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Title Section13 2004-02-26 1 TODAY we set you thinking todayonline.com Thursday February 26, 2004 MITA (P) 002/11/200213 words
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AFTERNOON EDITION
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Article50 2004-02-26 1 -AFP NEW YORK Wall Street shares rose yesterday after a five-session losing streak. The blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 35.25 points to 10,601.62, the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite advanced 17.54 points to 2,022.98 and the leading broad-market indicator, the Standard and Poor's 500, added 4.58 points to 1,143.67.-AFP - 50 words
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Article, Illustration1022 2004-02-26 1 Clement Mesenas - Clement Mesenas News Comment NUT so long ago, virtually every nolidaymaker would say that Singapore Airlines was their carrier of choice. And those who had yet to experience being pampered by an ever-affable Singapore Girl would say they hoped toAFP - 1,022 words
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Article112 2004-02-26 1 THE Singapore economy expanded by 1.1 per cent last year, half the pace in 2002, according to the Ministry of Trade and Industry this morning. Economic growth in the first half of last year was dampened by the Iraq war and the outbreak of Sars. Growth momentum,112 words
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Article, Illustration556 2004-02-26 1 Kevin Tan - Kevin Tan Valuair to offer balance between comfort and cost SINGAPORE'S first budget carrier yesterday unveiled a version of low-cost air travel that boldly attempts to balance the conflicting demands of comfort and cost Privately-owned carrier Valuair plans to take off in May to556 words
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Miscellaneous26 2004-02-26 1 NEWSZyiEWS Ward surprise Well-off opt for cheaper hospital wards/2 Karim Raslan The typhoon that's rocking Malaysia/27 Harris quits Malaysia coach calls it a day/46 mm*** 9m26 words
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HOT NEWS
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SINGAPOREsnippets
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Article158 2004-02-26 2 The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) man who was warded at the National University Hospital on Tuesday after a gun he was handling exploded underwent surgery for injuries to his eyes ana face. He is reported to be in stable condition and recovering well. The158 words
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100 2004-02-26 2 An odd job labourer, who has the dubious honour of being the first person to be charged with the consumption of Erimin-5 a psychotropic drug will have his case heard in court tomorrow. According to the Central Narcotics Bureau, the unidentified 33-year-old man was100 words
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Article42 2004-02-26 2 I he education ministry will release the GCE O-level results tomorrow at 2.30pm. It said registration for admission into junior colleges, centralised institutes, polytechnics and ITEs will start on Saturday at 8.30 am and close next Wednesday at 4pm.42 words
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Article, Illustration253 2004-02-26 2 – Derrick A Paulo - Derrick A Paulo THE cost of buying military equipment and maintaining military capabilities is rising and is becoming increasingly unaffordable for Singapore, warned senior officers from the Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) yesterday. "Unless this problem is tackled, we will not be able toAFP - 253 words
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557 2004-02-26 2 Tan Hui Leng - Tan Hui Leng Subsidy dollar needs to be stretched to serve needy: MOH MORE than a third of Singapore's top earners opt for heavily-sub-sidised B2 and C class wards when they need hospital care, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said557 words
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205 2004-02-26 4 -AFP SYDNEY Aware that an ageing population is looming, Australia yesterday unveiled a blueprint to tackle what could be its most acute economic problem in future. Announcing a five-year strategy, Treasurer Peter Costello said the ageing population would put heavy demands on future budgets.-AFP - 205 words
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Article, Illustration380 2004-02-26 4 Stability, welcoming environment drew maker of nuclear parts there WASHINGTON Turkey was Sri Lankan businessman Mr BSA Tahir's first choice to set up a base from where he could manufacture parts for making nuclear weapons. But he changed his mind and set up shop in Malaysia instead,AFP - 380 words
