After fourth child, Ronaldo performes vasectomy

Rio de Janeiro - Star soccer player Ronaldo revealed on Sunday his recent vasectomy. The decision by the athlete comes after recognition of five-year-old Alexandre as his fourth child.

In 2010, Ronaldo received two additions to his family. On April 6, Maria Alice was born. Then, in December, Ronaldo learned of Alexandre. After performing DNA tests, Ronaldo accepted young Alex as his fourth child. The striker declared that four is enough, causing him to "close the factory."

Ronaldo`s other two children are named Ronald and Maria Sophia. According to the striker, none of the kids are jealous of Alexandre`s surprise arrival into the family.

Three of Ronaldo`s four kids were born in April (Ronald, Maria Alice and Alex), causing the athlete to announce a super-party in April of next year to celebrate all three birthdays at once.

Source: http://www.antaranews.com

Some 4,000 police officers to secure AFF final match

Jakarta - The Jakarta Police will mobilize around 4,000 officers to guard the second leg of the AFF 2010 final between Indonesia and Malaysia at the Bung Karno Sports Stadium, Senayan here on Wednesday (Dec 29).

"We will deploy a large security force with the assistance of the National Police headquarters," Senior Commissioner Baharudin Djafar, a spokesman of the Jakarta Metropolitan Police said here Monday.

Each sector of the stadium would be guarded by one detachment consisting of around 100 personnel.

Around 3,000 Police officers would be on standby at the Bung Karno Sports Stadium, and 900 others to help manage traffic around the stadium.

If President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono would watch the football match at the stadium, an additional security force will be deployed, namely 300 personnel of the presidential security force and 700 reserve personnel from the Indonesian military force.

The security guards would check every audience to prevent any illegal or dangerous objects from being brought to the stadium. (F001/A014/S026)

Source: http://www.antaranews.com

Korea Republic's Injured Striker Park to Miss Asian Cup 2011

Seoul - Korea Republic''s injured striker Park Chu-young will miss the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2011, the Korean Football Association (KFA) announced. Park was injured while celebrating his injury-time winner for his French team Monaco against FC Sochaux on December 23. After Park scored the winner, his ecstatic teammates mobbed and dived on him in celebrating the goal, not knowing that he had injured himself. "Park Chu-yong will miss the Asian Cup because of a knee injury," the KFA said. Striker Park Chu-young''s pullout due to injury dents Korea Republic''s frontline striking capabilities in the Asian Cup. National coach Cho Kwang-rae has drafted in Hong Jung-ho as a replacement for Park, who is expected to be out for four weeks. Park has represented Korea Republic 48 times, scoring 15 goals. The Koreans now go into the tournament with a severe dearth of experience on the goal-scoring front. Incheon’s Yoo Byung-soo has only one appearance for the senior team while 19-year-old Ji Dong-won, of Chunnam Dragons, has played twice, both players having failed to score. The other striker, Kim Shin-wook, of Ulsan, has yet to play for the first team. Korea Republic are in Group ''C'' with Australia, India and Bahrain for the Asian Cup finals starting in Qatar January 7. (QNA)

Job Vacancy at PT. ZTE Indonesia

PT. ZTE Indonesia as subsidiary company of ZTE Corporation is one of the leading telecommunication solution suppliers based on China providing total solution to telecom carriers worldwide. ZTE’s over 65,000 employees are working in more than 130 countries and regions in Asia, America, Europe, Africa, etc. In coping with our expansion in local market depending on our Indonesian large project demand, ZTE is looking for outstanding employees in Indonesia to fill in the vacant position of:

SR LEGAL OFFICER(Jakarta)
Requirements:Male / Female, below 40 years oldWorking experience at least 5 years in law firm, experience in Telco is an advantage.Have bachelor degree from reputable university.Able to work independently with minimum supervision.Excellent interpersonal skills to allow interaction at all levels of personnel in various functions.Fluent in English and Mandarin is advantageProficient in MS Office applications.Possess positive working attitude and able to handle pressure independently.Energetic, flexible, adaptable in multi-culture environment and independent.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Details minded, self-motivated and able to work independently to meet tight deadlines.

LEGAL ASSISTANT(Jakarta)
Requirements:Male / Female, below 30 years oldWorking experience at least 1 year in law firm, experience in Telco is an advantage.Have bachelor degree from reputable university.Able to work independently with minimum supervision.Excellent interpersonal skills to allow interaction at all levels of personnel in various functions.Fluent in English and Mandarin is advantageProficient in MS Office applications.Possess positive working attitude and able to handle pressure independently.Energetic, flexible, adaptable in multi-culture environment and independent.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Details minded, self-motivated and able to work independently to meet tight deadlines

CUSTOMER SERVICE SALES(Jakarta)
Responsibilities:Handing the customer extends service, communication, excavating, analyze with customer’s requirements.Development and sale the extend service, join the extend service bid, customer communication, technical clarification, implement project, contract negotiation and so on.As a service interface for customer, coordinate the development and resource configuration of extend service, responsible for customer satisfaction and apperceive degree.Collection the extend service information, reply the information and supply the solution on time.Negotiation the relationship between all the after-sales with customer, to guarantee customer satisfactionClarification the customer’s requirement during the service contract implementation, making the month and quarter statistic report, getting the certificate of service, supply the support to get the payment of service contract.

Requirements:· Skill and knowledge require: English, Telecommunication Product & Service· Minimum education require is Bachelor Degree· Has experience in maintenance and managed service division· Possess positive working attitude and able to handle pressure independently.· Energic, flexible, adaptable in multi-culture environment and independent.· Good interpersonal & communication skill

RECEPTIONISTJakarta
Responsibilities: Handle telephone operation and manage the reception Organize and handle for meeting roomProvide general administrative supportHandle for ticket registrationRequirements:Female below 30 years oldWorking experience at least 2 years in related field.Have a diploma degree at least D3.Fluent in English and Mandarin is advantageProficient in MS Office applications.Possess positive working attitude and able to handle pressure independently.Energic, flexible, adaptable in multi-culture environment and independent.Professional Telephone manners Good interpersonal & communication skill.

JUNIOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER(Balikpapan – 1 person & Banjarmasin – 1 person)
Responsibilities:Be responsible for project implementation and product maintenance Provide guidance, consultancy, technical support, and problem resolution to key customers/channel partners in project implementationLead role in working with the team to continuously enhance and improve the support service framework to achieve channel partners and customers satisfactionRequirement:Bachelor’s degree or above in Telecommunications / Electronics Engineering or equivalentMore than 1 year’s relevant experience in BSC Installation, daily maintenance and good understanding of project KPI, preferably come from multinational telecom companiesHave knowledge and skill in RF parameter and WIMAXExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsTeam player with strong analytical and problem solving skillsProficient in English.

REGIONAL ASSISTANTBalikpapan
Responsibilities:Responsible for organizing and coordinating office operations, external & internal affair, company assets, car management and accommodation –servant management in order to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency in related region area. Requirement:Computer literateHave knowledge of office administration and human resource managementExcellent interpersonal skillEffective verbal and listening communication skillFluently in English is a must, mandarin will be an advantagesMinimum of Diploma Degree from reputable university or aboveHas minimum of 1 year experience in related jobConfidence, detail and customer service orientedFlexiblePossess cultural awareness and sensitivity

LOGISTIC STAFF(Jakarta)Responsibilities: Support the logistic administration job.Manage inventory management for main warehouse, region warehouse, sparepart warehouse.Monitoring delivery equipment day by day

Requirements:Male / Female max 30 yearsDegree in Logistic transportation or administration with minimum GPA of 2.75/4.00Strong communication and organizational skills and abilities to motivate others; experienced in project managementHave basic logistic knowledge; be familiar with major supplier authentication and procurement processesProficient in English, mandarin is a mustFresh graduates or 1 year experience in admin or logistic.

