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Six countries gear up for Asian Cup

Six countries gear up for Asian Cup JAKARTA (JP): Six countries are gearing up for the fourth Asian Cup Baseball Championship at the Bung Karno Baseball Stadium in Senayan, Central Jakarta.They are Hongkong, Malaysia, Pakistan, Thailand, Uzbekistan and host Indonesia.

'Unfair' ruling in taekwondo c'ships

'Unfair' ruling in taekwondo c'ships JAKARTA (JP): Central Java taekwondo supporters broke into the arena following a judgment on the third day of the second LG Cup Taekwondo National Championships at Bung Karno Tennis Indoor Stadium in Senayan, Central Jakarta.

How to keep yourself safe from bombs

How to keep yourself safe from bombs JAKARTA (JP): Here are some tips from Bill Glenwright of security consultancy firm, Hill and Associates, and the Indonesia Peace Forum's information center on how to avoid getting caught in a bomb-related sticky situation or getting out of it when you suddenly...

Local theater offers ample action, thriller and comedy

Local theater offers ample action, thriller and comedy JAKARTA (JP): It's Sunday. You'll probably have more time for yourself. Why don't you spend your holiday seeing your favorite movies at local theaters? Before you decide where to go, The Jakarta Post's contributor Joko E.

Tutut to come to Attorney General's Office on Monday

Tutut to come to Attorney General's Office on Monday JAKARTA (JP): Former president Soeharto's eldest daughter Siti Hardiyanti "Tutut" Rukmana, a suspect in a corruption case concerning a US$306 million project, will come to the Attorney General's Office on Monday, her lawyer said on Saturday.

Sartono: History provides a sense of collective identity

Sartono: History provides a sense of collective identityBy Tjahjono Ep. YOGYAKARTA (JP): As the threat of national disintegration looms, this nation must reinforce its national identity. This identity must be spelled out in the context of the nation's collective life through the different stages of...

President to visit Australia

President to visit Australia It seems unnatural if relations between neighboring countries, like Indonesia and Australia, both with a different, if not contrasting background of civilizations, remain even.

Refugees' fee stolen

Refugees' fee stolen TUAL, Maluku (JP): Humanitarian activists slammed on Saturday the Social Welfare Agency in Southeast Maluku for allegedly swindling approximately Rp 698 million (US$73,500) in meal allowances which were supposed to have been distributed to refugees in the strife-torn regency.

Canadian charity lends helping hand in Solor

Canadian charity lends helping hand in SolorBy Maria Kegel VANCOUVER (JP): Miracles do happen and one place they have is on the remote island of Solor in East Flores.When a devastating drought destroyed 98 percent of farmers' crops and threatened the lives of 13 feuding communities two years ago,...

Forget the bomb scares, just hope the hydrants work

Forget the bomb scares, just hope the hydrants work The recent spate of bombings in Jakarta and other major cities has not only cast doubt on the police's ability to deal with terrorist attacks but also made the public wonder where the next target will be.

Where to go in Jakarta:

Where to go in Jakarta: Exhibitions * Iranian Arts, National Museum, Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat 12, Central Jakarta, until Feb. 22. Contact 331378 for more information. * Photo: Indonesian Press Photo Service's (Ipphos) photos (1945 - 1950), I See Gallery, The Polish cultural center, Jl.

Unified Messaging Service: Another form of virtual office?

Unified Messaging Service: Another form of virtual office? JAKARTA (JP): How do we communicate? Let us count the ways. We communicate face-to-face, through letters, or by using telecommunications technologies such as the telegraph, telex, telephone, fax, pager, cell phone, e-mail or short message...

'The Nutcracker', a real treat for ballet lovers

'The Nutcracker', a real treat for ballet loversBy Tri Hafiningsih JAKARTA (JP): Classical ballet performances have been rare events in the last few years. So The Nutcracker, performed here last weekend at Taman Ismail Marzuki, was a real treat for ballet fans.

Marlev to play for Japanese club

Marlev to play for Japanese club JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's world number eight Marlev Mainaky will play for a Japanese club soon but will still represent his native country in international competitions.

'I want to be like Mother Theresa'

'I want to be like Mother Theresa' Dorce Gamalama has looked at life from both sides now -- and likes it better as a woman. The country's most famous transsexual is also known for a full-range singing voice and a ribald humor.

Exploring Yogyakarta's alternative galleries

Exploring Yogyakarta's alternative galleriesBy Bodewyn Brands YOGYAKARTA (JP): Although Yogyakarta is the home of the National Art Academy, and with about 80 universities a center of art and education in Indonesia, there are not many galleries where one can see what artists produce today.

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 Talk Show 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 6:00 Student's Program 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Film...

Islam and democratization in Indonesia

Islam and democratization in Indonesia Civil Islam, Muslims and Democratization in Indonesia; Robert W. Hefner; Published by Princeton University Press, 2000; Paperback, 286 pp. JAKARTA (JP): The fall of president Soeharto in 1998, as many believe, marks the beginning of democracy in Indonesia.