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168 2004-02-26 4 WASHINGTON In the first charges brought against those persons detained at Guantanamo Bay, two alleged associated of Osama bin Laden were ordered to stand trial before the first United States military tribunals convened since World War 11, US officials announced on168 words
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HOME NEWS
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Article, Illustration520 2004-02-26 6 Joy Frances - Joy Frances Spore doctors carry out radical operation on blind Thai teen j oy@newstoday. com.sg BEFORE the year is out, 18-year-old Luck Pewnual of Thailand may be able to see for the first time in five years. He may evenJOY FRANCES - 520 words
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319 2004-02-26 6 — Raymond Andrew - Raymond Andrew AIR-CARGO companies in Singapore will now be able to fly unlimited flights on any route to Brunei and Thailand. These cargo flights can be via a third country and beyond these two countries to any third country. Previously, the number319 words
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LETTERS
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Letter, Illustration268 2004-02-26 10 Rick Lim Say Kiong - Rick Lim Say Kiong Child-rearing costs, working lifestyle are key obstacles I REFER to your report, "Beating Singapore's baby blues" (Today, Feb 24). I applaud the new approaches being voiced to tackle the birth-rate challenge. For years, the only Government assistance offered to potential268 words
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98 2004-02-26 10 Ahmad Shukor - Ahmad Shukor I REFER to your report, "Beating Singapore's baby blues" (Today, Feb 24). I have two suggestions which I think could help resolve the situation. 1 Allow the use of Medisave to pay for the expectant mother's consultations with a gynaecologist and98 words
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113 2004-02-26 10 Scully Patrick Fairley - Scully Patrick Fairley I REFER to your report, "Steel rivets to stop windows falling" (Today, Feb 21). I support any legislation aimed at protecting public safety. However, there is a conflict of interest when the HDB/BCA-registered contractor carrying out the "mandatory inspections" is also113 words
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Miscellaneous9 2004-02-26 10 The opportunity cost of writing off Asia Business 189 words
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BUSINESS NEWS
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Article, Illustration428 2004-02-26 12 Dow Jones Proposal to buy GE will only boost Lee family stake in bank, say analysts OVERSEA-Chinese Banking Corp's (OCBC) offer to take full control of Great Eastern Holdings (GE) is seen more as an exercise by Singapore tycoon Lee Seng Wee to rearrange his– Dow Jones; AFP - 428 words
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170 2004-02-26 12 Bloomberg SINGAPORE'S manufacturing probably rebounded last month as pharmaceutical and computer-chip makers produced more to fill overseas orders, economists said. Manufacturing, which accounts for a quarter of the economy, probably rose 6 per cent from December after adjusting for seasonal factors, according to theBloomberg - 170 words
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Article149 2004-02-26 12 Dow Jones DATACRAFT Asia eked out a small profit in the December quarter after a hefty loss a year earlier, as orders for information technology stabilised and cost-cutting measures bore fruit, the network systems integrator announced yesterday. Datacraft earned a net profit of U5557,000 ($96,356),– Dow Jones - 149 words
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MarketWATCH
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Article102 2004-02-26 12 Dow Jones SHARES ended lower yesterday for the third straight session, weighed down by Wall Street's overnight falls and continued caution toward technology stocks. The ST Index fell 1 0.1 3 points, or 0.5 per cent, at 1,868.28. Losers led gainers 1 84 to 136, while market volume rose– Dow Jones - 102 words
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Article59 2004-02-26 12 Index Value C Pis Change Nikkei 225 *****.73 +14.60 +0.14 Hang Seng *****.47 -156.94 -1.14 Ml Ordinaries 3346.50 +2.30 +0.07 Taiwan Wtd 6644.28 +55.05 +0.84 Korea Comp 866.87 +2.28 +0.26 KLCI 872.03 -2.79 -0.32 SET Index 704.65 -15.63 -2.17 Jakarta Comp 777.05 -3.70 -0.47 Phils Comp Shenzhen B59 words
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Article26 2004-02-26 12 'SGX, Bloomberg Gold uss/oz 404.100 Silver uss/oi 6.670 Platinum uss/oz 858.000 Rubber centsAg 227.00 Palm Oil RM/tonne 1,999 Brent crude uss/borrel 31.80 Information provided by'SGX,; Bloomberg - 26 words
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Article36 2004-02-26 12 US$ 0.5916 UK£ 0.3128 Yen 63.9948 HK$ 4.6014 RM 2.2479 Euro 0.4663 Rupiah 4998.08 Baht 23.1921 Peso 33.2692 A$ 0.7584 Indian Rs 26.756 Won 695.9833 C$ 0.7864 Yuan 4.8964 NZ$ 0.8563 NTS 19.699536 words
