A group of senior school students from Keilor`s Overnewton College is in for a culture shock as they prepare to spend their next school holiday studying Indonesian in Malaysia. Yes, that`s right, Indonesian in Malaysia. The group of 20 Year 10 and 11 Indonesian language students will go to Malaysia at the end of June after the school... detail... »
The Indonesian government was grateful and delighted with the use of Bahasa Indonesia as one of the official languages in neighboring Timor-Leste, President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said Tuesday. "I really appreciate and welcome the use of Bahasa Indonesia as an official language in Timor-Leste," he said in a joint conference with his ... detail... »
Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono called on religious communities in the country to improve the harmonious environment as it would have a valuable investment for the future life of the nation. "There is a demand in every religion to preserve the environment", Antara news agency on Saturday quoted the president as saying duri... detail... »
The Philippines throws a cultural fiesta starting today for a week of cuisines, music, performances by a renowned dance troupe and an art exhibition. It celebrates 32 years of China relations and 109 years of independence, writes Jenny Hammond. The Philippines is said to be like a perfectly cut precious stone, with many colorful facets -... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan- The writing course for government and private sector officers in Jawi the Arabic alphabet used in Malay scripture, ended yesterday. The guest of honour, Ustaz Hj Zaidin bin Hj Ibrahim, head of the centre`s exhibition and census section, presented the certificates to participants. The workshop was held by the Cou... detail... »
On the first day of June, the millennium-old Borobodur Temple in Central Java of Indonesia was alive with Buddhist monks from the world over. They were here to celebrate the Waisak Day, the day that commemorates the birth, enlightenment and death of Buddha. From 1 pm local time, Buddhists from dozens of Buddhism organizations in Indone... detail... »
His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di- Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, Her Majesty Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hjh Saleha and Her Royal Highness Pengiran Isteri Azrinaz Mazhar yesterday attended a colourful `Berbedak` ceremony, rich in Brunei tradition for the royal bride and groom at the Istana Nurul Iman and Darul Karamah last night. The `B... detail... »
Orang-utans were studied for a year in Sumatra. Photo / Reuters Walking upright on two legs - a quintessentially human trait - started when our ape ancestors still lived in trees rather than evolving from knuckle-walking on the ground, scientists say. A study of how wild orang-utans living in the forests of Sumatra "walk" around the treet... detail... »
The Malaysian International Dive Expo 2007 (MIDE `07) will be making its second year run from July 6 to 8 at the Putra World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur. The consumer and trade exhibition, aiming to promote Malaysia as a world-class diving destination and increase awareness among the diving and non-diving community, will feature over 53 b... detail... »
Miri- Brunei has imposed tougher regulations on the import of Malaysian vegetables and fruits. A meeting here Thursday among Federal and state authorities from Sabah, Sarawak and the sultanate agreed that: there shall be a standard quality for all types of vegetables and fruits imported from Malaysia; there shall also... detail... »
Deputy Minister of Education Pg Dato Seri Setia Dr Hj Mohammad bin Pg Hj Abd Rahman yesterday said that reading up on materials that contain negative elements is not encouraged as it could affect the mind and soul of an individual to act on affairs that will damage the harmony within a community, the religion and the country. He said this ... detail... »
Singapore- What makes a successful tourist destination? Casinos, theme parks, and Bollywood films -- or a mix of historic sites and local culture? As Singapore reduces its dependence on electronics exports it wants to boost its tourism industry -- currently about 5 percent of gross domestic product -- and is betting on casinos an... detail... »
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