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Monday, January 22, 2018

“Fast & Furious” star Diesel brings high-octane live show to London

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LONDON - The roaring engines and burning rubber of “The Fast & The Furious” films - one of cinema’s highest-grossing franchises - are skidding off the screen and into the real world, as a live stunt show based on the movies opens in London on Thursday.

“Fast & Furious Live,” held in London’s O2 arena, aims to recreate the elaborate stunts for which the films are known.

“We talked about a live show, but we’d never imagined it in the way that Rowland (creative director, Rowland French) imagined it,” actor Vin Diesel, one of the films’ main stars, told Reuters.

The show features around 40 vehicles, including tanks, trucks, a submarine and dozens of fire-spitting, customised muscle cars.

It uses 3D projection technology to help give the illusion that car chases are taking place over distances much greater than the inside of an arena.

“Fast and The Furious,” about a gang of illegal street racers, has spawned eight films since 2001, with two more in development, a forthcoming spin-off film, video games and theme park rides.

The franchise survived the death of one of its main stars, Paul Walker, killed in a car crash in 2013.

“I think he would totally get a kick out of, out of seeing our little movie turn into this show at the O2 arena,” Diesel said.

“He’d get a kick out of that.” (rtr) Actor Vin Diesel reacts as he poses during a photocall to promote his film “Fast & Furious 8” in Madrid, Spain April 6, 2017.

A Bitcoin sign is seen in Kuta on the resort island of Bali, Indonesia January 18, 2018. Picture taken January 18, 2018.

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Kim Kardashian names new baby girl Chicago

LOS ANGELES - And the name is .... Chicago West. Kim Kardashian’s new baby daughter with rapper husband Kanye West has been named Chicago, the reality star announced on her app on Friday.

The baby girl was born to a surrogate on Monday, a third child for the celebrity couple.

Kardashian revealed the name, without explanation, in a simple update to the birth announcement

she made earlier this week.

West, 40, was born in Atlanta and raised in Chicago.

Kardashian, 37, and West are already parents to North, 4, and Saint, 2.

The “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” reality and social media star has said she decided to use a surrogate after doctors warned of serious health risks if she became pregnant again. (rtr)

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Bitcoin use under scrutiny in Indonesian island of Bali

JAKARTA/KUTA - Indonesian authorities are investigating the use of bitcoin in the holiday island of Bali, amid warnings by the central bank in Southeast Asia’s biggest economy over the risks posed by virtual currencies, an official said. The probe started after the central bank on Dec. 7, 2017 issued a regulation banning the use of cryptocurrencies in payment systems, said Causa Iman Karana, head of Bank Indonesia’s representative office in Bali.

“We found out from some postings on social media that Bali appeared to have become a haven for bitcoin transactions,” said Karana.

Central bank officials and police went undercover at the end of 2017 to investigate scores of businesses in Bali advertising online that they offered bitcoin payment services, said Karana.

The team found two cafes still using bitcoin as a means of payment, but 44 businesses including car rental outlets, hotels, travel

companies and jewellery stores, previously offering the service, had now stopped, he said. One of the cafes used bitcoin only for transactions of more than 243,000 rupiah, or about 0.001 bitcoin. A single transaction took about 1 1/2 hours to be processed and included a fee of 123,000 rupiah so this had discouraged its wider use for payments, said Karana.

The official declined to name the businesses because he was still waiting for further instructions from

Bank Indonesia in Jakarta. “The next step is we will ban them as mandated by the law. We ask them not to use it anymore. Along with the Directorate of Special Crime Investigation unit, we will enforce the rule that all transactions in Indonesia must use rupiah.”

Some locals in Bali said bitcoin was being used mainly by foreigners on the island, which is Indonesia’s tourism hub and has a large expatriate community. Bank Indonesia has called ownership of virtual

currencies high risk and prone to speculation, because no authority takes responsibility or officially administers them and because there is no underlying asset to be the basis for the price.

Virtual currencies could also be used in money laundering and terrorism funding, and could have an impact on the stability of the financial system and causes losses for society, it has said. While trading has not be regulated so far, the central bank has said it was looking into the issue.

Regulators around the world have been grappling with how to address risks posed by cryptocurrencies, as bitcoin, the world’s most popular virtual currency, soared more than

1,700 percent last year. Prices have plummeted since South Korea said last week it may ban domestic cryptocurrency exchanges.

Bitcoin.co.id, an Indonesian online cryptocurrency exchange, said on its website that bitcoin was trading at 162.70 million rupiah ($12,247) per unit after losing around a quarter of it value this week. (rtr) News can also be heard in “Bali Image” at Global Radio FM 96.5 from 9.30 until 10.00 am. Listen to Global Radio FM at http:// globalfmbali.listen2myradio.com or live video streaming at http:// radioglobalfmbali.com and http:// ustream.tv/channel/global-fm-bali.

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Monday, January 22, 2018

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Artistic expression using digital imaging

Photography provides endless possibilities for artists to express themselves. The combination of technological advancements and the popularity of social media provide even greater space for artists to express their ideas and creativity to the public.

Many people perhaps do not realise that many of the so-called photos that they see on social media, blogs and websites are not real photos at all. Many of these ‘photos’ have been created using digital imaging technology. I Made Adi Dharmawan for example deliberately creates works of art using this photographic genre.

Dharmawan who lectures in the Photography Study Program of the Indonesia Institute of Arts (ISI), Denpasar’s Faculty of Fine Art and Design explained that digital imaging is a technique for engineering photographic works by combining several photos into a single image using processing software like Photoshop to create works with aesthetic value. Works of art using digital imaging techniques express the ideas, thought, stories or events that the photographer wishes to convey in a new way. “This methode stimulates photographers to express their feelings through a particualr concept”, said Adi Dharmawan to Bali Post on Saturday (Jan. 20).

The photographer starts with a concept that they wish to express, said Darmawan. From there, he added, the photographer starts designing sketches for the work, creating a list of photos to be used in the final work. When all the images have been collected, software is used to merge them together. It is at this stage that the photographer who is creating the work must improvise and work on the images until the concept that they wish to convey comes together.

“Like with others forms of visual

art, element such as line, color, spaces, light, shapes and textures need to be considered so that the final work not only conveys a certain message but is also interesting in terms of aesthetics”, said this photographer who has won several local, national and international photo art competitions.

According to Adi Dharmawan, there are several tips and tricks that help in creating a digitally processed image that the public will appreciate.

TO begin with a photographer should amass a large stock of photographic images by taking lots of pictures all the time. Secondly, becoming famil-

iar with the photographic art works of tother s also helpful as these can be used as a point of reference. Thirdly photo artists should continually experiment with Adobe Photoshop or other similar software so as to gain experience and be able to master all the tools available such as selecting techniques, cutting options, as well as masks and blending techniques.

“Another thins that is just as important is for photographers to continually develop their imagination so that they can give birth to something fresh new and innovative”, he concluded. (ian)

A work by Adi Darmawan entitled “Hope”

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TABANAN - The otonan ritual for the monkeys at the Alas Kedaton tourist attraction in Kukuh village, Marga, took place in a lively manner on Saniscara Kliwon Uye or Saturday (Jan. 20).

The monkey’s otonan was marked by a parade of two-meter-high ngrebeg gebogan (fruit arrangements). Many people came to the celebration with their children. As children learned how to feed the monkeys, the event was also an opportunity for children to feel a deeper appreciation for animals.

Secretary of Kukuh customary village, I Gusti Ngurah Pujayasa, explained that the Tumpek Uye ritual held as part of the otonan celebration is one of the ways that the palemahan (harmonious relations with the natural environment) aspect of the Tri Hita Karana teachings are applied. Tri Hita Karana is the Balinese concept of maintaining harmonious relations with our fellow humans, with the natural environment and with the divine. As the coordinators of the Alas Kedaton attraction, the people of Kukuh customary village along with the management board of Alas Kedaton and the Alas Kedaton board of commerce have been holding this ritual for the monkeys for a long time. However it is only in the last year and a half that the two meter-high fruit arrangement parade for the monkeys has been taking place every 6 months merchants.

“So, this is the third time that we have implement the giant fruit arrangement parade. Tumpek Uye is the day when we express our gratitude for the blessings bestowed on us by God in the form of tourists who visit this attraction to see the monkeys and flying fox”, explained Pujayasa.

The celebratory event started in the middle courtyard of Alas Kedaton Temple with a ritual for the monkeys. Then everyone prayed together and the gebogan or fruit arrangements were presented to God almighty. The Alas Kedaton Chamber of Commerce presented 22 fruit arrangements. Both the gebogan presented by the management of Alas Kedaton tourist attraction and the ones presented by the Kedaton Chamber of Commerce, were made up of all local fruits such as as red guava, tomatoes, corn, carrots, bananas, rambutan, papaya, mango and beans. After the prayers, the giant gebogan arrangement was paraded around the middle courtyard of Kahyangan Kedaton Temple and the outermost courtyard.

A flock of monkeys approached and picked the fruits presented by the residents of Kukuh and children also helps by giving the fruit directly to the monkeys. While the barrel of monkeys descended on those carrying the fruit gebongan, they were very polite about taking the fruit.

The moment when the monkeys swarmed the people carrying the fruit was when photographers also became excited about capturing this moment. The scene of the semi-tamed monkeys of Alas Kedaton coming to grab fruit from local residents was an opportunity to capture some great shots. (kmb28)

Pecatu and Uluwatu offer monkeys fruit Gebogan existence of the monkeys and for their harmonious co-existence with the humans that visit Uluwatu tourist attraction and surrounding area. This harmony is a clear expression of concept of Tri Hita Karana. (harmonious relations with fellow humans, with the environment and with the divine).

According to chief of Pecatu customary village, I Made Sumerta, this activity is routinely held

every six months according to the Balinese calendar as is a way to actively express harmonious with the environment – specifically the monkeys. “This activity can also be interpreted as a way to ensure that the monkeys adapt well to visitors”, he added.

The monkeys, he added are also a positive contribution to tourism in the area of Uluwatu and thus to the welfare of the people of Pecatu. “The tourism

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Gebogan Parade at Alas Kedaton attraction

Expression of gratitude to God MANGUPUR A - The atmosphere outside of Uluwatu Temple on Saturday (Jan. 20) was different that usual. AS a way to celebrate Tumpek Kandang or Tumpek Uye, Pecatu customary village and the management of Uluwatu Temple tourist attraction, offered a two- meter high fruit gebogan (arrangement) and celebratory ritual for the monkeys in the area. This ritual serves as an expression of gratitude for the

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area of Uluwatu Temple is quite a complete tourist attraction that is known as “the five wonderful beauties At Uluwatu”, referring to the natural panorama, beautiful sunset, the temple, the Kecak Dance and the forest where visitors can see the monkeys”, explained Sumerta.

Operations Manager of Uluwatu Temple Courtyard Attraction, Wayan Wijana, added that: “ because the monkeys provide a great

benefit to the Uluwatu tourist attraction, it is important to maintain harmonious relations with these creatures according the Balinese concept of Tri Hita Karana”.

The presence of the monkeys attracts tourists and according to Wijana the number of visitors continues to increase every year.

In 2017 there were 2 approximately 2 million visitors but they aim to have 2 million visitors in 2018. (kmb23)

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Monday, January 22, 2018

Nice Carnival PARIS - If you’re looking for an excuse to come here, February is Carnival time.

It’s a wonderful opportunity to discover Nice’s mild climate, luminous skies and the art of luxury living on the French Riviera.

Stunning floats bedecked with flowers offer family-friendly fun, there are heaps of free activities for little ones.

Nice’s Carnival welcomes its gay visitors just as warmly as it greets any romantic couple or group of singles seeking exuberant entertainment after winter gloom.

Although each year has its own

unique elements, some traditional aspects have grown over more than a century: Carnival Parades by day and by night; Flower Battles; fireworks and the burning of an enormous King.

The Carnival King leads his Carnival Procession through the streets, with around twenty floats taking the theme of the year.

The King is accompanied by more than fifty giant-headed puppets, the Grosses Tetes.

Making the papier-mache figures uses centuries-old techniques, and the painting is done by specialist craftspeople.

Traveling Costumes are created to dress each character, the more flamboyant the better.

Just one puppet can weigh over two tons and tower over the watching crowds at twelve meters high.

A king must have a queen, and she is selected from a bevy of local beauties for the honour.

Her duties range from posing for Carnival photos to throwing posies of flowers from a float for the Flower Parade.

So she needs to be able to keep that lovely smile all day and into the night’s revelries.

Masks and Mardi Gras-style carnivals have a long association, stemming from the Middle Ages when the celebrations allowed oppressed peasants to mock the aristocracy.

Masks and disguises protected them from what might be a beheading offense.

The modern Nice Carnival dates from 1873 and continued with only brief interruptions for the more serious events of wars.

Unlike the carnivals of Venice, there’s no real expectation that visitors should wear costume or masks.

Far from grey skies and full of excitement, Nice at Carnival time is a riot of colour and commotion.

Parades take place on three or four afternoons or evenings a week during the Carnival period, and most are free, so you can save your cash for some luxury shopping or a more upmarket hotel.

There’s always an admission charge for the Bataille des Fleurs, but it’s well worth shelling out for.

International The final weekend of the Carnival includes a popular Bartenders Race, and the year’s Carnival King is burned in the sea on the last night, followed by a fantastic firework display.

The parade route changes slightly each year but usually follows part of the Promenade des Anglais.

Tickets for the stands are more expensive, but the cheapest allow you watch along the roadside.

Buy from the Nice Tourist Office if you like to plan in advance, or purchase from the stalls set up on the Promenade.

If you’re a planner, you might also want to pick up a French Riviera Pass with offers on attractions– buy online, or stop off and ask the helpful tourist office staff. (net)

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Chinese police examine perpetrators of cyber crime

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Limited land

Denpasar encourages urban farming application

A man works on a giant figure during preparations for the carnival parade in Nice, France, January 19, 2018.

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DENPASAR — Denpasar municipality always provides full opportunities for all parties to provide innovation in urban development.

For instance, a university and Tukad Bindu Foundation have initiative to encourage urban farming in Denpasar city. Implementation of this activity is one of the innovations of Tukad Bindu development for education aside from recreation and other activities.

Subdivision Head of Information and Public Relations, Regional Secretariat of Denpasar, I Wayan Hendaryana, when asked for his confirmation admitted that municipal government is very supportive and encouraging the role of private sectors and various stakeholders in providing innovation for agriculture in Denpasar city. This happens because the agricultural land in the city of Denpasar is very limited. So, it requires innovation and technology utilization in the agriculture as well as urban farming.

“The innovations from all parties such as private sector or other stakeholders are certainly very helpful for Denpasar government.

So, it can certainly encourage people to be independent in the procurement of food everyday and utilize the land at home yard to the maximum,” he concluded.

Meanwhile, a lecturer of Faculty of Agriculture, Mahasaraswati University, Dr. Yudariani, said that her Faculty of Agriculture has cooperated with Tukad Bindu Foundation and Denpasar municipality. The commitment is realized with a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) among all the involved stakeholders.

“We have signed the LoA with all the stakeholders related to the utilization of the existing land in Tukad Bindu (River) which will be used for field laboratory by Faculty of Agriculture,” explained Yudariani.

Further, she explained that urban

farming is the concept of transferring conventional agriculture to urban agriculture. According to Yudariani, the difference lies in the orientation only. “Conventional agriculture is oriented to produce while urban farming is more oriented to the character of the perpetrators namely the urban society,” he said.

The activities carried out every Sunday in the area of 200 square meters is expected to provide a challenge for students and surrounding communities to take advantage of the narrow land with the maximum, especially agriculture.

Later on, the program is designed to be implemented for at least three years. In the first year, it focuses on dividing river banks for certain plantations; in the second year on the program implementation and consolidation; and in the third year on achieving the goal of empowering the community around the Bindu Riverbank.

“In addition to having recreation, Tukad Bindu can also be a means of education for the community, especially in the field of agriculture, so the facilities in Tukad Bindu become complete, ranging from fitness facilities, various local foods, river scenery and so forth. And of course, we hope the surrounding people become more concerned with the environment,” he concluded.