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Article59 2004-02-26 12 fy volume Close Change 'OOO Wee Poh 0.025 -0.005 -16.7 98,869 )io-Tieat 1.140 +0.080 +7.5 80,595 JnitedTAC 0.925 +0.010 +1.1 52,794 DMX Tech 1.290 +0.040 +3.2 45,905 \Afckis 0.785 +0.055 +7.5 43,844 ZhipEngS 0.165 +0.015 +10.0 28,358 'DC Corp 0.110 +0.010 +10.0 26,825 JniFibei 0.170 25,590 Celestial59 words
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Article80 2004-02-26 12 By$ Close Change IMH 400USS 9.150 +0.300 DBS Bk 6% NCPS 10 107.400 +0.100 3PBal 3.640 +0.100 KepCoip 7.100 +0.100 XBC 12.400 +0.100 iPC 2.260 +0.100 Bio-Treat 1.140 +0.080 taitek 1.500 +0.060 DaiiyFaim 900 USS 1.960 +0.060 Midas 0.785 +0.055 By percentage Close i Change ChipEngS W*****180 words
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Article81 2004-02-26 12 By$ Close Change jieatEast 12.200 -0.800 Creative 50 17.800 -0.300 DBS 14.800 -0.300 Noble 3.820 -0.180 >TI ETF100 18.690 -0.160 >hang Asia 2kHK$ 7.350 -0.150 ISH 500USS 4.720 -0.140 Robinson 8.200 -0.100 >IA 11.800 -0.100 SPH 18.700 -0.100 )y percentage Close Change .&M 0.010 33.3 IWTech W*****181 words
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SAVVY INVESTOR
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Article, Illustration560 2004-02-26 15 Dow Jones Analysts say time now is right before next cyclical downturn WOULD you buy shares in a company that has been profitable only once in the past four years and has lost more than US$l billion ($1.69 billion) over the past– Dow Jones; BLOOMBERG - 560 words
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325 2004-02-26 16 – Emril Shafeeq Jamil - Emril Shafeeq Jamil AS part of a move towards a risk-based approach in regulating listed companies here, the Singapore Exchange plans to focus its attention on areas that pose significant risks, such as reverse takeovers. In less risky areas, such as results announcements and325 words
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Article, Illustration366 2004-02-26 16 -AFP Budget carriers, rising traffic to help push growth COMPANIES that serve major airlines, such as British engine maker Rolls Royce, said yesterday they were hopeful of a huge business bonanza as Asia's aviation sector returns to profitability. Globally, the aviation sector-AFP; BLOOMBERG - 366 words
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Article258 2004-02-26 16 Nat Steel and SMRT Corp will be dropped from the Straits Times Index on March 1, Singapore Press Holdings said. Hotung Investment Holdings and Overseas Union Enterprise will also be dropped. Singapore Post, Cosco Investment, BIL International and TPV Technology will replace the four companies on the index. Nat258 words
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Article, Illustration856 2004-02-26 18 William Pesek Jr - William Pesek Jr Bloomberg Commentary US pension fund Calpers puts its money back in booming Asia and learns to see region differently CALIFORNIA Public Employees Retirement System or Calpers, the largest pension fund in the United States, earned an impressive 23.3 per cent– Bloomberg; BLOOMBERG - 856 words
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Article, Illustration493 2004-02-26 20 Tor Ching Li - Tor Ching Li Need a bank loan? Get a credit rating first, advises DP Information Network DEALING with small and medium enterprises is big business in Singapore. Indeed, the 100,000 or so SMBs (small and medium businesses) here make up almost 92 per cent ofWEE TECK HIAN - 493 words
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Article, Illustration2773 2004-02-26 20 UNIT TRUSTS FUNDS The data contained herein has been obtained from company reports, financial reporting services, periodicals and other resources believed to be reliable. Enquiries: I Although carefully verified, data on compilations is not guaranteed by Lipper A Reuters Company and may be incomplete. No offer or solicitations to buy2,773 words
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WORLD NEWS
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Article, Illustration391 2004-02-26 22 Agencies Voters could see him as being intolerant WASHINGTON A maelstrom of condemnation has greeted US President George W Bush's endorsement of a proposal to amend the Constitution to ban samesex marriages. Democrats, gay groups and even some Republicans accused Mr Bush yesterday ofAgencies; AP - 391 words
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GLOBALroundup
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Article61 2004-02-26 22 -AFP Massachusetts Senator John Kerry reaffirmed his front-runner status in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. On Tuesday, he got 55 per cent of votes in the Utah primary and Idaho caucuses each, and 46 per cent in Hawaii. Senator John Edwards got 30, 22-AFP - 61 words
