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Mon, 25 Oct 1999
Salim's land halts bridge construction
Salim's land halts bridge construction TANGERANG (JP): The construction of a bridge crossing the Cisadane river has stopped due to a problem in the appropriation process of a plot of land belonging to the country's former top tycoon Sudono Salim, alias Liem Sioe Liong, an official said on Sunday.
Mon, 25 Oct 1999
Gunmen burn hotel in Aceh
Gunmen burn hotel in Aceh BANDA ACEH, Aceh: An unidentified armed group set alight Hotel Meutia and three fire engines belonging to fertilizer producer PT Pupuk Iskandar Muda in North Aceh on Sunday, Antara reported.Maj.
Mon, 25 Oct 1999
Xanana pays visit on independence fighters
Xanana pays visit on independence fighters JAKARTA (JP): Independence leader Jose Alexandre "Xanana" Gusmao wept openly on Sunday as the East Timorese guerrillas who struggled for over two decades against Indonesian rule welcomed him home with celebrations and tears of their own.
Mon, 25 Oct 1999
Irawati fails to win Circuit tennis
Irawati fails to win Circuit tennis JAKARTA (JP): Irawati Iskandar of Indonesia failed to capture the singles title at the US$10,000 Indonesia Women's Circuit 4 tennis tournament after falling to Suchanan Viratpraseth of Thailand 4-6, 1-6 in the final at the Danamon Tennis Center in Kemayoran,...
Mon, 25 Oct 1999
Megawati's rise offers hope for women
Megawati's rise offers hope for womenBy Nori Andriyani JAKARTA (JP): When Megawati Soekarnoputri announced her intention to run for the presidency this writer was filled with joy in anticipation that she could be the vehicle to bring about changes for women.
Mon, 25 Oct 1999
Social visit visa
Social visit visa I am a foreigner married to an Indonesian woman and here on a social visit visa with a maximum validity period of six months. Recently I had to leave Indonesia and my family against my will, because my visa was no longer renewable. I had to go abroad to apply for a new visa.
Mon, 25 Oct 1999
Jakarta's double act
Jakarta's double act Peace should return to the streets of Indonesia now that the "mother of the nation", Megawati Sukarnoputri, has been elected vice-president in Abdurrahman Wahid's government.Once little more than a symbolic position, the post must be regarded as pivotal, given the five-year...
Mon, 25 Oct 1999
President attends Hindu mass prayer
President attends Hindu mass prayer DENPASAR, Bali (JP): President Abdurrahman Wahid and his wife Sinta Nuriyah attended a Hindu mass prayer here on Sunday, which was seen as an illustration of his concern for religious harmony in the country."In my opinion, all religions are the same.
Mon, 25 Oct 1999
Suparwati wins Bali half marathon race
Suparwati wins Bali half marathon race JAKARTA (JP): Suparwati of Banyuwangi, East Java won the women's half-marathon race in Sanur, Bali on Sunday.Suparwati, who comes from the East Java Indonesian Athletics Amateur Association's (PASI) regional office, finished the 21 kilometer race with the...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Kempinski Apartments give security, luxury
Kempinski Apartments give security, luxury With the glut of apartments hugging the city's main streets, prospective residents may feel that there is little to choose between the apartments on offer, particularly the ivory towers of luxury units.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Dickenson cooks up recipe for successful entertaining
Dickenson cooks up recipe for successful entertainingBy Maria Kegel JAKARTA (JP): Canadian author Margaret H. Dickenson has lived in far-flung spots around the world but she felt right at home returning to Jakarta last week.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Mahaka SM follows Aspac in pursuit of final berth
Mahaka SM follows Aspac in pursuit of final berth BANDUNG (JP): Mahaka Satria Muda (SM) joined the favorites, and champions, Aspac in pursuit of the final berths on Saturday, after defeating Citra Satria Pelita (CSP) 58-57 on the last day of the 1999 A Mild Kobatama National Basketball League's...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Baligate whistle-blower deals with the fallout
Baligate whistle-blower deals with the fallout JAKARTA (JP): Banking analyst Pradjoto must be the envy of people who fight a continuing battle against weight gain. He has shed eight kilograms in the past three months, but it was not on purpose."I weighed 60 kilograms, but now it's 52 kilograms.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
From students and people's movement
From students and people's movementFrom Rakyat MerdekaOn behalf of the "student and people movement toward a New Indonesia", I hereby express my great thanks for the publication of our series of messages.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Patience required to make traditional Javanese weapon
Patience required to make traditional Javanese weaponBy Ahmad Solikhan YOGYAKARTA (JP): Three men stood around the furnace holding iron bars and chanting a mantra. Their hammers rang out as they came down on the glowing iron bars with a clanging sound.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Social criticism's role in contemporary art
Social criticism's role in contemporary artBy Chandra Johan JAKARTA (JP): The history of Indonesian art is also the history of Indonesian society. Since the birth of Indonesian modern art in the 1930s, social criticism and the problem of social struggle have become a part of the discourse that is...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Stunning Dieng plateau, tranquil atmosphere of heaven
Stunning Dieng plateau, tranquil atmosphere of heavenBy R. Agus Bakti WONOSOBO, Central Java (JP): Dieng in Central Java is known for its plateau, the tourist attraction famed for its cool weather and magnificent views of mountains hugging its flanks.Stunning panoramas are not the only attractions.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Get what you paid for in your apartment
Get what you paid for in your apartment There are rich pickings to be scooped up at present as apartment prices plummet.Expatriates and locals are turning to the comfort and convenience of apartment living, which offers the added selling point of security following the past year's numerous unrests.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Professionals take a stand at the JSX
