rebels JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya (JP): Church officials have assigned a Catholic and Protestant priest to negotiate with a rebel group from Irian Jaya who have currently taken two Belgian filmmakers hostage.

Major changes needed to boost local film industry

Major changes needed to boost local film industryBy Tertiani Simanjuntak JAKARTA (JP): Picture this. A man who had left his family for decades decided to come home for the sake of a cup of coffee. His wife could take it, but the daughter chose to express her feelings by spitting her disappointment...

Inmate marries girlfriend in jail

Inmate marries girlfriend in jail SURABAYA: Jumali bin Sawal, 21, one of the suspects in the Pasuruan riot late last month, married his girlfriend Nikmah binti Suwaji, 18, on Sunday inside an East Java Police detention center."We received the permit at 10 a.m.

Bukaka gets 75% discount on foreign debt payment: Imron

Bukaka gets 75% discount on foreign debt payment: Imron JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed engineering and construction design firm PT Bukaka Teknik Utama said that its creditors had agreed to provide a "haircut" or discount of up to 75 percent on its foreign debt payment.

Mob attack mars party meeting

Mob attack mars party meeting CIANJUR, West Java: A group of men thronged a meeting of the local branch of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) late on Saturday, forcing a delay to the event.

RP quiet on prospect for further hostage releases

RP quiet on prospect for further hostage releases ISABELA, Philippines (AFP): Relatives of beheaded hostages searched for the severed heads on Sunday as the government played down the prospect of Muslim guerrillas releasing more of the 23 remaining captives, who include two Americans.

Positive sentiments to boost JSX

Positive sentiments to boost JSX JAKARTA (JP): The stock market is poised for more gains in this week's trading as investors rush in amid growing confidence that the upcoming People Consultative Assembly special session will bring fresh hope for the resolving of the country's political problems.

Indonesia's bad dream that might not end

Indonesia's bad dream that might not endBy Peter Milne JAKARTA (JP): Despite two cabinet reshuffles in as many weeks, these have only created a temporary distraction from the main power game being played out between President Abdurrahman Wahid and his supporters, and those intent on bringing him...

JP/2/A02

JP/2/A02 JAKARTA (JP): The receent death of a woman migrant worker upon her arrival at the Soekarno Hatta International Airport has prompted calls for the government to close the special gate at Terminal III for migrant workers.

Tangerang may lose Rp20b in tax

Tangerang may lose Rp20b in tax JAKARTA (JP): The mayoralty of Tangerang will lose Rp 20 billion (US$1.8 million) in income from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport following the government's plan to hand over the airport's management to foreign firms.Tangerang Mayor M.

Jakarta sweeps volleyball c'ships

Jakarta sweeps volleyball c'ships JAKARTA (JP): Host Jakarta grabbed both the men's and women's titles at the 2001 interchapter national volleyball championships, defeating West Java in the finals on Sunday at the basketball hall of the Bung Karno Sports Complex.

Malaysia tops corporate governance survey

Malaysia tops corporate governance survey SINGAPORE (AFP): Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong have the best quality of corporate governance in Asia, a survey of foreign business executives in the region showed.

Abdurrahman set to meet Australian PM John Howard

Abdurrahman set to meet Australian PM John Howard CANBERRA (JP): President Abdurrahman Wahid will hold talks with Australian Prime Minister John Howard here on Monday morning in a bid to bury any perceived animosity between the two countries.

Microsoft's Office XP: Is it a compelling upgrade?

Microsoft's Office XP: Is it a compelling upgrade?By Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): You must have heard a lot about it already: Microsoft has just launched the latest version of its Office productivity suite.

ANNIVERSARY CARNIVAL:

ANNIVERSARY CARNIVAL:JP/R. Berto WedhatamaCITY ANNIVERSARY CARNIVAL: A float adorned by faces of Kurawa, a character from the Mahabarata epic (photo above), plies Jakarta's main thoroughfare, Jl. MH Thamrin.

