Erick Tohir – One of the owners of Major League Soccer club D.C. United.

From Yahoo Indonesia:

Erick Thohir Shows Interest in Purchasing Inter Milan

One Indonesian entrepreneur who diligently invests in sports, Erick Thohir, is planning to expand his business. After buying shares in an U.S. soccer club, DC United, Erick Thohir is reportedly interested in buying shares of Italian soccer giant – Inter Milan.

Erick was given a DC United Uniform

Quoted from a page of Philly on Friday (10/5) as reported by Mediaset and Eurosport [sports websites], Erick Thohir had reportedly offered to purchase 51% majority stake owned by Massimo Moratti. However, the Inter Milan owner was only willing to sell 20% of his shares to this Indonesian businessman.

Inter Milan striker Diego Milito vs Indonesia-All-Star

As reported by Philly, Erick Thorir was rumored to retract his interest in purchasing the football club after his bid was not fulfilled.

It is believed that Erick’s involvement in the Inter Milan football team could help their ambition to acquire a new stadium.

Inter Milan currently occupies the Gusseppe Meazza stadium which has a seating capacity of 80 thousand. The stadium is currently shared with its rival team, AC Milan. The stadium is renamed to San Siro whenever the team is playing. Both clubs rented the stadium from the local governments in Milan.

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Comments from Yahoo Indonesia and Kaskus:

Spermakental:

If that’s the case, it would be easier for Indonesian soccer players to transfer and play in Inter Milan. Mantap!

Baron Van Jogja:

WHAT A TOTAL WASTE OF MONEY!

Incubator:

He should focus on expanding DC United to be as successful as LA Galaxy first.

Keyzho:

WOW! This businessman is so rich.

Akanovak:

It’s not guaranteed that this investor is a fan of football/soccer. He could just be interested in the team’s business prospects. I bet he doesn’t care about football’s welfare in our nation. Hehe.

Spartanism:

Wow. Indonesian businessmen are becoming more impressive!

Mr Lucky7even:

Why doesn’t he invest in local football teams instead?

Activators:

Hopefully the deal goes through. I would like to see Indonesian players in the Italian soccer league.

Riversoul:

Indonesian soccer: I don’t think there’s any hope left

Anti Duwa:

There’s so much mafia in the Italian soccer league who mess around with the game results. So unfair.

Doktercabuls:

I’m going save my money to purchase shares in Manchester United.

Xprezz:

Wow, a member of the corrupt in this country is starting to show off his money.

Faiz.r.setio:

I’m also trying to save money but can only afford to purchase Juventus’ football jersey. LOL.

What do you think? Is it a good business investment to purchase a soccer team?

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Singer Syahrini has once again made headlines in Indonesia. After previously being ridiculed for misspelling ‘San Francisco’, Indonesian netizens recently targeted her for a stainless steel gown she wore.

From Yahoo Indonesia:

Syahrini Wears 30 Kilogram Gown

On the evening of the 2013 SCTV Music Awards event, Syahrini appeared elegant with a stainless steel dress that weighed 30 kilograms. She gave the dress a name similar to her song “Love But Prestige”. Attending the 2013 SCTV Music Awards, Syahrini introduced her ‘Love But Prestige’ dress which is made of stainless steel and weighing 30 kilograms.

Comments from Yahoo Indonesia:

MU FC:

Wow, Syahrini endorses her dress to become a ship’s anchor … =)

Reni Puji Rahayu:

Such a drama queen. Ckckck…

Gek Indah:

She’s always good at making a sensation but has no accomplishments!!

Rama:

I’m actually disgusted with this celebrity but I’D STILL SAY YES if she asked me to have a smooch session together! =)

Sahlan:

THE MOST TACKY AMONG ALL INDONESIAN CELEBRITIES!

Azizah:

She’s the only celebrity who consistently outdoes herself to maintain prestige… We can see it from her glamour make-up… she’s afraid that if she were to wear a normal dress, her image would go down… ridiculous!

Christ:

What kind of person is she? Does she still have any shame left? Her dress and its name are equally tacky!

Liverpudlian_kvw:

How much money do I need to earn if I want to be her husband???

Pn:

Gosh, her arms are so huge! :D

Ade:

Her arms are comparable with her bodyguard’s!

Mionx:

She’s still single, not married yet… : ))… What will happen once she’s married, eh?

Rional Putra:

Wow.. She’s the Indonesian version of Iron Man. Haha….

Erlangga Handana:

LOL… She tries to look cool with her short stature but she looks even shorter with that heavy dress. MIDGET!

Ki Suryo Putro:

Is she going to sell her dress as scrap metal after she retires from the celebrity world?

Dicky:

According to me, she’ll look much better if she’s not wearing a dress…

Revansi Dewei:

That’s not heavy enough! She might as well wear a 100kg dress!

