Unregistered taxpayers to pay double for exit tax Dec 26, 2008
The exit tax for those aged 21 years and above departing from airports will be raised from Rp 1 million (US$91) to Rp 2. 5 million, and for those traveling by sea from Rp 500,000 to Rp 1 million, effective Jan. 1, 2009, to Dec. 31, 2010 ... For instance, an employee whose income tax is Rp 20 million per year and who has traveled abroad twice this year -- paying Rp 1 million in exit tax each time -- will only have to pay Rp 18 million in income tax when filing their tax returns in March 2009. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Dancing the belly away Dec 23, 2008
Currently, one has to pay around Rp 1,000,000 rupiah per month just for the visa. Indonesia should encourage its skilled citizens who are currently living in advanced countries to come back to Indonesia. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
WHO, 2 other groups tapped to probe Ebola strain discovery in RP Dec 23, 2008
The WHO said the planned FAO/OIE/WHO team will work with Philippine counterparts "to address, through field and laboratory investigation, important questions as to the source of the virus, its transmission, its virulence and its natural habitat, in order to provide appropriate guidance for animal and human health protection.". "Until these questions can be answered, the FAO and WHO stressed the importance of carrying out basic good hygiene practices and food handling measures," the WHO said. (ABS CBN News)
Rado watches: Less is More Dec 21, 2008
As for the price, in Indonesia, Rado timepieces are priced upwards of Rp 5,000,000 (US$454) ... After 10 years of research, Rado launched Sintra Gold Jubil in 2008, a beautiful, sleek golden ceramic watch, valued at Rp 43,450,000 ... In Indonesia, V10K is priced at Rp 65,050,000. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
NH Dini sells paintings for health Dec 20, 2008
The paintings are priced between Rp 4 million (US$357) and Rp 10 million. The 72-year-old writer, who now lives in a nursing home in Ungaran, Central Java, is famous for her novels, including Pada Sebuah Kapal (On a Ship, 1972), La Barka (1975), Namaku Hiroko (My Name is Hiroko, 1977), Orang-orang Tran (People of Tran, 1983), Pertemuan Dua Hati (The Match of Two Hearts, 1986), Hati yang Damai (Peaceful Heart, 1998) and her latest, Argenteuil, Hidup Memisahkan Diri (Argenteuil, Life Separates... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Jakarta's budget too lavish: NGOs Dec 20, 2008
According to the group, the amounts allocated for legislative members inauguration ceremony (Rp 906 million), speech writing for governor and vice governor (Rp 1. 6 billion), SMS from the governor to the public (Rp 1 ... 5 billion) and instrument purchase for the fire department (Rp 1 billion) were examples of indulgent spending. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
City sets Marunda as industrial zone, port Dec 20, 2008
In the 2009 budget, the city administration has allocated Rp 100 billion to raise ownership from 11. 3 percent to 51 percent. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Century not responsible for Antaboga: LPS Dec 19, 2008
As the caretaker of the ailing mid-sized Bank Century, the Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS) has insisted the bank will not be held responsible for an investment scam involving PT Antaboga Delta Sekuritas, which has been linked to the bank's previous owner ... The police said reports from Century customers earlier this month showed that three executives allegedly embezzled a total of Rp 233 billion (US$21 ... That figure, however, jumped to Rp 1. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
Ministry: Tourism arrivals to rise 25 percent Dec 19, 2008
Promotion activities would be helped by a 10 percent increase in the promotional budget for 2009 to Rp 285 billion (around US$25 ... She brought a long wish list for the government though, from international airports to lower taxes on imported beverages ... "We need more international airports. For example, one third of tourists coming to Bintan were from Singapore, one third from Japan and Korea, and one third from everywhere else including Russia. Why don't we build an (international) airport... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
Ganja dealer jumps into river Dec 18, 2008
The two police officers from Jagakarsa Police, disguised as buyers, bought a small amount of ganja valued at Rp 200,000 (US$16. 67) from the suspect, identified as Saefudin, 32, near a house in Limo, Depok, south of Jakarta. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Aviation law amendment takes off, but safety watchdog stays grounded Dec 18, 2008
