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Title Section15 2013-06-01 1 TODAY TODAYONLINE.COM WE SET YOU THINKING /VI bdiaCorp SATURDAY, 1 JUNE 2013 MICA (P) 053/06/201315 words
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Article, Illustration866 2013-06-01 1 ASHLEY CHIA - ASHLEY CHIA ashley@mediacorp.com.sg S I N G A P O R E Former Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) Commissioner Peter Lim Sin Pang was yesterday convicted of corruptly obtaining oral sex from former Nimrod Engineering General Manager Angie Pang Chor Mui. The prosecution will make itsPHOTO: WEE TECK HIAN - 866 words
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984 2013-06-01 1 TEO XUANWEI - NWC says quantum is fair, but urges employers to do more for those earning less than S$1k ‘ACHIEVABLE TARGETS’ TEO XUANWEI xuanwei@mediacorp.com.sg NWC’s recommendations. ADDITIONAL REPORTING BY EUGENE NEUBRONNER SINGAPORE In spite of the economic recovery and a new Government scheme which984 words
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Article, Illustration40 2013-06-01 1 Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and guests at a Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome memorial event observing a minute of silence for those who lost their lives to the virus a decade ago. SEE PAGE 840 words
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493 2013-06-01 2 NG JING YNG, EUGENE NEUBRONNER - NWC RECOMMENDATIONS NG JING YNG, EUGENE NEUBRONNER jingyng@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE —While companies and unionists welcomed the National Wages Council’s (NWC) recommendations yesterday, some employers suggested that the salary threshold used to classify low-wage workers could be raised to better reflect the current realities. Employers such493 words
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Article, Illustration687 2013-06-01 4 TAN WEIZHEN - ‘NEWS WEBSITES... SAME RESPONSIBILITY AS NEWSPAPERS’ TAN WEIZHEN tanweizhen@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Following an online backlash against the Government’s new licensing rules for news websites, Communications and Information Minister Yaacob Ibrahim yesterday said that the “worries of so-called restrictions on Internet space will prove687 words
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Article, Illustration454 2013-06-01 6 GROUNDS OF DECISION S I N G A P O R E —In a 21-page written judgment on the graft case involving former Central Narcotics Bureau Director Ng Boon Gay, District Judge Siva Shanmugam noted that “not every act of conflict of interest permitsTODAY FILE PHOTO - 454 words
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Article, Illustration693 2013-06-01 8 TAN WEIZHEN, NEO CHAI CHIN - TAN WEIZHEN, NEO CHAI CHIN tanweizhen@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE In the event of an outbreak similar to or even more lethal than Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Singapore’s most important defence would be being “psychologically prepared”, said Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong yesterday.PHOTOS: ERNEST CHUA - 693 words
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418 2013-06-01 8 Transport operator says overhaul is ‘absolutely necessary for system safety and reliability’ AGEING RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE SINGAPORE —The rail crack incident on Thursday which was followed by another late last night, the fourth incident in the last two months was “symptomatic” of an418 words
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306 2013-06-01 9 AGENCIES WASHINGTON United States Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel said yesterday cyber threats posed a “quiet, stealthy, insidious” danger to the US and other nations, and called for “rules of the road” to guide behaviour and avoid conflict on global computer networks. Mr HagelAGENCIES - 306 words
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357 2013-06-01 9 AMIR HUSSAIN - AMIR HUSSAIN amirhussain@mediacorp.com.sg S I N G A P O R E With two-thirds of all maritime trade projected to be shipped across the South China Sea, a single disruption or interruption would have unforeseeable consequences to the entire357 words
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Article, Illustration1175 2013-06-01 10 NEO CHAI CHIN - Kate James drives communications strategy for Bill and Melinda’s foundation, but she is a strong voice all on her own for women the world over THE ST REGIS PERSPECTIVES NEO CHAI CHIN chaichin@mediacorp.com .sg IT isn’t everyone who gets a call from the world’s richest do-goodPHOTO: DON WONG - 1,175 words
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Advertisement41 2013-06-01 10 It helps that there are 10 LionsXII players in the squad. They are pumped up with optimism about winning the Malaysian Super League title, and this positive attitude has resulted in a good spirit in the (national) squad. BERND STANGE 2741 words
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voices
