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Mon, 29 Oct 2001
Schroeder will ask China to buy 50 Airbus A320
Schroeder will ask China to buy 50 Airbus A320 German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder will call on China during a visit to Beijing next week to order up to 50 Airbus A320 jet planes worth 3 billion euros (2.7 billion dollars), a top official close to the German government said late Friday.
Mon, 29 Oct 2001
Limited help for isolated tribes
Limited help for isolated tribes BANDJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: The chief of the local social affairs ministry, Umar Achmad, revealed here over the weekend that the provincial government had located 8,750 families of isolated communities in the province.
Mon, 29 Oct 2001
JP/4/GRACE
JP/4/GRACEGrace Emilia The Jakarta Post Contributor JakartaTravel downfall: Big players suffer most Talking about the hotel market situation in Indonesia means discussing the ripple down effect of globalization, particularly after the Sept. 11 terrorist attack in America.
Mon, 29 Oct 2001
Autonomy laws revision slammed
Autonomy laws revision slammedTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Former state minister of regional autonomy Ryaas Rasyid criticized on Saturday central government's plan to revise the newly implemented autonomy law as a sign of its reluctance to relinquish many of its powers to local...
Mon, 29 Oct 2001
Recreational beaches a rarity
Recreational beaches a rarityFrom Warta KotaThere are very few beaches left in Jakarta, which people can enjoy free of charge. Beaches in the city have now become commercial places, run by business interests. To relax at the beach people are now forced to spend money.
Mon, 29 Oct 2001
Firecrackers cause havoc
Firecrackers cause havocFrom NeracaAt this time of year, the hearts of many Jakarta residents sink at the sound of firecrackers. Before the Muslim fasting month arrives, the city's markets are glutted with various types of firecrackers, which are sold openly to the public.
Mon, 29 Oct 2001
First echelon officials
First echelon officials New structureSecretary GeneralInspector GeneralDirector General for Asia, Pacific and AfricaDirector General for Europe and AmericaDirector General for ASEANDirector General for Multilateral relations on Political, Social and Security AffairsDirector General for Multilateral...
Mon, 29 Oct 2001
Energy drinks withdrawn
Energy drinks withdrawn MANADO, North Sulawesi: PT Mega Sari Manado, a local distribution company for Kratingdaeng energy drinks, has withdrawn 35,000 bottles of the product over the last three months.The company's sales manager Ferdinand Loho said on Saturday that the drinks had been withdrawn...
Mon, 29 Oct 2001
Medan's water supply project questioned
Medan's water supply project questionedApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan A number of legislators have called on the Medan municipal administration to review a controversial contract between state- owned water company PT Tirtanadi and French investor Lyonnaise des Eaux on the supply of tap...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
RI woman jailed in HK
RI woman jailed in HK HONG KONG: An Indonesian woman has received a record jail term of 19 and a half years for attempting to smuggle US$2.7 million worth of ecstasy pills into Hong Kong, a report said on Saturday.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Making a short stopover in Surabaya
Making a short stopover in SurabayaMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya "Welcome to Surabaya, the City of Heroes," an employee at a five-star hotel greeted a group of foreigners.The motto of Surabaya, the provincial capital of East Java, is meant to remind Indonesians of the bravery shown...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
On the shelves
On the shelvesThe Jakarta Review of Books; PT Metafor Intermedia Indonesia; Volume 1, Number 1, October 2001; 31 pp; Rp 12,500 For those who love books, Jakarta often can be a difficult place to live. There is, it seems, a dearth of affordable books and a dearth of discussions about books.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Funny Man: October has had its up and downs for Eko Patrio.
