Finding the perfect serenade on Jl. Surabaya
For the last couple of days, I've been listening to nothing but the `Serenade for the Renegade,' an epic symphony from Esbjorn Svensson Trio's 2002 album entitled Strange Place for Snow. While there's no way I could have found the album at any mall's music store, it stood subtly in one corner shop of Jl. Surabaya.
Singapore brings back the wonder of stage magic with Magicbox
You might be one of those who think that street magic is something hip. But one cannot deny the marvel of stage magic. Is it the fascination of sitting there being blown away by the finesse of those illusionists on stage playing tricks with your mind? Or the surprises and unexpected sparks between the stage and audience that leave you awe struck and burning with curiosity? Whatever it is, stage magic still holds enormous fascination.
Getting ready for international education
International education is a growing possibility for students here in Indonesia. Whether it be via "off-shore campuses" that are set up by overseas universities in Indonesia with agreements and cooperation with local institutes or through direct entry and attendance of international schools/universities here or overseas, students are getting more chances to gain an international education.
International education: Are we really getting it?
International is a word that is being bandied about a lot in reference to education in Indonesia nowadays. It is often attached to the names of schools and courses of study at universities, however it does not always imply an international approach to education.
Challenges in raising children in a multilingual environment
Despite the obvious appeal of multilingualism among today's parents and children, alternating between two or more languages can be problematic when not handled properly. The key, according to Seto Mulyadi, chairman of the National Commission for Child Protection, is in maintaining consistency.