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265 2013-06-01 16 JACE LOI CHEN MIN - FROM JACE LOI CHEN MIN I applaud the initiative to launch a parenting toolkit for character development (“New parenting toolkit: Children enjoy it, parents have bonding time with them”, May 28). Sometimes we parents are at a loss as to265 words
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156 2013-06-01 16 ALVIN TEO - FROM ALVIN TEO As Singapore aims to be a global intellectual property (IP) hub, it is perhaps timely for our trademark processes to be made more transparent. The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) does not appear to adhere to the principles of156 words
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84 2013-06-01 16 HONG YANG CHUN - FROM YANG CHUN HONG I refer to the letter “Outdoor areas of HDB coffee shops required to cease operation by 11pm” (May 28). There are more and more outdoor areas set up by coffee shop operators around Singapore, and having a hotline to report84 words
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221 2013-06-01 17 LIU I-CHUN - FROM LIU I-CHUN It is timely that we take stock of our tobacco control efforts on World No Tobacco Day (May 31). Singapore has one of the toughest smoking control laws in the world, yet its smoking rate continues to climb, from 12.6 per221 words
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Article, Illustration213 2013-06-01 17 JAMES POH CHING PING - FROM JAMES POH CHING PING I refer to the report “Retailers lend support to World No Tobacco Day” (May 31). There are many “hard” anti-smok-ing measures in place, such as stiff taxes and the smoking ban at most public places. But a “soft”TODAY FILE PHOTO - 213 words
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167 2013-06-01 17 ARUN DAS - FROM ARUN DAS Recently, I purchased toothpaste at a major supermarket chain, only to find the same item retailing for far less at a lesser-known retailer. I was able to get a refund at the supermarket with no questions asked, but this experience167 words
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Article, Illustration218 2013-06-01 18 CHANNEL NEWSASIA SINGAPORE The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) has detected maleic acid in another four products from Taiwan. They are Full Free green tea tapioca ball, Full Free yam tapioca ball, Long Kow vegetarian instant rice noodles and Long Kow riceCHANNEL NEWSASIA; PHOTO: AVA - 218 words
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486 2013-06-01 18 NG JING YNG - COPING WITH ILLNESS NG JING YNG jingyng@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE More attention should be paid to the psychological issues faced by breast cancer patients and survivors, particularly those who are undergoing chemotherapy, a first-of-its-kind study by the National University Singapore (NUS)486 words
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Article, Illustration440 2013-06-01 19 ALFRED CHUA - Kindness Day SG will be celebrated on the last Friday of second school term to allow more schools to be involved ALFRED CHUA Alfred ChuaMF@mediacorp.com.sg Singapore Instead of simply urging Singaporeans to be kind, the Singapore Kindness Movement (SKM) is taking a differentPHOTO: ERNEST CHUA - 440 words
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Advertisement397 2013-06-01 18 Making a Difference Towards a Liveable Sustainable Future At the National Environment Agency, the work we do touches the daily lives of all Singaporeans. By protecting Singapore’s resources from pollution, maintaining a high level of public health and providing timely meteorological Information, we strive to ensure sustainable development and a397 words
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world
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Article, Illustration563 2013-06-01 20 IMMINENT SHIFT IN MILITARY DOCTRINE DOW JONES TOK YO Japan’s military, long constrained by the nation’s post-war pacifist constitution, has moved towards gaining freedom to strike enemy targets abroad if an attack is anticipated. Tokyo is preparing a new basic defence policy framework underDOW JONES; PHOTO: REUTERS - 563 words
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296 2013-06-01 20 AGENCIES KUAL A LUMPUR —Opposition politician Nurul Izzah Anwar, whose ejection from Sabah has sparked an outcry, will be challenging the Sabah government’s action in court. “I am currently discussing with Darell Leiking, the MP for Penampang, and otherAGENCIES - 296 words
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617 2013-06-01 21 AGENCIES BEIJING Alarming numbers of China’s elderly are poor, sick and depressed, according to the first large-scale survey of those over 60, posing an immense challenge for Beijing whose silver generation represents one of the greatest long-term vulnerabilities of theAGENCIES - 617 words
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426 2013-06-01 22 FOOD SAFETY AGENCIES BEIJING —Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has vowed to tighten monitoring of the production of milk powder for babies and crack down on safety violators, saying the quality of infant formula affects the nation’s future. His comments appeared to be aimedAGENCIES - 426 words