Forward your comprehensive resume and CV in English to:
hrindonesia@zte.com.cnOr post them to:
PT.ZTE Indonesia The East Building, 26th FloorLingkar Mega Kuningan, Kav.E3.2 No.1South Jakarta 12950

Administrative and Secretarial Job Vacancy

Needed, A Hard Worker Challenges and enthusiasts!
With a fairly rapid growth companies, we consulting firm CSR opens opportunities for you who are highly motivated, dynamic, willing to come forward and discipline. Join us to become one of the media team and our workshop as:

Administrative and Secretarial
Qualifications:
* Graduated D3 Administration and similar
* Female, age max. 27 years.
* Have good communication skills
* Able interesting
* Ability to work with target
* Accustomed to working with multiple tasks at one time (multi-tasking)
Send letter of application with CV, recent photograph and phone number which can be contacted a maximum of 25 December 2010 to:
HRD Department
PT Interdev
Gatot Subroto Kav. 36A Walahar
Bendungan Hilir Jakarta 10210 Indonesia
e-mail: info@interdev.co.id

Job Vacancy at PT Holcim Indonesia Tbk

PT Holcim Indonesia Tbk – Holcim Indonesia is one of the largest and the most fully integrated cement producers incorporating aggregates and ready mixed concrete production. Today we are also a pioneer in leading a paradigm shift in the sector, from a commodity perspective to recognized brand values, from basic cement production to integrated building materials, solutions and sustainable construction.

We believe in the power of people development which plays a vital role in the shift. If you share our passion and value, please join us in our exciting ride of change.

Customer Care Frontline (CCF) (Jawa Barat – Bogor – Narogong Plant)
Requirements:
* Education: Bachelor degree from any discipline from reputable university
* Experience:
- At least 1 in Customer Service or Call Center
- Has experience in Hospitality industries, Airlines, Telco or Banking
- Has an excellence communication skill
- Able to complaint handling
- Team player person and enjoy teamwork
- Willing to work shift
* Computer literacy: MS Office and Call Center applications would be an advantage
* Language: Good communication skills in Bahasa and English ( oral and written )
Organizational Design & Development Dept.
PT Holcim Indonesia Tbk
E-mail : recruitment-idn@holcim.com

Software Engineer vacancy at InfoStretch Solutions Pvt.Ltd.

Job Description
Key Skills: XML, XSLT, XPath, XSD, SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Designation: Jr. Software Engineer/ Software Engineer
No. Of Positions: 2
Experience: 2-5 Yrs
Skills: XML, XSLT, XPath, XSD
Cast Iron integration tool (If not, any B2B integration tool like TIBCO)
Any XML Editor experience (Good to have XMLSpy)
Good Communication skills

Company Profile
InfoStretch delivers solutions and results for projects large and small, in industries with clients ranging from Fortune 100 firms to start-ups. Since 2004, weve successfully served more than 50 customers and worked on 120+ projects. We have served customers from Financial Services, Retail, Utilities, Mobile, Telecom, SaaS, Media and Entertainment, ISVs, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management and many other industries.

We work with our clients through technology and business changes that shape their competitive advantage. We know that in globally competitive dynamics, delivering high quality services and ensuring brand integrity are vital for your success. InfoStretch supports our customers growth by customizing solutions unique to their industries and business needs.

Indonesians in M`sia urged to support "Garuda" team

Jakarta - Ruling Democratic Party leader Anas Urbaningrum called on Indonesian migrant workers in Malaysia to show their real support for the Indonesian soccer team when meeting the host country`s team in Kuala Lumpur on December 26.

"We hope our brothers and sisters, migrant workers, would support of our team when it meets Malaysia in the 2010 AFF Suzuki Cup`s final match on December 26," he said here Monday.

The Indonesian embassy in Kuala Lumpur was expected to enable the Indonesian migrant workers to watch the "Garuda" (Eagle) team at the Kuala Lumpur soccer stadium, he said.

"Our embassy is expected not only to facilitate our workers but also to help smooth their effort to come to the stadium," he said.

Indonesian soccer team`s striker Christian Gonzales said he was ready for scoring goals in the final match of the AFF Suzuki Cup 2010 with Malaysia on December 26 and 29.

"I am always ready if my coach picked me," he told newsmen after playing in the second leg of the AFF Suzuki Cup`s semifinal against the Philippines team here Sunday evening.

The only goal that secured Indonesia`s victory was made by Gonzales, naturalized Indonesian citizen married to an Indonesian.

In the first leg, Indonesia also defeated the Philippines with one goal also scored by Gonzales who came from Uruguay.

He said he would always do his best to bring victory to his team at anytime. But, his success in scoring goals was actually the result of a solid team work, he said.

"I cannot score goals if there is no solid support from the other players. Therefore scoring goals is the result of all players` hard work," said the naturalized playmaker who once played for Persib Bandung.

Gonzales who married Eva Siregar was publicly regarded as the one who had brought the national team to the grand final match due to be held in Malaysia on December 26 and in Indonesia on December 29.

President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono who watched the semifinal match at Bung Karno soccer stadium here Sunday evening praised the Indonesian soccer team`s victory and spectacular performance.

However, the head of state urged the Indonesian players to focus on their final match with Malaysia.

"Don`t be inattentive. Keep concentrating on the final match with Malaysia," he said.

President Yudhoyono and First Lady Ani Yudhoyono watched the spectacular game along with tens of thousands of Indonesian fans, including senior politicians, top government officials and cabinet members.

The AFF committee decided that the two legs of the Indonesia-the Philippines` semifinals will be held at Bung Karno soccer stadium because the AFF regarded the Philippines` soccer stadium did not meet the international standards. (R013/F001/S026)

Top Indonesian striker ready to beat M`sia

Jakarta - Indonesian soccer team`s striker Christian Gonzales said he was ready for scoring goals in the final match of the AFF Suzuki Cup 2010 with Malaysia on December 26 and 29.

"I am always ready if my coach picked me," he told newsmen after playing in the second leg of the AFF Suzuki Cup`s semifinal against the Philippines team here Sunday evening.

The only goal that secured Indonesia`s victory was made by Gonzales, naturalized Indonesian citizen married to an Indonesian.

In the first leg, Indonesia also defeated the Philippines with one goal also scored by Gonzales who came from Uruguay.

He said he would always do his best to bring victory to his team at anytime. But, his success in scoring goals was actually the result of a solid team work, he said.

"I cannot score goals if there is no solid support from the other players. Therefore scoring goals is the result of all players` hard work," said the naturalized playmaker who once played for Persib Bandung.

Gonzales who married Eva Siregar was publicly regarded as the one who had brought the national team to the grand final match due to be held in Malaysia on December 26 and in Indonesia on December 29.

President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono who watched the semifinal match at Bung Karno soccer stadium here Sunday evening praised the Indonesian soccer team`s victory and spectacular performance.

However, the head of state urged the Indonesian players to focus on their final match with Malaysia.

"Don`t be inattentive. Keep concentrating on the final match with Malaysia," he said.
President Yudhoyono and First Lady Ani Yudhoyono watched the spectacular game along with tens of thousands of Indonesian fans, including senior politicians, top government officials and cabinet members.

Golkar Party leader Abu Rizal Bakrie, Democrat Party leader Anas Urbaningrum, Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR) Marzuki Alie, Chairman of the Regional Representatives Council (DPD) Irman Gusman, and Coordinating Minister for Social Welfare Agung Laksono were also seen among the spectators.

President Yudhoyono said he thanked Almighty God for the Indonesian team`s victory that paved the way to be in the final match with Malaysia.

"Thank God, we will enter the final," he said, adding that the Indonesian soccer players could have combined techniques of aggressive attacks and solid defense.
The head of state called on the entire nation to pray for the national team`s victory in two legs of the final match.

President Yudhoyono said the government promised the national team members a token of appreciation.

The AFF committee decided that the two legs of the Indonesia-the Philippines` semifinals will be held at Bung Karno soccer stadium because the AFF regarded the Philippines` soccer stadium to meet the international standards.(*)

Victory against Philippines arises RI`s pride

Makassar, S Sulawesi - Indonesia`s victory against the Philippines team in the 2010 AFF Suzuki Cup`s semifinal on Sunday evening had arisen the nation`s pride, a former soccer player said.

The victory did not only paved the way for the national soccer team to get the final match ticket but it was also a momentum for every Indonesian to appreciate their country, Abdi Tunggal said.

"This victory has enabled us to forget the problems we are facing as a nation for a moment. I think the victory has arisen the spirit of nationalism due to our players` heroic struggle," he said.

This former striker of PSM (Makassar Soccer Club) said the Indonesian public support was so spectacular as shown by the flocks of soccer enthusiasts at the stadium in Jakarta.

"This is an indication that our people are no longer ashamed to show their concrete support for our national team," he said.

Sharing Abdi Tunggal`s opinion, Husain Abdullah, another soccer enthusiast, said the Indonesian team`s victory had united the entire nation regardless of the existing economic, legal and political problems.