The newly passed aviation bill, though ensuring greater customer protection and involvement of private investors in airport businesses, has yet to fully meet expectations of an overhaul in safety supervision ... The DSKU currently employs 120 technicians and inspectors to monitor 2,000 airplanes ... They are paid between Rp 1. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Economic stimulus and the role of local governments Dec 17, 2008
Last month, the government decided to accelerate the Rp 120 trillion disbursement in unspent 2008 government spending to boost the economy. It also plans to allocate Rp 12. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
Abdul Adjib: Passionate for Cirebon's art of 'tarling' Dec 17, 2008
If the situation continues, I'm afraid tarling will disappear," he said. One of the main reasons for its demise is because of its cost. A tarling performance that will last seven hours will be at least Rp 30 million (US$260). By contrast, a solo organ dangdut show costs less then Rp 5 million. "Only a few people can afford to invite a tarling group for their family ceremonies, such as a wedding. " Adjib said the high rate might be due to the large troupe. "A complete troupe has no less than 40... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Residents near dump demand reparation Dec 16, 2008
Ronny said they asked the regency to pay each Taman Rahayu family Rp 100,000 (US$9) per month, to pay for artesian wells and to cover the health costs of sick residents. The residents said that they had received the results of a survey conducted by Bekasi Public Works Agency showing that the groundwater in the subdistrict contained manganese and ammonium above the permitted levels. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Talkin' Baseball With Dayn Perry Dec 15, 2008
Dayn: Closers are always overpaid these days, but I was still surprised the Mets got him as cheaply as they did ... 88, and that's no surprise given his middling command numbers ... Friedman recently said that Percival will be back to anchor the Rays relief corps. (Tampa Bay, TheInsiders.com)
Domestic violence victims need a room of their own Dec 15, 2008
"Women and children are the most susceptible to violence, but they are also the most reluctant to file reports about their experiences, because of our patriarchial society. "So we expect medical workers and doctors to realize their important role in supporting victims of violence in coming forward, instead of being judgmental or making remarks that blame the victims," Margaretha said. "Medical workers need to take an empathetic approach and require counseling skills, yet many still treat cases... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Police probe collapsed school roof Dec 15, 2008
The school's construction was financed from a Rp 1. 2 billion ($US110,000) special budget allocation (DAK) from the Ministry of National Education along with Rp 500 million from the regency's 2007 budget. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Chocolate may become the new wine Dec 14, 2008
Just as the little black dress has yielded to the winds of whim, with fashionista's variously claiming that "pink", "gray" or "purple" are "the new black", it seems -- if the current buzz in certain circles of the foodie community is to be believed -- the intense interest in wine tasting of the past couple years is abating in the wake of recent shortages, with chocolate -- of all things -- all things -- purportedly poised to jump in to fill the gap ... These Chocolate Appreciation and Afternoon... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
FDA's Midnight Mischief Heightens Mercury Risk to Pregnant Women ... Dec 13, 2008
Mahaffey KR, Clickner RP, Bodurow CC. 2004 ... Mahaffey KR, Clickner RP, Jeffries RA. 2008 ... Mahaffey KR, Clickner RP, Jeffries RA. 2008. (Environmental Working Group)
Low-income pregnant women still frequent midwives Dec 13, 2008
Betty, whose husband works as a private employee for a small salary, said she only paid Rp 60,000 (US$5) for every checkup. "Obstetrician fees are usually more than Rp 150,000," she said ... "The hospital fee is almost Rp 5 million. It is expensive. In the clinic, I just paid Rp 1.4 million," Betty said, adding that the price included medicine, services and a bed. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Police release report on Von Dohlen shooting Dec 13, 2008
12:25 p.m.: The dispatcher recorded "Deputies are telling RP (reporting party) to get back - RP keeps saying I'm not letting go.". 12:28 p.m.: "Still a loud verbal between RP and deputies." E64 requests an additional deputy for the irate dad. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Top 25 San Diego Padres Prospects Dec 13, 2008