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622 2013-06-01 24 Transaction volume poised to double in second quarter from first three months: Analysts COOLING MEASURES WEARING OFF? CHANNEL NEWSASIA TODAY SINGAPORE —The resale private home market is set for a rebound after a drop in transaction volume in the first quarter following the introduction ofCHANNEL NEWSASIA; TODAY - 622 words
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257 2013-06-01 25 AGENCIES NEW DELHI India’s economic growth fell to its slowest pace in a decade for the latest fiscal year, faltering amid government failures to act on planned reforms to encourage investment and improve industry performance. Growth for the 12-month period ended March stoodAGENCIES - 257 words
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314 2013-06-01 25 DAVID BOTTOMLEY - Proceeds of IPO will be used to support airline’s plans to double fleet capacity DAVID BOTTOMLEY Business Editor davidb@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE AirAsia X’s initial public offering (IPO) may get a boost now that the Malaysian elections are out of the way314 words
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Advertisement60 2013-06-01 24 celebrating in the heartlands HDB COMMUNITY WEEK 2013 Come I oi VrrTP in Celebrating LIFE m the Heartlands Jf HDB COMMUNITY WEEK 2013 EXHIBITION 29 MAY-9 JUNE 2013 1 JUNE 2013, SATURDAY 9.00am Amazing Heartland Race Flag Off 4.00pm Amazing Heartland Race Prize Presentation 5:00pm Good Neighbour Award Ceremony (invited60 words
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Advertisement193 2013-06-01 25 BIOGLAN If you’re serious about health IS BLOATING AND TUMMY TROUBLE GETTING YOU DOWN? Good bacteria or probiotics are crucial to the health of our digestive system. However, daily stress, a diet rich in fats, alcohol, preservatives and some medications can reduce the population of probiotics in our digestive system193 words
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Article, Illustration354 2013-06-01 26 AGENCIES LONDON —It looks like Jose Mourinho is definitely returning to Chelsea as the English Premier League club’s new manager. According to the Sun, the Real Madrid coach, who has declared that he is leaving the Spanish side at the end of the season, has alreadyAGENCIES; PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES - 354 words
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Article, Illustration711 2013-06-01 26 Offending clubs face relegation, points deduction, or expulsion from tournaments NEW REGULATIONS APPROVED AGENCIES P O R T LO U I S M AU R IT I U S Football clubs face much tougher penalties for serious racist abuse, including being relegated or having pointsAGENCIES; PHOTO: REUTERS - 711 words
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269 2013-06-01 27 PHILIP GOH - PHILIP GOH SINGAPORE —They were members of Manchester United’s famed 1992 FA Youth Cup winning side that became Fergie’s Fledglings in Alex Ferguson’s trophy-laden 26-year reign at Old Trafford. The trio, who were part of United’s famous treble-winning side in 1999, will be in269 words
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Article, Illustration518 2013-06-01 27 GERARD WONG - New national coach expects Lions to beat Myanmar, Laos next week INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLIES GERARD WONG Sports Editor gerard@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Bernd Stange has targeted a winning start to his tenure as the new national football head coach when the Lions take on Myanmar and Laos next week,PHOTO: WEE TECK HIAN - 518 words
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Article, Illustration372 2013-06-01 27 FELICIA QUICK - FELICIA QUICK SINGAPORE —Aaron Wong has been a Manchester United fan since he was 10 but, even as his team strolled to their 20th English League title last month, the primary school teacher knew that to win the TODAY Fantasy League, he needed his head to rule,PHOTO: WEE TECK HIAN - 372 words
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Article, Illustration378 2013-06-01 28 TANYO-HINN - TANYO-HINN Deputy Sports Editor yohinn@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE —The Singapore Shooting Association have hired husband-and-wife duo Anatoly Babushkin and Dina Aspandiyarova to take charge of the national men’s and women’s pistol teams. Babushkin and Aspandiyarova, who were born in Russia and Kazakhstan respectively butPHOTO: DINA ASPANDIYAROVA - 378 words
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Article, Illustration459 2013-06-01 28 FRENCH OPEN AP PARIS —Rafael Nadal came from behind for the second match in a row at the French Open, surviving another shaky start yesterday to beat Martin Klizan 4-6 6-3 6-3 6-3. Entering the tournament, defending champion Nadal had lost only 14AP; GETTY IMAGES - 459 words
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209 2013-06-01 28 LOW LIN FHOONG - LOW LIN FHOONG SINGAPORE —Pride and glory will be at stake for Singapore’s 25-strong national rugby squad at the coming HSBC Asian Five Nations Division 2 tournament in Kuala Lumpur from June 4 to 7. Relegated to Division 2 after losses to the Philippines, Sri209 words