Professionals take a stand at the JSXBy Ati Nurbaiti JAKARTA (JP): The crowd which arrived at the lobby of the Jakarta Stock Exchange last week did not look much different than the dealers inside in their blazers and ties. But they had clearly come with a different intention.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
President visits his hometown
President visits his hometown JOMBANG, East Java (JP): President Abdurrahman Wahid said here on Saturday that Vice President Megawati Soekarnoputri would for the moment handle problems relating to Ambon, Irian Jaya and Riau.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Tenants say why they love apartment living
Tenants say why they love apartment living Living in an apartment remains a strange concept to many Indonesians, who would rather have their feet securely on the ground in a home of their own.Some of their concerns include a lack of privacy and a fear of cramped space, especially because of...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Kuningan Apartments: Luxury and location combine
Kuningan Apartments: Luxury and location combine Jakarta's traffic problems are notorious, often culminating in huge jams on the city's main arteries. Combine these with a "demonstration season", which is showing no signs of ending, and the journey to and from work can be a lengthy and frustrating...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Kanaya Tabitha climbs the stairs of fame
Kanaya Tabitha climbs the stairs of fameBy Agni Amorita JAKARTA (JP): Kanaya Tabitha only needs a year to be called one of the hottest designers in town."I started this business in October 1998," she said.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Shopping at 'Sogo Jongkok' gains popularity
Shopping at 'Sogo Jongkok' gains popularityBy Stevie Emilia JAKARTA (JP): It's a usual hectic day in Tanah Abang market in Central Jakarta. But on Sunday morning, a line of expensive cars and scores of fashionable customers bring a different atmosphere to the market.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
People's views, expectations of President Abdurrahman
People's views, expectations of President Abdurrahman JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia entered a new stage in its history with the election of its fourth President: controversial Muslim scholar Abdurrahman Wahid.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Executive Menteng Apartments: Jakarta luxury living
Executive Menteng Apartments: Jakarta luxury living Minutes from the Central Business District but a world away from the hustle and bustle of the busy streets of Jakarta, the five-star Executive Menteng Apartments offer an oasis of luxury living for Jakarta's most discerning residents.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Xanana assures release of Indonesian Army captain
Xanana assures release of Indonesian Army captain DILI, East Timor (JP): East Timor independence leader Jose Alexandre "Xanana" Gusmao promised on Saturday to release an Indonesian Army captain, who has been held in captive since Sept. 7, soon.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Thousands of students hold fresh protests in Makassar
Thousands of students hold fresh protests in Makassar MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi (JP): Thousands of students from various universities here flocked to the streets again on Saturday and tore down the national flag at several strategic locations, including Hasanuddin International airport, Makassar...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Is there any cure for a sick society?
Is there any cure for a sick society? JAKARTA (JP): We Indonesians like to eat with our fingers. Eating with our fingers may seem a little bit barbaric to some who prefer to eat with a fork and spoon. My friend Hans even thinks that just eating with a fork and spoon is not enough, because for him,...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Gallery teaches children about the beauty of art
Gallery teaches children about the beauty of artBy Mehru Jaffer JAKARTA (JP): There is always some hustle and bustle, but it is not a bazaar. It is not quite a restaurant, but people meet here and eat. No, it is not a school either, although much learning goes on here.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
TV today
TV todayTVRI 6:00 a.m. Morning News 7:00 Health and Fresh 8:00 Children's Program 9:30 Cooking Program 10:00 Music 11:00 TV Drama 12:15 p.m. Comedy 1:00 TV Series 2:30 Children's Song 3:00 Sports 4:00 Regional News 4:30 Religious Teachings 5:00 Documentary 5:30 TV Drama 6:00 Sports 6:30 News (in...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Borobudur tops list of places to spend New Year
Borobudur tops list of places to spend New Year YOGYAKARTA (JP): Millennium Night Borobudur 2000 is probably only one of numerous year-end celebrations offered throughout the world. Yet it is this event that the future of Yogyakarta's tourism industry could depend on.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Spotlight
SpotlightPhoto A: SheratonSheraton Mustika YogyakartaMILLENNIUM BARTENDER: Dressed in a millennium-style outfit, bartender Arief Budy H (right) of Sheraton Mustika Yogyakarta shows off his bar tending skills while two dancers cheer him on.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Regional discontent threatens unity
Regional discontent threatens unity JIMBARAN, Bali (JP): Rising regional discontent and anti- military sentiments are two major issues that President Abdurrahman Wahid's new government must address to prevent the nation from disintegrating, military observers and experts said on Saturday.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Architect turns to coconut wood for making furniture
Architect turns to coconut wood for making furnitureBy Bambang Tiong YOGYAKARTA (JP): Creativity can lead to a potential gold mine. An architect from Bantul district, Yogyakarta has proved this to be true.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
What is it about Jakarta's international airport?