Chairman of the Tukad Bindu Foundation, I.B. Ari Manik, really appreciated and supported the effort of applying urban farming agriculture in Denpasar city. Therefore, Gus Arik hoped the community to take care of the environment and nature today. “We encourage people to make early identification on the importance of protecting the environment so the habit of littering in the river can be minimized and the river is clean and useful for humans,” he said. (kmb12)

DENPASAR - Dozens of cyber criminals are still being detained in the Directorate of the Bali Police Alert Unit (Sabhara). They are still under investigation by Chinese police officers.

According to Chinese police standards, each perpetrator is accompanied by two officers.

As seen last Friday (Jan. 19), one by one of the perpetrators were handcuffed and brought from the Directorate of Bali Police Alert Unit Building and taken to the Directorate of Special Criminal Investigation Unit of Bali Police, each accompanied by two Chinese Police Officers as well as one alert unit officers armed with a long-barrelled firearm.

“The Chinese police arrived in Bali on Monday (Jan. 15) and while only six personnel were seen in the Bali Police Station, many others were on standby outside. According to SOP each perpetrator must be accompanied by two Chinese police officers. There are 63 perpetrators: explained one police officer.

Late in the afternoon, the Chinese police took two men and one woman to the Directorate of Special Criminal Investigation room to be questioned.

Spokesperson of Bali Police, Hengky Widjaja, accompanied by Deputy Director of Special Criminal Investigation Unit, Rudi Setiawan, confirmed that the

Chinese police had arrived in Bali and that the preliminary investigation and secondary investigations are underway.

The alleged criminals were apprehended after a team of officers from the Indonesian Police Headquarters, the CTOC Taskforce and the Bali Police Special Criminal Investigation conducted a raid in four locations; Jalan Tukad Badung XXI No. 22, Renon, South Denpasar, two locations on Jalan Sahadewa and Jalan Darmawangsa Gang SDN 2, South Kuta, last Thursday (Jan. 11), where several Chinese citizens as well as a man from East Java were arrested for their alleged involvement in online fraud.

On Jalan Tukad Badung police secured 25 people, most of whom are from China. Another 37 people were arrested in ??South Kuta. The Red-White Taskforce Team of the Indonesian Police Headquarters was led by Bagus, while Bali Police team led Deputy Director of Bali Police Special Criminal Investigation Unit, Rudi Setiawan.

Meanwhile, the 38 year old man from Madium East Java was arrested on 22 Jalan Tukad Badung XXI, Renon is Sumarianto. The alleged leader of the online fraud team is 41 year old Yap Kok Heong, from Malaysia and 41 year old Liao Jui Ko, from China. Evidence secured includes laptops, handphones, printers, small safe deposits and passports. (kmb36)

Mount Agung erupts, ash rises up to 2,500m: PVMBG JAKARTA - Mount Agung has erupted and is spewing volcanic ash along with smoke columns reaching 2,500 meters, the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry`s Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation Center (PVMBG) reported here on Friday.

During the eruption, a number of tremors also occurred for some 120 seconds, the Volcanology Center noted.

As seen from the Mount Agung Observatory Post, the volcanic ash moved toward the eastern section of the volcano.

In September last year, the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) raised the Mount Agung alert status to the highest level (IV), but in October, the authority lowered the status to the second-highest level (III). In November, BMKG once again raised the volcano`s alert status.

According to the volcanology center, Mount Agung released a few eruptions, spewing columns of ash and smoke. An orange

lava-burn was also spotted glowing at the volcano`s crater.

Following the eruption, the Aviation Color Code remains unchanged at the second-highest “orange” status.

The orange status indicates that the volcano may exhibit “heightened unrest with increased likelihood of eruption, or the volcano eruption is underway with no or minor ash emission.”

As reported by Anwar Sidiq and Devy Kamil Syahbana, two officers of the PVMBG, the eruption and ash emission may not continue, but the bright glow from the crater can be spotted during eruptions.

“The best estimate of the ash cloud`s top is around 18,054 feet (5,642 meters) above sea level, which may be higher than what can be observed clearly,” a report from the PVMBG`s official website stated.

The volcanology center has called on the villagers, as well as tourists and hikers, to avoid any areas within a six-kilometer radius from the crater of Mount

Agung.

“However, the dangerous areas may be expanded or changed at any time, depending on the evaluations conducted regularly by the authority,” it noted.

Within the six-km radius, some 12 villages have been notified as disaster-prone areas: Nawakerti, Jungutan, Buana Giri, Sebudi, Besakih, Datah, Pempatan, Tulamben, Dukuh, Kubu, Baturinggit, and Ban. “People from the 12 disasterprone villages have been evacuated to emergency camps in nearby districts,” the authorities revealed.

The PVMBG, on its website, has called on the people to remain alert about the volcanic mud that flows from the rivers on Mount Agung.

“Despite the potential danger, people living outside the disaster-prone villages may go about their business as usual, but they need to stay vigilant and follow the instructions is s ued by the authority,” it stressed. (ant)

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Electricity consumption growth target of PLN downs in 2018

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DENPASAR — Based on the record, the electricity consumption growth in Bali during the period of 2014-2016 reached 8-9 percent. Moreover, in 2016 the growth reached 11 percent. According to the Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) of 20172026, the average electricity consumption growth is targeted at 8.5 percent.

However, in 2017 an anomaly occurred that electricity consumption decreases. For the first time, the growth of electricity consumption in Bali is minus of 0.05 percent.

This becomes consideration of PLN Bali Distribution to the electricity consumption in 2018 targeted to grow at 6.5 percent.

General Manager of PLN Bali Distribution, I Nyoman Suwarjoni Astawa, said the declining electricity consumption in 2017 happened due to saving money awareness of Balinese people and volcanic activities of Mount Agung.

Public awareness has increased against the use of electricity.

Psychologically, people make savings after hearing the news on electricity tariff increase.

In addition, currently there has been a lot of electricityefficient equipment. Throughout 2017 it rained that made the temperature not too hot. This caused the use of air conditioning to decrease. This caused the decrease in household consumption. In terms of hotel consumption, it also decreased.

“I do not know if hotels make savings in terms of lamps or whether it happened due to differences in behavior of the in-house guests,” he said.

Based on the analysis in 2016, the number one position of foreign tourists visiting Bali is Australia, while in 2017, the number one position was occupied by China. “We do not know their behavior while living in Bali, whether they spend more time outside the hotel or staying inside to enjoy hotel facilities,” he explained.

Seeing that condition, in 2018 PLN targets the growth of electricity consumption at 6.5 percent. The efforts made are by simplifying the power add-on and new installation services. “We serve as soon as possible,” he said.

In addition, in 2018 he hoped that all regions in Bali can enjoy electricity by expanding access to electricity and building network. PLN also invites the public to wisely use energy by switching to electrical energy. For example, people are suggested to use electric stoves and electric bicycles. (kmb42)

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A Turkish military convoy arrives at a village on the Turkish-Syrian border in Kilis province, Turkey, January 21, 2018.

Turkish forces push into Syria, Kurdish militia says attacks repulsed

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The electricity consumption growth in Bali during the period of 2014-2016 reached 8-9 percent.

Evacuees face ongoing challenges despite respite roof still leaks

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The roof of regufee place is leaking

BANGLI - Although most evacuees from Mount Agung have returned home to their villages, many people are still living in evacuation posts. Everyone who was evacuated from their homes, has faced myriad challenges.

Now with some many people having returned homes, many challenges have been resolved or least lessened. The evacuation post at the International Kindergarten and Elementary School in Kubu Villgae, Bangli for example has had a leaky roof since people were first evacuated to this building.

Although the leaking here is not as bad as in other evacuations posts, like one in Rendang where evacuees found all there belongings soaking-wet after every heavy rains, a leaky roof is never

pleasant to deal with.

As one evacuee named I Negah Suwanda from Kesimpar hamlet, Besakih, Rendang, explained on Friday (Jan. 19), there has been a leak in the Bima II Building since he arrived there four months ago. “At that time it was quite crowded here as there were also evacuees from Keladian hamlet, Muncan and Kesimpar hamlet. My bed happened to be right under one of the leaks, so every time it rained hard, I had to move my bed over to one side”, he explained, adding that now that so many evacuees have gone home, he and his family moved to another part of the building where there is no leak”.

“I reported the leak to the evacuation post coordinator who arranged

for repairs to be done, But since so many evacuees were going home right around the time the repairs were going to be done, the repair job was cancelled”, added Suwanda. Now there are only about 6 families (20 people) in this evacuation post but we still hope the leaks will be repaired”, he said.

Another evacuee seeking refuge at the Bima II Building named Ni Kadek Kepir from Angsoka hamlet, Besakih, said that there are four leaks in the building but the one in the center is the worst. “There used to be a family living there but now that there is more room here, they have moved to another part of the building, and we just put buckets and towels down when it rains”, she said. (kmb41)

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JOHANNESBURG - Leaders of South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC)met on Saturday to outline the party’s programme for the coming year amid reports that its executive planned to force Jacob Zuma to quit as the country’s president.

An ANC spokeswoman declined to comment on a report by broadcaster eNCA saying that its newly-elected National Executive Committee (NEC) had resolved to ask Zuma - whose presidency has been hit by corruption allegations - to resign.

If Zuma refused, he would be forced to step down by the party’s six-strong leadership group, eNCA said.

An anonymous member of the NEC - which met for the first time under new ANC leader Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday and Friday - was quoted by online news site News24 as saying the decision to force Zuma to resign had been unanimous.

The NEC made no mention of Zuma’s possible early exit in a statement after the first two days of a four-day meeting.

“We can’t confirm rumours of things that we don’t know. The NEC has issued a statement on the totality of discussions yesterday,”

an ANC spokeswoman said.

DIVIDED PARTY Zuma retains the support of one part of the ANC leadership, but many others in the party argue that he has tarnished the image of Africa’s oldest liberation movement. While he has been in office, the economy has also slowed to a near-standstill.

Ramaphosa succeeded Zuma as ANC head last month, making him likely to replace Zuma as the country’s next president.

The party’s Secretary-General Ace Magashule said on Thursday that Zuma’s early removal as head of state was not on the agenda of the NEC meeting, which runs until Sunday.

But in recent days Ramaphosa has gone on the offensive against companies controlled by the Gupta family, businessmen friends of Zuma accused of unduly using political connections to win work with the state. Zuma, whose second term is due to run until 2019, has denied any wrongdoing, as have the Guptas.

That has fuelled speculation the new ANC leader and his allies are moving to lobby support for Zuma’s removal. (rtr)

AZAZ - Turkish ground forces pushed into northern Syria’s Afrin province on Sunday, the army said, after Turkey launched artillery and air strikes on a U.S.-backed Kurdish militia it aims to sweep from its border.

The Syrian-Kurdish YPG militia, supported by the United States but seen as a terrorist organisation

by Turkey, said it had repulsed the Turkish forces and their allies after fierce clashes.

It marked the second day of fighting after Ankara opened a new front in the nearly seven-year-old Syrian war.

Under what the Turkish government has called “Operation Olive Branch”, Turkish air strikes on Saturday pounded YPG positions in Afrin.

Turkey is targeting the U.S.backed fighters at a time when ties with ally Washington appear close to breaking point.

Turkey sees the YPG as an extension of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) which has carried out a deadly, three-decade insurgency in Turkey’s mainly Kurdish southeast. The United States is backing the YPG in Syria, seeing it as an effective partner in

the fight against Islamic State.

“The Olive Branch Operation is going on as planned, and the ground operation has started,” the Turkish army, NATO’s second-largest, said.

Prime Minister Binali Yildirim said the operation would create a 30-km (19-mile) “safe zone”, according to broadcaster HaberTurk.

ARTILLERY BOOM Turkey-backed Free Syrian Army rebel factions had captured a Kurdish village with no resistance and were clearing landmines, a Turkish official said.

The YPG said it had repulsed the Turkish forces.

“All the Turkish military’s ground attacks against Afrin have been repelled so far and they have been forced to retreat,” Nouri Mahmoudi, a YPG official, said. Since the morning, the combatants have exchanged shelling and clashed

along several frontlines around Afrin, he said.

The Turkish military said it had hit 153 targets so far, including shelters and hideouts used by Kurdish militants. The YPG has said Turkey’s strikes killed six civilians and three of its fighters and wounded 13 civilians.

The YPG has also accused Turkey of striking civilian districts and a camp for the displaced in Afrin.

Intense Turkish artillery fire and strikes continued to hit some villages, the YPG said. Fierce battles raged to the north and west of Afrin against Turkish forces and their Syrian rebel allies, said Birusk Hasaka, the YPG spokesman in Afrin.

A Reuters reporter in the northern Syrian town of Azaz, under the control of rebels from the Free Syrian Army factions, could hear the boom of artillery being fired into the region. (rtr)

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South Africa President Jacob Zuma (L) waves to supporters with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta during the African National Congress’ (ANC) 106th anniversary celebrations as ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa and his deputy David Mabuza (R) look on, in East London, South Africa, January 13, 2018.

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BUSINESS At a three-year high, euro faces ECB scrutiny

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Peed tradition of Sukawati maintains its fashion style

PAIN THRESHOLD European firms used to express more concern about the euro crossing what they called the pain threshold, curbing exports and so overall growth. The euro zone economy is currently motoring along at a decadehigh pace of 2.5 percent per year. Carsten Brzeski, Frankfurt-based economist for ING, says the impact of a strong euro on growth has steadily faded as an increasing number of invoices are denominated in euros and

companies are more active hedging their currency exposure.

“This time it matters more for inflation than for growth,” he said. Sustained euro strength, he said, would reduce the ECB’s inflation assumptions this year and next - 1.4 and 1.5 percent respectively - by 0.2 percentage points. This would move them further from the ECB target of close to but below 2 percent and reduce the prospects of an early and sudden end to quantitative easing.

Indeed, the most recent euro zone inflation figures vindicate the ECB’s easy policy stance. The rate in December fell to 1.4 percent from 1.5 percent in November and underlying inflation, excluding volatile energy, food, alcohol and tobacco, was a mere 0.9 percent for the third month in a row.

The euro might not have hit a pain threshold yet, but ECB policymakers will not want to encourage any further rise.

Jan von Gerich, economist at Nordea Markets, suggests ECB President Mario Draghi will sound a shade less optimistic than in December to convince markets that the next rate hike is not coming sooner and to stop the euro from rising further. “We expect to see some downside pressure on the euro and bond yields in response to the ECB’s immediate message next week,” he said in a note on Thursday.

AMERICA FIRST The Bank of Japan, with a two-day meeting ending on Tuesday, is also seen keeping policy on hold, including a pledge to keep short-term interest rates at minus 0.1 percent,

while painting a slightly better picture of the economy.

In the United States, whose Federal Reserve meets at the very end of January, data should show an economy racing on, with annualised growth forecast to be at least 3 percent for the third consecutive quarter in the Oct-Dec period. Consumer spending has been strong and business investment solid.

U.S. President Donald Trump may see such a rate as confirmation that he is making America great again. Harm Bandholz, chief U.S. economist of UniCredit, tempers the optimism, saying a range of factors, including inventories, trade, oil and the savings rate, are providing temporary boosts and will fade.

Without a planned tax cut, another temporary boost, Bandholz says growth would fall back to 2-2.5 percent by mid-2018, towards

what he sees as potential U.S. growth of 1.5-2 percent. On the trade front, the coming week may also see more signals about Trump’s “America First” stance. U.S., Canadian and Mexican negotiators will convene in Montreal from Tuesday in talks to update the North American Free Trade Agreement.

Prospects for the talks are unclear. Trump told Reuters on Wednesday that terminating NAFTA would result in the “best deal” to revamp the pact, which he blames for Mexico’s large trade surplus with the United States.

Economists polled by Reuters, however, broadly expect NAFTA to be renegotiated with only minor changes. The week will close with the president himself delivering a highly anticipated speech on last day of the World Economic Forum at Davos in the Swiss Alps. (rtr)

European shares on a high as optimism on earnings, economy, grow MILAN/LONDON - European shares rose to highs not seen since 2008 as growing confidence in corporate earnings and in the strength of the global economy continued to fuel a bull market, which shrugged off fears of a possible U.S. government shutdown. The euro zone’s STOXX benchmark index closed up 0.73 percent at 402.95 points, its highest level in 10 years and the pan-regional STOXX 600 benchmark rose 0.5 percent to 400.71 points, a 2-1/2 year peak.

