Stories About ‘Central Java’

The following stories talk about the subject ‘Central Java’.

Indiana Jones and the “Temple of Jakarta”

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011, by Chris. 10 Comments

A fan/local perspective on the recent visit of American reality TV/game show "The Amazing Race" to Indonesia.


Jamasan, Larung Ageng, Sedekah Bumi & Manten Kucing

Friday, November 26th, 2010, by David. 7 Comments

Local government in Wonogiri withdraws funding for three traditional Javanese cultural ceremonies, while in Tulungagung a fourth practice is under threat.


Primitive Mystical Beliefs, & Mbah Maridjan

Wednesday, October 27th, 2010, by David. 36 Comments

Jusuf Kalla chides the residents of the slopes of Mt Merapi for believing in Javanese superstition, instead of trusting the government and science.


Human Error & Train Crashes

Monday, October 4th, 2010, by David. 3 Comments

Two fatal train crashes in one day, in Solo and Pemalang, total death toll 37 people, human error blamed for both accidents.


Indonesia Hotel Picks

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010, by Chris. 19 Comments

Boy picking noseLonely Planet's picks for the best hotel and hostel accommodation in Indonesia.


Lonely Planet’s Indonesia Highlights

Saturday, March 13th, 2010, by Chris. 20 Comments

A discussion of Indonesia's finest, according to Indonesia's best travel guide, Lonely Planet.


Latin Lovers & Bule Babies

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009, by David. 41 Comments

Latin LoverThe sad cautionary tale of Anastasia, her Italian lover boy, their bule baby, and her cuckolded husband.


Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) Schools

Wednesday, September 9th, 2009, by David. 12 Comments

Problematic religious schools on Java, which ones and police monitoring of them.


Building Bridges not Bunkers

Monday, August 10th, 2009, by David. 35 Comments

Different approaches to Abu Bakar Bashir from the police and military in Central Java.


Densus 88 Raids, Noordin (Not) Dead

Saturday, August 8th, 2009, by David. 96 Comments

Noordin M Top not dead after a Densus 88 raid in Temanggung, in another raid in Bekasi a car bomb is found.


Suicide Bombings in Jakarta

Saturday, July 18th, 2009, by David. 54 Comments

BombAlternative views of the terror attacks in Jakarta, Islamic extremism or rogue political and security forces.


Note-worthy Highlights of Indonesia

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009, by Chris. 12 Comments

RD consults another source for travel advice.


H1N1 Pig Flu, Swine Influenza Virus

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009, by David. 51 Comments

The swine flu scare, H1N1, effects on tourism and industries, and whether it is manmade.


Islam on the Political Map

Tuesday, April 14th, 2009, by David. 45 Comments

PPPIs political Islam down and out in 2009? Islamic parties look for reasons for their failure.


The End of Times

Friday, February 20th, 2009, by David. 11 Comments

Signs of the end of the world are read at a dangdut concert in Blora, while spectators are barely moved.


Real, True Ghost Story

Friday, January 30th, 2009, by David. 10 Comments

A young boy playing innocently at home in Kudus is rudely circumcised by a ghost, or ants.


Megawati Soekarnoputri

Saturday, December 20th, 2008, by David. 19 Comments

Has Megawati got the necessary Islamic credentials to be president, again, or does she like shopping too much.


Film Lastri & Eros Djarot

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008, by David. 39 Comments

A film that touches on events of 1965 starring Marcella Zalianty and directed by Eros Djarot runs afoul of the police.


Amrozi Executed by Firing Squad

Sunday, November 9th, 2008, by David. 92 Comments

AmroziAmrozi, Muklas, and Imam Samudra are executed by firing squad.


Syech Puji, Pujiono Cahyo & Underage Lust

Friday, October 24th, 2008, by David. 292 Comments

The controversy over a politician-cleric's marriage to an underage girl in Semarang.


Monarchy-Sultanate Form of Government

Tuesday, October 14th, 2008, by Ross. 47 Comments

Ross defends the monarchical principle and the Sultan of Yogyakarta's authority.


Muslim Schools

Saturday, August 30th, 2008, by David. 30 Comments

Syamsir SiregarIslamic boarding schools are under increasing pressure from radical elements, says Syamsir Siregar.


Learning Javanese Words & Phrases

Thursday, August 28th, 2008, by Guest Writer. 43 Comments

Purba Negoro on the future of Javanese language, and learning some easy words and phrases.


Sexy Dancing

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008, by David. 15 Comments

A troupe of "dirty dancing" girls has the otherwise sleepy town of Pekalongan hot and bothered.


Bibit–Rustriningsih

Monday, June 23rd, 2008, by David. 3 Comments

Bibit–Rustriningsih's win in Central Java continues PDI-P domination, with the PKS a distant third.


My Friend the Fanatic

Friday, June 13th, 2008, by David. 142 Comments

Sadanand Dhume's My Friend the Fanatic - Travels with an Indonesian Islamist.


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