Indonesia told not to sever relations with IMF

Indonesia told not to sever relations with IMF JAKARTA (JP): President Abdurrahman Wahid's foreign economic advisers urged the government on Saturday not to sever ties with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) despite complaints that the institution was pressing too hard for reform.

Highlights of law on safety in public places

Highlights of law on safety in public places JAKARTA (JP): Safety measures for public places in the capital are dealt with in City Bylaw No. 3 of 1992 on Fire Prevention.The bylaw also contains technical guidelines regarding the installation of fire equipment and emergency facilities.

Learning longevity from Pak Citro

Learning longevity from Pak CitroText by Budi Sardjono, photos by Slamet Riyadi JAKARTA (JP): Normally, people want to live long lives, especially if they believe life is beautiful.They do everything to stay fit and retain youthful. Many regularly take jamu (herbal medicines) or food supplements.

What's a sweet boy doing in this place?

What's a sweet boy doing in this place?By Aida Greenbury JAKARTA (JP): So there was Sarah, killing her after-office hours one Friday night. She was standing across a pool table in a Blok M sports bar, feeling bored to death after watching her male buddies amuse themselves around the sacred green...

Arroyo seeks greater support

Arroyo seeks greater support BAGUIO, Philippines (AFP): Philippine President Gloria Arroyo on Saturday handed out more benefits to the military while appealing for greater support amid uncertainty over her prospective choices for defense secretary and military chief of staff.

Expectations high for new accord on Aceh

Expectations high for new accord on Aceh JAKARTA (JP): Director general of political affairs at the Foreign Ministry Nur Hassan Wirajuda expressed high expectation over the success of the new accord to reduce violence signed by representatives of the Indonesian government and the Free Aceh Movement...

Music festival for peace

Music festival for peace JAKARTA (JP): A series of events, including a concert, will kick off in the Senayan east parking lot, Central Jakarta, Sunday, featuring, among others, musician Sawung Djabo, poet WS Rendra, and bands such as BIP and /rif.

Flowers in the heart of painter Pande Ketut Taman

Flowers in the heart of painter Pande Ketut TamanBy Amir Sidharta JAKARTA (JP): What have we achieved in this period of reformasi? While little progress has been achieved, much has deteriorated. We are so easily pitted against each other; divided, disunited and disintegrated.

Bare necessities and big spending in East Timor

Bare necessities and big spending in East TimorBy Text and photos by Ati Nurbaiti DILI (JP): The big, tipsy man on the plane said he was to start a seven week vacation in Bali. Before the spirits garbled his tongue he managed to say he was from New Zealand and was supervising a building renovation...

Honey, IT just shrunk the globe

Honey, IT just shrunk the globe JAKARTA (JP): In just a matter of decades, the technology has virtually shrunk the globe. Everything seems to be within reach nowadays.Put a tiny house-for-sale advertisement on the web, and soon enough offers will come flooding in.

Chang's visual journey: Asia in watercolors

Chang's visual journey: Asia in watercolorsBy Reita I. Malaon JAKARTA (JP): Born in the small town of Terengganu in Malaysia, the artist Chang Fee Ming is now known as one of Asia's finest watercolorists. In the beginning, he painted the life of the Malay villagers among whom he lived.

Bonzan safeguards Cirebon pottery

Bonzan safeguards Cirebon potteryBy Emmy Fitri Hastuti JAKARTA (JP): Fame and prosperity have never entered the mind of noted ceramic artist Bonzan Eddy Rochasli Adisetyo.For Bonzan, leading a modest life helping traditional ceramic producers and potential young artists achieve their dream is much...

Drivers left traumatized by Jakarta Stock Exchange bombing

Drivers left traumatized by Jakarta Stock Exchange bombingBy Maria Endah Hulupi JAKARTA (JP): Last September's bombing of the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) building has inflicted deep trauma on many people who use the building, especially drivers.

Emmy Pratiwi's extraordinary success story

Emmy Pratiwi's extraordinary success story YOGYAKARTA (JP): It is always exciting to see beautiful Indonesian-made items in shops overseas, displayed elegantly alongside famous-name products. It is even more exciting tracing some of these items back to their source.

Kenzo flirts with red poppy flowers

Kenzo flirts with red poppy flowers JAKARTA (JP): Kenzo, a giant name in the fashion world, has just launched its new fragrance: Flower by Kenzo.With a price tag of between Rp 245,000, for a 30-milliliter bottle, and Rp 460,000, for a 100ml bottle, this soft and feminine fragrance is Kenzo's latest...

'Pusaka Anak Nusantara' offers alternative show for children

'Pusaka Anak Nusantara' offers alternative show for childrenBy Hera Diani JAKARTA (JP): Move over Crayon Sinchan, you've got a rival! For parents who are worried with the less than educative show, or those who are unaware that the Japanese animation is actually for adults, there is now an...