“In 2017 we were in a catchup phase and now we are going

beyond”, said Philippe Waechter, chief economist at Natixis AM, commenting on the strength of euro zone shares.

“We are in a period of robust growth, markets are integrating this and because there are no signs of fragility, they have no reason to change directions”, he added.

The European results season shifts into gear next week with equity valuations at their highest in more than a year and investors betting that the engine of earnings upgrades has plenty more fuel in the tank.Strategists at Bank of

America Merrill Lynch also said that the relentless rise in global stocks should extend in the shortterm as investors pump record amounts of cash into equities.

Stocks were higher across all sectors at the exception of energy, down 0.77 percent, tracking a fall in crude prices. At the opposite, the European Personnal and Households goods index jumped 1.5 percent with Adidas up 6.9 percent and France’s SEB on a 4 percent rise.

The basic resources index, where big mining stocks are listed, rose

0.6 percent as metals prices were buoyed by the first acceleration in China’s economic growth in seven years. Among outstanding movers were shares in OC Oerlikon , up 5.5 percent, after the Swiss-listed textile-and-surfacing solutions group forecast rising textile margins following two big Chinese orders.

“These contracts point to a stronger and more sustainable recovery of the investment cycle in the manmade/polyester industry especially in the key manmade market in China,” Baader Helvea

said in a note, affirming its buy rating.

Software AG rose 1.7 percent to its highest level in 18 years, supported by the prospect of a rise in 2018 earnings as a result of tax reforms in the United States. Among British mid-caps, a profit warning sent crematorium operator Dignity down about 50 percent.

Britain’s biggest floor coverings retailer Carpetright also warned on profits, sending its shares plummeting 39.4 percent and weighing on home improvement retailer Kingfisher, down 2.3 percent.(rtr)

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Hundreds of residents participated in the mapeed tradition held in a series of pujawali (temple anniversary) at Dalem Gede Temple of Sukawati on Anggara Kliwon Tambir on Tuesday (Dec. 26). Aside from being a sacred activity, the tradition adorning every anniversary of trinity temples of Sukawati village is also held by maintaining Balinese customary fashion with the typical style of Sukawati village.

Hundreds of male and female residents walked in pair and dressed in Balinese makeup and fashion ranging from children, teenagers, housewives coalesced into PKK group to the elderly. They were enthusiastic to walk from Dalem Temple to Beji Cengcengan Temple of Sukawati village bordered with Guwang village.

Sacred value of this tradition lies in the purpose of mepeed namely picking up holy water at Taman Beji Temple. Furthermore, this holy water will be used for ritual in the temple anniversary that lasted for four days until Friday (Dec. 29).

“So during the pujawali, the mapeed procession is held every day in the afternoon,” said Chief of Sukawati customary village, I Nyoman Suwantha, on Tuesday.

Like the mepeed procession elsewhere, at Sukawati village it began with rows of lolentakan, umbrella, pasepan and other ritual paraphernalia, while male or female residents in Balinese makeup and fashion were in the middle. In the rear, the participants of the mapeed were accompanied with baleganjur gamelan orchestra.

Different hamlets were involved in the fourday mapeed tradition. At Sukawati, there is a

BRUSSELS - After hitting a three-year high against the dollar, the strong euro is likely to preoccupy global markets and European Central Bank policymakers in particular in the coming week. The ECB, whose Governing Council meets on Thursday, last expressed concern over the single currency in September, when it said exchange rate volatility was an uncertainty that required “monitoring”.

Then the euro had only briefly nudged beyond $1.20. In the last week it has surpassed $1.23, and is now some 4 percent higher than when ECB policymakers met in December, although on a trade-weighted basis the euro’s rise is not as steep.

Its January surge followed the release of minutes from the December ECB meeting showing the bank intended to revisit its policy message in early 2018, prompting markets to price in a 70 percent chance of a rise in interest rates by the end of the year.

The ECB last hiked rates in 2011. Reuters reported on Wednesday that the ECB was unlikely to ditch its pledge to keep buying bonds at its January meeting.

Public comments in the past week show its policymakers are growing more alert to the euro’s strength. Vice-President Vitor Constancio said that, while the ECB did not have an exchange rate target, he was concerned by sudden movements that did not reflect changes in fundamentals. Austrian central bank chief Ewald Nowotny called the euro’s gains against the dollar “not helpful”.

Monday, January 22, 2018

Plecing Gonda … Wow It’s Quite Delicious Vegetable Speaking about Balinese traditional culinary traditions will never end. One of the menus having not been widely known is plecing gonda (gooseweed with hot spices).

However, in one region, this type of green vegetable sometimes becomes favorite food. Moreover, it is processed in a simple manner.

It just needs to be boiled and then mixed with tomato seasoning and fried onion to make the taste very delicious. It offers typical and tempting aroma.

Plecing gonda has become a typical food for Balinese community. This vegetable menu is very close to farmers living in countryside. Other than easy to get the ingredient, the preparation is also easy. Simply fill with spices in the form of garlic, chili, large chili peppers, tomatoes, shrimp paste, lemon and salt to taste, plecing gonda is already tasted different from other vegetables.

The preparation is not too complicated. Ingredient in the form of gonda is boiled until cooked.

All spices are cleaned, pulverized until subsequently fried, except for lemon. Well, the serving of gonda having been boiled is spiced and

then mixed until finely blended.

To give a distinctive taste, it can be provided with grated kaffir lime.

Other than by boiling, this gooseweed vegetable can also be cooked by stir-frying. Optionally, it can also be roasted and then given seasoning like salt, chili and coconut oil (traditionally processed).

Such cooking method was usually performed by farmers that have completed their work in the fields. When they arrive home, they usually carry a handful of gooseweed. This vegetable is processed as above and then eaten with the family.

Gonda plants are very close to farmers’ life in Bali, especially farmers in Tabanan, right in Ole hamlet, Marga Dauh Puri, Marga subdistrict. This type of plant is actually a weed plant, but taken advantage by farmers as a daily food. It is planted on the sidelines of paddy plants (by intercropping), so it does not require a large area.

Harvest time is also very short namely about 20-25 days. The color is green. It does not need to be sprayed with chemicals, so the gonda is free from chemicals. (kmb)

term known as krama penyatusan. “We have 12 hamlets which coalesced into 4 satusan (group), where on the first day was the turn of Tebuana, then Palak on the second day, Telabah on the third day and Gelumpang on the last day,” he explained.

Chief of customary village, I Nyoman Suwantha, affirmed that mepeed on every temple anniversary must always be held. In addition to maintaining the tradition, it also serves as cultural preservation.

He also always reminded his residents to maintain the makeup and fashion having become the typical styles of Sukawati. One is them is the use of rear kancut for adult women. “Balinese makeup and fashion style indeed have dynamic nature. In the past, they were dominated by modified style, but now we gradually start to improve,” he explained.

He also involved specifically the association of customary village apparatus spouse to provide coaching for residents that would participate in the mapeed. They were asked to promote Balinese makeup and fashion with the simple style of Sukawati. “So, in terms of cost, it is affordable to all levels of society,” he added. (kmb)

Badung students trained in Manuscript Writing

In order to explore, develop and preserve customary and cultural values, the Government of Badung’s Culture Agency provided training for 30 local high school students of SMAN 1 South Kuta in ancient manuscript writing between March 28th and the 30th, 2016.

The traiining was official opened on Monday (Mar.28) by head of Culture Agency represented by secretary, I Made Rustan.

IN his speech read by I Made Rustan, the Culture Agency head stated that the young generation plays an important role as a cultural successor. Local cultural assets can protect young people from the negative influences of the era of globalization. The quite aggressive influence of global culture -through electronic and print media, has caused younger generation to lose a firm hold on their identity.

By leanring about their local culutre, it is expected that young people will want to explore the vast welath that it holds and will also preserve the traditional arts.

Through the traditional manuscript writing training, these young people will be better equiped to

preserve their cultural values and maintain their sublieme and sacred heritage.

Chairman of the trainning committee, Ni Wayan Arsini, reported that the writing on palm-leaf train-

ing for the young people is intended to encourage young people to be the successors of Balinese scripts and indigenous culture, especially in the district of Badung district but also througtou Bali. (kmb)

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At least five dead in attack on Kabul’s Intercontinental Hotel

KABUL - Gunmen dressed in army uniforms who stormed Kabul’s Intercontinental Hotel battled Afghan Special Forces for 13 hours in an overnight siege that left at least five people dead, officials and witnesses said on Sunday.

The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack, which saw more than 150 guests flee, with some shimmying down tied-together sheets from upper-floor windows and others rescued by Afghan forces.

Abdul Rahman Naseri, a guest who was at the hotel for a conference, was in the hall of the hotel when he saw four insurgents dressed in army uniforms.

“They were shouting in Pashto (language), ‘Don’t leave any of them alive, good or bad. Shoot and kill them all,’ one of them shouted,” Naseri said.

“I ran to my room on the second floor. I opened the window and tried to get out using a tree but the branch broke and I fell to the ground. I hurt my back and broke a leg.”

Interior Ministry spokesman Najib Danish said the siege ended on Sunday when the last gunman was shot dead.

Even after officials said the attack was over, sporadic gunshots and explosions could be heard from the site.

It is unclear exactly how many gunmen were involved. Danish said three gunmen were killed, while witnesses said four were involved and the Taliban said five.

At least five other people were killed and six wounded, a lower casualty total than earlier feared, while 153 people, including 41 foreigners were evacu-

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The raid was the latest in a long series of attacks which have underlined the city’s precarious situation and the ability of militants to mount high profile operations aimed at undermining confidence in the Western-backed government.

As day broke on Sunday, thick clouds of black smoke could be seen pouring from the building.

Several armoured U.S. military vehicles with heavy machine guns could be seen close to the hotel along with Afghan police units.

Hotel manager Ahmad Haris Nayab, who escaped unhurt, said the attackers had got into the main part of the hotel through a kitchen before going through the hotel, with many guests trapped in their rooms.

“When the sixth floor caught fire this morning, my roommate told me, either burn or escape,” said Mohammad Musa, who was hiding in his room on the top floor when he heard gunfire.

“I got a bed sheet and tied it to the balcony. I tried to come down but I was heavy and my arms were not strong enough. I fell down and injured my shoulder and leg.”

The raid came just days after a U.S. embassy warning of possible attacks on hotels in Kabul.

The Intercontinental Hotel, an imposing 1960s structure set on a hilltop and heavily protected like most public buildings in Kabul, was previously attacked by Taliban fighters in 2011.

It is one of two main luxury hotels in the city and had been due to host an information technology conference on Sunday. More than 100 IT managers and engineers were on site when the attack took place, Ahmad Waheed, an official at the telecommunications ministry, said. (rtr)

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A man tries to escape from a balcony at Kabul’s Intercontinental Hotel during an attack by gunmen in Kabul, Afghanistan January 21, 2018.

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Activists hold a pinata resembling U.S. President Donald Trump as they mark one year anniversary of Trump inauguration with a protest outside the U.S embassy in Mexico City, Mexico January 20, 2018.

First day of U.S. government shutdown ends in standoff

WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers were locked in a standoff with Democrats on Saturday over the U.S. government shutdown, with Republicans saying they would not negotiate on immigration until the government is reopened.

Funding for federal agencies ran out at midnight with no agreement in Congress, meaning the second year of Trump’s presidency began without a fully functioning government.

Democrats stuck to demands that any short-term spending legislation must include protections for young undocumented immigrants known as “Dreamers.” Republicans in turn said they would not negotiate on immigration until Democrats gave them the votes needed to reopen the government.

U.S. government workers were told to stay home or, in some cases, work without pay until new funding is approved in the first federal government shutdown since a 16-day funding lapse in October 2013.

The Republican-controlled Senate and House of Representatives held rare weekend sessions on Saturday, facing a political crisis that could affect November congressional elections. By about 7 p.m. both chambers resigned themselves to failure and agreed to resume work on Sunday.

Both Republicans and Democrats had dug in during the day, each side blaming the other.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the Senate would vote at 0100 EST (0600 GMT) Monday on a bill to fund the government through Feb. 8, unless Democrats agree to hold it sooner.

“We’ll be right back at this tomorrow and for as long as it takes” for Democrats to vote for legislation that would reopen the government, McConnell said.

Outside the U.S. Capitol, parks, open-air monuments and Smithsonian museums were open as a second annual women’s rights march took place

on the National Mall. But visitors were turned away from the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia and the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in New York Harbor.

A scheduled trip by Trump and some Cabinet members to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, was being assessed on a day-to-day basis, White House budget director Mick Mulvaney said.

Republicans said they would refuse to negotiate on immigration until Democrats provide the votes to re-open the government. Democrats insisted they have been willing to compromise but Republicans backed out of deals.

“The president will not negotiate on immigration reform until Democrats stop playing games and reopen the government,” said White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders.

Marc Short, the White House’s legislative affairs director, said Trump had been in contact with Republican leaders in Congress during the day, but had not reached out to Democrats.

Short said the president likely would be most effective making the case for ending the shutdown directly to the American people, and he did not rule out Trump addressing the nation in the coming days.

The tough message from the White House and Republicans in Congress led to speculation that Washington could be in for a prolonged political battle.

At the U.S. Capitol, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer delivered a stinging portrayal of Trump as an unreliable negotiating partner, saying the two sides came close to an agreement several times only to have Trump back out at the urging of antiimmigration conservatives.

“Negotiating with President Trump is like negotiating with Jell-O,” said Schumer, who met Trump at the White House on Friday for a 90-minute meeting that had briefly raised hopes. “It’s impossible to negotiate with a constantly moving target.” (rtr)

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Japan explores cooperation on Citarum river conservation

BOGOR - Japan is exploring cooperation with Indonesia on the conservation of Citarum River in West Java as part of a number of project agreements between the two countries, according to Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi. Minister Marsudi accompanied President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) to receive the special envoy, Toshihiro Nikai, sent by Japanese Prime Minister Toshihiro Nikai, along with his delegation, at the Bogor Presidential Palace on Friday.

Environmental cooperation was among the topics discussed during a bilateral meeting, including the exploration of the conservation of Citarum River, which still needs a separate formulation. “The deputy of the Japanese environment minister will visit Citarum River for a preliminary assessment of conservation cooperation,” Marsudi noted.

President Jokowi has ordered an immediate revitalization of the longest and largest river in West Java, considering its vital role in upholding the livelihood of the people.

Citarum River is the source of drinking water for 27.5 million people living in West Java and Jakarta and the source of irrigation for 420 thousand hectares of rice fields. Three hydropower plants--Saguling, Cirata, and Jatiluhur---which can produce 1,400MW of electricity, also get their energy source from the Citarum streams.

Maritime Affairs Coordinating Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan has expressed his commitment to restoring Citarum River after it was heavily polluted by waste from domestic and textile industries.

The minister has sought to clean the river so that within the next five to 10 years, starting from this year, people will be able to use water directly from the river. He also wanted to ensure that all factories install waste-processing units, and the people living near the river build a bathing/washing/toilet complex. (rtr)

Endangered orangutan shot before being decapitated in Indonesia JAKARTA - A critically endangered Bornean orangutan found dead in Indonesia’s Central Kalimantan province on Monday died three days earlier from air rifle wounds before it was decapitated, Indonesia’s Centre for Orangutan Protection said. Authorities previously said the great ape appeared to have been stabbed multiple times in the latest in a string of unnatural orangutan deaths on the island to which they are native.

A necropsy carried out by police and the centre found 17 air rifle bullets in the male orangutan corpse, “proving” it died because of humans, said Ramadhani, the center’s habitat protection manager.

“Our strong suspicion is that this orangutan died because it was shot using an air rifle through the heart, lungs and stomach,” he said in a statement on the center’s website. (http://bit.ly/2DPIBnb) The World Wildlife Fund estimates there are 104,700 Bornean orangutans, known for their broad faces and dark brown fur, left in the world.

Indonesia has vast swathes of plantations growing palm oil or coffee on deforested land that conservationists say often encroach on or disrupt ecosystems. Plantation workers sometimes encounter wildlife and may capture or kill the animals.