"We put our problems aside for a moment, like the Gayus corruption case. Today (Sunday), we celebrate our victory happily. May our thirst for the championship be gained by beating Malaysia in the final match," he said.

Indonesian soccer team`s striker Christian Gonzales said he was ready to score goals in the final match of the AFF Suzuki Cup with Malaysia on December 26 and 29.

"I am always ready if my coach picked me," he told newsmen after playing in the second leg of the AFF Suzuki Cup`s semifinal.

The only goal that secured Indonesia`s victory was made by Gonzales, naturalized Indonesian citizen married to an Indonesian.

In the first leg, Indonesia also defeated the Philippines with one goal also scored by Gonzales who came from Uruguay.

He said he would always do his best to bring victory to his team at anytime. But, his success in scoring goals was actually the result of a solid team work, he said.

"I cannot score goals if there is no solid support from the other players. Therefore scoring goals is the result of all players` hard work," said the naturalized playmaker who once played for Persib Bandung.

Gonzales who married Eva Siregar was publicly regarded as the one who had brought the national team to the grand final match due to be held in Malaysia on December 26 and in Indonesia on December 29.

President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono who watched the semifinal match at Bung Karno soccer stadium here Sunday evening praised the Indonesian soccer team`s victory and spectacular performance.

However, the head of state urged the Indonesian players to focus on their final match with Malaysia.

"Don`t be inattentive. Keep concentrating on the final match with Malaysia," he said.
The head of state called on the entire nation to pray for the national team`s victory in two legs of the final match.

President Yudhoyono said the government promised the national team members a token of appreciation.

The AFF committee decided that the two legs of the Indonesia-the Philippines` semifinals will be held at Bung Karno soccer stadium because the AFF regarded the Philippines` soccer stadium to meet the international standards.(*)

South Korea Captain Ji-sung to Retire After AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2011

Seoul - Korea Republic captain Park Ji-sung has planned to end his national team career after the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2011, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said in its news report issued here last night.

Quoting the Korean and Manchester United ace's father Park Sung-jong, the report said the continental showpiece in Qatar would be his last for the national team.

"Ji-sung, 29, said before the FIFA World Cup in South Africa that the Asian Cup would be his last national tournament," the senior Park said.

"Now, ahead of the Asian Cup, there is no reason for him to change his mind."

Park said his son wanted to give more chances to young players.

"Ji-sung said 'when I give way, players like Lee Chung-yong will appear. They don't have to think I should be there'.

Health issue was another compelling reason for him to retire after the finals in Qatar.

Park said travelling around the globe to play international matches for Korea has affected him and he also wants to focus on his club more.

Ji-sung will be back in Korea for training for the AFC Asian Cup after playing the league match against Sunderland on December 27.

His national teammate Yeam Ki-hoon, who plays for Suwon Bluewings, said, "I hope he changes his mind as he is a very important player for Korean national team."

Chunnam's 19-year-old player Ji Dong-won said, "He is still a very good player. I am also able to learn a lot from him. So, I wish he stays in the national team." (QNA)

Gulf Cup to Be Inaugurated for First Time in Yemen Tonight

Aden - The Gulf Football Cup will be inaugurated officially in Yemen Monday evening by Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh. The 20th Gulf Cup, hosted in Yemen for the first time since its accession to some GCC institutions nine years ago, will take place from November 21st up to December 5th 2010. The inauguration will also be attended by President of Djibouti Ismail Omar Guelleh and President of Eritrea Isaias Afewerki, in addition to heads of the participating delegations in the championship. The Yemeni team will face in the opening the Saudi team, three time champions of the Cup which begun in Bahrain 40 years ago. In the Second match, which will start 10 pm local time (7GMT), Qatar will play Kuwait. Yemen invested almost $1 billion to prepare for the Cup by building new stadiums and Hotels. Yemen''s Interior Minister Mutahar al-Masri said the two-week event involving eight teams from the GCC, Yemen and Iraq will be "100% safe," and the military has deployed extra 30,000 troops to Aden and Abyan. The first Gulf Cup was inaugurated on March 27, 1970, by the Emir of Bahrain with four national teams; Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain. It began when the Bahrain Football Association adopted this idea under the chairmanship of Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa who travelled as the head of a delegation from Bahrain to Mexico during a session of the Mexico City Olympics in 1968, and introduced the idea to the Stanley Rouse, President of world football body then. In February 1969, Rouse visited Bahrain, where he met the then Governor of Bahrain, Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa. Rouse expressed his support and welcomed it strongly on the grounds that the Gulf region did not have the opportunity to participate in any tournaments and international competitions. Rouse agreed upon the establishment of this tournament and the team of Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain participated in it. Qatar participated with special exception from the president of FIFA since it was not a member of International Federation of Football during those days but it received a temporary membership to take part in the event. The preliminary meeting for the Gulf Cup was held under the chairmanship of Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Football Association on June 19, 1969 in the municipality of Bahrain and in the presence of representatives of associations of the four Gulf states. It was agreed to hold the first Gulf Cup in March 1970 in Bahrain, as the amendable draft was approved. The draft which was approved, included the objectives of the tournament, namely to raise interest in sport, raise the level football in the Gulf states and provide the opportunity for closer ties of fraternity and friendship between the people of the Arabian Gulf. UAE joined the party two years later in 1972, while Oman was participating for the first time in the Kuwait Torment which was held in 1974. In 1976, Iraq participated for the first time and Yemen was for the first time 8 years ago.(QNA)

Technical Staff Vacancy at PT Kansai Paint Indonesia

PT Kansai Paint Indonesia, established on November 4, 1999, a company that manufactures paint for automotive. We are committed to be the best company that providing the highest superiority of product within the range or requirement from customers.

Right now, we are seeking candidate to fill the following position:

Technical Staff

Requirements:
- S1 graduation of Chemical Engineering;
- Male, age max 28 years old;
- Good command of speaking and writing English;
- Computer literate (Ms. Excel and Ms. Word);
- Experienced / Fresh graduated are encourage to apply

Send application, CV, recent photograph, Academic Certificate, Transcript and other supporting�documents before December 23, 2010 to the address below:
ika@kpid.co.id
or
PT Kansai Paint Indonesia
Attn. Personnel, GA & Legal Department
Kawasan Industri MM2100 Blok DD-7 & DD-6
Cikarang Barat, Bekasi 17520

Please mark the position (“Technical Staff”) on the left side of the envelope or subject of email.

Source: http://www.lowongan-pekerjaan.com

Internal Audit Officer vacancy at PT Sakafarma Laboratories

We are one of national pharmaceutical company, a Kalbe company, that produces MEXTRIL, Sakatonik Liver, Mensana brands, etc. Currently we are looking for dedicated and dynamic person to fill the following position:

Internal Audit Officer

Requirements
* Male, age between 25 - 30 years old
* Bachelor Degree majoring Accounting / Computer Accounting or relevant major
* Having experience min. 2 years as Internal Audit / Marketing Finance or similar responsibility
* Computer literate (MS. Office)
* Willing to travel to our branch locations
* Able to work under pressure, good initiative and attitude, good analytical thinking, detail oriented, have good communication and interpersonal skill
* Able to work individually or with team.

If you meet the requirements and would like to apply, please send your application letter, CV, & latest photo to :

HR-Recruitment
PT Sakafarma Laboratories
Jl. Jend. A. Yani No. 2 Pulo Mas, Jakarta Timur – 13210
or email to
recruitment@sakafarma.com and hrd.sakafarma@gmail.com. Closing date is December 26, 2010.
Please put the code of position at the envelope or code and your name in the email subject (Ex.: IA-BUDI).
Only shortlisted candidate will be notified. For further information please visit www.sakafarma.com.

Source: http://www.lowongan-pekerjaan.com

Accountant / Bookeeper Vacancy at PT Citra Consultant Indonesia

Responsibilities:
* Prepare financial statements
* Reconcile bank accounts
* Verify bank transactions and post in a database
* Apply payments against customer and create bills for different transactions
* Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and other tax requirements.
* Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.
* Establish tables of accounts, and assign entries to proper accounts

Requirements:
* Candidate must be a Certified Public Accountant or equivalent
* Candidate must be able to speak and write Bahasa Indonesia and English
* Working experience in the related field is required for this position.
* Must be an expert in MYOB and Computer literate
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Able to work with minimal supervision
* With pleasing personality and good moral character
* A proven track record and a verifiable work history

Position based in Bali Indonesia. Interviews will be conducted in Jakarta or Bali or Manila. Only short list candidates will be notified.
Send resume and photograph to :
accountservicesbali@gmail.com

Source: http://www.detikjobs.org

Vacancy at PT. Love Indonesia

PT. Love Indonesia is an Internet Service Content Provider that provide various lifestyle information and exclusive offers from multi industries.
We offer best media to promote their Brand / Products / Services.
Our mission is becoming the leader of providing the most updated lifestyle portal service in Indonesia. And internationally accepted as the best professional company that providing updated lifestyle portal.

