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Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Susi wins World Cup for fifth time
Susi wins World Cup for fifth timeBy Primastuti Handayani YOGYAKARTA (JP): Defending champion Susi Susanti of Indonesia grabbed the women's singles title at the Sanyo World Cup badminton championships at Among Rogo sports hall here yesterday.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Kids Club to open school in town
Kids Club to open school in town JAKARTA (JP): An international English course for toddlers, the Kids Club, is due to open its first school in Indonesia next month.Marketing director of the Hampshire, England-based course, Elaine Hodgins, said Saturday the new Kids Club school on Jl.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Comics can be 'gateway' to regular reading
Comics can be 'gateway' to regular reading JAKARTA (JP): Comic books can stimulate children's interest in reading, experts said Saturday.Educator Henny Supolo Sitepu, cartoonist Dwi Koendoro, literary critics Sudjoko and Jaya Suprana discussed the effect of comics on children's reading interests...
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Move to reconcile E. Timorese families
Move to reconcile E. Timorese families JAKARTA (JP): A Portuguese business delegation has arrived to promote better understanding of their country, and facilitate the reconciliation of East Timorese families.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Share prices on JSX likely to remain volatile
Share prices on JSX likely to remain volatile JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) are expected to remain volatile this week due to continued uncertainty over rupiah and other Southeast Asian currencies, securities analysts and dealers said.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Building owners reject govt's plan to destroy fences
Building owners reject govt's plan to destroy fences JAKARTA (JP): Owners of high-rise buildings along Jl. M.H. Thamrin are demanding the city review its plan which will tear down fences between buildings to make the street "friendlier".
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
House threatens to delay COW deliberations
House threatens to delay COW deliberations JAKARTA (JP): House of Representatives' Commission VI for industry, mining, manpower and investment has threatened to delay deliberations on the seventh generation draft contracts of work (COWs) until the government has resolved the issue of the commission...
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Scorned by Malaysia
Scorned by MalaysiaFrom Forum KeadilanOur people, mainly workers, are often scorned in Malaysia.I often wonder what should be done about it without sacrificing the existing good relations between the two countries.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Small businesses get new center
Small businesses get new center JAKARTA (JP): Dharma Bhakti Astra Foundation, in cooperation with related government institutions and private firms, has established the country's first small business development center in Padang, West Sumatra.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
EVA Air urges Indonesia to open its skies wider
EVA Air urges Indonesia to open its skies wider TAIPEI (JP): EVA Air, Taiwan's second largest airline company, has urged Indonesia to open more of its air routes to foreign airlines in line with the Open Sky policy.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Jamu maker exports
Jamu maker exports JAKARTA (JP): Traditional jamu (herbal medicine) producer PT Sido Muncul receives Rp 300 million (US$111,000) per month in export earnings from other Association of Southeast Asian countries, the company's executive said.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Soros 'involved' in currency attacks
Soros 'involved' in currency attacks KUALA LUMPUR (Agencies): Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad says he is convinced that American billionaire hedge fund manager George Soros is the prime force behind the recent currency assault on Malaysia and several other Southeast Asian countries.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Chipcard Reader: Another security measure for your data
Chipcard Reader: Another security measure for your dataBy Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): First of all, some of you out there have been asking for my E-mail address. You have requested a much simpler way to share information with me. Okay.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
The end of monopolies?
The end of monopolies? Even as the rupiah was enduring relentless pressure, the surprise statement reached us about government plans to remove monopolies. The statement, made by the Coordinating Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance/Development Supervisor, Saleh Afiff, immediately sparked...
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Ramayana profits up 79%
Ramayana profits up 79% JAKARTA (JP): The owner and operator of Ramayana Department stores, PT Ramayana Lestari Sentosa, posted a 79 percent increase in net profit to Rp 61 billion (US$23.01 million) in the first semester this year from the corresponding period last year.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Fires leave hundreds homeless
Fires leave hundreds homeless BANDUNG: Fire broke out simultaneously in the districts of Lengkong and Cidadas here yesterday morning, destroying more than 40 houses and leaving hundreds homeless, Antara reported.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Danamon posts $57m in profit
Danamon posts $57m in profit JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed Bank Danamon has reported an unaudited Rp 154 billion (US$57 million) pre-tax profit for the first half of this year.The bank booked a Rp 281.2 billion net profit in 1996, up 57 percent on the previous year.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Burning issue
Burning issue I have a comment about the forest burning by some irresponsible people in Riau. I was deeply concerned and ashamed when I accompanied my European friend to visit Lake Toba, which was entirely covered with smoke originating from the forest fire.