Funny Man: October has had its up and downs for Eko Patrio. The TV personality and member of the comedy trio Patrio Group got married in the middle of the month after being injured in an on- set accident. Eko talks about his life, his career and the comedians who make him laugh.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Travel downfall: Big players suffer more
Travel downfall: Big players suffer moreGrace Emilia, The Jakarta Post, Contributor, Jakarta Talking about the hotel market situation in Indonesia means discussing the ripple down effect of globalization, particularly after the Sept. 11 terrorist attack in America.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
New star in Sony stable
New star in Sony stableHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta How popular is dangdut music in Indonesia? Famous dangdut singer Camelia Malik places it in comparison with pop music."People are shocked that pop band Sheila On 7 can sell one million copies of one album.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
JP/4/GRACE
JP/4/GRACEGrace Emilia The Jakarta Post Contributor Jakarta Talking about the hotel market situation in Indonesia means discussing the ripple down effect of globalization, particularly after the Sept. 11 terrorist attack in America.The attack has sent the world airline industry into the doldrums.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
AGO to question Akbar, Wiranto on Wednesday
AGO to question Akbar, Wiranto on WednesdayThe Jakarta Post Jakarta The Attorney General's Office on Friday issued summonses for House of Representatives' Speaker Akbar Tandjung and former military chief Gen.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
In search of dim sum: A tour of Jakarta restaurants
In search of dim sum: A tour of Jakarta restaurantsJohn Badalu, Contributor, Jakarta Dim sum has its origins in China, but has long since become a worldwide epicurean favorite, with millions of people around the globe tucking into dim sum.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Comedian Eko has a way with words
Comedian Eko has a way with wordsBruce Emond, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A bunch of excited young women, mostly high school students, streams into Studio 3 at private station TPI's headquarters in Pondok Gede, East Jakarta.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
N. Jakarta fire razes 300 homes
N. Jakarta fire razes 300 homesThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Fire engulfed about 300 houses in the densely populated Pejagalan subdistrict, Penjaringan, North Jakarta, leaving more than 500 families homeless.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
A tale of the land of 'rencong'
A tale of the land of 'rencong'By Wildan Em Asrori My skin was blistered from the sun and was burning like a blazing iron when I heard a loud knock on the door, almost a bang. I dragged myself out of bed, rubbing my eyes as I walked to the door.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Indonesian: Speaking the same lingo?
Indonesian: Speaking the same lingo?Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta I went to the mall after school with Andrea and her doi. But I was so bete because he is so jutek, I'd rather be jomblo than go out with him.Huh?Even speakers of Indonesian may not understand that sentence.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
An Explosion of Beauty and Nature
An Explosion of Beauty and Nature Rich in traditions of music and dance, architecture and religion, the village of Desa Tembok - Tejakula has established a small chic resort: Jepun Bali Resort.Vibrant tropical gardens, spectacular pool and idyllic courtyard settings form an oasis of natural beauty...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Young people speak their minds about relevance of Indonesia
Young people speak their minds about relevance of IndonesiaThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Is Bahasa Indonesia still relevant as a unifier of the Indonesian people? In conjunction with the commemoration of Youth Pledge Day on Sunday, we posed this question to young people from across the country.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Big is beautiful at Hughes' boutique
Big is beautiful at Hughes' boutiqueMuara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Dewi Hughes is not just well known as a TV presenter, but also as a "plump" Indonesian woman who looks fit, attractive and self- confident.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Reversal of fortune for teen chess stars
Reversal of fortune for teen chess starsMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The sixth round of the World Youth Chess Championship in Oropesa del Mar, Spain, saw the Indonesian youth team dealt a cruel blow as all three team members were defeated.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Indonesia stays on course to Bermuda Bowl quaterfinals
Indonesia stays on course to Bermuda Bowl quaterfinalsMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian men's team made a clean sweep of Japan, Italy and Brazil on Friday to return to the top eight on the provisional standings at the Bermuda Bowl bridge championship in Paris.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
'I wanted to be a priest when I was a boy'
'I wanted to be a priest when I was a boy'Tantri Yuliandini and Johannes Simbolon, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) chief Theo F. Toemion has his work cut out for him in trying to entice back foreign investors in one of the country's darkest hours.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Artist Beda takes his journey of life
Artist Beda takes his journey of lifeMehru Jaffer, Contributor, Jakarta It is not easy to find artist Beda Sudiman, for he is always on a journey. When The Jakarta Post tried to contact him recently, he was on his way to Yogyakarta, giving dates on the telephone as to where he will be and when.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Play lifts the lid on our culture baggage
Play lifts the lid on our culture baggageDewi Anggraeni, Contributor, Melbourne Indonesian drama and theater have been performed in Australian cities from time to time, but there is something special about Tinted Windows, a play written and directed by Indonesian-born Sri Pudjiarti Dean, a...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Exhibitions * Dutch Graphic Design, Erasmus Huis, Jl. Rasuna Said, Kav S-3, Kuningan, South Jakarta (Phone: 5241069), until Nov. 3. * Indonesian Comic, the British Council, S. Wijoyo Centre, Jl. Sudirman, South Jakarta, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
JIFFest: A feast for movie enthusiasts
JIFFest: A feast for movie enthusiastsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta International Film Festival (JIFFest) is likely to repeat last year's success and popularity with movie lovers, as evidenced by the many sold-out films during its opening on Friday.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Malaysia arrests 40 protesters
Malaysia arrests 40 protesters MALAYSIA: Police arrested at least 40 people, including a journalist and two cameramen, near a northern Malaysian prison camp on Saturday during an opposition rally to protest a security law that allows for indefinite detention without trial.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Booking rooms online, why not?