To support our sustained growth, we are inviting highly qualified professionals to join our team :

System Analyst Visual Basic
(Jakarta Raya)

Requirements:

Male / Female
S1 Graduated from Computer Science & Electro
Excellence in English both oral & written
Strong in Visual Basic, MSSQL & SQL Server
Having good in Logic Programming
Communicative, creative, energetic and highly motivated
Self-discipline and goal-oriented, Willing to work with flexible hours
Able to prioritize tasks and able to work as a team
Strong personality and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
High motivation, fast learner, responsible and outstanding performance

If you would like to be part of a great company that offers tremendous career opportunities then please forward your CV resume, latest photo, and a cover letter to:

c/o Human Resources Department
Jl. Kramat Raya No. 140 Jakarta 10430
or by Email to: hrd@asiakom.net

Source: http://www.detikjobs.org

Indonesia’s Kasih Set for One More Run in Dakar

By Ami Afriatni

Competing in the Dakar Rally can take a toll on any driver. And as Indonesia’s Kasih Hanggoro can attest, going it alone can make the experience a lot more difficult.

Kasih announced on Thursday that he would shift events in the Dakar, from single-seater buggy to small SUVs, in what he said would be his last rally.

The 40-year-old participated in this year’s 14-stage race but only made it to the third stage before his vehicle broke down.

Kasih said he planned to drive a Mitsubishi Montero V60 for the Spain-based Epsilon team in the next rally.

He has also tapped Iriatna Yudha Satria to be his navigator in the 2011 Dakar Rally, which is scheduled to run Jan. 1-16.

“It is really hard to race alone, especially in a rally as big as this one. That’s why I’ve decided to switch cars,” said Kasih, the first Indonesian to compete in the Dakar Rally since Tinton Soeprapto in 1990.

“It’s an unfinished business for me, and that’s the reason why I wanted to give it another shot.

“Plus it’ll be an opportunity for me to learn more about how events like these are operated. Who knows, maybe we can do the same thing here in our country.”

Kasih and Yudha traveled to Spain in October to test drive for Epsilon, under the supervision of Lucas Cruz, who navigated for Carlos Sainz when they won the 2010 Dakar Rally.

Yudha said he learned a lot during the training in Spain and was ready for his Dakar debut.

“[Cruz] taught me a lot, like reading maps and analyzing GPS, He gave us a lot of tips,” the Harley-Davidson mechanic said.

“Our goal is to just finish this year, because it won’t be easy. Only around 30 percent of the field reach the final stage.”

Without the benefit of sponsorship, Kasih, who occupies a top-level management position at Budi Luhur University in Jakarta, has dug deep into his own pockets to keep his rally dreams alive.

“I’ve spent thousands of euros already, but I don’t mind because it’s been an amazing experience,” said Kasih, who is considered one of Indonesia’s most prominent off-road racers.

“I’m not thinking about results. It’d be great though if I could improve on my achievement from this year.”

Kasih said he planned to retire from the Dakar Rally after the 2011 race, and added that he hoped more Indonesians would take an interest in the sport.

Part of his long-term plan is to set up a driving school for aspiring off-road racers.

“I would like to share my experience and skills with the youngsters,” he said

Source: http://www.thejakartaglobe.com

Ferrari Dispels Job Fears After Title Loss

London. Ferrari will carry out minor tweaks to its Formula One team but no big changes after its failure to win a title this season, president Luca di Montezemolo said on Sunday.

Ferrari’s Spanish driver Fernando Alonso ended the year second overall after a strategy error in the final race at Abu Dhabi ended his hopes of a third world championship and crowned Red Bull’s Sebastian Vettel instead.

The Italian team finished third in the constructors’ standings.

“We have very clear targets,” the team Web site quoted Montezemolo as saying at the Ferrari Mondiali event with fans and car owners from around the world at Valencia’s Ricardo Tormo circuit in eastern Spain.

“Right from Sunday night in Abu Dhabi I immediately tried to console our guys who were crying in the garage, spurring them to immediately look to the future.

“Changes within the team? That is not our philosophy, because for years now we have adopted a policy based on dynamic stability,” the Italian added. “A few minor adjustments are possible, but no major upheaval.”

Montezemolo paid tribute to Alonso, in his first season with Ferrari after winning his titles with Renault, and Brazilian team mate Felipe Massa.

“Alonso was amazing, both on and off the track, determined and full of self-belief, a real driving force,” he said.

“I expect a lot from Felipe next year. I am sure he will return to being the man we saw in 2008.”

Massa ended the season sixth overall after returning from serious head injuries suffered in a crash in Hungary in July 2009. He missed out on the title in 2008 by a single point to McLaren’s Lewis Hamilton.

Montezemolo said he was also happy with team principal Stefano Domenicali’s work in “moving us forward with great ability, spirit and a sense of balance.”

Reuters

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Indonesia's Football Team Into the AFF Cup Final

By Sandy Pramuji & Wimbo Satwiko

or the weak of heart,” Indonesia coach Alfred Riedl said.

“It was difficult to win the last time, but the Philippines made it even harder for us.”

Next up for Indonesia is Malaysia in what promises to be an emotionally charged two-leg final that will open in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday and end at Bung Karno Stadium on Dec. 29

Malaysia, the reigning Southeast Asian Games champion, secured its place in the AFF Cup final, its first since the inaugural tournament in 1996, by ousting 2008 champion Vietnam 2-0 on aggregate.

The Malaysians’ only defeat in this year’s Cup came against Indonesia — a 5-1 thrashing during the group stage.

Indonesia is heading back to the AFF Cup final for the first time since 2004 when it lost to Singapore 5-2 on aggregate.

Gonzales figured in a number of scoring chances early in the game, but the Persib Bandung striker couldn’t cash in.

One of those opportunities came just past the 20th minute mark when the naturalized Uruguay forward took a short pass in front of an unmanned goal from one of his teammates, but couldn’t control the ball which rolled past his legs.

In the 41st minute, Gonzales received a long pass at the penalty box with only goalkeeper Neil Etheridge to beat but his attempt went wide.

His frustration and those of some 85,000 fans at the Bung Karno Stadium would end a minute later though.

With a phalanx of Philippines defenders standing between him and the goal, Gonzales fired a long-range shot that bounced hard off Filipino defender Robert Gier and back to Gonzales.

Not to be denied, Gonzales found some space on his left and launched a missile from way outside the penalty area that was well out of Etheridge’s reach and landed high on the left-side net.

The Philippines was in disarray through most of the game and never found a clear target, with most of their shots coming from beyond 40 meters and none having a chance.

After the break, Indonesia was determined to double its lead, but Etheridge made sure the Filipinos would bow out of the tournament with their heads held high by stopping shots from Zulkifli Syukur and Muhammad Ridwan early in the second half.

“We had our chances in the second half but we just made a lot of bad decisions,” Riedl said.

“We weren’t looking for a good game today, but we were looking to go to the final.”

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Veteran warn youngsters to take it easy

By Ashley Hammond

Dubai: Two veterans of ladies golf have warned youngsters heading into the game to take it easy — in a week when Michelle Wie, who started as a USGA Amateur aged 10, is struggling with a dilapidating back injury. She's just 21.

Laura Davies said, "The trouble is they practice so hard when they are still growing. I'm no doctor or chiropractor but I assume that's when you're doing the damage to your body."

Davies said of Wie, "She's 21 with a really bad back from what I can make out. Christina [Kim] was telling me about it today and it doesn't sound good. If she can afford to take time off to get it right over the years then she'll be fine — but if she's one of those who play 30 times a year she can't do it."

Davies' advise to youngsters coming through the ranks like 15-year-old Alexi Thompson is to learn from Wie and to ease off on golf in order to avoid burnout by 20, "Don't stand on the range every day practicing. When you have a week off have it off — you don't have to play golf all the time just because you're a professional golfer — they wear me out just watching them."