Mon, 25 Aug 1997
Forensic experts' drug raid role get support
Forensic experts' drug raid role get support JAKARTA (JP): Forensic experts who assisted police in recent drug raids at popular night spots were not acting against the doctors' code of conduct, according to noted expert Mun'im Idris.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Cambodian royalist urges ASEAN cease-fire role
Cambodian royalist urges ASEAN cease-fire role CHONG CHOM PASS, Thailand (Reuter): The commander of royalist forces fighting to maintain control of a key stronghold in northwest Cambodia yesterday called for regional help to mediate and guarantee a cease-fire in the war-torn country.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Sarik dealers hunt for best buys
Sarik dealers hunt for best buys JAKARTA (JP): "We buy junk from you and sell antiques to you" is the life motto of the Sarik antique dealers on Jl. Ciputat Raya, not only in serving customers but also in surviving tough business times.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Anggun sings her way on ambitions of world fame
Anggun sings her way on ambitions of world fameBy Helly Minarti JAKARTA (JP): Go international are sacred words in the entertainment world. As "global market" becomes familiar terminology and brings a borderless world to mind, hitmakers in Indonesian music are setting their ambitious sights on...
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Wardiman inspects festival preparations
Wardiman inspects festival preparations TOKYO (JP): Indonesian Minister of Education and Culture Wardiman Djojonegoro arrived in Tokyo Friday morning to inspect preparation and the progress of the Indonesia-Japan Friendship Festival 1997.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Venues on track for KL games
Venues on track for KL games KUALA LUMPUR (AP): The main stadiums, swimming pool and athletes village for the Commonwealth Games to be held here next year will be completed ahead of schedule, the builder told Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad yesterday.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Malaysia bans Moslem men from bodybuilding
Malaysia bans Moslem men from bodybuilding KUALA LUMPUR (DPA): Malaysia's Sarawak state has banned Moslem men from participating in bodybuilding contests because they expose "forbidden" parts of their bodies, news reports said yesterday.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
When tour's home away from home
When tour's home away from home JAKARTA (JP): A few months ago my neighbor, Ibu Etty, asked me to accompany her on a tour to Europe, all expenses paid, hotel, airfare, three meals a day and city tours.It sounded like winning a lottery, so I immediately said yes.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Creativity key in surviving new TV times
Creativity key in surviving new TV timesBy Sirikit Syah SURABAYA (JP): These are cutthroat times in the TV business as the five privately-owned broadcasting stations vie for choice pieces of the advertising pie.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
TV today
TV todayTVRI 6:00 a.m. TVRI News 6:25 Morning News 6:45 Religious Teachings: Hikmah Pagi 7:15 Live Reports: Float Parade from Monas 9:30 TV Drama: Di Sekitar Kita 10:00 TVRI News 10:30 Children's Program: Arena Kami 11:30 Teenagers' Program: Temu Remaja 12:10 p.m.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Readings show spirit of independence
Readings show spirit of independenceBy Yenni Kwok JAKARTA (JP): Independence Day is more than a celebration of freedom from foreign rule. For those with creative minds, it also signifies freedom to express oneself.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Career women skirt traditional gender traps
Career women skirt traditional gender trapsBy Yogita Tahil Ramani JAKARTA (JP): Living true to their nurturer trademark, some career women take pride in exercising their soft skills as mediators and whispering important tidbits into the right ears.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Famous Ciputat antique showcase began small
Famous Ciputat antique showcase began smallBy Edith Hartanto Antique dealers on Jl. Ciputat Raya are holding a month-long fair to fete Indonesia's 52nd independence anniversary. The Jakarta Post talks to dealers about the ups and downs of the antique business, and about how this high street on the...
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Embattled AIDS poster girl fights on
Embattled AIDS poster girl fights onBy Cecilia Quiambao MANILA (JP): The sky is falling in fast for Sarah Jane Salazar, the brave, street-savvy AIDS poster girl of the Philippines who dared nurture love despite the stigma of the fatal disease.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Original 'Cosmo' girl Brown touts the beauty of sex
Original 'Cosmo' girl Brown touts the beauty of sexBy Dini S. Djalal JAKARTA (JP): Fun, fearless, female is the catchphrase for Kosmopolitan, the new magazine in town.Sounds familiar? It should, because Kosmopolitan, launched on Friday, is Indonesia's own Cosmopolitan, the groundbreaking U.S.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Boom or bust for TV stations
Boom or bust for TV stations Today marks a trio of TV birthdays as Televisi Republik Indonesia (TVRI) celebrates its 35th anniversary, Rajawali Citra Televisi Indonesia (RCTI) turns 9 and Surya Citra Televisi Indonesia (SCTV) is 8.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Robin Singh takes India to test lead
Robin Singh takes India to test lead COLOMBO (AFP): Robin Singh smashed his first one-day century and Mohammad Azharuddin completed 7,000 limited overs runs as India flayed new-look Sri Lanka for 291 for nine in the third and final one day international here yesterday.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Singing the traffic jam blues
Singing the traffic jam blues JAKARTA (JP): Getting trapped in traffic is no different from passing a kidney stone. It's painful but it's something you can't get out of.Blast the radio with music by Soundgarden or Nine Inch Nails in a vain effort to psyche you up, but the mellow tune of REM's...