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Miscellaneous84 2013-06-01 28 For the latest live’ telecast listing, visit www.singaporepools.com.sg iw hTT—I Live wire (MBS) Livewire (RWS) (21 yrs and above) Livewire (Singapore Pools) (21 yrs and above during live’ telecast) SB |t-i SportsBuzz@Kranji (18 yrs and above) Ip A Always play with care. [responsiblyf Do not bet illegally. Singapore Pools Account84 words
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Advertisement42 2013-06-01 29 HATCH DAY A LOOK AT AUDI’S NEWA3SPORTBACK 30 FIRE IT UP GRILLED AND ROASTED DELIGHTS AT BURNT ENDS 33 TAKE A DUMPLING LOCAL INSPIRATIONS FOR THESE DRAGON BOAT FEST TREATS 34 SATURDAY, 1 JUNE 2013 PHOTO GETTY IMAGES ARTWORK BY KENNETH CHOY42 words
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Article, Illustration453 2013-06-01 30 BEN CHIA - AUDI’S NEW A3 SPORTBACK RAISES THE BAR FOR PREMIUM HATCHES BEN CHIA features@mediacorp.com.sg SING APORE The second-generation version of the Audi A3 was long the only mainstream “old-school” model left in their line-up it first appeared in 2003. A nip here and a tuck there in453 words
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Article, Illustration380 2013-06-01 30 LEOW JU-LEN - The new Vios aims to be as uncomplicated as possible, with a few frills thrown in TOYOTA VIOS 1.5G LEOW JU-LEN features@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE I know nothing of marital life, but the new Toyota Vios offers clues to achieving it. It seems to me that you could do380 words
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Article, Illustration419 2013-06-01 31 LEOW JU-LEN - The new E-Class has a suite of crash avoidance systems, all the better to keep its pretty new face intact MERCEDES-BENZ E 200 AVANTGARDE LEOW JU-LEN Singapore— If you’re ever rear-ended, chances are it won’t be by someone driving the new Mercedes E-Class. It has radar scanners419 words
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Article, Illustration1314 2013-06-01 32 MAYO MARTIN - Who says you can’t play with your food? DINING PLEASURES MAYO MARTIN mayo@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Picture this. You’re digging into your seared New Zealand King Salmon with potato gratin, asparagus and salsa verde. Your date is relishing a dish of veal cheek, with a side of horseradishPHOTO: THE ESPLANADE; SKINNED KNEE PRODUCTIONS - 1,314 words
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Article, Illustration524 2013-06-01 33 ANNETTE TAN - The set-up is promisingly trendy, but the food at Burnt Ends is really quite simple FOOD REVIEW: BURNT ENDS ANNETTE TAN SINGAPORE There’s a decidedly butch vibe about Burnt Ends, the latest in Loh Lik Peng’s collection of restaurants and this time, with chef AndrePHOTOS: BURNT ENDS - 524 words
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Article, Illustration428 2013-06-01 34 VINCENT LEE - Local takes and more TAKE A BITE VINCENT LEE SINGAPORE —The Dragon Boat Festival happens on June 12 this year and the traditional sticky rice dumpling known to many as the zong zi gets reinterpreted. No, we’re not just talking about using premium seafood ingredients such as abalonePHOTO: INTERCONTINENTAL SINGAPORE; PHOTO: PEONY JADE; PHOTO: FAIRMONT SINGAPORE - 428 words
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DINING GUIDE
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73 2013-06-01 34 Highlights for this seven-course set menu (S$82 per person, minimum of four persons) include the baked lobster with miso sauce, pan-fried Kurobuta cheek with shredded apple, Shanghainese and Cantonese appetisers, and the signature rice dumpling. The adventurous can try new flavours like Spicy73 words
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103 2013-06-01 34 The five-course set menu (S$68+ per person, minimum of four is required) includes signatures such as the Mini Buddha Jumps-Over-The-Wall-to-Peony Jade and the Treasures Of The Sea Dumpling. Meant to be shared, the large-sized dumpling combines flavours of the mung bean, black mushrooms103 words
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Article, Illustration101 2013-06-01 34 Brotzeit presents an array of hot and cold dishes celebrating the white asparagus. From a dish served simply with a classic hollandaise sauce (S$25) to a salad of white asparagus, strawberries, mandarin oranges and herb vinaigrette (S$19.50). For main courses, try out the moist red drumPHOTO: BROTZEIT - 101 words
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Article, Illustration242 2013-06-01 35 DON MENDOZA - DON MENDOZA S I N G A P O R E Compared to the previous year’s vintage, which had to deal with erratic weather, creating the Dom Perignon 2004 vintage champagne was a walk in the park. Well, almost. “The weather for 2004PHOTO: DOM PERIGNON - 242 words
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Article187 2013-06-01 35 VINCENT LEE - VINCENT LEE SINGAPORE —Despite the somewhat formal sounding name, the World Street Food Congress looks to be a food fest with the masses at heart. The 10-day event is the brainchild of Makansutra founder K F Seetoh and the highlight, naturally, is the World Street Food187 words
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