Evan Scribner, 63 190, RP, Bats: R, Throws: R, Born: July 19, 1985. Scribner was acquired from the Diamondbacks for Tony Clark on July 17. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
PPD employees demand compensation Dec 12, 2008
Hundreds of workers of state-run Djakarta Transportation Bus Company (PPD) demand the City Council pay for assets worth Rp 139 billion (US$12 million) so the money can be used toward severance pays. Based on an agreement between the city administration and the State Ministry for State Enterprises in April 2006, the central government sold six out of 16 PPD bus depots to the administration ... With the depot in Cakung, he added, the administration had only paid half of the sale price, or about Rp... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
War on drugs in RI: Demonizing the most vulnerable Dec 12, 2008
When arriving at the international terminal of Soekarno-Hatta Airport, Jakarta, the first tangible impression is the huge neon sign reading "Welcome to Indonesia -- Death Penalty for Drug Traffickers!" This sign is indicative of the Indonesian government's policy on drugs, which has resulted in the adoption of a "war on drugs" law, as well as in stigmatizing and discriminating against the domestic drug user community ... Given that the average salary for the police is only around Rp 3 million... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Tangerang to build methadone clinic Dec 11, 2008
"Drug addicts can go to the clinic regularly and consume methadone under the control of our officers there. They just need to pay for Rp 15,000 each time they come," she said, adding that the agency had trained 22 officers to be stationed at the three clinics. -- JP. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
La Russa: Live from Vegas Dec 11, 2008
Q. I'm sorry, I'm asking about Carpenter ... Q. With Carp, no matter how he feels, and we were given an optimistic read last week, how much can you bank on that ... I mean, at some point, I think Carp will do everything possible to get back. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Avoid another Century, lawmakers tell BI Dec 10, 2008
The government, through the Insurance Deposit Agency (LPS) took over the bank on Nov. 20 and later injected Rp 2. 5 trillion (US$ 217 million) to keep it afloat amid severe financial conditions. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
'Twilight' sequel's new director: Can a man direct 'New Moon'? Dec 10, 2008
I posted a short excerpt from the book along with some questions about that ... It is not something i can not easily define, but it's kind of like the difference between what it feels like to love a man enough to allow him to possess you in an intimate way and what that possession looks like through the lens of artful interpretation ... Any 6'7" linebacker 16 yearolds that can act out there? OH and btw, what is her obsession with using shagrin(sp) and grimace? It's in everybook like 14 times.... (Entertainment Weekly)
Progression Of Retinal Disease Linked To Cell Starvation Dec 10, 2008
In the eye, this plastic consists of a giant retinal pigment (RPE) cell, which supplies nutrients to the rods and cones on its plate ... The RPE cells sag when too many rods disappear, as the plastic over that plate of Oreo cookies droops when too many stacks are missing ... The structural change likely disturbs the contacts between RPE cells and cones, impeding the flow of nutrients to the cones. (Science Daily)
Tobacco giant breathes life into medical startup Dec 9, 2008
Last year, Medicago earned just $74,000 from research agreements, and reported a $6-million loss, half of that amount spent on Rp ... Considering the timing, that's not surprising: By early October, when Medicago was reviewing PMI's offer, the stock markets had tanked and the deal valued Medicago's shares at twice what they were worth on the open market. (Globe and Mail)
Australia intend to reverse swing mistakes Dec 8, 2008
Swing, and particularly reverse swing, played a major role in India's 72-run victory over Australia in Perth last year, as RP Singh, Irfan Pathan and Ishant Sharma mastered the atmospheric and pitch conditions to claim 14 of the 20 wickets to fall. The match was Australia's first Test defeat at the WACA Ground in a decade, and highlighted a general deficiency in old-ball skills on abrasive surfaces. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Winning kampung leads with green thumbs Dec 6, 2008
The RW 07 PKK members' hard work has earned them the "Jakarta Clean and Green Award", worth Rp 20 million (US$1,666), which was presented by Governor Fauzi Bowo at the JGC 2008 parade, held at the Hotel Indonesia circle last week ... The program is part of Unilever's corporate social responsibility platform, designed to help communities find a solution to environmental issues the proper management of organic and inorganic waste. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
