Jakarta, Indonesia - Bahasa Indonesia will have 2,000 new words — adapted from regional dialects and foreign languages — in the latest edition of the government-issued dictionary, an official said. Mujizah, head of language and literature studies at the Ministry of National Education, said on Thursday that the new words would be officia... detail... »
Palangkaraya, Indonesia - Djoko Suyanto, the Coordinating Minister for Political, Justice and Security Affairs, is scheduled to open the Third National Dayak Council convention in Palangkaraya, Central Kalimantan, tonight. For the next four days, the meeting will involve 800 people from, not only from the four provinces in Kalimantan, but... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam - The Acting Minister of Religious Affairs, Pg Hj Bahrom bin Pg Hj Bahar, said the Seri Begawan Religious Teachers College University that offers several Turath' book lectures and trains teachers, will one day provide opportunities for foreign students to follow the programmes especially on the Turath ... detail... »
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - No other language is able to unite the people in this country apart from the Malay language, said Information Communication and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Dr Rais Yatim. He said this was because the Malay language was understood by all and able to unite the people. The use and enculturation of the Malay langu... detail... »
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - The National Textile Museum in Jalan Sultan Hishamudin which opened in January this year is a treasure trove of fabrics and other artifacts. Its four galleries showcase the history and development of textiles. The Pohon Budi Gallery traces the origins, development and growth, through trade, of the textile ind... detail... »
Yogyakarta, Melayuonline.com – While the sad memory of Padang earthquake last year is still clear in mind, Indonesia has to shed tears again for those suffering from a recent earthquake and tsunami in Mentawai Islands. The disaster has devastated people’s homes in Pagai Selatan Island, killed and wounded hundreds. Many people have not b... detail... »
Pamekasan, Indonesia - Traditional music group Semut Ireng from Pamekasan, Madura, will perform at the State Palace on the occasion of US President Barack Obama`s visit in November. "According to the invitation we have received, we are expected to be at the palace on November 8," Hannan, the Semut Ireng coach, said here Monday. Hannan... detail... »
Parapat, Indonesia - Many foreign tourists from several other countries took part in 3K race in celebrating Toba Lake Festival here Sunday. Indonesian Athletics Association (PASI) Chief of North Sumatera region HM Yahya accompanied by General Secretary Irwan Pulungan said they were surprised to find the people so enthusiastic, including... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam - Negara Brunei Darussalam and Riau Indonesia have many similarities in terms of language and way of life, especially in culture and arts. Last night, the Riau Malay Community from the Peninsular Arts Training Centre, staged a Cultural Performance, Gelar Budaya Riau, at the Dewan Raya of Radio Televis... detail... »
Fiji, Japan - In an effort to create mutual understanding with the people of Fiji, and the Pacific in general, the Indonesian Embassy is organising a cultural night and exhibition at the Suva Civic Centre next week. Titled "Remarkable Indonesia", the event will show those in attendance the rich culture and diverse arts of Indonesia. ... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam - Malay language has the potential to become "language of Asean", considering it is spoken in four-member countries. The history of the language as one of the lingua francas and was once one of the predominant languages in the region, and is spoken by many minorities across the Southeast Asian r... detail... »
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Most Malaysians, particularly the adults, know what is 'songket. Songket is a fabric that belongs to the brocade family of textiles. It is hand-woven in silk or cotton, and intricately patterned with gold or silver threads. The metallic threads stand out against the background cloth to create a 'shimmering' effec... detail... »
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