Muhammad:

Miss Syahrini… Why don’t you make a dress made of CONDOMS! I’m sure it’ll look more suitable for you! HAHAHA…

What do you think?

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From Tempo:

Serial Killer Targets Victims via Facebook

Wisnu Sadewa, 31 years old, allegedly committed the serial murders of two girls in Padang. According to the police, the perpetrator knew his victims through their Facebook accounts.

Wisnu has seven anonymous accounts. On these accounts, he disguises himself as a woman. “For those two victims, the suspect was using three fake accounts,” said Arif Budiman, Deputy Police Chief of Bukittinggi, to Tempo on Monday.

Wisnu-Sadewa is the Facebook Serial Killer

The suspect targeted female victims through their Facebook accounts. He disguised himself as a woman and then asked for their phone numbers. Their introduction was then followed by text messages. [...]

A while back, Nabila’s parents reported their 16-year-old daughter missing since March 20, 2013. The police initially did not have any evidence nor witnesses regarding this case. [...]

However, a few days after Nabila went missing, her family received an SMS from the perpetrator. That SMS explained that the perpetrator knew the victim’s whereabouts and asked the family not to look for her anymore. “The suspect was demanding ransom money. We tried several times to bait him but failed. I think the suspect was already suspicious,” said Arif.

The police continued to dial the phone number used to contact the victim’s parents. In the end, the perpetrator was found while he was sitting in a kiosk near the Pakan Sinayan area on the afternoon of Monday, 29 April 2013. All of his crimes were uncovered after his arrest.

Comments from Yahoo Indonesia:

Andy Liany:

When I used to use Facebook, I wouldn’t add strangers. I’d rather have a small number of people in my friends list rather than having lots of strangers I don’t even know…

…:

Facebook has too many advertisements, similar to a marketplace… It has become a platform for people to show off their wealth and modified Photoshop pictures.

Tommy (in reply to ….):

That’s not always true… All of my pictures are real and so is my wealth! Haha…

Pikasa:

Geezz… kids these days have Facebook accounts even though they are still underage… That’s why incidents like this happen!

Pikasa:

So scary… Whenever I choose a friend in Facebook, I always choose them carefully… =(

Lulu:

I TOLD YOU NOT TO USE FACEBOOK ANYMORE!

Yunia:

That’s why you should never approve strangers in Facebook… Only the lame kids usually add strangers until they have thousands of people in their friends list… They usually add random people.

Fabolous Mama:

I have two Facebook accounts. I use the primary account to make friends and filter everyone carefully. I use my second account for fun to gain information on my exes or future partners. Haha…

Konjug:

They should have arranged the meeting in crowded places such as MALLS or MARKETS so they won’t get kidnapped… STUPID!

Bocah:

Oh man… I have goose bumps now!

Dunia Fana:

These psychopaths are getting crazier!

Unanimous:

WHY ARE THERE PEOPLE WHO STILL TRUST FACEBOOK AND TWITTER THESE DAYS? So upsetting!

Enot Onet:

I’m one of the Facebook poker victims, Boss! =(

Yuliana:

I met my soul mate through Facebook… Thank God, our marriage is going well. I’m not sure if you can still find a good husband through Facebook these days though. Hehe…

What do you use Facebook for?

Nabila’s dead body to be exhumed from the rice field

Nabila funeral ceremony in the village

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Factory workers lived in harsh condition for several months

From Tempo:

Torture Ordeal Endured By Wok Factory Workers

According to Siane Indriani, member of the National Human Rights Commission, some wok factory workers were held captive for 6 months and subjected to a variety of torture. “These workers were beaten, punched and burnt with cigarette butts,” said Siane to Tempo over the phone on Sunday, 5 May 2013. According to Siane, these workers were employed to liquefy the aluminum which is then used to make frying pans. They were then placed in a room and locked from the outside once they finished their work. This confinement has been going on since 3 months ago.

Factory worker beaten repeatedly

The factory workers freed from their slavery

According to Siane, the workers are employed from 6 am to 10 pm [16 hours]. They are only given a very short time to rest and not even allowed to do their Muslim prayers. Workers who get caught praying will end up being beaten severely. In addition, they would also be beaten if they did not produce an acceptable quality of work. Workers who are sick will be separated into different rooms and then splashed with aluminum foil liquid. Andi Gunawan is one of the tortured workers but he managed to escape.

Poor working conditions inside wok factory

Bad working conditions inside the factory

The workers are given worn-out clothing with no replacement for months. “The worker’s body is not well maintained, hair turned brown, eyelids darkened, and has diseased skin,” said Siane. They were not given the opportunity to shower or change their clothes for about three months because their money, cell phones and clothes had been confiscated by the factory owner.

