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Muhammadiyah announces board, fails to include women member

Muhammadiyah announces board, fails to include women memberSlamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post, YogyakartaMuhammadiyah announced here on Monday its new central executive board comprising 18 members, including 13 people elected during the recent national congress of the country's second largest Muslim...

Donggala attack damages houses, a car

Donggala attack damages houses, a carDONGGALA, Central Sulawesi: A group of Tolu residents attacked the neighboring subdistrict of Kotarindau on Sunday night, but no fatalities were reported in the incident.

Canberra rapped in Corby trial

Canberra rapped in Corby trial DENPASAR, Bali: A lawyer representing an Australian woman convicted of drug smuggling accused Canberra of refusing to provide immunity for key witnesses who could help secure his client's release.

Asians cling to beloved SUVs despite rising oil prices

Asians cling to beloved SUVs despite rising oil prices Roberto Coloma Agence France Presse/SingaporeMove over, slow drivers. A busy mom with a monstrous turbocharged truck, a long grocery shopping list and a wailing child strapped to the back seat is looming right behind you.

JP/18/BRIEFS

JP/18/BRIEFSMaya Resort & Spa, a favorite for Aussie couplesMaya Ubud Resort & Spa grabbed the Gold Category Award in the Best Resort Spa Overseas and Silver Category Award in Best Hotel/Resort in Southeast Asia based on Holidays for Couples Magazine Readers' Choice Awards 2005.

Ahmadiyah prepares legal action against MUI

Ahmadiyah prepares legal action against MUIThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Bandung/YogyakartaWith the support of noted Muslim scholars, the Ahmadiyah religious group is determined to sue the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) over last week's attack on its compound in Parung, Bogor, West Java.

The prolonged political crisis in the Philippines

The prolonged political crisis in the PhilippinesRonald Meinardus, Manila If there is one ray of light in the protracted political turmoil besetting the Philippines it is that, thus far, the situation has remained peaceful.

Travel: Penang, Malaysia (1,182) GUARDIAN NEWS SERVICE (MALAYSIA)

Travel: Penang, Malaysia (1,182) GUARDIAN NEWS SERVICE (MALAYSIA) By Andrew Catchpole = STANDFIRST: Chinese, Malays, Indians and Thais have left their mark on Penang cuisine. Andrew Catchpole whets his appetite Penang cuisine result of many external influencesAndrew Catchpole Guardian News...

RP says it is free from bird flu

RP says it is free from bird flu PHILIPPINES: The Philippines said on Monday that it was still free of the H5N1 virus after tests conducted on ducks infected by a low-risk strain of bird flu turned out to be negative for the deadly strain.

Sutiyoso plays down danger of bird flu

Sutiyoso plays down danger of bird fluDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaGovernor Sutiyoso played down on Monday the danger of avian flu in the capital, saying dengue fever was "more dangerous".Health minister Siti Fadillah Supari said on Sunday that Iwan Siswara of the Vila Melati Mas...

RI worker jailed in Saudi Arabia

RI worker jailed in Saudi Arabia JAKARTA: The non-governmental organization Migrant Care has asked the government to file a diplomatic note to protest the imprisonment of an Indonesian migrant worker in Saudi Arabia.

RI, Japan focus on cooperation

RI, Japan focus on cooperationZakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post, JakartaJapan and Indonesia are focusing their series of negotiations on setting up an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment and intellectual property rights, the Minister of Trade says.

Navy cyclists set good example

Navy cyclists set good exampleAntara, JakartaRear Admiral Slamet Subijanto used to ride around the naval base in Surabaya on his bicycle when he chief of the Navy's training department.He continued to do so when he was made chief of the Navy's Eastern Fleet.

Use our tax properly

Use our tax properly I share the same sadness as D.J. Pamudji (The Jakarta Post, July 15: Bloating caused by starvation).Indonesia is indeed a very rich country however the people are so poor. We don't know how long this has been going on for.

* Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts Page 2

* Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts Page 2 * KPK names Rusadi a suspect in KPU case Page 4 * Cipularang toll road spurs local economy Page 5 * Slow and steady SBY gains ground Page 7 * BNI, BPN officials arrested for graft Page 8 * S.

KPK detains KPU member Rusadi

KPK detains KPU member RusadiThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) detained on Monday General Elections Commission (KPU) member Rusadi Kantaprawira after naming him a suspect in a graft case at the election body.

