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Mon, 10 Sep 2001
U.S. dollars BII style
U.S. dollars BII style In 1997, the rupiah exchange rate was fluctuating against the U.S. dollar and many banks put their own regulations into effect to anticipate their customers saving or depositing U.S. dollars.
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
PageMaker: Still alive and kicking but now transformed
PageMaker: Still alive and kicking but now transformedBy Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): Do you still remember PageMaker? Those of you out there who, at one time in the past, just like I did, thought that desktop publishing (DTP) would give you a ticket to the Hall of Fame must be very familiar with this...
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
Reducing traffic jams
Reducing traffic jamsFrom Koran TempoThe number of vehicles in Jakarta keeps increasing everyday resulting in more traffic jams in the capital city. To reduce traffic jams, the city administration has implemented the 3-in-1 system, which allows only cars with three or more passengers (including the...
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
2. Stock ( 2 x 20 )
2. Stock ( 2 x 20 ) Stocks down for another week on Wall Street 3. Oil ( 2 x 21 ) RI oil output and price to decline: Minister 4. Job ( 2 x 32 ) U.S. unemployment rate increased to four-year high last month: Govt report 5. Credit ( 2 x 16 ) U.S. govt boosts farm credit to RI 6. Fed ( 2 x 32 ) U.S.
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
Abandon military campaign: Acehnese
Abandon military campaign: AcehneseBy Ibnu Mat Noor BANDA ACEH, Aceh (JP): Pleas for the government to abandon its military campaign in this wartorn province figured prominently in Saturday's closed-door meeting between Acehnese figures and visiting President Megawati Soekarnoputri, sources told...
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
Defense budget hike suspected to be support deal
Defense budget hike suspected to be support deal JAKARTA (JP): Political analysts have hailed the increase in the defense budget in the 2002 draft state budget amid rising speculation that the 18 percent hike was to gain support from the Indonesian Military (TNI) in maintaining stability.
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
Tangerang council approves 15 percent budget hike
Tangerang council approves 15 percent budget hike TANGERANG (JP): Tangerang City Council approved last week a 15 percent increase in the city's 2001 budget from a proposed Rp 217 billion (US$25.53 million) to Rp 261 billion.The increase was smaller than the 19.
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
Business and regional autonomy
Business and regional autonomy Even before regional autonomy became a fact, fears had been expressed by the business community that regional governments would try to increase their revenues by issuing all kinds of tax rulings and regulations.
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
Indonesia loses to Malaysia 2-1
Indonesia loses to Malaysia 2-1 KELANA JAYA, Malaysia (AP): A spectacular left-foot free kick from defender Irwan Fadzli sealed a 2-1 victory for Malaysia over Indonesia in a Southeast Asian Games Group B match Sunday.
Mon, 10 Sep 2001
Minister to fight extortion by officials at airport
Minister to fight extortion by officials at airport JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Manpower and Transmigration Jacob Nuwa Wea said on Saturday that Soekarno-Hatta Airport's Terminal III was teeming with corrupt officials who extorted money from Indonesian workers returning from overseas.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Art Summit III* Music: Tarantula Hypertext Orchestra (Italian), Gedung Kesenian Jakarta, Jl. Gedung Kesenian No. 1, Central Jakarta (Phone: 3808283), 8 p.m., Sept. 9-10. * Theater Black Tent Theater (Japanese), Graha Bhakti Budaya, Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jl.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Indonesian men's gymnasts forced settle for bronze
Indonesian men's gymnasts forced settle for bronze JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia failed to poach a gold medal in the men's artistic team on the opening day of a gymnastics competition, which was marred by a protest by the Thai team over refereeing.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Indonesia off to winning start in Kuala Lumpur
Indonesia off to winning start in Kuala LumpurBy Novan Iman Santosa KUALA LUMPUR (JP): The 21st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games began on Saturday, with Indonesia setting the early pace in the 10-day medals race.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Apartments are more affordable than you think
Apartments are more affordable than you think JAKARTA (JP): Many expatriates begin their lives here in Jakarta in a kost. While the reason for this is often monetary constraints, there is also the oft-cited reason of wanting to get to know Indonesians; to throw themselves into the hustle and bustle...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
What to do if your child wants to be an athlete
What to do if your child wants to be an athlete JAKARTA (JP): Sports has always been a topic of conversation in our family. We often discuss the latest news in soccer, badminton and other sports, rehashing matches and agonizing over the results.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
SIA lets you lie back in the sky
SIA lets you lie back in the sky SINGAPORE (JP): Singapore Airlines (SIA) plans to introduce a new-generation business-class seat on 45 of its aircraft, with a total investment of US$100 million.Called the "SpaceBed", the new seats can recline into flat beds 198 centimeters long and incline at an...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Mariachi: The sound and feel of Mexico
Mariachi: The sound and feel of MexicoBy David Eyerly JAKARTA (JP): The trumpet pierces the air sharp and strong. Soon guitars, basses and violins join in and the music picks up. The beat is forceful and impossible to resist -- feet start tapping and heads bobbing.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Asylum boat stopped