Data from the Centre for Orangutan Protection shows more than 15 of the creatures had been killed by humans or found dead in unnatural circumstances since 2011. An investigation into the latest case is a test of the bravery of the Environment and Forestry Ministry, Ramadhani said. (rtr)

Indonesian President Jokowi shows off his blinged-out gold motorbike

JAKARTA - Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo is known to be a fan of heavy metal music. In Nov. 2017, he was gifted a box set of Metallica’s records by Denmark’s Prime Minister Lars Rasmussen.

But now he has the perfect opportunity to blast that music, while roaring down Indonesia’s highways on his shiny new gold chopper. On Jan. 21, Jokowi posted a photo of himself standing next to a gold motorbike on his official Facebook page. “I finally have a motorcycle designed and created by the nation’s citizens. A chopper-style motorcycle with its

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trademark low rider position, relaxed seat, and a little high handlebars.

The engine is from a Royald Enfield 350 cc, the rest is a workshop modification by Elders Garage and its partners. Bandung leather upholstery, sewn nice and neat. The frame is designed for the average size of Indonesians by Veroland and made in Jakarta.

I bought this gold-colored motorbike not just because I like it, but also to build the brand value of the work of the nation’s citizens. Once it was reported, my son called. He asked for this bike. Wow, I haven’t even ridden the bike and already I’ve been asked to lend it!” (ant)

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Monday, January 22, 2018

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Roadside Japanese Caves At Banjarangkan, Klungkung

SEMARAPURA - Indonesia including Bali was once occupied by Japanese troops. One of the historical footprints left that can be witnessed up to these days is the protection caves. Probably, the most prominent cave in Bali is the one at Koripan village, Banjarangkan, Klungkung. Approximately 6 km from the west City Semarapura, and takes approximately 80 minutes drive from Ngurah Rai when using a motor vehicle and approximately 43 km of distance traveled from the city of Denpasar. Japanese cave is one of attractions located in Klungkung regency. This cave is memories - memories of Japanese heritage and is in a very strategic location made ??on the cliff wall in the street department-Semarapura Denpasar, on the Bubuh river.

History made of ??this cave, starting from circa 1941-1942 and serve as a refuge or bangker by Dai Nippon Japanese army in an attempt to defend themselves from attack allied forces during the Second World War. Japanese cave heritage cave consists of 16 holes with a depth of 14 meters, two of which are not related to each other, one is located at the southern end of the fruit and the other tip of the north, while the other is connected by a corridor extending north south direction.

Circumstances in the dark and damp cave, for those who like a challenge just trying to get inside. Many local and foreign travelers come here to see these Japanese relics.

This historical heritage shall be preserved, in memory of the heroes in the colonial period and cruelty romusha, the people who were forced to build Japan’s interests, in which cruelty and occupation of any kind should be eliminated from this earth. For those of you who like the relics of history, seem to have nothing to lose to take a moment to this place, and subsequently trips the tour you can continue to Kerthagosa in Klungkung town center which has a history of royal in Bali until colonial rule also Belanda. dan the Kamasan village an existing village in Klungkung.

Communities around the cave sites livelihood as farmers, as the development of the current era, there is also work as employees and vendors. With Goa maketh Japan as one of the attractions in Klungkung expected to boost the economy in the area. When you visit Bali, especially to the Klungkung area, japanese caveHeritage is an alternative tourist destination that you should visit. (net)

Monday, January 22, 2018

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Nadal weathers blast from pocket rocket Schwartzman

MELBOURNE - Top seed Rafa Nadal was rattled by a feisty challenge from Diego Schwartzman but held firm to fend off the diminutive Argentine 6-3 6-7(4) 6-3 6-3 and reach his 10th Australian Open quarter-final on Sunday.

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Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts during his match against Diego Schwartzman of Argentina.

In an often breathtaking clash laden with sumptuous shot-making, the Spaniard was rocked by the hard-hitting Schwartzman who broke him three times to claim the second set at Rod Laver Arena.

But the 16-times grand slam champion responded with typical grit, bolstering his defence to blanket the 24th seed’s firepower and counterpunching brilliantly to book a match with Croatia’s Marin Cilic.

After three cakewalks in the previous rounds, the three-hour 51-minute work-out was timely, said Nadal, who came into the tournament with some queries over a knee injury.

“You can’t expect easy matches when you’re playing in big tournaments,” the world number one told reporters after saving all his seven break points in the final set.

“It’s always better winning in two hours than in four. But that’s it. It was a good test for me.

It was a lot of hours on court. Moments under pressure.

“A lot of positive things that I managed well.

“But being honest, too, moments like this helps to be more confident in yourself, in your body.”

The victory ensured Nadal, who lost a five-set classic to long-time rival Roger Federer in the final last year, will retain his world number one ranking.

It also put the Mallorcan equal second with Stefan Edberg on the number of quarter-final appearances in the Australian grand slam in the professional era. Federer, naturally, leads with 14.

The jet-heeled Schwartzman joined the grand slam quarter-final club at the U.S. Open, a milestone moment during an impressive rise up the rankings in 2017.

Nadal had seen off his first three opponents without dropping a set but it was soon clear at Rod Laver Arena that Schwartzman was cut from a different cloth. (rtr)

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SOUTH CAROLINA - Setting a potential 60 metres world record of 6.37 seconds turned out to be just part of the challenge for American Christian Coleman.

With no drug testing at the meeting in South Carolina on Friday, Coleman drove towards Atlanta, Georgia, two hours away, to meet testers at a road side stop, provide a required sample and fill out paperwork as a part of the record ratification. But questions remain as to whether the run will be ratified as a world record.

Electronic starting blocks, along with doping testing, are two of the requirements for a world record, USA Track and Field official Duffy Mahoney told Reuters on Saturday.

But Mark Elliott, the head coach at Clemson University, where world silver medallist Coleman ran, said while the blocks used in

the race were certified they were not electronic, which is typical for college meetings.

“All I can tell you is he ran the world record time,” Elliott told Reuters. “It was an amazing run .... almost unbelievable.”

Mahoney said it would be up to the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) to determine record ratification.

The IAAF was not available for immediate comment.

Mahoney, USATF’s chief of sport performance, said he would decide on Monday whether to forward the performance to the global governing body for possible ratification.

He said it was also possible Coleman’s mark could become an American record even if the IAAF does not ratify it because the organisations have different criteria.

Coleman’s time bettered the

recognised world record of 6.39 seconds, first set 20 years ago by 2000 Olympic champion Maurice Greene.

Whether Coleman gains the world record, he and his management team worked hard to ensure the possibility.

“The race took six seconds but we have been at it for six hours to get the testing done,” Coleman’s agent Emanuel Hudson told Reuters after shepherding the process through several phone calls and even live social media from his California office.

Part of the problem was not only finding a drug tester, but ensuring the proper forms for a world record were available.

Coleman, who was days away from his second birthday when Greene first set his world record in 1998, said the extra time was worth it since without the drug test there

would be no chance for a record.

“It has been a pretty good day for me,” the sprinter told Reuters, still going strong more than two hours after midnight.

“I always knew the sky was the limit as far as the potential I

have.”

Having the same agent as Greene, the two have chatted from time to time and Coleman said: “...I told him I was coming for his record. He said he believed I had the capabilities.” (rtr)

Christian Coleman

IBP/net

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Monday, January 22, 2018

Monday, January 22, 2018

Sp rt Aguero treble gets City back on track, United keep up the chase

BURNLEY - A Sergio Aguero hat-trick helped Manchester City get back to winning ways in the Premier League with a 3-1 victory over Newcastle United, as they stayed 12 points ahead of Manchester United who had to dig deep to secure a 1-0 win at Burnley. Chelsea stayed three points adrift of United as they enjoyed a 4-0 victory at Brighton and Hove Albion, while Arsenal were quick off the mark, scoring four goals inside the first 22 minutes in a 4-1 win over Crystal Palace.

Having suffered their first league defeat of the season at Liverpool last weekend, Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City side initially struggled to find rhythm at the Etihad Stadium before Aguero glanced in a Kevin De Bruyne cross after 34 minutes. The Argentine doubled their lead from the penalty spot shortly after the hour mark when Raheem Sterling was brought down by Javier Manquillo in the box.

Four minutes later, Jacob Murphy dinked the ball over home goalkeeper Ederson to score his first goal for Newcastle and briefly bring them back into contention.

However, the day belonged to Aguero who scored his 14th goal against the Magpies in the league seven minutes from fulltime to keep City on course for the title. Playing before their rivals, United did briefly close the gap to City to nine points, thanks to a goal from Anthony Martial.

The Frenchman blasted home off the under-side of the bar in the 54th minute after brilliant work from Romelu Lukaku, who held off two challenges before finding the Frenchman with a sweeping cross-field pass. Burnley, who slip to eighth with the loss, fought hard for an equaliser and Icelandic winger Johann Berg Gudmundsson struck the bar with a free kick. “It was certainly a battle and that is what you get when you come to Turf Moor - it is about character and we showed that in abundance today,” said United defender Phil Jones.

Atletico title hopes hit, Montella earns Sevilla win

BARCELONA - Atletico Madrid’s faint hopes of chasing down runaway Liga leaders Barcelona suffered a fresh blow on Saturday as they were held to a 1-1 draw at home to Girona, meaning they could fall 11 points adrift if the Catalans beat Real Betis on Sunday. Sevilla coach Vincenzo Montella earned his first win in La Liga at the third attempt earlier on Saturday as his impressive side secured a 3-0 win at Espanyol to go fifth in the standings.

Valencia succumbed to a surprise 2-1 defeat at basement club Las Palmas, who earned a first

Manager Jose Mourinho said after the game that he “thinks” Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez will complete his move to Old Trafford, while British media reports said that Henrikh Mkhitaryan was due to have a medical at Arsenal in the next 48 hours to complete the transfer swap.

win under coach Paco Jemez as the visitors finished the game with nine men. Gabriel Paulista was shown two yellow cards in quick succession and fellow defender Ruben Vezo was also sent off.

Vi l l a r r e a l p r o v i s i o n a l l y knocked champions Real Madrid out of the top four after beating Levante 2-1 to go fourth, although Zinedine Zidane’s side can climb back above them if they beat struggling Deportivo La Coruna on Sunday.

Atletico are second in the standings on 43 points after 20 games, Valencia are third on 40

and Villarreal fourth on 34. Barca are top with 51 and have played one game fewer, while Real have 32 points after 18 games.

Atletico’s Antoine Griezmann capitalised on a cushioned Diego Costa header to volley them ahead in the 34th minute and score for the first time in five league games, but Liga debutants Girona have caused problems for the top teams all season and hit back.

GRIEZMANN WITHDRAWN

With one eye on next week’s King’s Cup quarter-final second leg against Sevilla, Simeone withdrew Costa after 61 minutes

ARSENAL RAMPANT

The disappointment of Arsenal fans in losing Sanchez will have been eased by their attacking display against Crystal Palace in a comfortable win at the Emirates.

Arsenal, who hadn’t won in their last five games in all competitions, struck their four goals in a blistering start to the match.

Nacho Monreal headed in from a Granit Xhaka corner and then turned provider for close-range goals by Alex Iwobi in the 10th and central defender Laurent Koscielny three minutes later.

French striker Alexandre Lacazette made it four for the home side in the 22nd minute, collecting a clever backheel from Mesut Ozil in the area before turning to curl his strike around outstretched Palace keeper Wayne Hennessey. Palace captain Luka Milivojevic pulled one back for the visitors in the 78th minute. Eden Hazard scored twice as Chelsea enjoyed a 4-0 victory at Brighton and Hove Albion -- giving Antonio Conte’s side their first league win of 2018.

Hazard and Willian struck inside six minutes to set them on their way. With Brighton pushing forward, Hazard brilliantly netted a third 13 minutes from time before Victor Moses made it four late on.

The win took Chelsea above Liverpool -- who play on Monday -- into third. With one win in 13 league games, Brighton are 16th, just two points above the relegation zone. Stoke City got themselves out of the bottom three, with new manager Paul Lambert enjoying a 2-0 win over Huddersfield Town. Fellow strugglers West Bromwich Albion picked up a useful point at Everton in a 1-1 draw. (rtr)

REUTERS/Darren Staples

Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero celebrates after Kevin De Bruyne scored their first goal

Action Images/Andrew Boyers

Wolves’ Ruben Neves speaks with referee Bobby Madley after Nottingham Forest’s Kieran Dowell scored their first goal

Wolves lead cut at top of Championship after surprise defeat Wolverhampton Wanderers saw their lead at the top of England’s second tier Championship cut to nine points after they suffered a 2-0 loss at home to Nottingham Forest on Saturday -- their first league defeat since late October. First-half goals from Kieran Dowell and Ben Osborn were enough for Forest to pick up a first win in seven games, and give new boss Aitor Karanka his first victory since taking charge.

Second-placed Derby County will rue the fact they were held to a goalless draw by fellow promotion hopefuls Bristol City on Friday, missing the chance to cut Wolves’ lead yet further.

Debutant Cameron Jerome thought he had earned Derby a golden chance to earn victory late on, but rather than winning a penalty, Jerome was cautioned for simulation by the referee. Scott Hogan scored twice in three firsthalf minutes as fourth-placed Aston Villa beat Barnsley 3-1 to close the gap on Derby to three points.

Hogan’s double was followed up by Dimitri Cavare’s goal for Barnsley, with Conor Hourihane adding a third for Villa against his former club. Cardiff City climbed back above Villa but missed the chance to move level on points with

Derby as they were held to a goalless draw by Sheffield Wednesday in the day’s late kick-off.

Millwall snatched a 4-3 victory over 10-man Leeds United after a quite incredible game at Elland RoadAiden O’Brien put the visitors ahead before home captain Liam Cooper was sent off, making it three red cards in as many games for the hosts. Lee Gregory then scored seemingly to put the game to bed, before Pierre-Michel Lasogga got Leeds back in it.

Kemar Roofe then scrambled an equaliser and Lasogga thought he had won it with a 25-metre effort.

But, Tom Elliott levelled three minutes from the end and Jed Wallace secured the win in stoppage time.

Sheffield United enjoyed a 2-1 triumph on the road at Norwich City. Manchester United loanee James Wilson opened the scoring and Clayton Donaldson added a second. Ivo Pinto replied but it was not enough.

Tony Pulis’s Middlesbrough won on the road at Queens Park Rangers thanks to goals from Daniel Ayala, George Friend and Adama Traore, while Joel Asoro’s goal proved enough for struggling Sunderland as they pulled Hull City closer to trouble with a 1-0 win. (rtr)

Atletico Madrid’s Diego Costa in action

REUTERS/Sergio Perez

and Griezmann after 71 and Girona did not take long to capitalise on the reduced attacking threat. Visiting striker Portu slid in to beat goalkeeper Jan Oblak in the 73rd minute after Atletico midfielder Koke failed to properly clear the danger in the area and the ball landed at the feet of Bernardo Espinoza who played it through.

“It’s hard to explain the substitutions because people will just look at the result,” Simeone said.

“Costa had discomfort in his muscles in the first half and I preferred to take him off so he didn’t get injured. I took off Griezmann because I thought the game was under control and Koke could give us an extra hand in the middle to provide passes to (Kevin) Gameiro but that didn’t happen.”

Valencia marched into an early lead at Las Palmas through Santi Mina but Jonathan Viera struck against his former team to level in the 20th minute and Jonathan

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Calleri put the home side ahead from the penalty spot in the 53rd minute after Paulista was dismissed for a handball followed by dissent. Helped by the numerical advantage, Las Palmas held on to claim their first league win since Dec. 3 to lift them off the bottom of the table and up to 19th in the standings on 14 points.

Sevilla coach Vincenzo Montella earned his first win in La Liga at the third attempt earlier on Saturday as his impressive side secured a 3-0 win at Espanyol to go fifth in the standings.

Franco Vazquez knocked in a loose ball on the rebound after a well crafted move to put Sevilla in front in the 15th minute, Pablo Sarabia added another before halftime and Luis Muriel rounded off the victory with a late third.

