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Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Strict penalties needed to boost House performance
Strict penalties needed to boost House performanceKurniawan Hari, JakartaThe House of Representatives must introduce stern penalties to its internal regulations to deter legislators from skipping meetings and deliberations of bills, governance activists said on Tuesday, as the current House session...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Lecturer assailants get one year
Lecturer assailants get one yearTheresia Sufa, BogorThe Cibinong District Court sentenced on Wednesday the two assailants of Reny Chandriachsja Suwarso, a Social and Political Studies lecturer at the University of Indonesia, to a year in prison and a probationary period of 15 months each.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
1. MK: 2 LINES, 24 COUNTS
1. MK: 2 LINES, 24 COUNTS PNBK stripped of its only seat in the House 2. BALLOT: 2 LINES, 20 COUNTS Ballot printing wraps up, distribution almost over 3. PANWAS: 3 LINES, 14 COUNTS Campaigning breaches up in week two 4. MEGA: 2 LINES, 16 COUNTS KPU's ban threat on Mega up in the air 5.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Govt divides labor in Aceh recovery work
Govt divides labor in Aceh recovery workTiarma Siboro, JakartaThe government issued on Wednesday guidelines for the implementation of integrated operations in Aceh under a state of civil emergency, which restrict the governor's authority to power over local administrations.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Observers slam final exam formula
Observers slam final exam formulaThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Padang/KupangEducation observers say it is wrong to use the National Final Examinations (UAN) as a tool to calibrate the standard of national education and determine students' right to graduate.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Drug mule nabbed at airport
Drug mule nabbed at airportMulta Fidrus, TangerangA joint team of police and customs and excise officers foiled an attempt to smuggle a kilogram of shabu-shabu (crystal metamphetamine) onto a flight to Medan, North Sumatra, at the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
'Kancil' to replace 'bajaj'
'Kancil' to replace 'bajaj'From Koran TempoThe Jakarta administration has issued a license for the operation of kancil, public transport vehicles that will replace three-wheeled bajaj. According to Governor Sutiyoso, bajaj are already old and noisy.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Fair organizers upbeat in spite of election
Fair organizers upbeat in spite of electionDamar Harsanto, JakartaThe 2004 Jakarta Fair is likely to be less festive than last year, with fewer exhibitors signing up for the event possibly because of increased uncertainly resulting of the presidential elections.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
BP Migas to sign energy contracts next week
BP Migas to sign energy contracts next weekThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Oil and Gas Implementing Body (BP Migas) is scheduled to sign a number of energy contracts worth billions of dollars next week.Rachmat Sudibyo, the head of BP Migas said the contracts include a Memorandum of Understanding...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Bank Indonesia to set up credit information bureau
Bank Indonesia to set up credit information bureauTony Hotland, JakartaBank Indonesia (BI) is developing a credit information bureau to help the country's commercial banks obtain more comprehensive information about debtors and increase lending to the business sector.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Bus crew members support Amien Rais
Bus crew members support Amien Rais JAKARTA: Thousands of students from Muhammadiyah-run schools in Jakarta and hundreds of bus drivers and their assistants gathered on Wednesday at the East Jakarta headquarters of the Primajasa bus company, to declare their support for presidential candidate Amien...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Exclusivism and multiculturalism in Islamic society
Exclusivism and multiculturalism in Islamic societyAhmad Najib Burhani, Jakarta The issue of the implementation of sharia is not of much interest to Indonesian people, whether Muslims or non-Muslims. The April 5 legislative election results are the best proof of this statement.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Exam score conversion could produce dilettantes
Exam score conversion could produce dilettantesB. Herry-Priyono, Jakarta A recent sluggish Monday morning turned into a mental inferno as my cellular phone was barraged by a series of messages from acquaintances: The statistical conversion of the 2004 national final examination results had...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Sad songs mark Bagong's passing
Sad songs mark Bagong's passingSlamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post/Bantul, YogyakartaThe strains of the classical Javanese song Mega Mendung followed by the mournful Ayak-ayak Tlutur accompanied the solemn procession at the tranquil residence of seasoned choreographer Bagong Kussudiardjo in Kembaran...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Puskesmas fee to increase 7 fold
Puskesmas fee to increase 7 fold YOGYAKARTA: Yogyakarta Municipal Health Office plans to raise the administrative fee at community health centers (Puskesmas) in the city, in a bid to improve services to the public, an official said on Wednesday.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Papuans reach peace accord to end bloody tribal conflict
Papuans reach peace accord to end bloody tribal conflictNethy Dharma Somba, TimikaTwo conflicting tribes, the Damal and Nduga, in Papua province have agreed to end the bloody clashes that have killed two tribesmen on each side.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Jamaah Islamiyah exists in Indonesia, research reveals
Jamaah Islamiyah exists in Indonesia, research revealsSri Wahyuni, YogyakartaA study of terrorist network Jamaah Islamiyah (JI) has concluded that the network is an international one that includes Indonesia.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Toll project hangs in the balance
Toll project hangs in the balanceRendi A. Witular, Jakarta A giant toll road project stretching from the western tip of Java to the easternmost city on the island might not be completed as scheduled, as the Ministry of Finance seems reluctant to approve a pivotal loan facility for the project.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
GIBT
GIBT ACADEMIC COOPERATION: Charles Sturt University (CSU) of Australia and Gandhi Institute of Business and Technology (GIBT), Pasar Baru, Central Jakarta, signed an academic agreement on June 13. Under the agreement signed by Director International of CSU Robert Cochrane and Chairman of GIBT...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Government told to rein in retail expansion
Government told to rein in retail expansionZakki P. Hakim, JakartaThe government must limit the number of modern retailers in urban areas to protect traditional markets and shops, according to a top official of PD Pasar Jaya, which operates traditional markets in Jakarta.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Woman or unbeliever for president?