Meanwhile, Trish Johnson's advice was more regarding the mental than physical strains. "After they've played golf with five to six years of traveling they're only 20 years of age, but they've done what most Tour pros have been doing for a long time. That's tough when you have a mental age of their age."

"It's very young mentally. I've seen a lot of good young players and not many have carried it on."

As for Wie, Johnson said, "It's interesting to see what the next few years of her career hold really. She's been subjected to something I certainly wouldn't have liked at that age — that sort of pressure at that age regardless of how much money you're earning is not for me."

"She's been around since she was 13, that's a long time and she hasn't won many tournaments [2] that's not to say she won't but it wouldn't be what I would choose if I had kids," said Johnson.

The earning potential of some of the younger players through endorsements and sponsorships, beyond their actual ability to win a tournament has become something of a running joke on tour with one caddy overheard dubbing Kim In-kyung, ‘Income Kim' instead.

Davies said of such a young introduction for Thompson, "So long as she wants to play, as long as they [her parents] are not pushing her to play. I'm not saying they are. But if she wants to play and compete then why not, as long as it's regulated properly by the parents."

Johnson said of the view that the youngsters are the poster-girls pushing the game forward, "Well they're not really. There's no bigger draw than Laura [Davies]. Do people come to watch Alexi Thompson not yet because no one know's who she is — she's potentially a very good player. But she's not a name she's a kid and people don't associate with kids."

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Emmrooz to target Jebel Ali Stakes

By Leslie Wilson

Dubai - Trainer Dhruba Selvaratnam is content to target the Dh500,000 Listed Jebel Ali Stakes with Emmrooz instead of attempting a shot at one of the richer purses during the 2011 Dubai International Racing Carnival.

Commenting on the horse's future plans following his impressive victory in the Shadwell-sponsored 1600M conditions race yesterday the former champion trainer said: "I would prefer to bring him back for the Jebel Ali Stakes instead of running him in the Carnival.

"I think he's a much better horse on this track than on the all-weather at Meydan. Mind you he ran a pretty good race when fourth to Derbaas at Meydan last month although he wouldn't gallop. But what we saw today was a much improved performance.

"He's a really good horse, but not the easiest one to ride. Kieren [Fallon] suggested that we put the blinkers on him to help him stay focused, so we might try that next time."

Emmrooz scored by half a length from Haatheq, ridden by Richard Hills.

The Jebel Ali Stakes is the first of three pattern races that are the highlights of the season at the Friday racecourse. It is run over 1,950 metres and takes place on January 14. The other two races are the Jebel Ali Mile on January 28 and Jebel Ali Sprint on March 11.

Selvaratnam and Buick went on to complete a meet double when Canwinn landed the Al Shafar Group handicap over 1,400 metres. That took Selvaratnam's tally for the season to eight wins and left in fifth place on the trainer's table behind leaders Satish Seemar and Musabah Al Muhairi (14 wins), Ali Rashid Al Raihe (11) and Eric Lemartinel (9).

Seemar drew a rare blank yesterday after a very high strike-rate during the season while Musabah's success with Atlantic Brave in the Commercial Bank of Dubai-sponsored handicap over 1400m ensured he would be joint leader with the master of Zabeel Stables.

Despite conceding weight to his nine rivals Atlantic Brave produced a big effort for stable jockey Wayne Smith to score by a 1 1/4 length from Dahteer while Classic Blade was a head behind in third for jockey Ted Durcan.

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Lebron makes triumphant homecoming by ripping Cavs

Cleveland, Ohio - LeBron James, a former hero booed as a villain in a long-awaited return to the city he spurned, scored 24 of his 38 points in the third quarter Thursday to spark Miami`s 118-90 rout of Cleveland.

The two-time NBA Most Valuable Player gave a display of the form that once drew cheers from sellout crowds at Cleveland, hitting 15-of-25 shots while dealing eight assists and grabbing five rebounds in a triumphant homecoming.

"I know this court. I made a lot of shots on this court," James said of his 10-for-12 shooting effort in the third quarter. "I just wanted to be aggressive and keep them out of the game."

Cavaliers fans, who began by booing James when he walked on the court, when he was introduced and every time he touched the ball were eventually rendered silent by a virtuoso performance, one they knew well when it favored them.

"We know everywhere will be a hostile crowd," James said. "Seven great years, loved every part, loved every moment. As a team we tried our best to bring a championship to the city. I have the utmost respect for this team and these fans."

A city that has not had a major team sports champion since American football`s 1964 Cleveland Browns, and that put its hopes and hearts in the hands of James, watched in pain as he signed with the Heat last July.

James, born and raised in nearby Akron, made no apologies to Cleveland supporters after taking their best taunts and delivering one of his most electric efforts before being benched for the entire fourth quarter.

"I don`t want to apologize," James said. "My intentions were not to hurt anyone. The decisions I make I live with. There are always ways you could do to make them better."

Miami improved to 12-8, still far short of the dominating form many expected when James left the Cavaliers for what he considered a better chance to win an NBA title alongside fellow superstars Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.

"We came here with one goal and that was to win a basketball game," James said. "This was the most complete game we had this year from start to finish."

Wade added 22 points, nine rebounds and nine assists while Bosh had 15 points for Miami, which had lost five times in a row at Cleveland against James-led Cavaliers squads.

In the seconds after the game, James walked off the bench and hugged former Cavaliers teammate Mo Williams after inflicting the worst loss the Cavaliers have suffered this season, in which they have a 7-11 record.

A chorus of boos from a sellout crowd of more than 20,000 spectators greeted James but neither hecklers nor former teammates could do much to stop the playmaker.

James and Wade each scored 14 points in the first half to power Miami to a 59-39 half-time lead, helping diminish the decibel level of the jeers by the second half.

Fans displayed such signs as "Lyin` King" for the man nicknamed "King James" and "Witless" instead of "Witness," echoing Nike`s ad campaign that "We Are All Witnesses" to James` greatness.

In an atmosphere typically reserved for the NBA Finals, fans booed every time their former hero touched the basketball.

"I understand it. I have a lot of love for these fans but I`m playing for the Miami Heat now," James said. "We used the adversity of this game and tried to build off it."

One fan was ejected after screaming in the face of James as security, which routinely features metal detectors, was tightened at Quicken Loans Arena.

James did receive hugs from some former teammates and the fans did cheer for the introduction of Lithuanian center Zydrunas Ilgauskas, another former Cavalier who joined the Heat in the off-season.

Fans chanted "Akron Hates You," a reference to his nearby Ohio hometown, and a group of fans sitting together wore shirts that spelled out "BETRAYED."

Yet another compared James to famed US 18th Century traitor Benedict Arnold. (*)

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Malaysia's Squash Champs Bask in Asian Games Glory

Guangzhou - World No. 1 Nicol Ann David dismissed Hong Kong's Annie Au Wing Chi 3-1 to clinch the women''s squash single''s title in Guangzhou on Sunday to continue her amazing runs this while fellow Malaysian Mohamad Azlan Iskandar followed suit in the men''s section. David said she felt like she was on another planet after winning the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi in October, and her feet have barely touched the ground since, a report on the official site of the 16th Asian Games said today. "I''m still hanging around (up there) somewhere," said the five-time world champion after cruising to her second Asiad title. "This gold medal means a lot to me, because I''m fighting for my country and I''ve got the whole of Malaysia behind me." Meeting world No. 17 Au in the final seemed predestined for David, who has been matched with a Hong Kong player in all four of her Asiad finals over the last 12 years. The first three were against Rebecca Chiu, who traded titles with her after Chiu claimed their first encounter in Bangkok in 1998. David''s loss in Doha Asian Games four years ago led to a period of introspection for the then teenager, who was so put out that she needed four months away from the sport to get her head right - a period of self-healing that won''t be necessary this time. Her recent surge made her the overwhelming favourite in Guangzhou, where she arrived fresh after claiming her 50th tour title at the Qatar Classic and with the confidence of having spent the last 56 months as the world''s best. She said she was expecting a tougher ride to the final, but in the end only dropped one game, against Dipika Rebecca Pallikai of India in the second round, before squaring up against Au. "She is a great player," said David, 27. "She has made a lot of progress and now has a much higher ranking. She is a strong opponent and it wasn''t easy to win the final."