Sevilla lost to Real Betis and Alaves in their first two Liga games under Montella but were lifted by a late fightback that saw them beat Atletico 2-1 in the King’s Cup on Wednesday. (rtr)

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Monday, January 22, 2018

Sp rt Aguero treble gets City back on track, United keep up the chase

BURNLEY - A Sergio Aguero hat-trick helped Manchester City get back to winning ways in the Premier League with a 3-1 victory over Newcastle United, as they stayed 12 points ahead of Manchester United who had to dig deep to secure a 1-0 win at Burnley. Chelsea stayed three points adrift of United as they enjoyed a 4-0 victory at Brighton and Hove Albion, while Arsenal were quick off the mark, scoring four goals inside the first 22 minutes in a 4-1 win over Crystal Palace.

Having suffered their first league defeat of the season at Liverpool last weekend, Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City side initially struggled to find rhythm at the Etihad Stadium before Aguero glanced in a Kevin De Bruyne cross after 34 minutes. The Argentine doubled their lead from the penalty spot shortly after the hour mark when Raheem Sterling was brought down by Javier Manquillo in the box.

Four minutes later, Jacob Murphy dinked the ball over home goalkeeper Ederson to score his first goal for Newcastle and briefly bring them back into contention.

However, the day belonged to Aguero who scored his 14th goal against the Magpies in the league seven minutes from fulltime to keep City on course for the title. Playing before their rivals, United did briefly close the gap to City to nine points, thanks to a goal from Anthony Martial.

The Frenchman blasted home off the under-side of the bar in the 54th minute after brilliant work from Romelu Lukaku, who held off two challenges before finding the Frenchman with a sweeping cross-field pass. Burnley, who slip to eighth with the loss, fought hard for an equaliser and Icelandic winger Johann Berg Gudmundsson struck the bar with a free kick. “It was certainly a battle and that is what you get when you come to Turf Moor - it is about character and we showed that in abundance today,” said United defender Phil Jones.

Atletico title hopes hit, Montella earns Sevilla win

BARCELONA - Atletico Madrid’s faint hopes of chasing down runaway Liga leaders Barcelona suffered a fresh blow on Saturday as they were held to a 1-1 draw at home to Girona, meaning they could fall 11 points adrift if the Catalans beat Real Betis on Sunday. Sevilla coach Vincenzo Montella earned his first win in La Liga at the third attempt earlier on Saturday as his impressive side secured a 3-0 win at Espanyol to go fifth in the standings.

Valencia succumbed to a surprise 2-1 defeat at basement club Las Palmas, who earned a first

Manager Jose Mourinho said after the game that he “thinks” Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez will complete his move to Old Trafford, while British media reports said that Henrikh Mkhitaryan was due to have a medical at Arsenal in the next 48 hours to complete the transfer swap.

win under coach Paco Jemez as the visitors finished the game with nine men. Gabriel Paulista was shown two yellow cards in quick succession and fellow defender Ruben Vezo was also sent off.

Vi l l a r r e a l p r o v i s i o n a l l y knocked champions Real Madrid out of the top four after beating Levante 2-1 to go fourth, although Zinedine Zidane’s side can climb back above them if they beat struggling Deportivo La Coruna on Sunday.

Atletico are second in the standings on 43 points after 20 games, Valencia are third on 40

and Villarreal fourth on 34. Barca are top with 51 and have played one game fewer, while Real have 32 points after 18 games.

Atletico’s Antoine Griezmann capitalised on a cushioned Diego Costa header to volley them ahead in the 34th minute and score for the first time in five league games, but Liga debutants Girona have caused problems for the top teams all season and hit back.

GRIEZMANN WITHDRAWN

With one eye on next week’s King’s Cup quarter-final second leg against Sevilla, Simeone withdrew Costa after 61 minutes

ARSENAL RAMPANT

The disappointment of Arsenal fans in losing Sanchez will have been eased by their attacking display against Crystal Palace in a comfortable win at the Emirates.

Arsenal, who hadn’t won in their last five games in all competitions, struck their four goals in a blistering start to the match.

Nacho Monreal headed in from a Granit Xhaka corner and then turned provider for close-range goals by Alex Iwobi in the 10th and central defender Laurent Koscielny three minutes later.

French striker Alexandre Lacazette made it four for the home side in the 22nd minute, collecting a clever backheel from Mesut Ozil in the area before turning to curl his strike around outstretched Palace keeper Wayne Hennessey. Palace captain Luka Milivojevic pulled one back for the visitors in the 78th minute. Eden Hazard scored twice as Chelsea enjoyed a 4-0 victory at Brighton and Hove Albion -- giving Antonio Conte’s side their first league win of 2018.

Hazard and Willian struck inside six minutes to set them on their way. With Brighton pushing forward, Hazard brilliantly netted a third 13 minutes from time before Victor Moses made it four late on.

The win took Chelsea above Liverpool -- who play on Monday -- into third. With one win in 13 league games, Brighton are 16th, just two points above the relegation zone. Stoke City got themselves out of the bottom three, with new manager Paul Lambert enjoying a 2-0 win over Huddersfield Town. Fellow strugglers West Bromwich Albion picked up a useful point at Everton in a 1-1 draw. (rtr)

REUTERS/Darren Staples

Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero celebrates after Kevin De Bruyne scored their first goal

Action Images/Andrew Boyers

Wolves’ Ruben Neves speaks with referee Bobby Madley after Nottingham Forest’s Kieran Dowell scored their first goal

Wolves lead cut at top of Championship after surprise defeat Wolverhampton Wanderers saw their lead at the top of England’s second tier Championship cut to nine points after they suffered a 2-0 loss at home to Nottingham Forest on Saturday -- their first league defeat since late October. First-half goals from Kieran Dowell and Ben Osborn were enough for Forest to pick up a first win in seven games, and give new boss Aitor Karanka his first victory since taking charge.

Second-placed Derby County will rue the fact they were held to a goalless draw by fellow promotion hopefuls Bristol City on Friday, missing the chance to cut Wolves’ lead yet further.

Debutant Cameron Jerome thought he had earned Derby a golden chance to earn victory late on, but rather than winning a penalty, Jerome was cautioned for simulation by the referee. Scott Hogan scored twice in three firsthalf minutes as fourth-placed Aston Villa beat Barnsley 3-1 to close the gap on Derby to three points.

Hogan’s double was followed up by Dimitri Cavare’s goal for Barnsley, with Conor Hourihane adding a third for Villa against his former club. Cardiff City climbed back above Villa but missed the chance to move level on points with

Derby as they were held to a goalless draw by Sheffield Wednesday in the day’s late kick-off.

Millwall snatched a 4-3 victory over 10-man Leeds United after a quite incredible game at Elland RoadAiden O’Brien put the visitors ahead before home captain Liam Cooper was sent off, making it three red cards in as many games for the hosts. Lee Gregory then scored seemingly to put the game to bed, before Pierre-Michel Lasogga got Leeds back in it.

Kemar Roofe then scrambled an equaliser and Lasogga thought he had won it with a 25-metre effort.

But, Tom Elliott levelled three minutes from the end and Jed Wallace secured the win in stoppage time.

Sheffield United enjoyed a 2-1 triumph on the road at Norwich City. Manchester United loanee James Wilson opened the scoring and Clayton Donaldson added a second. Ivo Pinto replied but it was not enough.

Tony Pulis’s Middlesbrough won on the road at Queens Park Rangers thanks to goals from Daniel Ayala, George Friend and Adama Traore, while Joel Asoro’s goal proved enough for struggling Sunderland as they pulled Hull City closer to trouble with a 1-0 win. (rtr)

Atletico Madrid’s Diego Costa in action

REUTERS/Sergio Perez

and Griezmann after 71 and Girona did not take long to capitalise on the reduced attacking threat. Visiting striker Portu slid in to beat goalkeeper Jan Oblak in the 73rd minute after Atletico midfielder Koke failed to properly clear the danger in the area and the ball landed at the feet of Bernardo Espinoza who played it through.

“It’s hard to explain the substitutions because people will just look at the result,” Simeone said.

“Costa had discomfort in his muscles in the first half and I preferred to take him off so he didn’t get injured. I took off Griezmann because I thought the game was under control and Koke could give us an extra hand in the middle to provide passes to (Kevin) Gameiro but that didn’t happen.”

Valencia marched into an early lead at Las Palmas through Santi Mina but Jonathan Viera struck against his former team to level in the 20th minute and Jonathan

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Calleri put the home side ahead from the penalty spot in the 53rd minute after Paulista was dismissed for a handball followed by dissent. Helped by the numerical advantage, Las Palmas held on to claim their first league win since Dec. 3 to lift them off the bottom of the table and up to 19th in the standings on 14 points.

Sevilla coach Vincenzo Montella earned his first win in La Liga at the third attempt earlier on Saturday as his impressive side secured a 3-0 win at Espanyol to go fifth in the standings.

Franco Vazquez knocked in a loose ball on the rebound after a well crafted move to put Sevilla in front in the 15th minute, Pablo Sarabia added another before halftime and Luis Muriel rounded off the victory with a late third.

Sevilla lost to Real Betis and Alaves in their first two Liga games under Montella but were lifted by a late fightback that saw them beat Atletico 2-1 in the King’s Cup on Wednesday. (rtr)

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Monday, January 22, 2018

International

Roadside Japanese Caves At Banjarangkan, Klungkung

SEMARAPURA - Indonesia including Bali was once occupied by Japanese troops. One of the historical footprints left that can be witnessed up to these days is the protection caves. Probably, the most prominent cave in Bali is the one at Koripan village, Banjarangkan, Klungkung. Approximately 6 km from the west City Semarapura, and takes approximately 80 minutes drive from Ngurah Rai when using a motor vehicle and approximately 43 km of distance traveled from the city of Denpasar. Japanese cave is one of attractions located in Klungkung regency. This cave is memories - memories of Japanese heritage and is in a very strategic location made ??on the cliff wall in the street department-Semarapura Denpasar, on the Bubuh river.

History made of ??this cave, starting from circa 1941-1942 and serve as a refuge or bangker by Dai Nippon Japanese army in an attempt to defend themselves from attack allied forces during the Second World War. Japanese cave heritage cave consists of 16 holes with a depth of 14 meters, two of which are not related to each other, one is located at the southern end of the fruit and the other tip of the north, while the other is connected by a corridor extending north south direction.

Circumstances in the dark and damp cave, for those who like a challenge just trying to get inside. Many local and foreign travelers come here to see these Japanese relics.

This historical heritage shall be preserved, in memory of the heroes in the colonial period and cruelty romusha, the people who were forced to build Japan’s interests, in which cruelty and occupation of any kind should be eliminated from this earth. For those of you who like the relics of history, seem to have nothing to lose to take a moment to this place, and subsequently trips the tour you can continue to Kerthagosa in Klungkung town center which has a history of royal in Bali until colonial rule also Belanda. dan the Kamasan village an existing village in Klungkung.

Communities around the cave sites livelihood as farmers, as the development of the current era, there is also work as employees and vendors. With Goa maketh Japan as one of the attractions in Klungkung expected to boost the economy in the area. When you visit Bali, especially to the Klungkung area, japanese caveHeritage is an alternative tourist destination that you should visit. (net)

Monday, January 22, 2018

International

Nadal weathers blast from pocket rocket Schwartzman

MELBOURNE - Top seed Rafa Nadal was rattled by a feisty challenge from Diego Schwartzman but held firm to fend off the diminutive Argentine 6-3 6-7(4) 6-3 6-3 and reach his 10th Australian Open quarter-final on Sunday.

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Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts during his match against Diego Schwartzman of Argentina.

In an often breathtaking clash laden with sumptuous shot-making, the Spaniard was rocked by the hard-hitting Schwartzman who broke him three times to claim the second set at Rod Laver Arena.

But the 16-times grand slam champion responded with typical grit, bolstering his defence to blanket the 24th seed’s firepower and counterpunching brilliantly to book a match with Croatia’s Marin Cilic.

After three cakewalks in the previous rounds, the three-hour 51-minute work-out was timely, said Nadal, who came into the tournament with some queries over a knee injury.

“You can’t expect easy matches when you’re playing in big tournaments,” the world number one told reporters after saving all his seven break points in the final set.

“It’s always better winning in two hours than in four. But that’s it. It was a good test for me.

It was a lot of hours on court. Moments under pressure.

“A lot of positive things that I managed well.

“But being honest, too, moments like this helps to be more confident in yourself, in your body.”

The victory ensured Nadal, who lost a five-set classic to long-time rival Roger Federer in the final last year, will retain his world number one ranking.

It also put the Mallorcan equal second with Stefan Edberg on the number of quarter-final appearances in the Australian grand slam in the professional era. Federer, naturally, leads with 14.

The jet-heeled Schwartzman joined the grand slam quarter-final club at the U.S. Open, a milestone moment during an impressive rise up the rankings in 2017.

Nadal had seen off his first three opponents without dropping a set but it was soon clear at Rod Laver Arena that Schwartzman was cut from a different cloth. (rtr)

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SOUTH CAROLINA - Setting a potential 60 metres world record of 6.37 seconds turned out to be just part of the challenge for American Christian Coleman.

With no drug testing at the meeting in South Carolina on Friday, Coleman drove towards Atlanta, Georgia, two hours away, to meet testers at a road side stop, provide a required sample and fill out paperwork as a part of the record ratification. But questions remain as to whether the run will be ratified as a world record.

Electronic starting blocks, along with doping testing, are two of the requirements for a world record, USA Track and Field official Duffy Mahoney told Reuters on Saturday.

But Mark Elliott, the head coach at Clemson University, where world silver medallist Coleman ran, said while the blocks used in

the race were certified they were not electronic, which is typical for college meetings.

“All I can tell you is he ran the world record time,” Elliott told Reuters. “It was an amazing run .... almost unbelievable.”

Mahoney said it would be up to the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) to determine record ratification.

The IAAF was not available for immediate comment.

Mahoney, USATF’s chief of sport performance, said he would decide on Monday whether to forward the performance to the global governing body for possible ratification.

He said it was also possible Coleman’s mark could become an American record even if the IAAF does not ratify it because the organisations have different criteria.

Coleman’s time bettered the

recognised world record of 6.39 seconds, first set 20 years ago by 2000 Olympic champion Maurice Greene.

Whether Coleman gains the world record, he and his management team worked hard to ensure the possibility.

“The race took six seconds but we have been at it for six hours to get the testing done,” Coleman’s agent Emanuel Hudson told Reuters after shepherding the process through several phone calls and even live social media from his California office.

Part of the problem was not only finding a drug tester, but ensuring the proper forms for a world record were available.

Coleman, who was days away from his second birthday when Greene first set his world record in 1998, said the extra time was worth it since without the drug test there

would be no chance for a record.

“It has been a pretty good day for me,” the sprinter told Reuters, still going strong more than two hours after midnight.

“I always knew the sky was the limit as far as the potential I

have.”

Having the same agent as Greene, the two have chatted from time to time and Coleman said: “...I told him I was coming for his record. He said he believed I had the capabilities.” (rtr)

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At least five dead in attack on Kabul’s Intercontinental Hotel

KABUL - Gunmen dressed in army uniforms who stormed Kabul’s Intercontinental Hotel battled Afghan Special Forces for 13 hours in an overnight siege that left at least five people dead, officials and witnesses said on Sunday.

The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack, which saw more than 150 guests flee, with some shimmying down tied-together sheets from upper-floor windows and others rescued by Afghan forces.

Abdul Rahman Naseri, a guest who was at the hotel for a conference, was in the hall of the hotel when he saw four insurgents dressed in army uniforms.

“They were shouting in Pashto (language), ‘Don’t leave any of them alive, good or bad. Shoot and kill them all,’ one of them shouted,” Naseri said.

“I ran to my room on the second floor. I opened the window and tried to get out using a tree but the branch broke and I fell to the ground. I hurt my back and broke a leg.”

Interior Ministry spokesman Najib Danish said the siege ended on Sunday when the last gunman was shot dead.

Even after officials said the attack was over, sporadic gunshots and explosions could be heard from the site.

It is unclear exactly how many gunmen were involved. Danish said three gunmen were killed, while witnesses said four were involved and the Taliban said five.