Woman or unbeliever for president?From Media Indonesia Recent newspaper and TV reports have made me feel uncomfortable as a housewife and a Muslim to know that some clerics are still so narrow-minded that they view the gender issue in such a simplistic way.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Asia to lead recovery in commercial satellite launches: Arianespace
Asia to lead recovery in commercial satellite launches: ArianespaceAgence France-Presse, Singapore Asia will lead a global recovery in the commercial satellite market as the region's telecommunications giants scramble to have their own relay stations launched into orbit, European industry...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Poso girls speak out on abuse by officers
Poso girls speak out on abuse by officersRuslan Sangadji, Palu, Central SulawesiHundreds of local girls in Poso regency have experienced trauma and abuse after coming into contact with military and police officers deployed here from other areas of the country over the last four years.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
PPATK, police sign agreement
PPATK, police sign agreement JAKARTA: In an effort to curb money laundering, the Financial Transaction and Report Analysis Center (PPATK) signed on Wednesday a memorandum of understanding on money laundering prevention and eradication with the National Police.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
1. MART -- 1 x 52
1. MART -- 1 x 52 RI Performing Arts Mart links local artists to the world 2. AIR -- 2 x 38 Australian Airlines to mark first anniversary of direct flights to Bali
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, June 17, 2004
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, June 17, 2004.TB.30" 1.0" Exhibitions* Painting The Alchemy of Asia by Pablo Gentile, at Gaya Fusion of Senses, Jl. Raya Sayan Ubud (Tel. 0361 979252), until July 20. * Photo: A Memory of Images by Gill Marais, at Ganesha Gallery, Four Season Resort Bali, Jimbaran...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Try offers himself middleman
Try offers himself middlemanEva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta Former chairman of the Indonesian Badminton Association (PBSI) Try Sutrisno has offered to mediate in a conflict between the association's regional chapters and the central board, a PBSI official said.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
RI to hold workshop on rights mechanism
RI to hold workshop on rights mechanismThe Jakarta Post, JakartaIndonesia -- the current chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) -- and the Regional Working Group for an ASEAN Human Rights Mechanism will host a workshop to identify actions and steps toward the realization of an...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Hero to open more stores amid competition
Hero to open more stores amid competitionThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Publicly listed retailer PT Hero Supermarket said on Wednesday it planned to budget some Rp 200 billion (US$21 million) this year to open additional hypermarkets and stores in order to compete with other giant retailers.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
RI Performing Arts Mart links artists to the world
RI Performing Arts Mart links artists to the worldWahyoe Boediwardhana, Nusa Dua, BaliIndonesian artistes were given an opportunity to showcase their work in the second Indonesian Performing Arts Mart (IPAM) at Nusa Dua Beach Hotel, Nusa Dua resort, and Arma Museum, Ubud, Gianyar, which ended on...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
House set to ratify Kyoto Protocol
House set to ratify Kyoto Protocol JAKARTA: After hearing from various sources, the House of Representatives and the government will begin discussing on Thursday a plan to ratify the Kyoto Protocol.Effendi Choirie, deputy chairman of House Commission I for foreign affairs, said on Wednesday State...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
[b]Government declares end
Government declares end of dengue fever outbreak 2. DPRD (1 x 32)Corruption rampant among councillors3. House (3 x 16) Strict penalties needed to boost House performance4. Bagong ( 1 x 33 )Bagong Kussudiardjo dies, aged 75
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Campaign rule breaches increase in second week
Campaign rule breaches increase in second weekM. Taufiqurrahman, JakartaIn the second week of the month-long presidential campaign, the Election Supervisory Committee (Panwaslu) recorded an increase in the number of violations committed by all presidential candidates.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Zakii brings out the old Bali icons
Zakii brings out the old Bali iconsBambang Asrini Widjanarko, Contributor/JakartaBali has long attracted artists from all over the world and their stays -- fleeting or permanent -- have contributed to the development of the fine arts on the island.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Lecturers reluctant to do research
Lecturers reluctant to do research JAKARTA: The country's lack of a scientific culture has resulted in little research being done by universities, especially those in eastern Indonesia, a university rector said on Wednesday.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Megawati's daughter supports her mom