What is it about Jakarta's international airport?By Michael Upton JAKARTA (JP): Unlike some people, I quite enjoy traveling by air. I generally find the cabin crew helpful and friendly, I like the in-flight magazines, the uninterrupted supply of drinks and I quite like the food too, if I try not to...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
'Indigenous Chile' reveals a close link with Asia
'Indigenous Chile' reveals a close link with AsiaBy Rita A. Widiadana JAKARTA (JP): Running along the southwest coast of South America to the tip of the continent facing Antarctica, Chile is a remote country for most Asians.
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Rest and Relax at Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Towers
Rest and Relax at Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Towers Escape to the tranquility of Bandung at the Sheraton Bandung Hotel & Towers. Laze around our lagoon swimming pool and pamper yourself at our Spa with our Rest & Relax Package priced at Rp 450,000 (subject to 21 percent government tax and service...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Guess What?
Guess What? Film director Garin Nugroho appeared overjoyed when attending a conference on Oral Traditions and Regional Languages at Taman Ismail Marzuki Arts Center early this week."I was very honored to learn that my film Daun di Atas Bantal (A Leaf on a Pillow) was included in 100 Asian film...
Sun, 24 Oct 1999
Rumors upset Roy Marten
Rumors upset Roy Marten JAKARTA (JP): Rumors can really make one upset. That's what happened to popular television miniseries actor Roy Marten, who was rumored as having been arrested as a drug dealer."I refuse to be accused as a drug dealer without evidence, but I know who is the real drug dealer...
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
Heavy storms hit Bandung
Heavy storms hit Bandung BANDUNG, West Java: Heavy rainstorms followed by hail hit major parts of the city on Friday.The areas of Lembong, Lingkar Selatan, Pagarsih, Buah Batu and Gede Bage were completely flooded.Most main roads in the city were abandoned as collapsed tree trunks blocked streets.
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
RI's credit rating faces challenges: U.S. agency
RI's credit rating faces challenges: U.S. agency NEW YORK (AFP): The U.S. agency Standard and Poor's on Thursday warned that Indonesia's credit rating depended on how effectively its new leaders restore order, complete corruption probes and deal with the army.
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
Several cities count the cost of recent riots
Several cities count the cost of recent riots JAKARTA (JP): As normality returned, several towns shook by unrest following Megawati Soekarnoputri's defeat in the presidential election began to count the losses on Friday.
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
MidAmerican relies on $290m insurance policy
MidAmerican relies on $290m insurance policy CHICAGO (Dow Jones): MidAmerican Energy Holdings Co. (MEC) said Thursday that it won't take a US$285 million charge as a result of failed investments in Indonesian power plants.
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
Tourism in Bali returns to normal after riots
Tourism in Bali returns to normal after riots JAKARTA (JP): Business in Bali has gradually returned to normal after Megawati Soekarnoputri supporters went on the rampage on the resort island to protest her defeat in the presidential race.
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
Cambodia, Laos sign agreements
Cambodia, Laos sign agreements PHNOM PENH (Reuters): Cambodia and Laos signed agreements on power, road transportation and extradition, Cambodian state television reported on Friday.The media gave no details of the agreements, which were signed in the Lao capital of Vientiane, where Cambodian Prime...
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
Protests continue, affect trade
Protests continue, affect trade MERAUKE, Irian Jaya: An outbreak of violence which erupted here following news of the sinking of the Bimas Raya II ferry on Wednesday continued on Friday, with protesters damaging several government and private buildings.
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
The democratic tendency lingers on in Asia
The democratic tendency lingers on in AsiaBy Martin Woollacott LONDON: Indonesia today stands at a gate at which many other countries have presented themselves in recent years. It is the one which leads to democracy, but it is a tricky gate to open and the road beyond is trickier still.
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
'It's time to reform ourselves'
'It's time to reform ourselves' The election this week of respected Muslim leader Abdurrahman Wahid as president and the leader of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), Megawati Soekarnoputri, as vice president signifies the beginning of national reconciliation, says...
Sat, 23 Oct 1999
President meets with ASEAN envoys
President meets with ASEAN envoys JAKARTA (JP): As an indication of the continued importance Indonesia places on regional cooperation, newly elected President Abdurrahman Wahid met with nine envoys from the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Friday.