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
The disabled unfriendly city
The disabled unfriendly city Every individual has the right to feel safe and at home in the city where they live. Whether the person belongs to the minority or the majority of the population, the ultimate goal of life is to be happy.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Digital television coming on stream
Digital television coming on streamBy I. Christianto JAKARTA (JP): You will soon be able to enjoy cinema view and compact disc sound on your television sets as local broadcasters are starting to embrace the latest digital technology.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Susi and Joko meet Chinese foes in Sanyo World Cup finals
Susi and Joko meet Chinese foes in Sanyo World Cup finalsBy Primastuti Handayani YOGYAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's Susi Susanti and Joko Suprianto square off against Chinese opponents in today's singles finals of the 1997 Sanyo World Cup badminton championship.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
An evening's delight with Indian rhapsody and dance
An evening's delight with Indian rhapsody and danceBy Yogita Tahil Ramani JAKARTA (JP): Eyeballs bulged in crazed wrath and a face contorted in disgust etched eminently beautiful characterizations of emotional disgust and turmoil.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Quizzes are hot ticket in intense TV ratings war
Quizzes are hot ticket in intense TV ratings warBy Listiana Operananta and Ivy Susanti JAKARTA (JP): Over the past few years, local TV stations have been cramming their program line ups with quizzes -- ranging from crossword puzzles to family games -- to draw viewers and lure potential advertisers.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Burhan sets course record for 1st title
Burhan sets course record for 1st title SURABAYA (JP): After struggling for three years on the professional circuit, Burhan Bora from Makasar Golf Club won the Prasidha East Java Open golf title by a stroke at the Ciputra Golf course here yesterday, setting a course record of 66 (33 33).
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Worker killed in fire
Worker killed in fire JAKARTA (JP): A fire on the fifth floor of the Pasaraya shopping center in Blok M, South Jakarta, killed a worker and seriously injured his younger brother yesterday.A South Jakarta fire brigade official, Tugimin, said Maman, 29, and his brother Oleh, 19, were inside an air...
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
How to govern humanely in a brave new world
How to govern humanely in a brave new world On Humane Governance: Toward a New Global Politics,By Richard Falk,The Pennsylvania State University Press, 1995288 pages JAKARTA (JP): This book focuses on governance and systems of governing, not governments.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
A souvenir from another place
A souvenir from another placeBy Ismet Fanany Minangkabau people have long talked of their tradition of leaving home to seek their fortunes or study in other provinces or even abroad.Gradute students from across world have studied the phenomenon.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Dubbing foreign films is not mere double-talk
Dubbing foreign films is not mere double-talkBy Lie Hua JAKARTA (JP): A film depicts a made-up representation of reality. It is not reality but derived from reality and speaks to viewers through a visual discourse. A good film is understood even in silence.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Buying antiques takes time in spotting fakes
Buying antiques takes time in spotting fakes JAKARTA (JP): No fail-safe rules prevail on how to buy antiques and, more importantly, how to spot a fake. Even the most seasoned dealers have fallen victim to paying high prices for top-notch reproductions and knockoffs.Rule of thumb is buyer beware.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Govt gives unclear signals on fate of broadcasting bill
Govt gives unclear signals on fate of broadcasting billBy Imanuddin JAKARTA (JP): The government's unprecedented decision to return the broadcasting bill to the House of Representatives (DPR) for further deliberation left many bewildered.Uncertainty is particularly pronounced among legislators. B.N.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
What they say about TV programs
What they say about TV programsBy Christiani S. Tumelap JAKARTA (JP): A variety of programs are screened by the seven local television stations. Some are cherished, while others are cursed. Five people from different walks of life shared their views on television programs with The Jakarta Post.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Grandmasters drub computers in AEGON
Grandmasters drub computers in AEGONBy Kristianus Liem JAKARTA (JP): The 12th AEGON Human versus Computer tournament in The Hague this April was another fine rendition of the annual event.Fifty of the world's very best computers were pitted against an assortment of human opponents, ranging from...