Online payment may replace credit cards

Online payment may replace credit cards JAKARTA (JP): The recent arrests of several Internet thieves in Yogyakarta had at least two effects on us, Indonesians.The first, which was very saddening, was that they put us in deeper disgrace.

Tear gas halts Persija-Persib soccer match

Tear gas halts Persija-Persib soccer match JAKARTA (JP): The match on Sunday between Persija Jakarta and Persib Bandung was halted two minutes before the final whistle after security personnel fired tear gas into the stands at Bung Karno Stadium in Senayan, Jakarta.

Endangered rabbit found in park

Endangered rabbit found in park BENGKULU, Bengkulu: After more than five decades, Bukit Barisan National Park has reported a sighting of the endangered Sumatra jungle rabbit (nesolagus netscherii).The park's chief, Susilo Legowo, told Antara the rabbit was spotted by one of the surveillance cameras...

Choosing the right president

Choosing the right presidentFrom Koran TempoIn response to the statement made by Faction Deputy Chairman of The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle Suparlan, who demanded that the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) apologize for not having elected the right president, I would like to give my...

IMA warns on ban on use of STP system

IMA warns on ban on use of STP system JAKARTA (JP): The development of the country's mining sector could suffer a major setback if the government bans the use of the submarine tailing placement (STP) system in mining operations, according to the Indonesian Mining Association (IMA).

Just ruler and just citizenship

Just ruler and just citizenshipBy Clare Wolfowitz WASHINGTON, D.C.: Indonesia is in need of clear, positive leadership. On this point everyone agrees.For an outsider who loves Indonesia, the present leadership crisis is both distressing and puzzling.

East Timorese registration

East Timorese registration I agree with Mr. Suharno of Yogyakarta when he lashes out at Bishop Belo and Ramos Horta for raising doubts about the outcome of the registration of East Timorese (Suara Pembaruan of June 19, 2001).

56 drivers ticketed for illegally raising fares

56 drivers ticketed for illegally raising fares JAKARTA (JP): Fifty-six public transportation drivers have been cited over the past two days for illegally raising their fares, official said on Sunday.The head of the City Land Transportation Agency, Rustam Efendi, said 17 drivers were nabbed on...

Muslim separatists hail peace deal with Philippines

Muslim separatists hail peace deal with Philippines MANILA (AFP): Muslim separatist rebels on Saturday hailed a landmark ceasefire signed with the Philippines government, saying it would kick-start desperately needed economic development in the war-ravaged south.

North Sulawesi music industry faces modern day challenges

North Sulawesi music industry faces modern day challengesBy Yusuf Susilo Hartono Racun bunga cinta, di lembah putus cinta, no kiapa samua ini terjadi pakita pe hidop, so nasib jadi begini... (poison flower of love, in a valley of jilted lovers, why should all this befall me? Oh, what a terrible...

Rapid detoxification with naltrexone

Rapid detoxification with naltrexoneBy David and Joyce Djaelani Gordon JAKARTA (JP): More people are referring to naltrexone as a magical treatment for sakaw (drug withdrawal symptoms), and call it "rapid detoxification" or, a newer term, accelerated neuro regulation (ANR).

Butin travels around the world with his barrel organ

Butin travels around the world with his barrel organBy Maria Endah Hulupi JAKARTA (JP): Clad in a white shirt, black vest and pantaloons, and with a cap on his head and a bandanna around his neck, French singer Gilles Butin had a special way of adding little nuances from his country to the...

Every computer needs a peripheral

Every computer needs a peripheralBy Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): Come to think of it, a computer system is so much like our stomach. It typically consists of one or more input devices, one central processing unit (CPU), and one or more output devices.

JAKARTA (JP): The death of a woman migrant worker upon her

JAKARTA (JP): The death of a woman migrant worker upon her arrival at the Soekarno Hatta International Airport on Thursday has prompted calls for the government to close the special gate at Terminal III for migrant workers.