The Asian title adds another glittering laurel to David''s fine collection which includes the World Open, Asian Championships and Commonwealth titles. But she is still hungry for more gold medals. "The Team event is coming up now, so I just want to focus on that and do my best to keep the level up," she said. Au said she would have been shocked if she had managed to upset David and reprise Chiu''s success at the Asian Games. "I''m surprised, because I never thought I''d perform as well as I did. Now my goal is to get my ranking up a bit and hopefully break into the top 10," she said. In the Men''s Final, top seed Iskandar won a resounding three-game victory against close friend and third seed Aamir Atlas Kham of Pakistan. Iskandar, silver medallist at Doha Asian Games 2006 and bronze medallist four years before that in Busan, was in total control before he wrapped up the match in 39 minutes with a score of 11-6, 11-7, 11-6. "We''ve known each other for 12 years and he''s just like my older brother," said Iskandar, who is based in London and is of Scottish-Malay parentage. "Winning and losing between us is sometimes like a flip of a coin. I just got lucky this time," he said. (QNA)

"Irfan Bachdim" New Talents Indonesian Football

Irfan Bachdim is a footballer who played in the Indonesian National Team and has become a new idol in Indonesia. He is a naturalized player of Dutch descent who was born in Amsterdam. His father, Noval Bachdim, is an Indonesian while his mother is Dutch.

Irfan Bachdim prefer to defend the Indonesian National Team and has proved his ability when Indonesia against Malaysia in the opening match of the AFF Suzuki Cup 2010 with the victory 5-1 to Indonesia. He has become the hope of the people of Indonesia to win every match and become a champion of the AFF Suzuki Cup 2010.

The quality and ability Irfan Bachdim actually not much different from other Indonesian players, such as Bambang Pamungkas, Oktovianus Maniani and Christian Gonzalez is a player other naturalized Uruguayan origin. But Irfan Bachdim opportunities as the new idol and star player football is very open compared to other players.

Viva Indonesia, we hope that Indonesian National Team will be the champion of the AFF Suzuki Cup 2010 and became a new force in Southeast Asia, Asia and the World. We await the appearance of the Indonesian National Team that scintillating and surprising world of football.

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Ducati 'must improve' for Rossi to be Rossi

Ducati has pledged to improve its MotoGP machine after superstar signing Valentino Rossi was left just 15th fastest at the end of his Desmosedici debut at the Valencia MotoGP test.

Tenth out of the 17 riders after day one, the seven time MotoGP champion improved by only 0.121sec during his next 70 laps on Wednesday's second and final day.

Rossi's best time was 1.695sec slower than the rider he has replaced at Ducati, Casey Stoner, who was fastest for Honda.

The Italian even came within 0.032sec of being outpaced by MotoGP rookie Karel Abraham, also riding a Ducati.

With Rossi unable to discuss the test due to the terms of his early release from Yamaha, it was left to Ducati Corse general manager Filippo Preziosi to face the press.

The first decision to make is in terms of the 2011 engine - stick with the 'big bang' or switch back to the 'screamer'. Preziosi is leaning towards the more user-friendly 'big bang', which Rossi used throughout day two.

"After these two days of tests we will go back to Ducati for a meeting, where we will decide which path to take between the two engines, the 'big bang' and the 'screamer', although the information we have is pointing towards the former," said Preziosi.

"It will be a decision we will make by analysing the data in depth as well as planning the way forward around all the other things we learnt at the test."

Preziosi then admitted he'd have liked Rossi to have gone faster, and that work needs to be done on the front end of the bike.

Stoner and Nicky Hayden crashed out of eight races this season. All those falls are believed to have been triggered by front end problems.

"The objective is clearly to allow Valentino to ride like Valentino!" said Preziosi.

"We know we have to improve the bike in order to achieve this, especially the front end. He has given us some very precise information and now it is down to us to use it.

"We would obviously have liked to give him the opportunity to go faster today, but even though that wasn't the case he has impressed everybody over the last two days with the way he works, his calm approach and his positive attitude towards everything.

"Nicky also worked very hard, as usual, and set a good lap time on the new Bridgestones as well as the ones we were already using, which is another big positive.

"Now we have to work to give them both a more competitive bike for the next test.”

The fastest Ducati rider at the test was Hayden, who used both the 'big bang' and 'screamer' engine on day two, setting his best time with the 'big bang'.

Hayden lapped 1.178sec quicker than Rossi for sixth on the timesheets.

"Today was a positive day for us," said the American. "We tried the 'screamer' and it wasn't easy to switch between engines but it was important to do a proper test on them both and get the data we need to make an important decision. I am leaning towards sticking with the 'big bang' but we will make the decision together."

Of the other Desmosedici riders, new Pramac signing Randy de Puniet was an impressive eighth on his Ducati debut, with team-mate Loris Capirossi one place in front of Rossi on his return to a manufacturer he won seven races with from 2003-2007.

The new sixth Ducati, ridden by Valencia Moto2 winner Abraham, was 16th.

Rossi will now head for surgery on his troublesome shoulder, which he damaged in a motocross accident in April, before making his debut in full Ducati colours at Sepang next February.

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Rossi updates on condition, still eyeing Sepang

Valentino Rossi says he has made a good start to his rehabilitation process having eased himself back into training following his shoulder operation.

'The Doctor' went under the knife to correct the damage in his shoulder earlier this month [November], but with the stitches having now been removed, he is now able to begin some training on the rest of his body.

While surgeons initially raised concern that Rossi wouldn't quite be fully fit to participate in the next MotoGP test at Sepang in February – a crucial outing for the Italian as he looks to adapt to his new Ducati steed -, the seven-time world champion is more optimistic about the outcome.

“I'm undergoing rehabilition on my shoulder and the situation is improving,” he said on his personal website. “It's been two weeks since the operation and Doctor Porcellini has removed the stitches: I can now go back to the gym to workout - at least on the rest of my body - and continue to work on the shoulder, even if it's just passive rehab, to make sure we don't lose any mobility.

“In two weeks' time, I'll start actively working out, in the pool and in the gym, to be ready for the three day test at the start of February. We will have to move as fast as we can, but I hope to be in pretty good shape for the first test of 2011 with the Ducati at Sepang.”

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Lorenzo: Spies relationship will be easier than Rossi

by Russell Atkins

Recently-crowned 2010 MotoGP World Champion Jorge Lorenzo has suggested that his relationship with new team-mate Ben Spies will likely be 'a little easier' than the sometimes rocky rapport he endured with Valentino Rossi over the past three seasons.

The frosty partnership between Lorenzo and Rossi was perhaps best evinced by the fact that a wall was erected in the FIAT Yamaha garage at the beginning of 2010 to divide the warring pair on race weekends, with no data passing from one side to the other. The move is understood to have pleased the Italian rather more than the Spaniard.

Lorenzo's burgeoning speed and potential and increasing stature inside the team has similarly posed problems. There were alleged ultimatums from Rossi this year and last – fervently denied by Yamaha management – that the team would have to choose between the pair for 2011, arguing that there was insufficient room at the inn for both of them. When it became apparent that Jorge was going nowhere, 'The Doctor' made his decision to jump ship to Ducati.

There was also, finally, the brutal, no-holds barred scrap over third place between the duo at Motegi in October – the very day after Lorenzo was reconfirmed for next year – with Rossi seemingly paying little heed to his team-mate's status as world champion-elect and subsequently being chided by Yamaha for having been 'not correct' and 'too aggressive'.

Boosted now by his title success and indisputably the number one at FIAT Yamaha heading into 2011, Lorenzo hopes he will enjoy a happier of time of things alongside Spies – a rider who, although highly-rated and tipped for a bright future in the sport off the back of an outstanding debut campaign in the premier class this year, will likely not pose too great a threat to the former double 250cc World Champion, initially at least.

“Ben seems like a nice guy,” Lorenzo told Crash.net Radio in an exclusive interview. “Our relationship is good. We share some jokes together, and I think it's going to be a little bit easier than with Valentino. We are rivals, we are competitors and we are going to fight to try to beat each other – that's the reality – but our relationship is going to be okay. Ben pushed me this year already! Next year with a factory bike and with more experience, for sure he is going to fight for wins – and maybe for the world title.”

The 23-year-old is also quick to downplay suggestions that as one of the few top MotoGP riders to be benefitting from continuity in 2011 – with chief rivals Rossi and Casey Stoner having switched to Ducati and Honda respectively – he is in pole position to lift the laurels for a second consecutive season.