At least five other people were killed and six wounded, a lower casualty total than earlier feared, while 153 people, including 41 foreigners were evacu-

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The raid was the latest in a long series of attacks which have underlined the city’s precarious situation and the ability of militants to mount high profile operations aimed at undermining confidence in the Western-backed government.

As day broke on Sunday, thick clouds of black smoke could be seen pouring from the building.

Several armoured U.S. military vehicles with heavy machine guns could be seen close to the hotel along with Afghan police units.

Hotel manager Ahmad Haris Nayab, who escaped unhurt, said the attackers had got into the main part of the hotel through a kitchen before going through the hotel, with many guests trapped in their rooms.

“When the sixth floor caught fire this morning, my roommate told me, either burn or escape,” said Mohammad Musa, who was hiding in his room on the top floor when he heard gunfire.

“I got a bed sheet and tied it to the balcony. I tried to come down but I was heavy and my arms were not strong enough. I fell down and injured my shoulder and leg.”

The raid came just days after a U.S. embassy warning of possible attacks on hotels in Kabul.

The Intercontinental Hotel, an imposing 1960s structure set on a hilltop and heavily protected like most public buildings in Kabul, was previously attacked by Taliban fighters in 2011.

It is one of two main luxury hotels in the city and had been due to host an information technology conference on Sunday. More than 100 IT managers and engineers were on site when the attack took place, Ahmad Waheed, an official at the telecommunications ministry, said. (rtr)

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A man tries to escape from a balcony at Kabul’s Intercontinental Hotel during an attack by gunmen in Kabul, Afghanistan January 21, 2018.

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Activists hold a pinata resembling U.S. President Donald Trump as they mark one year anniversary of Trump inauguration with a protest outside the U.S embassy in Mexico City, Mexico January 20, 2018.

First day of U.S. government shutdown ends in standoff

WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers were locked in a standoff with Democrats on Saturday over the U.S. government shutdown, with Republicans saying they would not negotiate on immigration until the government is reopened.

Funding for federal agencies ran out at midnight with no agreement in Congress, meaning the second year of Trump’s presidency began without a fully functioning government.

Democrats stuck to demands that any short-term spending legislation must include protections for young undocumented immigrants known as “Dreamers.” Republicans in turn said they would not negotiate on immigration until Democrats gave them the votes needed to reopen the government.

U.S. government workers were told to stay home or, in some cases, work without pay until new funding is approved in the first federal government shutdown since a 16-day funding lapse in October 2013.

The Republican-controlled Senate and House of Representatives held rare weekend sessions on Saturday, facing a political crisis that could affect November congressional elections. By about 7 p.m. both chambers resigned themselves to failure and agreed to resume work on Sunday.

Both Republicans and Democrats had dug in during the day, each side blaming the other.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the Senate would vote at 0100 EST (0600 GMT) Monday on a bill to fund the government through Feb. 8, unless Democrats agree to hold it sooner.

“We’ll be right back at this tomorrow and for as long as it takes” for Democrats to vote for legislation that would reopen the government, McConnell said.

Outside the U.S. Capitol, parks, open-air monuments and Smithsonian museums were open as a second annual women’s rights march took place

on the National Mall. But visitors were turned away from the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia and the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in New York Harbor.

A scheduled trip by Trump and some Cabinet members to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, was being assessed on a day-to-day basis, White House budget director Mick Mulvaney said.

Republicans said they would refuse to negotiate on immigration until Democrats provide the votes to re-open the government. Democrats insisted they have been willing to compromise but Republicans backed out of deals.

“The president will not negotiate on immigration reform until Democrats stop playing games and reopen the government,” said White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders.

Marc Short, the White House’s legislative affairs director, said Trump had been in contact with Republican leaders in Congress during the day, but had not reached out to Democrats.

Short said the president likely would be most effective making the case for ending the shutdown directly to the American people, and he did not rule out Trump addressing the nation in the coming days.

The tough message from the White House and Republicans in Congress led to speculation that Washington could be in for a prolonged political battle.

At the U.S. Capitol, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer delivered a stinging portrayal of Trump as an unreliable negotiating partner, saying the two sides came close to an agreement several times only to have Trump back out at the urging of antiimmigration conservatives.

“Negotiating with President Trump is like negotiating with Jell-O,” said Schumer, who met Trump at the White House on Friday for a 90-minute meeting that had briefly raised hopes. “It’s impossible to negotiate with a constantly moving target.” (rtr)

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Japan explores cooperation on Citarum river conservation

BOGOR - Japan is exploring cooperation with Indonesia on the conservation of Citarum River in West Java as part of a number of project agreements between the two countries, according to Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi. Minister Marsudi accompanied President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) to receive the special envoy, Toshihiro Nikai, sent by Japanese Prime Minister Toshihiro Nikai, along with his delegation, at the Bogor Presidential Palace on Friday.

Environmental cooperation was among the topics discussed during a bilateral meeting, including the exploration of the conservation of Citarum River, which still needs a separate formulation. “The deputy of the Japanese environment minister will visit Citarum River for a preliminary assessment of conservation cooperation,” Marsudi noted.

President Jokowi has ordered an immediate revitalization of the longest and largest river in West Java, considering its vital role in upholding the livelihood of the people.

Citarum River is the source of drinking water for 27.5 million people living in West Java and Jakarta and the source of irrigation for 420 thousand hectares of rice fields. Three hydropower plants--Saguling, Cirata, and Jatiluhur---which can produce 1,400MW of electricity, also get their energy source from the Citarum streams.

Maritime Affairs Coordinating Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan has expressed his commitment to restoring Citarum River after it was heavily polluted by waste from domestic and textile industries.

The minister has sought to clean the river so that within the next five to 10 years, starting from this year, people will be able to use water directly from the river. He also wanted to ensure that all factories install waste-processing units, and the people living near the river build a bathing/washing/toilet complex. (rtr)

Endangered orangutan shot before being decapitated in Indonesia JAKARTA - A critically endangered Bornean orangutan found dead in Indonesia’s Central Kalimantan province on Monday died three days earlier from air rifle wounds before it was decapitated, Indonesia’s Centre for Orangutan Protection said. Authorities previously said the great ape appeared to have been stabbed multiple times in the latest in a string of unnatural orangutan deaths on the island to which they are native.

A necropsy carried out by police and the centre found 17 air rifle bullets in the male orangutan corpse, “proving” it died because of humans, said Ramadhani, the center’s habitat protection manager.

“Our strong suspicion is that this orangutan died because it was shot using an air rifle through the heart, lungs and stomach,” he said in a statement on the center’s website. (http://bit.ly/2DPIBnb) The World Wildlife Fund estimates there are 104,700 Bornean orangutans, known for their broad faces and dark brown fur, left in the world.

Indonesia has vast swathes of plantations growing palm oil or coffee on deforested land that conservationists say often encroach on or disrupt ecosystems. Plantation workers sometimes encounter wildlife and may capture or kill the animals.

Data from the Centre for Orangutan Protection shows more than 15 of the creatures had been killed by humans or found dead in unnatural circumstances since 2011. An investigation into the latest case is a test of the bravery of the Environment and Forestry Ministry, Ramadhani said. (rtr)

Indonesian President Jokowi shows off his blinged-out gold motorbike

JAKARTA - Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo is known to be a fan of heavy metal music. In Nov. 2017, he was gifted a box set of Metallica’s records by Denmark’s Prime Minister Lars Rasmussen.

But now he has the perfect opportunity to blast that music, while roaring down Indonesia’s highways on his shiny new gold chopper. On Jan. 21, Jokowi posted a photo of himself standing next to a gold motorbike on his official Facebook page. “I finally have a motorcycle designed and created by the nation’s citizens. A chopper-style motorcycle with its

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The engine is from a Royald Enfield 350 cc, the rest is a workshop modification by Elders Garage and its partners. Bandung leather upholstery, sewn nice and neat. The frame is designed for the average size of Indonesians by Veroland and made in Jakarta.

I bought this gold-colored motorbike not just because I like it, but also to build the brand value of the work of the nation’s citizens. Once it was reported, my son called. He asked for this bike. Wow, I haven’t even ridden the bike and already I’ve been asked to lend it!” (ant)

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BUSINESS At a three-year high, euro faces ECB scrutiny

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Peed tradition of Sukawati maintains its fashion style

PAIN THRESHOLD European firms used to express more concern about the euro crossing what they called the pain threshold, curbing exports and so overall growth. The euro zone economy is currently motoring along at a decadehigh pace of 2.5 percent per year. Carsten Brzeski, Frankfurt-based economist for ING, says the impact of a strong euro on growth has steadily faded as an increasing number of invoices are denominated in euros and

companies are more active hedging their currency exposure.

“This time it matters more for inflation than for growth,” he said. Sustained euro strength, he said, would reduce the ECB’s inflation assumptions this year and next - 1.4 and 1.5 percent respectively - by 0.2 percentage points. This would move them further from the ECB target of close to but below 2 percent and reduce the prospects of an early and sudden end to quantitative easing.

Indeed, the most recent euro zone inflation figures vindicate the ECB’s easy policy stance. The rate in December fell to 1.4 percent from 1.5 percent in November and underlying inflation, excluding volatile energy, food, alcohol and tobacco, was a mere 0.9 percent for the third month in a row.

The euro might not have hit a pain threshold yet, but ECB policymakers will not want to encourage any further rise.

Jan von Gerich, economist at Nordea Markets, suggests ECB President Mario Draghi will sound a shade less optimistic than in December to convince markets that the next rate hike is not coming sooner and to stop the euro from rising further. “We expect to see some downside pressure on the euro and bond yields in response to the ECB’s immediate message next week,” he said in a note on Thursday.

AMERICA FIRST The Bank of Japan, with a two-day meeting ending on Tuesday, is also seen keeping policy on hold, including a pledge to keep short-term interest rates at minus 0.1 percent,

while painting a slightly better picture of the economy.

In the United States, whose Federal Reserve meets at the very end of January, data should show an economy racing on, with annualised growth forecast to be at least 3 percent for the third consecutive quarter in the Oct-Dec period. Consumer spending has been strong and business investment solid.

U.S. President Donald Trump may see such a rate as confirmation that he is making America great again. Harm Bandholz, chief U.S. economist of UniCredit, tempers the optimism, saying a range of factors, including inventories, trade, oil and the savings rate, are providing temporary boosts and will fade.

Without a planned tax cut, another temporary boost, Bandholz says growth would fall back to 2-2.5 percent by mid-2018, towards

what he sees as potential U.S. growth of 1.5-2 percent. On the trade front, the coming week may also see more signals about Trump’s “America First” stance. U.S., Canadian and Mexican negotiators will convene in Montreal from Tuesday in talks to update the North American Free Trade Agreement.

Prospects for the talks are unclear. Trump told Reuters on Wednesday that terminating NAFTA would result in the “best deal” to revamp the pact, which he blames for Mexico’s large trade surplus with the United States.

Economists polled by Reuters, however, broadly expect NAFTA to be renegotiated with only minor changes. The week will close with the president himself delivering a highly anticipated speech on last day of the World Economic Forum at Davos in the Swiss Alps. (rtr)

European shares on a high as optimism on earnings, economy, grow MILAN/LONDON - European shares rose to highs not seen since 2008 as growing confidence in corporate earnings and in the strength of the global economy continued to fuel a bull market, which shrugged off fears of a possible U.S. government shutdown. The euro zone’s STOXX benchmark index closed up 0.73 percent at 402.95 points, its highest level in 10 years and the pan-regional STOXX 600 benchmark rose 0.5 percent to 400.71 points, a 2-1/2 year peak.

“In 2017 we were in a catchup phase and now we are going

beyond”, said Philippe Waechter, chief economist at Natixis AM, commenting on the strength of euro zone shares.

“We are in a period of robust growth, markets are integrating this and because there are no signs of fragility, they have no reason to change directions”, he added.

The European results season shifts into gear next week with equity valuations at their highest in more than a year and investors betting that the engine of earnings upgrades has plenty more fuel in the tank.Strategists at Bank of

America Merrill Lynch also said that the relentless rise in global stocks should extend in the shortterm as investors pump record amounts of cash into equities.

Stocks were higher across all sectors at the exception of energy, down 0.77 percent, tracking a fall in crude prices. At the opposite, the European Personnal and Households goods index jumped 1.5 percent with Adidas up 6.9 percent and France’s SEB on a 4 percent rise.

The basic resources index, where big mining stocks are listed, rose

0.6 percent as metals prices were buoyed by the first acceleration in China’s economic growth in seven years. Among outstanding movers were shares in OC Oerlikon , up 5.5 percent, after the Swiss-listed textile-and-surfacing solutions group forecast rising textile margins following two big Chinese orders.

“These contracts point to a stronger and more sustainable recovery of the investment cycle in the manmade/polyester industry especially in the key manmade market in China,” Baader Helvea

said in a note, affirming its buy rating.

Software AG rose 1.7 percent to its highest level in 18 years, supported by the prospect of a rise in 2018 earnings as a result of tax reforms in the United States. Among British mid-caps, a profit warning sent crematorium operator Dignity down about 50 percent.

Britain’s biggest floor coverings retailer Carpetright also warned on profits, sending its shares plummeting 39.4 percent and weighing on home improvement retailer Kingfisher, down 2.3 percent.(rtr)

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Hundreds of residents participated in the mapeed tradition held in a series of pujawali (temple anniversary) at Dalem Gede Temple of Sukawati on Anggara Kliwon Tambir on Tuesday (Dec. 26). Aside from being a sacred activity, the tradition adorning every anniversary of trinity temples of Sukawati village is also held by maintaining Balinese customary fashion with the typical style of Sukawati village.

Hundreds of male and female residents walked in pair and dressed in Balinese makeup and fashion ranging from children, teenagers, housewives coalesced into PKK group to the elderly. They were enthusiastic to walk from Dalem Temple to Beji Cengcengan Temple of Sukawati village bordered with Guwang village.

Sacred value of this tradition lies in the purpose of mepeed namely picking up holy water at Taman Beji Temple. Furthermore, this holy water will be used for ritual in the temple anniversary that lasted for four days until Friday (Dec. 29).

“So during the pujawali, the mapeed procession is held every day in the afternoon,” said Chief of Sukawati customary village, I Nyoman Suwantha, on Tuesday.

Like the mepeed procession elsewhere, at Sukawati village it began with rows of lolentakan, umbrella, pasepan and other ritual paraphernalia, while male or female residents in Balinese makeup and fashion were in the middle. In the rear, the participants of the mapeed were accompanied with baleganjur gamelan orchestra.

Different hamlets were involved in the fourday mapeed tradition. At Sukawati, there is a

BRUSSELS - After hitting a three-year high against the dollar, the strong euro is likely to preoccupy global markets and European Central Bank policymakers in particular in the coming week. The ECB, whose Governing Council meets on Thursday, last expressed concern over the single currency in September, when it said exchange rate volatility was an uncertainty that required “monitoring”.

Then the euro had only briefly nudged beyond $1.20. In the last week it has surpassed $1.23, and is now some 4 percent higher than when ECB policymakers met in December, although on a trade-weighted basis the euro’s rise is not as steep.

Its January surge followed the release of minutes from the December ECB meeting showing the bank intended to revisit its policy message in early 2018, prompting markets to price in a 70 percent chance of a rise in interest rates by the end of the year.

The ECB last hiked rates in 2011. Reuters reported on Wednesday that the ECB was unlikely to ditch its pledge to keep buying bonds at its January meeting.

Public comments in the past week show its policymakers are growing more alert to the euro’s strength. Vice-President Vitor Constancio said that, while the ECB did not have an exchange rate target, he was concerned by sudden movements that did not reflect changes in fundamentals. Austrian central bank chief Ewald Nowotny called the euro’s gains against the dollar “not helpful”.

Monday, January 22, 2018

Plecing Gonda … Wow It’s Quite Delicious Vegetable Speaking about Balinese traditional culinary traditions will never end. One of the menus having not been widely known is plecing gonda (gooseweed with hot spices).

However, in one region, this type of green vegetable sometimes becomes favorite food. Moreover, it is processed in a simple manner.

It just needs to be boiled and then mixed with tomato seasoning and fried onion to make the taste very delicious. It offers typical and tempting aroma.