Asylum boat stopped SYDNEY, Australia (Reuters): The Australian navy has intercepted a boat carrying about 200 asylum seekers off the country's northwest coast, Prime Minister John Howard told reporters on Saturday.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Estimated achieved average gross rentals
Estimated achieved average gross rentals 0102* QoQ** Changes YoY*** Changes US$ per sqm Rp per sqm in in in in per month per month US$ term Rp term US$ term Rp term --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Serviced apartments 17.3 198,500 -0.6% 9.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Allson Classic Suites blend home convenience and luxury
Allson Classic Suites blend home convenience and luxury If you are looking for all the comforts of home in a classic environment that offers five-star hotel service, then the Classic Suites at the Allson Residence at Mitra Oasis is your best choice for relaxation or business.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
'I want to learn from others about life'
'I want to learn from others about life' Hendrawan may not have as many fans as teen star Taufik Hidayat or doubles king Ricky Subagdja, but the 2000 world champion is admired by players from other countries because of his modest manner.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Challenges keep me alive: M.F. Siregar
Challenges keep me alive: M.F. SiregarBy Ivy Susanti JAKARTA (JP): "I like sports. I like people. I like to do the utmost because I have been given the talent by God," Mangombar Ferdinand Siregar says of his life principle.Young people may associate Siregar, who will turn 73 on Nov.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Hamzah
Hamzah Hamzah insists on inclusion of Jakarta Chapter. Page 2 M.F. Siregar Challenges keep me alive: M.F. Siregar. Page 3 Mexico Mariachi the sound and feel of Mexico past and present. Page 5Danger Keeping your children out of danger in the home.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Group of Nine opened way for women artists
Group of Nine opened way for women artistsBy Mehru Jaffer JAKARTA (JP): Many a bored housewife has taken up painting to kill time, but few have had such a passion for art as Ratmini Soedjatmoko.More than 30 years ago she began taking painting lessons simply to avoid meaningless coffee mornings and...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Hamzah insists on Jakarta Chapter
Hamzah insists on Jakarta Chapter JAKARTA (JP): United Development Party (PPP) Chairman Hamzah Haz insisted on Saturday that the inclusion of the Jakarta Chapter in Article 29 of the 1945 Constitution would not mean that the full implementation of Islamic law for Muslims would threaten other...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Illness may wreck Oka's gold quest
Illness may wreck Oka's gold quest JAKARTA (JP): Asian Games medal-winner Oka Sulaksana may miss out on his bid to earn Indonesia a gold medal in surfing at the Southeast Asian Games as he has yet to fully recover from typhoid.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Illness may wreck Oka's gold quest in surfing
Illness may wreck Oka's gold quest in surfing JAKARTA (JP): Asian Games medal-winner Oka Sulaksana may miss out on his bid to earn Indonesia a gold medal in surfing at the Southeast Asian Games as he has yet to fully recover from typhoid.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Guess What? Nadya Hutagalung
Guess What? Nadya Hutagalung Model and TV presenter Nadya Hutagalung has something to tell hunters and others who prey on endangered animals.Stop it."I just spoke (about conservation) last week in Singapore in an Asian forum which was held in cooperation with the Asian Conservation Awareness...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Most apartments offer guaranteed security system
Most apartments offer guaranteed security system JAKARTA (JP): Living in an apartment offers many conveniences and advantages. In addition to the convenient location of most apartments here, furnished and decorated residences are also available for short or long-term stays, with everything on hand...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
NOW SHOWING
NOW SHOWING Pasir Berbisik (Drama, 106 minutes). Starring Christine Hakim, Slamet Rahardjo, Dian Sastrowardoyo, Didi Petet, Desi Fitri. Directed by Nan T. Achnas.Pasir Berbisik (Whispering Sand) centers around the lives of a mother, Berlian (Christine), and her teenage daughter, Daya (Dian).
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Mega supports peaceful means for Aceh
Mega supports peaceful means for Aceh BANDA ACEH, Aceh (JP): In her first visit here since taking office last month, President Megawati Soekarnoputri publicly asked on Saturday for forgiveness from all Acehnese for the government's past mistakes and promised to resolve the decades- long problem in...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
No more 'pseudo government'
No more 'pseudo government'From Rakyat MerdekaThe result of the People's Consultative Assembly Special Session is evidence of guided democracy, with the swearing-in of Megawati Soekarnoputri as Indonesia's fifth President on July 23, 2001, and the appointment of Hamzah Haz as Vice President.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Rawa Permai: World of fantasy for children
Rawa Permai: World of fantasy for children LOPAID, Central Java (JP): Odd as it may seem, as cities have gotten bigger, places for children to play and enjoy themselves have gotten scarcer. There are fewer open places where children can be children, with seemingly every piece of ground in large...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Remove adware or 'spyware' features from your PC without pain
Remove adware or 'spyware' features from your PC without painBy Vishnu K. Mahmud JAKARTA (JP): There seems to be a new trend in computer software.In the old days (pre-1999), you could download software in the form of "shareware".