The worst to come Dec 6, 2008
The government's decision to spend Rp 120 trillion (US$10 billion) in a month is almost impossible ... And no wonder if the target Rp 120 trillion will be missed ... We make tourists pay to come in; they face extortion by everyone from airport officials to taxi drivers, and then they find that products they can buy anywhere else in Southeast Asia are overpriced and, in the case of spirits, virtually unobtainable. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Dodgers have needs entering Meetings Dec 5, 2008
But the reality is that the Dodgers don't have the kind of surpluses to make an impact deal without doing something like this ... RP Jonathan Broxton RP Scott Proctor RP Takashi Saito RP Yhency Brazoban C Russell Martin SS Angel Berroa OF Andre Ethier OF Jason Repko. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
S. Jakarta arranges free sterilization for poor parents Dec 4, 2008
The health agency will pay the hospital Rp 2 million for each sterilization ... These people get free sterilization surgery from the government and receive Rp 150,000 each after the sterilization. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Half of civil servants are unqualified, says minister Dec 4, 2008
The government spent Rp 123. 5 trillion this year on paying the salaries of more than 4 million civil servants, or 17. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Cardinals Finally Sign Trever Miller (Really) Dec 4, 2008
By Posted Dec 3, 2008. After an unusually long delay of almost two weeks, the St. Louis Cardinals and left-handed reliever Trever Miller finally tied the knot on a one-year relationship. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
New Approaches Make Retinal Detachment Highly Treatable Dec 2, 2008
29, 2005) Ophthalmologists at Rush University Medical Center implanted Artificial Silicon Retina (ASR) microchips in the eyes of five patients to treat vision loss caused by retinitis pigmentosa (RP). The. (Science Daily)
Garage sales offer more than just used goods Dec 2, 2008
If you are lucky, you might get brand-new brand pieces," Kuqa said. Nyoman Meysavitri, coordinator of the garage sale, which ran from Friday to Saturday, said the garage sale offered goods at prices starting from Rp 5,000 (US$0.40). "It is our first time organizing this kind of event ... The garage sale has been teeming with visitors," she said. The garage sale did not only sell used fashion articles, but also books, CDs, toys and cooking utensils. One mini-car collector, Didit, was selling off... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Cardinals Pass on Eight Arbitration Offers Dec 2, 2008
By Posted Dec 1, 2008. The St. Louis Cardinals did not offer arbitration to any of their eight free agents, including pitchers Braden Looper, Russ Springer and Jason Isringhausen. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
HIV, poverty add up to hardship Dec 1, 2008
She can make up to 10 mats per day and sells 50 mats for Rp 10,000 (less than US$1). The money goes toward paying for the family's basic daily needs. (Jakarta Post)
Finding the silver lining -- in 16 cents of dental care Nov 30, 2008
With the present inflationary prices, I was not too surprised to find patients from the middle-income bracket also among the general fray ... Any service at the public health center will cost the patient a minimum of Rp 2,000 (16 US cents) ... According to Penny who has extensive experience with this, an unsubsidized TB package would cost about Rp 2,000,000 ($166). (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Administration to review 'inefficient' budget Nov 29, 2008
The total amount in the 2009 budget, approved at a plenary session Thursday night, is Rp 22 ... 86 billion), with some Rp 22 ... The Indonesian Forum for Budget Transparency found that Rp 387 billion, or 1. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Fungi delights to tease the taste buds Nov 28, 2008
A portion of roast mushrooms on skewers, for example, is Rp 6000 (50 US cents), a dish of mushrooms cooked with young jackfruit costs Rp 5,000, while a portion of sauted paddy-straw mushrooms costs Rp 6,000 ... "The prices are quite reasonable. A kilogram of oyster mushrooms costs around Rp 9,000. By comparison, a kilogram of chicken or beef costs three to four times that." ... After feasting on a delicious and nutritious plate of mushrooms, a visitor can enjoy a healthy drink of Lingzhie Tea... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Sumedi Purbo: Fascinated by fungi farming Nov 28, 2008