Plecing gonda has become a typical food for Balinese community. This vegetable menu is very close to farmers living in countryside. Other than easy to get the ingredient, the preparation is also easy. Simply fill with spices in the form of garlic, chili, large chili peppers, tomatoes, shrimp paste, lemon and salt to taste, plecing gonda is already tasted different from other vegetables.

The preparation is not too complicated. Ingredient in the form of gonda is boiled until cooked.

All spices are cleaned, pulverized until subsequently fried, except for lemon. Well, the serving of gonda having been boiled is spiced and

then mixed until finely blended.

To give a distinctive taste, it can be provided with grated kaffir lime.

Other than by boiling, this gooseweed vegetable can also be cooked by stir-frying. Optionally, it can also be roasted and then given seasoning like salt, chili and coconut oil (traditionally processed).

Such cooking method was usually performed by farmers that have completed their work in the fields. When they arrive home, they usually carry a handful of gooseweed. This vegetable is processed as above and then eaten with the family.

Gonda plants are very close to farmers’ life in Bali, especially farmers in Tabanan, right in Ole hamlet, Marga Dauh Puri, Marga subdistrict. This type of plant is actually a weed plant, but taken advantage by farmers as a daily food. It is planted on the sidelines of paddy plants (by intercropping), so it does not require a large area.

Harvest time is also very short namely about 20-25 days. The color is green. It does not need to be sprayed with chemicals, so the gonda is free from chemicals. (kmb)

term known as krama penyatusan. “We have 12 hamlets which coalesced into 4 satusan (group), where on the first day was the turn of Tebuana, then Palak on the second day, Telabah on the third day and Gelumpang on the last day,” he explained.

Chief of customary village, I Nyoman Suwantha, affirmed that mepeed on every temple anniversary must always be held. In addition to maintaining the tradition, it also serves as cultural preservation.

He also always reminded his residents to maintain the makeup and fashion having become the typical styles of Sukawati. One is them is the use of rear kancut for adult women. “Balinese makeup and fashion style indeed have dynamic nature. In the past, they were dominated by modified style, but now we gradually start to improve,” he explained.

He also involved specifically the association of customary village apparatus spouse to provide coaching for residents that would participate in the mapeed. They were asked to promote Balinese makeup and fashion with the simple style of Sukawati. “So, in terms of cost, it is affordable to all levels of society,” he added. (kmb)

Badung students trained in Manuscript Writing

In order to explore, develop and preserve customary and cultural values, the Government of Badung’s Culture Agency provided training for 30 local high school students of SMAN 1 South Kuta in ancient manuscript writing between March 28th and the 30th, 2016.

The traiining was official opened on Monday (Mar.28) by head of Culture Agency represented by secretary, I Made Rustan.

IN his speech read by I Made Rustan, the Culture Agency head stated that the young generation plays an important role as a cultural successor. Local cultural assets can protect young people from the negative influences of the era of globalization. The quite aggressive influence of global culture -through electronic and print media, has caused younger generation to lose a firm hold on their identity.

By leanring about their local culutre, it is expected that young people will want to explore the vast welath that it holds and will also preserve the traditional arts.

Through the traditional manuscript writing training, these young people will be better equiped to

preserve their cultural values and maintain their sublieme and sacred heritage.

Chairman of the trainning committee, Ni Wayan Arsini, reported that the writing on palm-leaf train-

ing for the young people is intended to encourage young people to be the successors of Balinese scripts and indigenous culture, especially in the district of Badung district but also througtou Bali. (kmb)

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Electricity consumption growth target of PLN downs in 2018

South Africa’s ANC to force Zuma to quit as president -reports

DENPASAR — Based on the record, the electricity consumption growth in Bali during the period of 2014-2016 reached 8-9 percent. Moreover, in 2016 the growth reached 11 percent. According to the Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) of 20172026, the average electricity consumption growth is targeted at 8.5 percent.

However, in 2017 an anomaly occurred that electricity consumption decreases. For the first time, the growth of electricity consumption in Bali is minus of 0.05 percent.

This becomes consideration of PLN Bali Distribution to the electricity consumption in 2018 targeted to grow at 6.5 percent.

General Manager of PLN Bali Distribution, I Nyoman Suwarjoni Astawa, said the declining electricity consumption in 2017 happened due to saving money awareness of Balinese people and volcanic activities of Mount Agung.

Public awareness has increased against the use of electricity.

Psychologically, people make savings after hearing the news on electricity tariff increase.

In addition, currently there has been a lot of electricityefficient equipment. Throughout 2017 it rained that made the temperature not too hot. This caused the use of air conditioning to decrease. This caused the decrease in household consumption. In terms of hotel consumption, it also decreased.

“I do not know if hotels make savings in terms of lamps or whether it happened due to differences in behavior of the in-house guests,” he said.

Based on the analysis in 2016, the number one position of foreign tourists visiting Bali is Australia, while in 2017, the number one position was occupied by China. “We do not know their behavior while living in Bali, whether they spend more time outside the hotel or staying inside to enjoy hotel facilities,” he explained.

Seeing that condition, in 2018 PLN targets the growth of electricity consumption at 6.5 percent. The efforts made are by simplifying the power add-on and new installation services. “We serve as soon as possible,” he said.

In addition, in 2018 he hoped that all regions in Bali can enjoy electricity by expanding access to electricity and building network. PLN also invites the public to wisely use energy by switching to electrical energy. For example, people are suggested to use electric stoves and electric bicycles. (kmb42)

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A Turkish military convoy arrives at a village on the Turkish-Syrian border in Kilis province, Turkey, January 21, 2018.

Turkish forces push into Syria, Kurdish militia says attacks repulsed

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The electricity consumption growth in Bali during the period of 2014-2016 reached 8-9 percent.

Evacuees face ongoing challenges despite respite roof still leaks

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The roof of regufee place is leaking

BANGLI - Although most evacuees from Mount Agung have returned home to their villages, many people are still living in evacuation posts. Everyone who was evacuated from their homes, has faced myriad challenges.

Now with some many people having returned homes, many challenges have been resolved or least lessened. The evacuation post at the International Kindergarten and Elementary School in Kubu Villgae, Bangli for example has had a leaky roof since people were first evacuated to this building.

Although the leaking here is not as bad as in other evacuations posts, like one in Rendang where evacuees found all there belongings soaking-wet after every heavy rains, a leaky roof is never

pleasant to deal with.

As one evacuee named I Negah Suwanda from Kesimpar hamlet, Besakih, Rendang, explained on Friday (Jan. 19), there has been a leak in the Bima II Building since he arrived there four months ago. “At that time it was quite crowded here as there were also evacuees from Keladian hamlet, Muncan and Kesimpar hamlet. My bed happened to be right under one of the leaks, so every time it rained hard, I had to move my bed over to one side”, he explained, adding that now that so many evacuees have gone home, he and his family moved to another part of the building where there is no leak”.

“I reported the leak to the evacuation post coordinator who arranged

for repairs to be done, But since so many evacuees were going home right around the time the repairs were going to be done, the repair job was cancelled”, added Suwanda. Now there are only about 6 families (20 people) in this evacuation post but we still hope the leaks will be repaired”, he said.

Another evacuee seeking refuge at the Bima II Building named Ni Kadek Kepir from Angsoka hamlet, Besakih, said that there are four leaks in the building but the one in the center is the worst. “There used to be a family living there but now that there is more room here, they have moved to another part of the building, and we just put buckets and towels down when it rains”, she said. (kmb41)

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JOHANNESBURG - Leaders of South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC)met on Saturday to outline the party’s programme for the coming year amid reports that its executive planned to force Jacob Zuma to quit as the country’s president.

An ANC spokeswoman declined to comment on a report by broadcaster eNCA saying that its newly-elected National Executive Committee (NEC) had resolved to ask Zuma - whose presidency has been hit by corruption allegations - to resign.

If Zuma refused, he would be forced to step down by the party’s six-strong leadership group, eNCA said.

An anonymous member of the NEC - which met for the first time under new ANC leader Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday and Friday - was quoted by online news site News24 as saying the decision to force Zuma to resign had been unanimous.

The NEC made no mention of Zuma’s possible early exit in a statement after the first two days of a four-day meeting.

“We can’t confirm rumours of things that we don’t know. The NEC has issued a statement on the totality of discussions yesterday,”

an ANC spokeswoman said.

DIVIDED PARTY Zuma retains the support of one part of the ANC leadership, but many others in the party argue that he has tarnished the image of Africa’s oldest liberation movement. While he has been in office, the economy has also slowed to a near-standstill.

Ramaphosa succeeded Zuma as ANC head last month, making him likely to replace Zuma as the country’s next president.

The party’s Secretary-General Ace Magashule said on Thursday that Zuma’s early removal as head of state was not on the agenda of the NEC meeting, which runs until Sunday.

But in recent days Ramaphosa has gone on the offensive against companies controlled by the Gupta family, businessmen friends of Zuma accused of unduly using political connections to win work with the state. Zuma, whose second term is due to run until 2019, has denied any wrongdoing, as have the Guptas.

That has fuelled speculation the new ANC leader and his allies are moving to lobby support for Zuma’s removal. (rtr)

AZAZ - Turkish ground forces pushed into northern Syria’s Afrin province on Sunday, the army said, after Turkey launched artillery and air strikes on a U.S.-backed Kurdish militia it aims to sweep from its border.

The Syrian-Kurdish YPG militia, supported by the United States but seen as a terrorist organisation

by Turkey, said it had repulsed the Turkish forces and their allies after fierce clashes.

It marked the second day of fighting after Ankara opened a new front in the nearly seven-year-old Syrian war.

Under what the Turkish government has called “Operation Olive Branch”, Turkish air strikes on Saturday pounded YPG positions in Afrin.

Turkey is targeting the U.S.backed fighters at a time when ties with ally Washington appear close to breaking point.

Turkey sees the YPG as an extension of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) which has carried out a deadly, three-decade insurgency in Turkey’s mainly Kurdish southeast. The United States is backing the YPG in Syria, seeing it as an effective partner in

the fight against Islamic State.

“The Olive Branch Operation is going on as planned, and the ground operation has started,” the Turkish army, NATO’s second-largest, said.

Prime Minister Binali Yildirim said the operation would create a 30-km (19-mile) “safe zone”, according to broadcaster HaberTurk.

ARTILLERY BOOM Turkey-backed Free Syrian Army rebel factions had captured a Kurdish village with no resistance and were clearing landmines, a Turkish official said.

The YPG said it had repulsed the Turkish forces.

“All the Turkish military’s ground attacks against Afrin have been repelled so far and they have been forced to retreat,” Nouri Mahmoudi, a YPG official, said. Since the morning, the combatants have exchanged shelling and clashed

along several frontlines around Afrin, he said.

The Turkish military said it had hit 153 targets so far, including shelters and hideouts used by Kurdish militants. The YPG has said Turkey’s strikes killed six civilians and three of its fighters and wounded 13 civilians.

The YPG has also accused Turkey of striking civilian districts and a camp for the displaced in Afrin.

Intense Turkish artillery fire and strikes continued to hit some villages, the YPG said. Fierce battles raged to the north and west of Afrin against Turkish forces and their Syrian rebel allies, said Birusk Hasaka, the YPG spokesman in Afrin.

A Reuters reporter in the northern Syrian town of Azaz, under the control of rebels from the Free Syrian Army factions, could hear the boom of artillery being fired into the region. (rtr)

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South Africa President Jacob Zuma (L) waves to supporters with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta during the African National Congress’ (ANC) 106th anniversary celebrations as ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa and his deputy David Mabuza (R) look on, in East London, South Africa, January 13, 2018.

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Nice Carnival PARIS - If you’re looking for an excuse to come here, February is Carnival time.

It’s a wonderful opportunity to discover Nice’s mild climate, luminous skies and the art of luxury living on the French Riviera.

Stunning floats bedecked with flowers offer family-friendly fun, there are heaps of free activities for little ones.

Nice’s Carnival welcomes its gay visitors just as warmly as it greets any romantic couple or group of singles seeking exuberant entertainment after winter gloom.

Although each year has its own

unique elements, some traditional aspects have grown over more than a century: Carnival Parades by day and by night; Flower Battles; fireworks and the burning of an enormous King.

The Carnival King leads his Carnival Procession through the streets, with around twenty floats taking the theme of the year.

The King is accompanied by more than fifty giant-headed puppets, the Grosses Tetes.

Making the papier-mache figures uses centuries-old techniques, and the painting is done by specialist craftspeople.

Traveling Costumes are created to dress each character, the more flamboyant the better.

Just one puppet can weigh over two tons and tower over the watching crowds at twelve meters high.

A king must have a queen, and she is selected from a bevy of local beauties for the honour.

Her duties range from posing for Carnival photos to throwing posies of flowers from a float for the Flower Parade.

So she needs to be able to keep that lovely smile all day and into the night’s revelries.

Masks and Mardi Gras-style carnivals have a long association, stemming from the Middle Ages when the celebrations allowed oppressed peasants to mock the aristocracy.

Masks and disguises protected them from what might be a beheading offense.

The modern Nice Carnival dates from 1873 and continued with only brief interruptions for the more serious events of wars.

Unlike the carnivals of Venice, there’s no real expectation that visitors should wear costume or masks.

Far from grey skies and full of excitement, Nice at Carnival time is a riot of colour and commotion.

Parades take place on three or four afternoons or evenings a week during the Carnival period, and most are free, so you can save your cash for some luxury shopping or a more upmarket hotel.

There’s always an admission charge for the Bataille des Fleurs, but it’s well worth shelling out for.

International The final weekend of the Carnival includes a popular Bartenders Race, and the year’s Carnival King is burned in the sea on the last night, followed by a fantastic firework display.

The parade route changes slightly each year but usually follows part of the Promenade des Anglais.

Tickets for the stands are more expensive, but the cheapest allow you watch along the roadside.

Buy from the Nice Tourist Office if you like to plan in advance, or purchase from the stalls set up on the Promenade.

If you’re a planner, you might also want to pick up a French Riviera Pass with offers on attractions– buy online, or stop off and ask the helpful tourist office staff. (net)

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Denpasar encourages urban farming application

A man works on a giant figure during preparations for the carnival parade in Nice, France, January 19, 2018.

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DENPASAR — Denpasar municipality always provides full opportunities for all parties to provide innovation in urban development.

For instance, a university and Tukad Bindu Foundation have initiative to encourage urban farming in Denpasar city. Implementation of this activity is one of the innovations of Tukad Bindu development for education aside from recreation and other activities.

Subdivision Head of Information and Public Relations, Regional Secretariat of Denpasar, I Wayan Hendaryana, when asked for his confirmation admitted that municipal government is very supportive and encouraging the role of private sectors and various stakeholders in providing innovation for agriculture in Denpasar city. This happens because the agricultural land in the city of Denpasar is very limited. So, it requires innovation and technology utilization in the agriculture as well as urban farming.

“The innovations from all parties such as private sector or other stakeholders are certainly very helpful for Denpasar government.

So, it can certainly encourage people to be independent in the procurement of food everyday and utilize the land at home yard to the maximum,” he concluded.

Meanwhile, a lecturer of Faculty of Agriculture, Mahasaraswati University, Dr. Yudariani, said that her Faculty of Agriculture has cooperated with Tukad Bindu Foundation and Denpasar municipality. The commitment is realized with a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) among all the involved stakeholders.

“We have signed the LoA with all the stakeholders related to the utilization of the existing land in Tukad Bindu (River) which will be used for field laboratory by Faculty of Agriculture,” explained Yudariani.

Further, she explained that urban

farming is the concept of transferring conventional agriculture to urban agriculture. According to Yudariani, the difference lies in the orientation only. “Conventional agriculture is oriented to produce while urban farming is more oriented to the character of the perpetrators namely the urban society,” he said.

The activities carried out every Sunday in the area of 200 square meters is expected to provide a challenge for students and surrounding communities to take advantage of the narrow land with the maximum, especially agriculture.

Later on, the program is designed to be implemented for at least three years. In the first year, it focuses on dividing river banks for certain plantations; in the second year on the program implementation and consolidation; and in the third year on achieving the goal of empowering the community around the Bindu Riverbank.