Yuki Irawan, the factory owner

Yuki Irawan detained by police

The police bringing the owner’s family to the nearest police station

Comments from Kaskus:

dharimana:

In the other forum thread, it was mentioned that this factory was backed by the local police! Outrageous!

b4dcomm4mn:

Are the people in the picture really from the factory, boss?? They look like an Indonesian boy band instead. HAHA…

prothama:

This is similar to modern slavery. =(

vuclinic:

They all look sleep-deprived… I feel sorry for them! =(

cybersphunk:

The factory owner and his backers should be punished severely . If necessary, they should also be splashed with the liquid aluminum foil and put in jail for life!

Pantja83:

BURN the owner alive!

Vampire.Lord:

Just hang the factory owner since he’s not a human being!

H0p:

Oh my god, that’s so cruel! Even the sick one was splashed with liquid aluminium foil… How could they do that? =(

_ultraman_:

I’m so disgusted with the officials who backed the factory owner… Hope they’ll get an eternal life in hell!!

Outerheaven:

There was a minister who once said that Indonesia will be an advanced country by 2045. Haha… If barbaric practices like these still exist then I doubt that will ever happen!

MrLucky7even:

The laborers were treated like animals over there. The owner is scum!

EnalPiero:

This is like a modern communist party!

What do you think? What was the worst working condition that you have endured?

The factory owner’s luxury home

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Indonesian artists/singers with their Hermes bags

From Detik News:

For Prestige, Indonesians Buy Hermes’ Bag Priced Similar To Avanza Car

Luxury items including designer handbags from Hermes are very popular among the upper class citizens and artists around the world including in Indonesia. Therefore, you should not be surprised that the price of a bag is equivalent to a small MPV [Multi-Purpose Vehicle]. As stated by Stefanus Ridwan, Chairman Board of Indonesia Shopping Center Management Association (APPBI), when contacted by Detik Finance in Jakarta. “The price ranges from tens of millions even up to hundreds of millions, usually around 150 million Rupiah. It is so expensive and the price is almost similar to a Toyota Avanza car which is priced around 200 million,” said Stefanus.

He said that these French products are indeed very popular among upper class citizens. Moreover, these products have become part of the lifestyle in the capital city of Jakarta. According to him, “Most Indonesians have already owned them, especially the celebrities. They are willing to spend that much money for social prestige”. For the record, the demand for these branded products such as Hermes continues to soar worldwide. Hermes reported sales worth 856.8 million euros (US$ 1.1 billion), or about 10 trillion Rupiah during their January-February 2013 period. The sales figure is up about 10.3% over the same period last year, thanks to the high number of purchases originating from the Asian community.

A demonstration against Hermes animal cruelty in Jakarta, Indonesia

Indonesian socialite with Hermes bag in Jakarta

Maia Estianty brings her Hermes Birkin to the mall

Comments from Kaskus and Detik:

GendulJR:

That’s their own money so why should we bother?

Mynameflex:

Most Indonesians are like that, even those from the low, middle or high class… My office colleagues only earn 5-7 million Rupiah (~USD 500-700) yet they are leasing Toyota Avanzas. HAHAHA…

Hawk:

It’s usually the corrupt officials’ wives who throw away money on these luxury items since their husbands can “earn” them back easily… For instance, look at Gayus’ wife [a corrupt public tax official].

Rainmaster:

The children of the corrupt also have similar tendencies of spending money without thinking. You will see these ababil buying items from Zara, Mango, Anya, TopShop and BEBE if you visit our neighboring countries [Malaysia/Singapore].

Velove showing her orange Hermes bag during a press interview

Supremacist:

Why do you compare a Hermes bag with a Toyota Avanza? I think it’s better if I sell the Avanza car to buy a Hermes bag for my wife. We will then take the public bus for transportation, which is better than gambling with our lives in that cracker box [Toyota Avanza car]…

The_hunter:

It’s not only the rich but the poor people also have high prestige. My maid sold her old Blackberry just to buy a new one but it’s on credit. What an idiot!

Banggabarudak:

Maybe I’ll just lick my Hermes bag every single day for 10 years instead of eating my meal after purchasing it…

Sibolobolo:

The wealth gap is so wide in Indonesia. On one side, there are many Indonesians who can’t afford to buy rice. =(

Vuclinic:

Why does a bag cost hundreds of million Rupiah? It is usually only used by women to store their makeup kits!

Ale7and4:

Instead of buying a Toyota Avanza and spending money on gas, don’t you think it’s better to purchase a bag?

Cors:

In our dear country, any items that are more expensive always attract the attention of the rich. They buy goods not for their functionality but rather for social prestige. The more it costs, the higher the prestige they will get among their friends.

Kostrad:

These overpriced items are usually never used and only kept to collect dust. Haha…

Dedi.com:

We bought them [Hermes bags] to help the European crisis. LOL…

Willsand:

I’m sure they will cry blood once their bags get stolen!

Mak.godek:

I don’t feel envious of Hermes bag owners but rather the owner of the Hermes company. =)

What do you think? What’s the most expensive item you’ve purchased for social prestige?

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