Another foreign trip

Another foreign trip How to get in touch with reality is something our leaders still have to learn to be able to serve the interests of the common people. Is it necessary, for instance, for President Abdurrahman Wahid to press for his delayed trip to Australia while so many people, if not the...

Plight of the people

Plight of the peopleFrom Pikiran RakyatI was deeply concerned when I learned of the strike by public transportation drivers on June 15, 2001. I suspect there are parties deliberately making use of these drivers to make this already messy society all the messier.

Detecting symptoms of Prostate Cancer

Detecting symptoms of Prostate Cancer This is the second article in a series of three on prostate cancer written by Dr. Injil Abu Bakar for The Jakarta Post. Because the gland is enlarged in both cancer and nonmalignant conditions, such as Benign Prostate Hypertrophy (BPH), these two different...

FAST FACTS

FAST FACTSCapital: Manila Population: 76.5 million Land Area: 300,000 square kilometers Major Group of Islands: Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao Climate: Dry season (November to June); Rainy season (July to October) Language: Filipino is the national language.

Hunting for the right, affordable school

Hunting for the right, affordable schoolBy Ati Nurbaiti JAKARTA (JP): When my daughter was in her first year at elementary school, she sometimes asked, "Why do I have to go to school every day?" after which she would decide to give herself a holiday.

Mothers target of battle over bottle

Mothers target of battle over bottle In this and related articles on Page 7, The Jakarta Post's contributors Peter Kerr and Maria Kegel discuss the aggressive marketing campaigns launched by infant milk formula producers to the detriment of babies and breast-feeding practices.

Message from the Ambassador

Message from the Ambassador Today, the Philippines celebrates the 103rd anniversary of the proclamation of its independence. It is an occasion for every Filipino to look back with pride on our past. For in struggles against colonizers and foreign aggressors, in the fight against tyranny and...

Scooping profits from palm sugar

Scooping profits from palm sugar SANGGAU, West Kalimantan (JP): Don't fail to buy palm sugar as a gift if you ever tour Batang Tarang, the district capital of Balai, Sanggau regency, West Kalimantan. The sweet aroma and big lumps of this product have become the pride of the area.

Tracing the history of cooling and healing jade

Tracing the history of cooling and healing jadeBy Roland M. Sutrisno JAKARTA (JP): Jade, the precious green stone popular in Chinese culture, is believed to be able to heal, sooth and bring peace.Precious stone buffs love it not only for its color, but also for the way it refracts light, which is...

Jakarta men's, women's teams to finals

Jakarta men's, women's teams to finals JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta men's and women's team are only one step away from making a clean sweep of the title at the 2001 interchapter national volleyball championships after winning their semifinal matches in the Basketball Hall of the Bung Karno Sports Complex.

Gus Dur set for historic visit

Gus Dur set for historic visitBy Meydiatama Suryodiningrat CANBERRA (JP): The Australian capital was its usual quiet self over the weekend, no sign that it was to witness probably one of the most important events in ties with its northern neighbor -- the first visit of an Indonesian President in 26...

Message from Teofisto T.Guingona,JR.

Message from Teofisto T.Guingona,JR. Vice President and Secretary of Foreign Affairs The Republic of Philippines It is with great pride and joy that Filipinos all over the world celebrate the 103rd Anniversary of Philippine Independence.

TV today

TV todayTVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Children's Program 9:00 Children's Film 9:30 Sports 11:00 Music 12:00 p.m. Traditional Comedy 1:30 Children's Program 3:00 News 3:30 Religious Teachings 4:00 Children's Program 5:00 News 5:30 Children's Film 6:00 Children's Songs 7:00...

Formula not the only healthy way for kids

Formula not the only healthy way for kidsBy Maria Kegel JAKARTA (JP): The effects of the rupiah's fall in value have been far-reaching, but no one has been hit worse than low and modest income families with young children.