“In addition to having recreation, Tukad Bindu can also be a means of education for the community, especially in the field of agriculture, so the facilities in Tukad Bindu become complete, ranging from fitness facilities, various local foods, river scenery and so forth. And of course, we hope the surrounding people become more concerned with the environment,” he concluded.

Chairman of the Tukad Bindu Foundation, I.B. Ari Manik, really appreciated and supported the effort of applying urban farming agriculture in Denpasar city. Therefore, Gus Arik hoped the community to take care of the environment and nature today. “We encourage people to make early identification on the importance of protecting the environment so the habit of littering in the river can be minimized and the river is clean and useful for humans,” he said. (kmb12)

DENPASAR - Dozens of cyber criminals are still being detained in the Directorate of the Bali Police Alert Unit (Sabhara). They are still under investigation by Chinese police officers.

According to Chinese police standards, each perpetrator is accompanied by two officers.

As seen last Friday (Jan. 19), one by one of the perpetrators were handcuffed and brought from the Directorate of Bali Police Alert Unit Building and taken to the Directorate of Special Criminal Investigation Unit of Bali Police, each accompanied by two Chinese Police Officers as well as one alert unit officers armed with a long-barrelled firearm.

“The Chinese police arrived in Bali on Monday (Jan. 15) and while only six personnel were seen in the Bali Police Station, many others were on standby outside. According to SOP each perpetrator must be accompanied by two Chinese police officers. There are 63 perpetrators: explained one police officer.

Late in the afternoon, the Chinese police took two men and one woman to the Directorate of Special Criminal Investigation room to be questioned.

Spokesperson of Bali Police, Hengky Widjaja, accompanied by Deputy Director of Special Criminal Investigation Unit, Rudi Setiawan, confirmed that the

Chinese police had arrived in Bali and that the preliminary investigation and secondary investigations are underway.

The alleged criminals were apprehended after a team of officers from the Indonesian Police Headquarters, the CTOC Taskforce and the Bali Police Special Criminal Investigation conducted a raid in four locations; Jalan Tukad Badung XXI No. 22, Renon, South Denpasar, two locations on Jalan Sahadewa and Jalan Darmawangsa Gang SDN 2, South Kuta, last Thursday (Jan. 11), where several Chinese citizens as well as a man from East Java were arrested for their alleged involvement in online fraud.

On Jalan Tukad Badung police secured 25 people, most of whom are from China. Another 37 people were arrested in ??South Kuta. The Red-White Taskforce Team of the Indonesian Police Headquarters was led by Bagus, while Bali Police team led Deputy Director of Bali Police Special Criminal Investigation Unit, Rudi Setiawan.

Meanwhile, the 38 year old man from Madium East Java was arrested on 22 Jalan Tukad Badung XXI, Renon is Sumarianto. The alleged leader of the online fraud team is 41 year old Yap Kok Heong, from Malaysia and 41 year old Liao Jui Ko, from China. Evidence secured includes laptops, handphones, printers, small safe deposits and passports. (kmb36)

Mount Agung erupts, ash rises up to 2,500m: PVMBG JAKARTA - Mount Agung has erupted and is spewing volcanic ash along with smoke columns reaching 2,500 meters, the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry`s Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation Center (PVMBG) reported here on Friday.

During the eruption, a number of tremors also occurred for some 120 seconds, the Volcanology Center noted.

As seen from the Mount Agung Observatory Post, the volcanic ash moved toward the eastern section of the volcano.

In September last year, the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) raised the Mount Agung alert status to the highest level (IV), but in October, the authority lowered the status to the second-highest level (III). In November, BMKG once again raised the volcano`s alert status.

According to the volcanology center, Mount Agung released a few eruptions, spewing columns of ash and smoke. An orange

lava-burn was also spotted glowing at the volcano`s crater.

Following the eruption, the Aviation Color Code remains unchanged at the second-highest “orange” status.

The orange status indicates that the volcano may exhibit “heightened unrest with increased likelihood of eruption, or the volcano eruption is underway with no or minor ash emission.”

As reported by Anwar Sidiq and Devy Kamil Syahbana, two officers of the PVMBG, the eruption and ash emission may not continue, but the bright glow from the crater can be spotted during eruptions.

“The best estimate of the ash cloud`s top is around 18,054 feet (5,642 meters) above sea level, which may be higher than what can be observed clearly,” a report from the PVMBG`s official website stated.

The volcanology center has called on the villagers, as well as tourists and hikers, to avoid any areas within a six-kilometer radius from the crater of Mount

Agung.

“However, the dangerous areas may be expanded or changed at any time, depending on the evaluations conducted regularly by the authority,” it noted.

Within the six-km radius, some 12 villages have been notified as disaster-prone areas: Nawakerti, Jungutan, Buana Giri, Sebudi, Besakih, Datah, Pempatan, Tulamben, Dukuh, Kubu, Baturinggit, and Ban. “People from the 12 disasterprone villages have been evacuated to emergency camps in nearby districts,” the authorities revealed.

The PVMBG, on its website, has called on the people to remain alert about the volcanic mud that flows from the rivers on Mount Agung.

“Despite the potential danger, people living outside the disaster-prone villages may go about their business as usual, but they need to stay vigilant and follow the instructions is s ued by the authority,” it stressed. (ant)

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Artistic expression using digital imaging

Photography provides endless possibilities for artists to express themselves. The combination of technological advancements and the popularity of social media provide even greater space for artists to express their ideas and creativity to the public.

Many people perhaps do not realise that many of the so-called photos that they see on social media, blogs and websites are not real photos at all. Many of these ‘photos’ have been created using digital imaging technology. I Made Adi Dharmawan for example deliberately creates works of art using this photographic genre.

Dharmawan who lectures in the Photography Study Program of the Indonesia Institute of Arts (ISI), Denpasar’s Faculty of Fine Art and Design explained that digital imaging is a technique for engineering photographic works by combining several photos into a single image using processing software like Photoshop to create works with aesthetic value. Works of art using digital imaging techniques express the ideas, thought, stories or events that the photographer wishes to convey in a new way. “This methode stimulates photographers to express their feelings through a particualr concept”, said Adi Dharmawan to Bali Post on Saturday (Jan. 20).

The photographer starts with a concept that they wish to express, said Darmawan. From there, he added, the photographer starts designing sketches for the work, creating a list of photos to be used in the final work. When all the images have been collected, software is used to merge them together. It is at this stage that the photographer who is creating the work must improvise and work on the images until the concept that they wish to convey comes together.

“Like with others forms of visual

art, element such as line, color, spaces, light, shapes and textures need to be considered so that the final work not only conveys a certain message but is also interesting in terms of aesthetics”, said this photographer who has won several local, national and international photo art competitions.

According to Adi Dharmawan, there are several tips and tricks that help in creating a digitally processed image that the public will appreciate.

TO begin with a photographer should amass a large stock of photographic images by taking lots of pictures all the time. Secondly, becoming famil-

iar with the photographic art works of tother s also helpful as these can be used as a point of reference. Thirdly photo artists should continually experiment with Adobe Photoshop or other similar software so as to gain experience and be able to master all the tools available such as selecting techniques, cutting options, as well as masks and blending techniques.

“Another thins that is just as important is for photographers to continually develop their imagination so that they can give birth to something fresh new and innovative”, he concluded. (ian)

A work by Adi Darmawan entitled “Hope”

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TABANAN - The otonan ritual for the monkeys at the Alas Kedaton tourist attraction in Kukuh village, Marga, took place in a lively manner on Saniscara Kliwon Uye or Saturday (Jan. 20).

The monkey’s otonan was marked by a parade of two-meter-high ngrebeg gebogan (fruit arrangements). Many people came to the celebration with their children. As children learned how to feed the monkeys, the event was also an opportunity for children to feel a deeper appreciation for animals.

Secretary of Kukuh customary village, I Gusti Ngurah Pujayasa, explained that the Tumpek Uye ritual held as part of the otonan celebration is one of the ways that the palemahan (harmonious relations with the natural environment) aspect of the Tri Hita Karana teachings are applied. Tri Hita Karana is the Balinese concept of maintaining harmonious relations with our fellow humans, with the natural environment and with the divine. As the coordinators of the Alas Kedaton attraction, the people of Kukuh customary village along with the management board of Alas Kedaton and the Alas Kedaton board of commerce have been holding this ritual for the monkeys for a long time. However it is only in the last year and a half that the two meter-high fruit arrangement parade for the monkeys has been taking place every 6 months merchants.

“So, this is the third time that we have implement the giant fruit arrangement parade. Tumpek Uye is the day when we express our gratitude for the blessings bestowed on us by God in the form of tourists who visit this attraction to see the monkeys and flying fox”, explained Pujayasa.

The celebratory event started in the middle courtyard of Alas Kedaton Temple with a ritual for the monkeys. Then everyone prayed together and the gebogan or fruit arrangements were presented to God almighty. The Alas Kedaton Chamber of Commerce presented 22 fruit arrangements. Both the gebogan presented by the management of Alas Kedaton tourist attraction and the ones presented by the Kedaton Chamber of Commerce, were made up of all local fruits such as as red guava, tomatoes, corn, carrots, bananas, rambutan, papaya, mango and beans. After the prayers, the giant gebogan arrangement was paraded around the middle courtyard of Kahyangan Kedaton Temple and the outermost courtyard.

A flock of monkeys approached and picked the fruits presented by the residents of Kukuh and children also helps by giving the fruit directly to the monkeys. While the barrel of monkeys descended on those carrying the fruit gebongan, they were very polite about taking the fruit.

The moment when the monkeys swarmed the people carrying the fruit was when photographers also became excited about capturing this moment. The scene of the semi-tamed monkeys of Alas Kedaton coming to grab fruit from local residents was an opportunity to capture some great shots. (kmb28)

Pecatu and Uluwatu offer monkeys fruit Gebogan existence of the monkeys and for their harmonious co-existence with the humans that visit Uluwatu tourist attraction and surrounding area. This harmony is a clear expression of concept of Tri Hita Karana. (harmonious relations with fellow humans, with the environment and with the divine).

According to chief of Pecatu customary village, I Made Sumerta, this activity is routinely held

every six months according to the Balinese calendar as is a way to actively express harmonious with the environment – specifically the monkeys. “This activity can also be interpreted as a way to ensure that the monkeys adapt well to visitors”, he added.

The monkeys, he added are also a positive contribution to tourism in the area of Uluwatu and thus to the welfare of the people of Pecatu. “The tourism

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Gebogan Parade at Alas Kedaton attraction

Expression of gratitude to God MANGUPUR A - The atmosphere outside of Uluwatu Temple on Saturday (Jan. 20) was different that usual. AS a way to celebrate Tumpek Kandang or Tumpek Uye, Pecatu customary village and the management of Uluwatu Temple tourist attraction, offered a two- meter high fruit gebogan (arrangement) and celebratory ritual for the monkeys in the area. This ritual serves as an expression of gratitude for the

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area of Uluwatu Temple is quite a complete tourist attraction that is known as “the five wonderful beauties At Uluwatu”, referring to the natural panorama, beautiful sunset, the temple, the Kecak Dance and the forest where visitors can see the monkeys”, explained Sumerta.

Operations Manager of Uluwatu Temple Courtyard Attraction, Wayan Wijana, added that: “ because the monkeys provide a great

benefit to the Uluwatu tourist attraction, it is important to maintain harmonious relations with these creatures according the Balinese concept of Tri Hita Karana”.

The presence of the monkeys attracts tourists and according to Wijana the number of visitors continues to increase every year.

In 2017 there were 2 approximately 2 million visitors but they aim to have 2 million visitors in 2018. (kmb23)

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“Fast & Furious” star Diesel brings high-octane live show to London

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LONDON - The roaring engines and burning rubber of “The Fast & The Furious” films - one of cinema’s highest-grossing franchises - are skidding off the screen and into the real world, as a live stunt show based on the movies opens in London on Thursday.

“Fast & Furious Live,” held in London’s O2 arena, aims to recreate the elaborate stunts for which the films are known.

“We talked about a live show, but we’d never imagined it in the way that Rowland (creative director, Rowland French) imagined it,” actor Vin Diesel, one of the films’ main stars, told Reuters.

The show features around 40 vehicles, including tanks, trucks, a submarine and dozens of fire-spitting, customised muscle cars.

It uses 3D projection technology to help give the illusion that car chases are taking place over distances much greater than the inside of an arena.

“Fast and The Furious,” about a gang of illegal street racers, has spawned eight films since 2001, with two more in development, a forthcoming spin-off film, video games and theme park rides.

The franchise survived the death of one of its main stars, Paul Walker, killed in a car crash in 2013.

“I think he would totally get a kick out of, out of seeing our little movie turn into this show at the O2 arena,” Diesel said.

“He’d get a kick out of that.” (rtr) Actor Vin Diesel reacts as he poses during a photocall to promote his film “Fast & Furious 8” in Madrid, Spain April 6, 2017.

A Bitcoin sign is seen in Kuta on the resort island of Bali, Indonesia January 18, 2018. Picture taken January 18, 2018.

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Kim Kardashian names new baby girl Chicago

LOS ANGELES - And the name is .... Chicago West. Kim Kardashian’s new baby daughter with rapper husband Kanye West has been named Chicago, the reality star announced on her app on Friday.

The baby girl was born to a surrogate on Monday, a third child for the celebrity couple.

Kardashian revealed the name, without explanation, in a simple update to the birth announcement

she made earlier this week.

West, 40, was born in Atlanta and raised in Chicago.

Kardashian, 37, and West are already parents to North, 4, and Saint, 2.

The “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” reality and social media star has said she decided to use a surrogate after doctors warned of serious health risks if she became pregnant again. (rtr)

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Bitcoin use under scrutiny in Indonesian island of Bali

JAKARTA/KUTA - Indonesian authorities are investigating the use of bitcoin in the holiday island of Bali, amid warnings by the central bank in Southeast Asia’s biggest economy over the risks posed by virtual currencies, an official said. The probe started after the central bank on Dec. 7, 2017 issued a regulation banning the use of cryptocurrencies in payment systems, said Causa Iman Karana, head of Bank Indonesia’s representative office in Bali.

“We found out from some postings on social media that Bali appeared to have become a haven for bitcoin transactions,” said Karana.

Central bank officials and police went undercover at the end of 2017 to investigate scores of businesses in Bali advertising online that they offered bitcoin payment services, said Karana.

The team found two cafes still using bitcoin as a means of payment, but 44 businesses including car rental outlets, hotels, travel

companies and jewellery stores, previously offering the service, had now stopped, he said. One of the cafes used bitcoin only for transactions of more than 243,000 rupiah, or about 0.001 bitcoin. A single transaction took about 1 1/2 hours to be processed and included a fee of 123,000 rupiah so this had discouraged its wider use for payments, said Karana.

The official declined to name the businesses because he was still waiting for further instructions from

Bank Indonesia in Jakarta. “The next step is we will ban them as mandated by the law. We ask them not to use it anymore. Along with the Directorate of Special Crime Investigation unit, we will enforce the rule that all transactions in Indonesia must use rupiah.”

Some locals in Bali said bitcoin was being used mainly by foreigners on the island, which is Indonesia’s tourism hub and has a large expatriate community. Bank Indonesia has called ownership of virtual

currencies high risk and prone to speculation, because no authority takes responsibility or officially administers them and because there is no underlying asset to be the basis for the price.

Virtual currencies could also be used in money laundering and terrorism funding, and could have an impact on the stability of the financial system and causes losses for society, it has said. While trading has not be regulated so far, the central bank has said it was looking into the issue.

Regulators around the world have been grappling with how to address risks posed by cryptocurrencies, as bitcoin, the world’s most popular virtual currency, soared more than

1,700 percent last year. Prices have plummeted since South Korea said last week it may ban domestic cryptocurrency exchanges.

Bitcoin.co.id, an Indonesian online cryptocurrency exchange, said on its website that bitcoin was trading at 162.70 million rupiah ($12,247) per unit after losing around a quarter of it value this week. (rtr) News can also be heard in “Bali Image” at Global Radio FM 96.5 from 9.30 until 10.00 am. Listen to Global Radio FM at http:// globalfmbali.listen2myradio.com or live video streaming at http:// radioglobalfmbali.com and http:// ustream.tv/channel/global-fm-bali.