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59 2004-02-26 22 AFP Thousands of shocked and grieving residents spent the night in the open as rescue teams scoured the rubble yesterday for survivors of a powerful earthquake in north-eastern Morocco. The death toll has risen to at least 564 and more than 300 were injured– AFP - 59 words
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Article, Illustration349 2004-02-26 25 Agencies But Sharon vows Israeli 'security fence' will be completed THE HAGUE The International Court of Justice (ICJ), yesterday, wrapped up its hearing on the legality of the West Bank barrier with dozens of Islamic countries taking the stand to show their— Agencies; AFP - 349 words
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Article150 2004-02-26 25 -AFP JAKARTA Indonesia has, for the first time, been allowed to question top terror suspect Hambali. Although direct access to Hambali has not been obtained, Indonesia's national intelligence chief AM Hendropriyono said Indonesia has received some important answers. "So we have an idea of how big-AFP - 150 words
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Article34 2004-02-26 25 -AFP Interpol has announced a new international alert system Orange Notice to warn public and international institutions of threats posed by disguised weapons, parcel bombs and other dangerous objects or materials.-AFP - 34 words
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Article61 2004-02-26 25 -AFP An Israeli tourist was charged with murdering his wife after her skinned torso was found in a suitcase floating in the Chao Phrya River in Thailand. A taxi driver told police he had driven Eli Cohen to the river where he saw him dump the-AFP - 61 words
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Article33 2004-02-26 25 AFP A tip-off by an Indian intelligence agency helped foil a third assassination attempt on Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf "in the first week of February", The Times of India reported.– AFP - 33 words
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COMMENTARY
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Article, Illustration1153 2004-02-26 27 Karim Raslan - Karim Raslan Premier's fight against corruption shows his willingness to serve all THE clampdown of the administration of Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi on corruption has hit corporate Malaysia like a typhoon and the city's moneyed classes are looking1,153 words
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Article, Illustration781 2004-02-26 28 Neil Humphreys - Neil Humphreys The dark director and the aristocratic actress have similar bizarre tastes AS THEIR eyes met across a crowded movie set, acclaimed director Tim Burton fell in love with a chimpanzee. And Helena Bonham-Carter has been on Burton's arm ever since she washed off the apeGETTY IMAGES - 781 words
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Article, Illustration72 2004-02-26 30 Popular Taiwanese compere Zeng Guo Cheng and local comedian-food connoisseur Moses Lim return for the second season of World Kitchen. Premiering at Bpm today on MediaCorp TV Channel 8, the hosts visit a different country each week to discover its cuisine. In another segment, chefs from renowned72 words
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64 2004-02-26 30 Parents alert! Would you like to boost your child's Mandarin language skills? Enrol him or her in MediaCorp's speech and drama class. Conducted in a fun and lively learning environment, the 1 0-lesson course is tailored for children from four to 1 164 words
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68 2004-02-26 30 -AFP Ken Watanabe, the Japanese star up for an Oscar for best supporting actor at this Sunday's Academy Awards for The Last Samurai, has been lined up to play an international terrorist leader in the next Batman movie. The fifth Batman movie-AFP - 68 words
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Article, Illustration425 2004-02-26 31 -AFP Hollywood holds its breath ahead of Sunday's Oscars HOLLYWOOD Hollywood crossed its fingers as Oscar voters finalised their picks for cinema's top honours, with Lord of the Rings looking set to reign over Sunday's glittering ceremony. The deadline for the more than 5,800 voting members of-AFP - 425 words
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Article, Illustration323 2004-02-26 31 ' YONG SHU CHIANG - YONG SHU CHIANG I DVD REVIEW by Alliance RIDLEY Scott, one of the most influential film-mak-ers of our time, has a nasty reputation. The Blade Runner, Thelma Louise and Gladiator director is known to be demanding, inflexible and bad-tempered. A real SOB basically. On the behind-the-scenes footage for323 words
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Article, Illustration731 2004-02-26 32 Koh Chieng Mun - Koh Chieng Mun A unique shopping experience awaits at this Rivervale Mall outlet NTUC Fair Price at Rivervale Mall, Sengkang, provides shoppers a unique grocery shopping experience. While most supermarkets are located in the basement, this outlet boasts a view of the skyline. This "store731 words
