only hope for the survival of a species that is on the brink of extinction. Until the late 19th century and early 20th century‚ Javan rhinos existed from northeast India and the Sunderbans‚ throughout mainland Southeast Asia‚ and on the island of Sumatra. Today‚ there are only as much as 35 individuals surviving in Ujung Kulon National Park in Java‚ Indonesia. How the species makes a living (what habitat‚ food‚ predators‚ etc.)‚ including any special physical/behavioral adaptations to its environment
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Indonesian cuisine is diverse‚ in part because Indonesia is composed of approximately 6‚000 populated islands of the total 18‚000 in the world’s largest archipelago.[1] Many regional cuisines exist‚ often based upon cultural and foreign influences.[1] Indonesian cuisine varies greatly by region and has many different influences.[1][2][3] Throughout its history‚ Indonesia has been involved in trade due to its location and natural resources. Additionally‚ Indonesia’s indigenous techniques and ingredients
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The Bharata Theatre in Jakarta Tour of Jakarta in Indonesia remains incomplete without knowing about the culture of the area. And Music Clubs and theaters in Jakarta is probably the wisest ways to explore the emerging culture of the area. Traditional theater and the cosmopolitan music is still revered by locals and tourists. The ethnic and immigrant population of Jakarta still maintaining their traditional forms of art. And the art form that is regularly practiced in various centers of art So if
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sector‚ is one of the most vital sectors in the Indonesia economy. Indonesia has a long history in the oil and gas industry. It has been up and running in the oil and gas sector for more than 125 years following its first oil discovery in North Sumatra in 1885‚ and prolong to be a significant player in the international oil and gas industry. Since the declining of oil production and the growing consumption in the late 2002‚ Indonesia turns into a net oil importer in year 2004‚ consequently causing
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Historical Background Bodhi-Dharma (菩提達摩) was an Indian Buddhist monk who came to China from India in the first quarter of the sixth century. He brought Mahayana Buddhism to China. Coming to China‚ he stayed nine years at the Shao-lin Temple (少林寺)‚ located in He-nan Province (河南省). Bodhi-Dharma is well-known in connection to a story expressed by the phrase “Wall Contemplation Nine Years (面壁九年)”. From the philosophy and practice represented by this phrase‚ the Chinese Zen Buddhism originated
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that by altering the balance between conservatism and change. Because Britain had failed so miserably to defend Malaya‚ its credentials as a protector were irrevocably tarnished. For administrative purposes‚ the Japanese linked the Peninsula with Sumatra as part of the Greater East Asia
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rhinos are losing their habitat because forests are being cleared in order to convert the land for other uses‚ and because the construction of logging roads makes areas more accessible to poachers. For example‚ Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park in Sumatra‚ Indonesia (which is estimated to have the largest amount of Sumatran rhinos) is still losing forest cover because illegal settlers are converting the forest for coffee and rice. In addition‚ Since Sumatran rhinos inhabit the remaining pockets of
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Nancy Gupton for National Geographic News Published February 27‚ 2010 A tsunami can kill thousands of people and level entire blocks in mere seconds. See how much you know about these walls of water (tsunami safety tips). (Related: "Tsunami Warning for Hawaii After Huge Chile Earthquake.") 1. What can cause a tsunami? a. Landslide b. Underwater earthquake c. Volcanic eruption d. All of the above 2. Do all undersea earthquakes trigger a tsunami? a. Yes b. No 3. What does the word "tsunami"
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devastating floods in Pakistan and Australia‚ * the serious food crisis in the Horn of Africa to name just a few. * the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies; * the 2004 Tsunami disaster that impacted the west coast of Sumatra‚ Indonesia; * the 2006 Katrina disaster in New Orleans – U.S.A; These are few‚ But we must also remember the hundreds of smaller disasters which have caused enormous damage and upheaval to the lives of millions around the world. LET’S HIGHLIGHT
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OMNITA Greetings everyone. It is an honour to be among all of you this evening. We would like to thank you the Indonesian Consulate General and Indonesia Trade Promotion Centre for the opportunity to present OMNITA. We exist to encourage a deeper exploration of Indonesian cultural heritage. And‚ in doing this we would like to offer an experience. You will be experiencing our culture through Our eco-friendly batik fabrics. It is eco-friendly because the Batik workshop that we source our
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