“It depends,” he mused. “On the one hand, it's true that Valentino and Casey for example will be on new bikes that they don't have so much experience of, but they both have really high motivation, and this for sure will help them to be faster. Valentino is Italian and Ducati is Italian, so it's a big challenge for them – but I think they are going to fight to win from the first race. I think it's a really interesting change for MotoGP and all the people who watch it.”

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Australia's Webber Defends Silence Over Shoulder Break

London. Australian Mark Webber has defended his silence over his broken shoulder while chasing this year’s Formula One title, saying his Red Bull team had no need to know about it.

The 34-year-old revealed in a book published in Australia this month that he fractured his shoulder falling off a mountain bike just before the Japanese Grand Prix while he was leading the standings.

The driver, who ended up third overall, said he had told only his physio and the FIA doctor about the injury that he carried through the final four races.

“A little bit of information can be a dangerous thing,” he said on his personal Web site in response to media reports this week.

“I came off a mountain bike while training between the races in Singapore and Japan, and an X-ray revealed a small fracture to my right shoulder. I was very confident it wouldn’t affect my performance in the car, which is why I didn’t tell anyone.

“There was no need. The shoulder wasn’t causing me a problem, so there was no need to talk about it to anyone,” added the Australian, who finished second in two of the last four races behind teammate and eventual champion Sebastian Vettel.

“If I’d had any issues with it in the car, then of course I would have told the team.

“But that wasn’t the case. I’ve never missed a Grand Prix but of course if I couldn’t drive the car safely and on the limit, I would have notified the team.”

Red Bull team boss Christian Horner said on Monday he would have wanted to know.

“It is obviously disappointing Mark said nothing,” he said at an awards ceremony.

“It was an injury that did not appear to have any effect on his performance, but all the same it would have been nice to know about it.”

It was not the first time Webber has hidden an injury from the team.

In 2008, when he broke his leg in another mountain bike accident, he failed to tell the team that he had also broken his shoulder.

The Australian complained several times this season that he felt the team was emotionally favoring Vettel, describing himself as a No. 2 and his title challenge as “inconvenient” for the Austrian-owned team.

The latest injury came at a crucial part of the season and at a time when Webber was urging Red Bull to put its weight behind him rather than Vettel, who was behind him in the standings.

Webber said he had not undergone any operation since the end of the season, and the shoulder break was not the reason why he had missed the postseason tire test in Abu Dhabi. (Alan Baldwin)

Reuters

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Ferrari Dispels Job Fears After Title Loss

London - Ferrari will carry out minor tweaks to its Formula One team but no big changes after its failure to win a title this season, president Luca di Montezemolo said on Sunday.

Ferrari’s Spanish driver Fernando Alonso ended the year second overall after a strategy error in the final race at Abu Dhabi ended his hopes of a third world championship and crowned Red Bull’s Sebastian Vettel instead.

The Italian team finished third in the constructors’ standings.

“We have very clear targets,” the team Web site quoted Montezemolo as saying at the Ferrari Mondiali event with fans and car owners from around the world at Valencia’s Ricardo Tormo circuit in eastern Spain.

“Right from Sunday night in Abu Dhabi I immediately tried to console our guys who were crying in the garage, spurring them to immediately look to the future.

“Changes within the team? That is not our philosophy, because for years now we have adopted a policy based on dynamic stability,” the Italian added. “A few minor adjustments are possible, but no major upheaval.”

Montezemolo paid tribute to Alonso, in his first season with Ferrari after winning his titles with Renault, and Brazilian team mate Felipe Massa.

“Alonso was amazing, both on and off the track, determined and full of self-belief, a real driving force,” he said.

“I expect a lot from Felipe next year. I am sure he will return to being the man we saw in 2008.”

Massa ended the season sixth overall after returning from serious head injuries suffered in a crash in Hungary in July 2009. He missed out on the title in 2008 by a single point to McLaren’s Lewis Hamilton.

Montezemolo said he was also happy with team principal Stefano Domenicali’s work in “moving us forward with great ability, spirit and a sense of balance.”

Reuters

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President praises national team`s performance at Asean Cup

Karangasem, Bali - President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has praised the national football team`s performance at the ASEAN Football Championship.

The president made the commendation in remarks at the opening of a shrimp production center in Bugbug village, Karangasem district, on Monday.

"This is a good start. It proves that Indonesia can be successful in football," the president said.

But he also cautioned the Indonesian football team not remain content with its victory at the ASEAN championship where it had beaten Malaysia 5-1 and Laos 6-1. The president asked the team members to make its win a spur to further improve its performance in the days ahead.

The President recalled the moment when he last watched a friendly match between Indonesian and Uruguay. At the time, Indonesia was beaten 1-7 by the World Cup 2010 finalist.

"I felt sad at the time. But the national team has since continued to develop its capability and we can see the result now," said Yudhoyono. (*)

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Indonesia ranked 15th in Asian Games 2010

Guangzhou - Indonesia finished 15th in medal collection in the current 16th Asian Games in Guangzhou winning four golds, nine silvers and 13 bronzes.

On the final day of the event on Saturday, Triyaningsih and Yahuza failed to increase the country`s medal collection from the 42.2 kilometer marathon race.

The bronze medals from karate fighter Donny Darmawan and sepaktakraw team were the last medals collected by the Indonesian contingent from the Games.

China meanwhile is assured to retain its general champion title winning 199 gold, 119 silver and 98 bronze medals, followed by South Korea with 76 gold, 65 silver and 91 bronze medals. Japan finished third with 48 gold, 74 silver and 94 bronze medals.

The more than two-week event demonstrated significant sports development in East Asia leaving other Asian regions far behind.

Iran with 20 gold, 14 silver and 25 bronze medals represented the power of West Asia while Khazakstan which is ranked fifth represents the power of former Soviet Union members while India with 14 gold, 17 silver and 33 bronze medals represent the power of South Asia.

Thailand which is ranked ninth meanwhile represents the srongest from Southeast Asia, followed by Malaysia with nine gold, 18 silver and 14 bronze medals.

"The Asian sports achievement is dominated by East Asia namely China, Japan, Korea and China Taipei. Other Asian regions have been left behind and have to work harder including Indonesia that has to prepare regeneration," Indonesia`s sports minister Andi Mallarangeng said.

He said Indonesia`s achievment rose from the 19th rank with two gold, three silver and 15 bronze medals in the last 15th Asian Games in 2006 to 15th rank with four gold, nine silver and 13 bronze medals in the 16th Asian Games this year.

The dragon boat teams saved Indonesia`s reputation contributing three of the four gold medals for the country. The other gold for the country came from the badminton men`s doubles.

"We appreciate the dragon teams for their best achievement in teh 16th Asian Games. Although it is a new event Indonesia was able to maximally exploit it," Andi said.

Indonesia collected its medals from sepaktakraw, weight lifting, karate, taekwondo, billiard, bowling, cycling, dragon boat, badminton and wushu.

"Eight branches were expected to contribute medals but in realization 11 branches were able to contribute medals," the general chairman of the Indonesian National Sports Committee/ Indonesia Sports Committee, Rita Subowo, said.

Regarding some quarters who undermined the gold medals from the dragon boat because the event is not competed in the Olympic Games and probably in the next Asian Games in South Korea in 2014, Andi said that they could not treat the achievement half-heartedly.

"The fact is that event is official and therefore we have to be grateful over the success in the event. On the other hand however we also have to conduct evaluation with regard to targets that were not met," he said.

Andi expressed his appreciation to the fight that the athletes had demonstrated in the event.

"They have fought hard for the country and nation. They are heroes. For those who could not win medals must not be discouraged because they would still be trusted to become the main power for the next event namely the 16th Southeast Asia Games in 2011 in Indonesia," he said.(*)

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RI official satisfied with four golds

Jakarta - The chairman of the Indonesian contingent to the 16th Asian Games in Guangzhou, China, said he was satisfied with the four gold medals the Indonesian athletes had won so far in the events.

"We are satisfied enough with the four gold medals which we have snatched until today. This is a special achievement for us," contingent chairman Suhartono Suratman said at the office of the Indonesian Consulate General in Guangzhou, on Tuesday.

He admitted however that Indonesian athletes failed to present the best for the country in several sports branches on which Indonesia actually rest its hopes.

Suhartono said that with that failure it would pose a potential threat in the next Sea Games in Indonesia next year.

The sports branches are wushu and beach volleyball. Indonesian athletes failed to present their best achievements in these branches, he said.

"We should not be careless. we should have strong spirit in developing ourselves in branches where we failed," he said.