Booking rooms online, why not?By Hendarsyah Tarmizi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Are you planning to go somewhere but don't have enough time to find a good hotel. Why not try online booking, it is easier and more convenient.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
What's in Sunday
What's in Sunday Keeping it Simple: Indonesian fashion designer Denny Wirawan has made his home into a temple to Zen living. Furniture is kept to the bare minimum as he emphasizes function and simple ethnic details. Take a tour of his home with us.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
TV today
TV todayTVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Cartoon 8:30 Children's Program 9:30 Music 11:00 Regional News 11:30 Children's Program 12:00 p.m. Traditional Comedy 1:30 Children's Program 2:00 News 3:30 Documentary 4:30 Children's Program 5:00 Documentary 6:00 News 7:00 Comedy 7:30...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
On the shelves
On the shelvesThe Magician: A Collection of Short Stories; By Bakdi Soemanto; Kanisius Publishing, 2001; 104 pp To Bakdi Soemanto life is humor. He sees life, bitter as it may be, as something that always generates fun. There is little, if anything, in life that cannot make us smile.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
On the trail of dim sum
On the trail of dim sum John Badalu Contributor Jakarta Dim sum has its origins in China, but has long since become a worldwide epicurean favorite, with millions of people around the globe tucking into dim sum.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Change and all, Malang still a breath of fresh air
Change and all, Malang still a breath of fresh airMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Malang, East Java "Malang is a city surrounded by volcanoes with beautiful scenery, and fresh, cool air."That would likely be the description of Malang from those who lived there or spent time in the city during...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Can we say it like it is in Bahasa Indonesia?
Can we say it like it is in Bahasa Indonesia? It's a quiet Sunday afternoon at a Jakarta hotel promotion for food from a neighboring land when a sudden flurry of words breaks through the clanking of cutlery on plates.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
What's in Sunday
What's in Sunday Keeping it Simple: Indonesian fashion designer Denny Wirawan has made his home into a temple to Zen living. Furniture is kept to the bare minimum as he emphasizes function and simple ethnic details. Take a tour of his home with us.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
For TREND/Sunday-Oct. 28/Need client's approval - bsr
For TREND/Sunday-Oct. 28/Need client's approval - bsrJepun Bali Resort An Explosion of Beauty and Nature The North East Coast of Bali is a backdrop of clove plantations cascading down the hillsides and the Mount Agung soaring through clouds, with forests and tropical beaches lapped by the warm...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Flood victims face possible starvation
Flood victims face possible starvationAgus Maryono and Tarko Sudiarno, The Jakarta Post, Kebumen/Purwokerto More than 20,000 of the 30,000 victims of flooding in the regencies of Kebumen, Cilacap and Banyumas in the southern part of Central Java are facing possible starvation and drug shortages due...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Designer Denny finds harmony in simplicity
Designer Denny finds harmony in simplicityMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Less is more, said the architect Mies van der Rohe. Inspired, perhaps, by Mies' international style, Indonesian fashion designer Denny Wirawan displays minimal furnishings for his house and emphasizes function...
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Say what? Speaking Indonesian today
Say what? Speaking Indonesian today----------------- Hera Diani The Jakarta Post Jakarta ---------------- I went to the mall after school with Andrea and her doi. But I was so bete because he is so jutek! I'd rather be jomblo than go out with him!.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Is an HIV vaccine on the horizon
Is an HIV vaccine on the horizonDewi Anggraeni, Contributor, Melbourne No one in Indonesia, or in the region for that matter, can pretend that HIV/AIDS is an insignificant problem as available data shows that the illness has affected at least one in every 1000 in the population.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
Mostly great, except for Internet connectivity
Mostly great, except for Internet connectivityChristiani Tumelap, Contributor, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta For German traveler Juergen, 37, many of Jakarta's hotels, with their luxurious interiors, spacious rooms and friendly staff, are actually much better than the ones back home.
Sun, 28 Oct 2001
A treat for Halloween
A treat for HalloweenLinda Hollands, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Pumpkins are associated with Halloween in many parts of Europe and the United States. If you want to give your family a treat on Oct. 31, try this delicious recipe for pumpkin pie, adapted from the Margaret Fulton Encyclopedia of Food...
Sat, 27 Oct 2001
Government told to monitor airline price war
Government told to monitor airline price warAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House of Representatives called on the government on Friday to monitor the current price war among domestic airlines serving the key Jakarta-Medan route.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001
C. Java flood victims lack food, medicines
C. Java flood victims lack food, medicinesAgus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Banyumas "Pak (Dad) ... I'm starving, give me something to eat," five- year-old Darno whimpered.Raising his voice, Darno repeated his request several times, but his father, Kartanom, remained silent.