Indonesian television stations in selling spree

Indonesian television stations in selling spreeBy Antariksawan Jusuf JAKARTA (JP): A move by front runner in terrestrial television, PT Indosiar Visual Mandiri (IVM), to be the first Indonesian station to go public in March is considered a giant leap in the industry, but poses a serious challenge...

Anti-elite protest mars VP visit

Anti-elite protest mars VP visit YOGYAKARTA (JP): Twelve students were arrested by Yogyakarta Police on Saturday following a protest against the political elite to mark the visit of Vice President Megawati Soekarnoputri to the Gedung Agung on Jl. Ahmad Yani here in the afternoon.

Beggars; What is the proper response?

Beggars; What is the proper response? JAKARTA (JP): There are some sights that one can never properly get used to. In my case, it is the sight of leper- beggars, limbs twisted, digits stunted, eyes rolling heavenward pleadingly as they hunch or lie on the ground at intersections in Jakarta.

A traveler's tale: East Timorese learn to be free

A traveler's tale: East Timorese learn to be free JAKARTA (JP): A free country means no more hiding, no more running and no need to keep your identity a secret from family and friends for fear an informant, or mauhu, may report you to the authorities.

PSSI finds it hard to set up a women's soccer team

PSSI finds it hard to set up a women's soccer team JAKARTA (JP): The Soccer Association of Indonesia (PSSI)'s women's soccer team manager, Poppy Salim, expressed difficulty in finding new talents for the national team."It's difficult to find a woman who wants to play soccer.

Set limit on borrowing by regions: IMF

Set limit on borrowing by regions: IMF JAKARTA (Agencies): The IMF on Friday reported some progress in negotiations with Indonesia on key issues holding up fresh loans since late last year, but repeated calls for curbs on direct borrowing by newly empowered regions.

Three suspects named in attack

Three suspects named in attack JAKARTA (JP): Police officially declared on Friday three suspects among the seven people arrested in connection with Wednesday's attack on the City Council building.City Police Detectives chief Sr. Comr. Hary Montolalu said the suspects, identified as S.O.

Heavier sanctions sought for illegal fishing

Heavier sanctions sought for illegal fishing JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries is working on a revision of the fisheries law that will emphasize stronger sanctions on illegal maritime activities, minister Sarwono Kusumaatmadja said on Friday.

Palm oil market ends mixed

Palm oil market ends mixed KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Malaysia's palm oil futures were mixed by the close on Friday with technical covering helped prices rebound from recent losses.The new benchmark third-month May futures contract eased one ringgit to 709 ringgit ($186.

Estrada offers to go quietly, with conditions

Estrada offers to go quietly, with conditions MANILA (Agencies): Ousted Philippine leader Joseph Estrada has offered to go quietly if the Supreme Court rules he is still president, his lawyer said on Friday.

W. Java dominates taekwondo c'ships by winning three golds

W. Java dominates taekwondo c'ships by winning three golds JAKARTA (JP): Defending champion West Java dominated the second day of the second LG Cup Taekwondo National Championships by grabbing three golds on Friday at the Bung Karno tennis indoor stadium, leaving the fourth to Central Sulawesi.

Reasonable solution for regional conflicts

Reasonable solution for regional conflictsBy Kwon Yule-jung SEOUL: The Philippines is still embroiled in internal disputes over the legitimacy of the succeeding president, Arroyo, after her predecessor, Estrada, was stripped of power due to corruption scandals.

Imelda Marcos opens shoe shrine

Imelda Marcos opens shoe shrine MANILA (Reuters): Former First Lady Imelda Marcos, the world's most notorious shoe collector, opened a museum in the Philippines on Friday dedicated to footwear and boosting tourism.

Various events set for city birthday

Various events set for city birthday JAKARTA (JP): Governor Sutiyoso said on Friday Jakarta's 474th anniversary celebration should boost tourism in the capital.Sutiyoso said he had suggested to Deputy Governor for Government Affairs Abdul Kahfi, who chairs the event's organizing committee, to...

Renovation of HI traffic circle to finish this year

Renovation of HI traffic circle to finish this year JAKARTA (JP): Governor Sutiyoso plans to complete renovations to the Hotel Indonesia traffic circle on the busy Jl. M.H. Thamrin in Central Jakarta this year amid serious concerns expressed by various parties, including the sculptor who built the...

Sulawesi Energy, PLN reach deal on power plant

Sulawesi Energy, PLN reach deal on power plant JAKARTA (JP): State electricity company PT PLN and independent power producer (IPP) Sulawesi Energy Pty Ltd have reached a long- term agreement to reduce power tariffs at the Sengkang power plant in Sulawesi, the IPP's shareholder Energy Equity...