In 1996, Medi, who was then studying philosophy at Gadjah Mada University, Yogyakarta, read books on the subject and was surprised to learn how good mushrooms were for human health ... Mushrooms are an affordable food item: Oyster mushrooms cost between Rp 7,000 (55 US cents) and Rp 8,000 per kilogram, while ear mushrooms cost between Rp 34,000 and Rp 35,000 per kg. This makes mushrooms cheaper than chicken meat or beef, which can cost more than Rp 50,000 per kilogram ... One seven cm-diameter... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Poisonous cosmetics taken off shelves Nov 27, 2008
One such product is Putri Salju, which is produced by Ngongoh cosmetics in Bekasi and is priced at Rp 1. 5 million (US$120), she said. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
The Early Line on Cards Positional Battles Nov 26, 2008
Thompsons future could depend on Carp. By Managing EditorPosted Nov 26, 2008 ... Despite pending and ongoing medical exams, the status of Chris Carpenter (pictured) will not be truly known until he has pitched regularly and consistently in real game action. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Malegaon probe: RSS on the target list of accused? Nov 23, 2008
The Anti-Terrorism Squad also suspects the role of a Delhi-based doctor, Dr RP Singh, as part of the plot. But Dr Singh, who is a senior endocrinologist, at the Apollo hospital has denied this. (NDTV.com)
Foundation funds charitable acts through recycling Nov 22, 2008
" he said in his shop in East Jakarta one Sunday morning. A Fung has made his shop a drop-off point for recyclable trash brought in by Buddhist Tzu Chi Indonesia Foundation volunteers. The Foundation collects recyclable used paper, plastic, cans and glass, to partly fund their work in the capital since 2004. "It (trash collecting) is definitely growing, as we continue to build trash collection sites and introduce this activity to the general public," a staff member from the foundation's... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Nutrition awareness pilot project succeed in educating the poor Nov 22, 2008
SRMI executive Marlo Sitompul said the Rp 1 billion (US$83,000) pilot project targeted over 16,000 people in Jakarta's slum areas in 52 subdistricts. The fund is being used to build communication posts to distribute free nutritious meals every Friday. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Services for the poor peanuts in draft budget Nov 22, 2008
If passed, the 2009 budget proposal will abandon the poor and underprivileged people through extravagant spending on unnecessary items, observers said Friday. Discussion organizer, the Indonesian Forum for Budget Transparency (Fitra), found that of the Rp 22 ... 2 trillion (US$183 million) allocated budget, the poor would only receive Rp 387 billion, or 1. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Scouting Yankees Prospect #49: J. Brent Cox Nov 21, 2008
Cox is the ideal double-play inducer. By PublisherDate: Nov 20, 2008 The Yankees drafted J. Brent Cox in the 2nd round of the 2005 MLB Draft out of the University of Texas. (NY Yankees, TheInsiders.com)
Rights of nonsmokers Nov 21, 2008
Send smokers to jail for six months or fine them Rp 50 million (US$ 4,100) as stated in the bylaw if they are smoking in public spaces because their habit endangers nonsmokers. This has been implemented in Canada, Europe, Japan and the United States from 1978 to today. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Cards Add Lefty Ian Ostlund via Minors Deal Nov 20, 2008
By Managing EditorPosted Nov 19, 2008 ... Looking to build their left-handed relief corps at the high levels of the minor league system, the St. Louis Cardinals added another arm to the mix on Wednesday when they agreed to terms on a minor league contract with. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Govt may end fuel subsidy next year Nov 19, 2008
"If prices go up, we will cap them to a maximum ceiling. But we have not determined the benchmark prices yet," Anggito said, adding the government would start subsidizing fuels if the prices surpassed these limits ... The government early this month announced it would cut the price of subsidized Premium gasoline by Rp 500 per liter to Rp 5,500 starting Dec. 1 as this now reflected the market price ... In the 2009 state budget, the fuel subsidy allocation is set at Rp 57. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
Obama warns global warming is 'urgent' threat ... Nov 19, 2008
" This statement is wrong and he knows it. Just more propaganda BS fed to the uneducated masses. Posted by Oliver November 18, 08 04:58 PM . Global warming cycles have occurred throughout history as has global cooling. If the earth can have an ice age, why can't it go to the other extreme? I am not convinced that this is man made. At this point the only thing man made is the global warming hoax. Posted by RP November 18, 08 04:58 PM . has he not read the news? Global temperature went down this... (The Drudge Report)