Megawati's daughter supports her mom BATAM, Riau: Puan Maharani, the daughter of presidential candidate Megawati Soekarnoputri, called on Muslim women here on Wednesday to support the presidential bid of Megawati, the only female candidate in the upcoming election.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Government declares end of dengue fever outbreak, lifts alert status
Government declares end of dengue fever outbreak, lifts alert statusSari P. Setiogi, JakartaThe government declared the dengue fever outbreak over and lifted the red alert status in 12 provinces, as the prevalence rate had decreased to a baseline level.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Mercedes-Benz opens collection shop
Mercedes-Benz opens collection shop JAKARTA: Instead of going to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Collection Shop at Changi Airport in Singapore, the German carmaker's die-hard fans can now expand their collections at a new shop opened on the ground floor of Pasaraya Grande in South Jakarta.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
1. BATAM 1x30
1. BATAM 1x30 Mursidi, living witness to tragedy 2. BUSH 1x40Bush twins set to join U.S. election campaign 3. GUESS1 1x30Arnie back on screen as playboy4. GUESS2 1x30 Alanis Morissette gets engaged
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Light damage delays Wiranto visit
Light damage delays Wiranto visit JAYAPURA, Papua: The lights of the Sentani National Airport landing strip went out on Wednesday, forcing presidential candidate Wiranto and his running mate Solahuddin Wahid to delay a visit to the country's easternmost province.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
* Exam score conversion could produce dilettantes Page 2
* Exam score conversion could produce dilettantes Page 2 * Government declares end of dengue fever outbreak Page 4 * Poso girls speak out on abuse by officers Page 5 * Exclusivism and multiculturalism in Islamic society Page 7 * Internet, SMS help school admissions Page 8 * Shiite cleric signals...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
JP/1/GAM
JP/1/GAMEfforts to bring GAM leaders to trial ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 2001 September A government envoy meets with Swedish officials to ask the latter to take legal action against Hasan di Tiro and others for instigating armed rebellion in Aceh.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
TV Program: Thursday, June 17, 2004
TV Program: Thursday, June 17, 2004 .TB.30" .90"TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi7:00 Children Show Pentas Ceria8:30 Music: Asyik-Asyik10:00 Talk Show: Wirausaha11:00 Singing Contest: Konteswara12:00 p.m.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Australian Airlines to mark first anniversary of direct flights to Bali
Australian Airlines to mark first anniversary of direct flights to BaliDewi Anggraeni, Contributor/MelbourneFor travellers, the news that Australian Airlines plans to celebrate the first anniversary of its direct flights to Denpasar at the end of this month immediately gives rise to gleeful hopes...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
SLK 200, Viano hit Indonesia's roads
SLK 200, Viano hit Indonesia's roadsPrimastuti Handayani and Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, JakartaJakarta's poor roads and driving conditions have apparently not deterred sports car fans from purchasing one to complete their automotive collection.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Rebels' detention may be UN-based
Rebels' detention may be UN-basedFabiola Desy Unidjaja and Tiarma Siboro, JakartaThe detention of two Aceh rebel leaders in Sweden may have been based on a UN resolution requiring member states to take action against anyone that threatens the territorial integrity of states.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Mangrove suspects' dossiers submitted
Mangrove suspects' dossiers submitted JAKARTA: The dossiers of three suspects in a mangrove felling case were submitted to the Jakarta Prosecutor's Office early this week, Jakarta Police spokesman Sr. Comr. Prasetyo said on Wednesday.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Valuair to fly to Jakarta
Valuair to fly to Jakarta JAKARTA: Indonesia has settled a landing rights dispute with Singapore's budget airline Valuair, allowing it to begin flights to Jakarta, an official said Wednesday."Indonesia's air regulators have granted landing rights to Valuair and they should be able to start their...
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Foreign policy issues in presidential election
Foreign policy issues in presidential electionShafiah Fifi Muhibat, Jakarta As campaigns for the July 5 presidential election escalate, candidates fiercely compete for attention. Ideas have been raised, policies have been proposed, and promises have been made.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004
Our sorry state of education
Our sorry state of education Ever since its inception, controversy has bedeviled the government's system of evaluating the progress and learning achievements of students in Indonesian junior and senior high schools.