Only democratic approaches can end regional conflicts

Only democratic approaches can end regional conflictsAguswandi, London Honest and open-minded talk about Aceh and West Papua is rare in Indonesia. Yet some Indonesians recently came together in London to have just such a conversation.

This year's state budget deficit is likely to soar far above

This year's state budget deficit is likely to soar far above initial forecasts unless immediate measures are taken to contain surging spending on fuel subsidies amid high global oil prices and soaring fuel consumption at home, the Minister of Finance says.

RP asked to be ready to lead ASEAN

RP asked to be ready to lead ASEANThe Philippines has been asked by some of its neighbors to be ready to assume the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), amid signs that Myanmar may skip its turn next year, a senior foreign affairs official said on Monday.

Housewives support anti-gambling campaign

Housewives support anti-gambling campaignApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, MedanHousewives in Medan have warmly welcomed the nationwide movement against gambling. Interviewed separately, the housewives said that gambling had made their husbands gambling addicts and their habit had adversely...

'Save energy? I don't have an air conditioner'

'Save energy? I don't have an air conditioner'The government has called on the public to take part in a nationwide drive to save energy, including reducing fuel consumption. The Jakarta Post talked to residents about what they could do at home to save energy.

TNI, police boost ties to combat sea crimes

TNI, police boost ties to combat sea crimesThe Jakarta Post, JakartaNational Police chief Gen. Sutanto and Indonesia Military (TNI) commander Gen. Endriartono Sutarto on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at improving maritime security against smuggling and other sea crimes.

Apartments offer privacy, security and comfort

Apartments offer privacy, security and comfortT. Sima Gunawan, Contributor, Jakarta Seeing a young woman returning home at midnight or at dawn, many people might frown upon her, wondering what she has been doing.

JP/2/heads

JP/2/heads July 19, 2005 1. KPU: 1 X 30 KPK detains KPU member Rusadi 2. REAX: 3 X 15 Peace agreement raises doubts, hopes in Aceh 3. AHMADIYAH: 1 X 42 Ahmadiyah prepares legal action against MUI 4. JAK-TV: 4 X 11 Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts

Use of CNG declining despite talk about alternative fuel

Use of CNG declining despite talk about alternative fuelLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaDespite constant talk about the need to revert to alternative fuel amid soaring global oil prices, the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) in the transportation sector is actually on a decline, hampered...

Apartments the place for fast -- pace city living

Apartments the place for fast -- pace city livingDebbie A. Lubis, Contributor, The Jakarta PostThe apartment business is still a lucrative venture today as living in an apartment has become an integral part of the fast- paced modern life of urbanites in this country.

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 18, 2005

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 18, 2005 _____________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume _____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo...

London blasts seen as valuable lesson for Southeast Asia

London blasts seen as valuable lesson for Southeast AsiaDan Eaton, Reuters/JakartaCopycats could stage deadly London-style bombings in Southeast Asia's major cities, many of which are ill equiped to deal with such carnage, the secretary general of the region's main political grouping said on Monday.

Air Force lets UN workers go

Air Force lets UN workers go MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: After three days of questioning, the Air Force released on Monday six UN humanitarian workers and let them fly off in their Russian-made helicopter.

Equality before the law

Equality before the law I would like to comment on the news Thousands besiege Ahmadiyah complex published in The Jakarta Post dated July 16.In my opinion, the matter of somebody's faith and belief is a very personal issue.

NGOs slam decree limiting television operating hours

NGOs slam decree limiting television operating hoursRidwan Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, JakartaA group of non-governmental organizations joined forces on Monday to protest a ministerial decree requiring radio and television stations to reduce their airtime as part of the government's energy...

JP/1/TWINS

JP/1/TWINSTwins Anggi and Angeli return homeApriadi Gunawan The Jakarta Post/MedanConjoined twins Anggi and Angeli returned home on Monday after they were successfully separated at Singapore's Gleneagles Hospital in May. The two babies, who were born in Pematang Siantar, North Sumatra on Feb.

JP/18/LEECH

JP/18/LEECH'Repugnant' leeches can cure range of illnesses Bambang Muryanto Contributor/YogyakartaYou will immediately be welcomed by the rancid smell of blood the moment you enter the consulting room of an alternative healer in Trayemen village, Pleret, Bantul, Yogyakarta.

Jakarta apartment outlook bright despite threat of oversupply

Jakarta apartment outlook bright despite threat of oversupplyRudijanto, Contributor, Jakarta The Indonesian apartment market is expected to remain strong as apartment is still seen as a more profitable investment compared to the currently low bank deposit rate but the shadow of oversupply or...