View Point: Lolita or pedophilia? The real law-breaking pornography Nov 19, 2008
Five years jail max, or a fine of Rp ... Unsurprisingly, public reaction to Syech Puji's Lolita moment has been split ... Women's organizations and human rights groups offered a barrage of sharp criticism, condemning the "marriage" as little more than religiously sanctioned pedophilia. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Entrepreneur fills niche as bug, rodent rancher Nov 18, 2008
"And then the RP hit me in my middle age, so now I have center vision in my right eye, my only vision. "I've done a lot of in-home care and housecleaning; I just love hard work ... " Renting the Spenard place has given Smith her home life back. The front room has three large mouse racks, with six mice per tray and 54 trays per rack, the empty ones ready for babies. A side room, which she keeps between 82 and 84 degrees, is for containers of wiggly mealworms in various life stages of growth --... (Anchorage Daily News)
Nonsmoking raid targets managements Nov 18, 2008
People who violate the regulation face up to six months in jail or a Rp 50 million (US$4,555) fine. Although Jakarta issued the regulation years ago, the bylaw has been deemed unworkable and has not been enforced. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Cancer patients unfamiliar with hospice care Nov 18, 2008
So, doctors also misunderstand that the goal of hospice care is to help terminally ill patients," Utari said. According to YKI data, the survival rate among cancer patients in the country is only 40 to 50 percent. Besides YKI's free hospice home care visits, which they have administered since 1996, cancer hospital Dharmais in West Jakarta has also provided the same service by charging less than Rp 200,000 per visit. A doctor at the palliative unit of Dharmais hospital, Indriani, told a session... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Police to probe more brokers in bank rumor case Nov 18, 2008
The rumors on a deposit run came shortly after it was revealed mid-sized Bank Century had missed a deadline to settle an obligation of Rp 5 billion (US$434,780) to the central bank's clearing system. While the central bank later confirmed this was due mostly to a "technical problem" rather than a liquidity shortage, it still triggered concern over the stability of the nation's banking sector. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Police detain suspect in bank rumor case Nov 17, 2008
The rumors came shortly after it was revealed that Bank Century had missed a deadline to settle an obligation of Rp 5 billion to the central bank's clearing system ... The concerns were exacerbated by the fact the government only guarantees bank deposits of up to Rp 2 billion, at a time when neighboring countries -- including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Hong Kong -- already cover all deposits in full ... Critics accuse Kalla of forgetting to mention that the remaining less-than-1 percent... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Boehner to Face GOP Leadership Challenge... Nov 15, 2008
The indictment already served its only real purpose, which was to get Tom out of congress, because Democrats couldn't beat him on the floor of the House ... She was one of the very rare few that had the balls to vote NO on both bailouts, she's sharp, ans doesn't put up with BS. ... Giving the fact that all the bail-outs were probably the product of the biggest Ponzi schemes ever perpetrated on the American Public, he tried to stop them. (The Drudge Report)
Jakarta air getting healthier: Official Nov 15, 2008
Owners of vehicles that pollute heavily are fined Rp 2 million or face two months in prison. Budirama said the delay in enforcing the law was due to technical problems, holding back the supply of certificates and stickers for emission tests. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Regulator bans 22 performance-enchancing drugs Nov 15, 2008
" In a drug store in Jakarta, a box of a performance-enhancing drugs sells for more than Rp 25,000 (US$2). Husniah warned producers, distributors and retailers to stop producing and selling the items, adding that those failing to comply with the ban could face up to five years' imprisonment and Rp 100 million (US$) to Rp 2 billion in fines. If members of the public find these products for sale, they can report them to BPOM by phone (021) 4263333 or to their nearest provincial food and monitoring... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