Up to Tuesday, Indonesia has collected four gold, eight silver and 10 bronze medals in the 16th Asian Games in Guangzhou, China.(*)

Source: http://www.antaranews.com

Ballack: England one of the favourites

Germany captain Michael Ballack considers England to be “one of the favourites” to win next summer’s World Cup in South Africa.
The Chelsea midfielder believes Fabio Capello could lead England to a first major title since 1966, and admits his own nation is lagging a bit behind.
“They have a great team and many players with exceptional individual class,” he told the Rheinische Post newspaper.
“With Fabio Capello, they now have a manager who has brought stability. That is important and the team feels that.
“They have got to be able to win games even when they are not playing at the highest level and that is what Italian managers are good at, particularly Capello.
“England are oozing self-confidence and I can sense that here. They are one of the favourites.”
Other favourites, according to Ballack, are Brazil, Italy and France – but not necessarily Germany.
“At a World Cup, everything has got to work, and then even more – you need luck,” he added.
“There are certainly teams who are better than us at the moment.”
That may well include his club Chelsea, who he feels have a better chance of winning the Champions League this season than Germany do of triumphing in South Africa.
“Of course that (the Champions League) is the title that one wants to win, especially when you have a squad like ours,” he said.
“But if you also have a chance to win the league, then that is once again a big aim.
“At a certain stage of the season, you reach the point where the strain is very high and then you have to decide which competition you want to focus on in particular.
“We have such a good squad and class that we can compete in both competitions.”
And Ballack believes that even if it were not to work out for the Blues this season, he would still have more chances to succeed, even though his contract expires in the summer.
“We will sit down together and talk soon,” he added. “But I am not under any pressure.
“Both parties know what they have in each other.”

Captain Ballack urges Germany to raise their game

Berlin – Germany captain Michael Ballack on Thursday urged the Euro 2008 finalists to raise their game for Saturday’s World Cup qualifier against Liechtenstein to banish the memories of their recent defeats.

The 32-year-old Chelsea star is demanding a raised effort in Leipzig from his side who have lost their last two home games: a 2-1 defeat to England last November and a 1-0 defeat to Norway in February.

Germany have not suffered back-to-back home defeats since 1956 and Ballack says only a convincing win over Liechenstein, ranked 151st in the world, will suffice.

"We simply have to play better and put in a better performance," Ballack told sports magazine Kicker.

"And it will happen."

Germany are top of their qualifying group and are unbeaten with three wins and a draw to give them a four-point lead over their main group rivals Russia.

But the Germans travel to Moscow in October for the tie which could decide the group and Ballack says it is crucial Germany win both their next two games against Liechtenstein and then Wales in Cardiff on April 1.

"Even if we don’t win these games by much, the result is very important," said Ballack.

"We must win these games and stay on course to be group leaders in the autumn when we travel to Moscow.

"We have laid the foundations for some important games which, figuratively speaking, will decide the life or death of who reaches the World Cup.

"As captain, that is something I am trying to point out."

And Ballack says he has no worries about whether Germany will reach next year’s World Cup which takes place in South Africa from June 11 to July 11.

"We will qualify for the World Cup," insisted Ballack.

"We will get through the qualifying group, even if things get a bit tight.

"After that, we will meet the big teams and we will have to play at a higher level against the type of teams like Spain, who we lost to at the Euro.

"Everybody must have an eye on the bigger picture, that is important."

Germany’s defeat to Norway in February shocked the national media and the squad can ill-afford another upset against minnows Liechtenstein.

"We can play good football, but in addition we have to have discipline and order," said Ballack who will win his 91st cap on Saturday.

"It is part of our mentality and if we don’t have it then we struggle, even against the likes of Norway."

Having sparked a media spat with coach Joachim Loew last autumn by accusing him of not showing senior players enough respect and loyalty, Ballack says he has not changed his leadership style, but is more flexible.

"My leadership style is the same as it always was and I haven’t changed it," he said.

"I have developed it, but not changed it.

"I am always open to new ideas, but you can’t always be right."

And Ballack says certain differences of opinion are healthy in a team environment.

"There must be some tensions in a team, which you can’t always wipe away or smooth over.

"Things aren’t always full of sunshine, there has to be friction at times as well."

Written by: AFP

Russia and Qatar Selections Challenge the Past and Future of Global Game

By Rob Hughes

The World Cup in Russia in 2018 will be spread across by far the biggest country in Europe. Then, four years later, the tournament in Qatar, an oil-rich land of only 1.7 million people, will be the most compact ever.

The selection of the two countries on Thursday by FIFA, football’s world governing body, surprised the audience of politicians, royalty and even a few football players in Zurich. It was the first time FIFA had chosen the hosts for two World Cups together.

In its choices, FIFA challenged the history of the game and perceptions of the future.

In both countries, there is no existing football structure to mount the world’s biggest sporting event, which demands stadiums and extensive public works for 32 countries to play 64 matches.

And the vote opened up the field to the former superpower of Eastern Europe and to a rising financial power in the Middle East.

The winning bids were backed by gargantuan budgets.

Anyone has known for two years that Russia and especially Qatar were spending huge resources from their oil and gas riches to win the monthlong football extravaganza.

The sheikdom based its bid on a vision of building nine stadiums, air-conditioned by power from the heat of a desert sun.

Many nations bid against them.

England, the motherland of association football, and the combined bids of Spain-Portugal and the Netherlands-Belgium all sought the 2018 Cup.

The United States, Japan, South Korea and another fresh ground for football, Australia, bid for the 2022 event.

Russia’s and Qatar’s ability to outspend them all in the bidding stakes was not necessarily tainted by corruption allegations against FIFA’s executive committee.

Quite possibly the source of those allegations — the British media — cost England votes because its bid, one of the most appealing in terms of organization and infrastructure, did not survive the first round of voting.

One of the first actions prompted by the announcement of the decision was that a plane was scrambled to take Prime Minister Vladimir Putin of Russia from Moscow to Zurich.

Described as the captain of Russia’s bid team, Putin unexpectedly boycotted the end of the bidding process on Wednesday and Thursday, sending a deputy instead.

But, he said, should Russia win, he would be in Zurich by the quickest possible route.

It was, it turned out, a clever move. Putin was able to denounce others, notably the English, whose prime minister, David Cameron, lobbied hard in Zurich, for “pressurizing” FIFA.

He was able to distance himself from what he called the smear tactics of the allegations against FIFA’s committee.

And he was able to send a capable first deputy prime minister, Igor Shuvalov, who had an advantage Putin lacks.

He could speak, in excellent English, to the committee at the 11th-hour presentation to FIFA.

“Russia has had many tragic days, and a history more tragic than any other in the last century,” Shuvalov told the committee.

“But for 20 years now we are building a new country, and we can achieve that better and quicker with your help.”

The new Russia that was under construction, Shuvalov said, will overcome its vast territorial distances by offering free transportation to ticket holders.

And Russia will not require separate visas for fans who arrive with a ticket for the games.

No one quite knows whether the final day presentations achieved votes. The perception is that the 22 FIFA members’ minds were already made up.

The combined bid of Spain and Portugal was reported to have had a mutual support pact with Qatar. It had guaranteed support from the committee’s Latin Americans.

And in a late play for votes, Spaniard Angel Villa Llona, a vice president on FIFA’s executive committee, addressed his fellow members on Thursday with a swipe at the British media.

“FIFA is a clean institution,” Villa Llona said. “You are all honest, hardworking people.”

But his passion did not move sufficient votes and the Spanish-Portuguese presentation was criticized as too long and dull.

David Beckham’s emotional plea on behalf of England failed to sway the decision makers as well.

But maybe Sheika Mozah bint Nasser al-Missned, the second of the emir of Qatar’s three wives, did manage to move the committee on Wednesday.

“I would like to ask you a question,” she began. “When ...” and paused. “When do you think is the right time for the World Cup to come to our region?”

Qatar had many strands to its bid. Its proposal to build the most compact tournament ever, to construct futuristic stadiums, its pledge for a carbon neutral event all pushed boundaries.

Thursday’s efforts in the voting chamber, backed by renowned sporting Muslims like Zinedine Zidane, won the hearts and minds of the voters.

FIFA has bought a two-way ticket into the unknown. There may be good cause to challenge the secretive committee in charge of the world game.

But there is no doubt now about its willingness to buy into a future for the World Cup that until Thursday nobody foresaw.

The New York Times

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