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
After the Revolution
After the RevolutionBy Jujur Prananto It had been his intention now for some time to return to his village and visit his aged mother as soon as he wrapped up his tour of several foreign countries.Over the last two months he had read news on the Internet and in newspapers, and heard on television...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Snapshot
SnapshotPhoto: CelebrationJP/Arief SuhardimanCELEBRATION TIME: Brazilian Ambassador to Indonesia Jadiel Ferreira de Oliveira (left) talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda during a reception marking Brazil's 179th Independence Day.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Medals tally
Medals tally KUALA LUMPUR (JP): Medals standing after the first day of competition on Saturday: G S B T Indonesia 2 1 1 4 Malaysia 2 1 0 3 Thailand 0 1 0 1 Singapore 0 1 0 1 Vietnam 0 0 2 2 Myanmar 0 0 1 1 Laos 0 0 0 0 Brunei 0 0 0 0 Philippines 0 0 0 0 Cambodia 0 0 0 0
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Indonesia gets a bye in tennis
Indonesia gets a bye in tennis KUALA LUMPUR (Agencies): Defending champion Thailand and the 1999 runner-up Indonesia were among six teams which received a first-round bye in the men's tennis competition at the 21st Southeast Asian Games here.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Minardi seeks tie up with Malaysia
Minardi seeks tie up with Malaysia KUALA LUMPUR (AP): Italian racecar maker Minardi and Malaysian car maker Proton are seeking a tie up to develop a Formula One racing engine, Minardi's chief Paul Stoddard was reported as saying Saturday.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
'TVRI' kicks up heels with 'Dansa Yo Dansa'
'TVRI' kicks up heels with 'Dansa Yo Dansa'By Tony Ryanto JAKARTA (JP): While public broadcaster TVRI may not have exactly been in the mood to dance a jig when it marked its 39th anniversary on Aug. 24, it's not all doom and gloom at the station.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Traveling through history in verse
Traveling through history in verse Dari Batavia Sampai Jakarta 1616-1999: Peristiwa Sejarah dan Kebudayaan Betawi-Jakarta dalam Sajak (From Batavia to Jakarta 1616-1999: Betawi-Jakarta Historical and Cultural Events in Verse); Zeffry J.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Where are our sports champions?
Where are our sports champions? The country marks National Sports Day on Sunday as most of its best athletes compete in the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Kuala Lumpur. Indonesia has consistently done well in the Games, but it is still struggling to produce international caliber champions.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Goat meat sellers bemoan toxoplasmosis health scare
Goat meat sellers bemoan toxoplasmosis health scare JAKARTA (JP): Goat meat and goat satay sellers have been experiencing tough times since the City Husbandry Agency revealed on Thursday the presence of toxoplasma bacteria in some goats slaughtered here.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Today's program
Today's program - Aquatics: Swimming, Aquatic Complex, Bukit JalilDiving/Syn. Diving, Aquatic Complex, Bukit Jalil - Badminton, Malawati Stadium, Shah Alam - Basketball, MABA/DBKL Basketball Stadium, KL - Billiard Snooker, Gym 1 MSN Bukit Jalil - Boxing, Dewan Center Court Paroi, Seremban -...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
[b]Saturday's Results:
Saturday's Results:Trap ShootingWomen's Team Final (75 targets): 1. Sarmunah, Sylvia Silimang, Supadmi (Ina) 188 2. Goh Chung Wei, Aihni Samat and Tan Poh Tian (Sin) 158 3. Hoang Thi Tuat, Dang Thi Thu Trang, Nguyen Thi Tuyet Mai (Vie) 158Trap ShootingWomen's Individual Final: 1.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
JP/ /ALLSON
JP/ /ALLSONAllson Classic Suites offer luxury and home conveniences If you are looking for pleasures from a combination of home convenience with classic environment, five-star hotel services, easy business and relaxation, the Classic Suites of the Allson Residence at Mitra Oasis are the most...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Hamzah insists on inclusion of Jakarta Chapter
Hamzah insists on inclusion of Jakarta Chapter JAKARTA (JP): United Development Party (PPP) Chairman Hamzah Haz insisted on Saturday that the inclusion of the Jakarta Chapter in the 1945 Constitution would not mean that the full implementation of Islamic law for Muslims would threaten other...
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Sarmunah dedicates gold medals to family, country
Sarmunah dedicates gold medals to family, country KUALA LUMPUR (JP): There is no bigger pressure for double gold medalist Sarmunah at the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games than leaving her beloved family for such a long time.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Pacific military meet set
Pacific military meet set KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Army chiefs of Pacific countries will gather in Kuala Lumpur next week to discuss security challenges and foster deeper cooperation in the new millennium, officials said on Saturday.
Sun, 09 Sep 2001
RI shooters bag first SEA Games medals
RI shooters bag first SEA Games medalsBy Novan Iman Santosa KUALA LUMPUR (JP): Indonesian women sharp shooters hit the target on the first day of Southeast Asian Games here on Saturday with a two-gold romp in the 75-target trap event.