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Article308 2004-02-26 33 — Katrina Karim - Katrina Karim DYNAMIC fast-food brands, Dairy Queen® and Orange Julius®, present a slew of special ice cream and smoothy creations from now till April. And, for a limited time, Dairy Queen® is offering the sinful Oreo® Brownie Earthquake Royal Treat® at a discounted price of $3.50308 words
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Article, Illustration445 2004-02-26 33 Recta Raman - Recta Raman Start with cosmetics created by their make-up artist, Jeanine Lobell STILA, a twist on the word "style", is all about bringing out your personality. The creation of Los Angelesbased make-up artist Jeanine Lobell, the line is inspired by "people on the street, books, vintage445 words
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Article, Illustration533 2004-02-26 33 THROUGHOUT April, the Beauty and Wellness Festival 2004 puts the spotlight on a number of spas, beauty salons and slimming centres. Recta Raman looks at some of the services that may help kickstart your journey towards a new you. Start from the top533 words
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Article, Illustration1347 2004-02-26 34 Cathleen Tung - Cathleen Tung The region's top young fashion designers get a chance to kick-start their careers at the MBAFA2OO4 WHAT does luxury car maker MercedesBenz have in common with the fashion industry? There are innate qualities between the two that are very similar, said Mr Jason1,347 words
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Article, Illustration252 2004-02-26 34 THE YOUNGEST Singapore contender is feeling a little nervous. After all, competition is stiff and "all the other contestants are big shots" said Faith Chong. But she was quick to add how she expects "to learn a lot from them" The 22-year-old graduated from Temasek Polytechnic's Apparel Design252 words
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Article, Illustration351 2004-02-26 36 GETTING awards are nothing new to her, but X Mi Huang has a rather matter-of-fact take on what they do for her. While one moment she is jokingly saying that awards are "of course the more the merrier" she is realistic the next, as she says simply351 words
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597 2004-02-26 36 ELIGIBILITY To be eligible for the contest, the candidates must present credentials and designs that can be applied to at least one of the following categories: Menswear (ready-to-wear) Womenswear (ready-to-wear) Streetwear Swimwear In addition, the candidates must: Be below 35 years. Have at least two597 words
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Article, Illustration627 2004-02-26 37 Jenny Kong - Jenny Kong I SPENT three days in the Thai island of Phuket and needed one week to recover from the experience. The combination of excellent company, good food and lots of fun left me with nothing but great memories from this little island the size627 words
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Article, Illustration287 2004-02-26 38 The hills are alive -AFP Kashmir's snowy slopes get a boost from peace negotiations GULMARG (India) A thaw in relations between India and Pakistan has brought a new lease of life to Indian Kashmir's popular Gulmarg ski resort Since the November ceasefire between the nuclear-capable neighbours, only skiers not shells-AFP; AFP - 287 words
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Article70 2004-02-26 38 Booking your holiday online with British Airways is now so simple. Log onto www.oaholiaays.com to book hotel accommodation, cars, airport transfers and a variety of sightseeing options. Make a purchase online in conjunction with a British Airways or Qantas flight, and you could win a rugby70 words
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Article80 2004-02-26 38 Discounts galore and big sales in various shopping venues await visitors to Malaysia's first Mega Sale Carnival this year. The sale will run from Feb 28 to March 31 in Penang. Highlights include the "Come Shop in Penang" trade exhibition, from Feb 17 to March 5, and sale80 words
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Article113 2004-02-26 38 Travel bargains and freebies await visitors to the Unbeatable Chan Brothers Travel Fair 2. The fair will be held on Feb 29 from 10am to Bpm at Suntec Exhibition Hall 401. Admission is free. The fair will showcase holiday attractions and activities by 50 overseas and local113 words
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Article, Illustration698 2004-02-26 40 Gurmeet Singh - Gurmeet Singh A fun-filled night is one of many novel experiences tourists to Sydney can experience FOR an unforgettable night out in Sydney, you just need to remember two things: Get yourself a pair of nice shoes and don't forget to wear a party attitude.698 words