Pontianak turns off the lights

Pontianak turns off the lightsPONTIANAK, West Kalimantan: As part of the nationwide energy saving drive, the Pontianak city government has instructed that all advertising lights on the street had to be turned off at midnight.

Rupiah Ends Lower On Dlr Demand From Importers

Rupiah Ends Lower On Dlr Demand From Importers JP/14/MarketRupiah Ends Lower On Dlr Demand From ImportersDow Jones/Jakarta The Indonesian rupiah ended lower on Monday as dollar demand from local importers dragged on the local unit, dealers said.

Majority of married couples eschew condoms usage

Majority of married couples eschew condoms usageYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, BandungA member of the West Java legislative council's Commission E, Ani Rukmini, said her husband did not like to use condoms."No thanks, dear.

Jakarta apartment outlook bright despite threat of oversupply

Jakarta apartment outlook bright despite threat of oversupplyRudijanto, Contributor, Jakarta The Indonesian apartment market is expected to remain strong as apartments are still seen as more profitable investments given the currently low deposit interest rates. But the threat of oversupply persists.

Govt to sell up to 10% of PGN stake this year

Govt to sell up to 10% of PGN stake this yearIndonesia plans to sell as much as 10 percent of state-run gas distributor PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN) this year, part of a strategy to bridge the budget deficit.

~For Special Edition --- Apartment Living

~For Special Edition --- Apartment Living Apartment is still much on demandDebbie A. Lubis Contributor The Jakarta PostApartment business is still a lucrative venture today as living in an apartment has become an integral part of the fast- paced modern life in the city.

Slow and steady SBY gains ground

Slow and steady SBY gains groundJohn McBeth, The Straits Times, Asia News Network/Singapore It is unspoken, of course, but there are many impatient Indonesians who wish President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono would dispense with the velvet glove and start using the mailed fist.

Lawmakers pay rise proposal comes under more fire

Lawmakers pay rise proposal comes under more fireThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe controversial plan to raise the take-home pay of legislators came in for a further round of criticism on Monday, with observers warning the money would end up being abused by unscrupulous politicians or political parties.

City not to be kept totally in the dark

City not to be kept totally in the darkDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Jakarta city administration said Monday that it would maintain full street lighting in public places across the capital due to fears of rising crime, despite its policy of reducing street illumination as part of...

Jambi police battle illegal loggers

Jambi police battle illegal loggersJAMBI, Jambi: Jambi provincial police has vowed to intensify a crackdown against illegal loggers. Speaking to The Jakarta Post on Saturday, chief of Jambi provincial police Brig. Gen.

Towards peace in Aceh

Towards peace in Aceh It would be naive to foreshadow peace prematurely in any conflict, no matter how hopeful the signs...But what progress has been achieved is historic. GAM is no longer demanding independence; by accepting autonomy within Indonesia it has kept Jakarta talking and brought a peace...

Principal nabbed for embezzlement

Principal nabbed for embezzlement JAKARTA: A principal of a private elementary school in Duren Jaya, East Bekasi, was arrested by detectives on Monday for allegedly embezzling Rp 260 million (US$68,500) in savings belonging to 693 students.East Bekasi Police chief of detectives First Insp.

Rupiah Rates 18 July

Rupiah Rates 18 July Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 7,707.94 6,953.50 7,369.78 7,291.44 Brunei dollar 1 6,094.74 5,498.61 5,827.36 5,765.84 Canadian dollar 1 8,425.54 7,599.71 8,055.90 7,969.04 Swiss franc 1 7,940.68 7,166.02 7,592.31 7,514.

Ford launches Focus, targeting sedan market

Ford launches Focus, targeting sedan marketThe Jakarta Post JakartaAfter concentrating on marketing sports utility vehicles (SUVs) over the past five years, PT Ford Motor Indonesia (FMI) is targeting the sedan segment by launching the all-new Ford Focus.

Rupiah ends lower on dollar demand from importers

Rupiah ends lower on dollar demand from importersDow Jones, JakartaThe rupiah ended lower on Monday as dollar demand from local importers dragged on the local unit, dealers said.The dollar closed at Rp 9,810, up from its close on Friday at Rp 9,775.

TV Program: Wednesday, July 20, 2005

TV Program: Wednesday, July 20, 2005TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon: Hallo Kitty8:30 Music: Asik-asik10:00 Talk Show: Showbiz11:30 Cultural Program: Rona Daerah12:00 p.m.