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Miscellaneous1573 2004-02-26 42 Trista Ryan's Wedding I World Kitchen II (Debut) I Explorations I The Living Home Channel 5,10.30pm j Channel B,Bpm j Brdtt Body Commanding Nature channel News Asia, 7.32pm I Arts Central, 9pm -Mi. mil. in-; V^^S ff^*^fl -^BtjL^^J l"'l'"'" if TJ^VyAJI Tli- i i l-M^ I""1'"-1 iiiii^-iiiii |-i.. ll ••■Li.ii.1,573 words
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Article, Illustration1034 2004-02-26 44 ROHIT BRIJNATH - ROHIT BRIJNATH Believe me folks, that could mean death and a gold medal is never ever that important IT IS possible the names Johan Sermon, Denis Zanette, Jose Maria Jimenez, Marco Ceriani, Fabrice Salanson, Michel Zanoli, Marco Rusconi will mean nothing to you. They'reREUTERS - 1,034 words
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Article, Illustration475 2004-02-26 45 -AFP Keane sent off as McCarthy's double sees off Man Utd CHAMPIONS LEAGUE Porto 2 Man Utd 1 OPORTO, Portugal Benni McCarthy got the better of his South African compatriot Quinton Fortune as FC Porto came from behind to beat Manchester United 2-1 in their Champions-AFP; REUTERS - 475 words
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463 2004-02-26 45 Agencies CHAMPIONS LEAGUE Stuttgart 0 Chelsea 1 STUTTGART A Vfß Stuttgart own goal gave visitors Chelsea a precious 1-0 win and their coach Claudio Ranieri a breathing space in the first knockout round of the Champions League. The solitary goal of– Agencies - 463 words
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334 2004-02-26 45 -AFP GOLF Match Play Championship CARLSBAD, California The first round of the Match Play Championship produced the usual quota of upsets but Tiger Woods and fellow American Phil Mickelson were among the favourites who advanced. Woods, the top seed overall, was 1-down with two-AFP - 334 words
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Article83 2004-02-26 45 AFP FA CUP Birmingham 0 Sunderland 2 BIRMINGHAM Substitute Tommy Smith scored two extra-time goals which gave First Division Sunderland a 2-0 FA Cup fifth round replay victory away to Premiership side Birmingham this morning. Sunderland, who have not reached the quarter-finals since they lost the 1992AFP - 83 words
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Article61 2004-02-26 46 HOME United beat Club Valencia of the Maldives 3-0 in the Asian Football Confederations Cup Group D encounter last night. Goals by Egmar Goncalves (2) and Peres De Oliveira eased the visitors past Valencia and into top spot in the group, after their 6-1 win61 words
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Article50 2004-02-26 46 ATHENS South and North Korea agreed yesterday to march together at the opening ceremony of the Athens Olympics, just as they did for the first time in Sydney 2000. The two countries also began talks about fielding a unified team for the 2008 Games in Beijing.50 words
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Article, Illustration92 2004-02-26 46 LAS VtCiAS Puerto Kico's John Ruiz (picture) has been officially crowned WBA heavyweight champion, after Roy Jones Jr confirmed he had relinquished the title to concentrate on his WBC light heavyweight championship. The WBA made Ruiz interim champion after the 32-year-old beat American Hasim Rahman last92 words
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Article76 2004-02-26 46 WELLINGTON New Zealand rugby union officials are angry with the International Rugby Board (IRB) over a secret deal between the game's rulers and the New Zealand Warriors from the rival rugby league code. Talk of including a Pacific Islands team in an expanded Southern Hemisphere76 words
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Article100 2004-02-26 46 SYDNEY Australia's National Rugby League (NRL), battling to repair their image after a decade of scandals, has been plunged into fresh turmoil, with allegations that six members of a leading team had sexually assaulted a woman. According to a police statement yesterday a 21-year-old woman100 words
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Article, Illustration533 2004-02-26 46 STANLEY HO - STANLEY HO Unhappy Englishman will return home after contract ends in October HE ORCHESTRATED one of the darkest moments in Singapore football. Leading a young but highly talented Malaysian team at the 2002 Tiger Cup, Allan Harris orchestrated a 4-0 demolition of SingaporeTODAY FILE PHOTO - 533 words
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300 2004-02-26 46 -AFP LONDON Manchester United fans will be allowed to stage a protest against Irish shareholders John Magnier and J P McManus on Gold Cup day, at next month's Cheltenham Festival horse race meeting. In yesterday's Racing Post, Cheltenham managing director-AFP - 300 words
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