Weekend East, 21 March 1997
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Weekend East
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Title Section20 1997-03-21 1 WEEKEND east FREE WITH THE STRAITS TIMES EVERY FRIDAY MITA (P) 009/10/96 Vol 12 No. 11 Friday, March 21, 199720 words
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Advertisement206 1997-03-21 1 i 6,000 crows shot in Singapore Page 6 YOUR WEEKLY NEWSPAPER Residents save boy, 8, from pool drowning But ambulance takes 25 minutes to reach condo Mum cries for help while trying to save son in swimming pool. Man jumps in to save him. While giving him CPR, woman joins206 words
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this week
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Article95 1997-03-21 2 A FOUR-YEAR-OLD boy is expected to be the youngest-ever witness in a murder trial here. Permission was given for the boy’s evidence to be heard in camera in the technology court. He will not appear in the courtroom, but will testify via a live video95 words
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Article126 1997-03-21 2 HUDC estates Tampines Court at Tampines Street 11 and Amberville in Marine Parade will be privatised in about 18 months’ time. Tampines residents in Blocks 118 to 123 and 128 to 135 will pay $25,000 per flat for the change. This is mainly for the126 words
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Article117 1997-03-21 2 THE rate of animal abuse continues to rise in Singapore. Last year, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals received an average of 30 calls a month. This year, it is getting about 50 calls a month. The recent case of Jacky, a117 words
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Article80 1997-03-21 2 DEAD birds, lizards and feathers were found clogging up the air ducts of three out of 10 office buildings checked by an NUS team. The team, from the School of Building and Estate Management, also found sludge, mould and rubbish in the air-handling units of80 words
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Article87 1997-03-21 2 SOON, Singaporeans will be able to follow local mountain climbers from the comfort of their homes. Satellite and information technology will bring the images and sound on the Internet through e-mail, web site video clips and perhaps, even a televised broadcast of the ascent. A Singapore team87 words
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Advertisement216 1997-03-21 2 MOTOGARD MOTOGARD SERVICE CENTRE PTE LTD Blk 9006, Tampines St. 93, #Ol-212, Singapore *****0 (off Tampines Ave 1— Behind SAFRA) Tel: 783 2332 Fax: 781 6702 100% SYNTHETIC OIL CAR SERVICE at 1. ELF 100% synthetic oil 4 litres 2. Original eng. oil filter to your car brand 3. Next216 words
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Advertisement261 1997-03-21 2 PROMOTIONAL SALE r > J 11 I New Japanese Tyre 175/70 X 13 $65 •185/60X14- $B5 (Excluding GST) Min purchase 4 pcs new tyres and get FREE Oft Wheel Balancing Wheel Alignment Check While stocks last! Hurry While Stocks Last If your steering wheel vibrates at the speed of 80261 words
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Advertisement154 1997-03-21 3 > m k way Darado! For the first time ever, Underwater World Singapore is bringing baby sharks to Parkway Parade in a Touch Pool. Watch how sharks, starfish, stingrays, spiky pufferfish and other marine creatures are fed! Fun-filled activities like Jumping Air Castle by Kid's Adventure and Little Tots Fair154 words
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WEEKENDPEOPLE
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Article, Illustration352 1997-03-21 4 ANDRE YEO - Shaun’s model space shuttle and station wins him first prize Picture and story by ANDRE YEO SHAUN TAN, 11, may be too young to be an astronaut but that did not stop him from building a space shuttle and launch pad. The Fairfield Methodist Primary pupil was352 words
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Advertisement285 1997-03-21 4 GOOD Furniture RETAILER w AERO FURNISHING CENTRE Find the finest furniture and furnishing collection at AERO FURNISHING CENTRE *****02 King Kbil USA 20%-50% DISCOUNT Contemporary bedroom sets, IQ Children's bedroom sets, exquisite sofa sets, modular cabinets, unique dining sets, quality mattress and more! ssHc > Sit PS T u 10285 words
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NEWS
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Article, Illustration773 1997-03-21 5 ANDRE YEO - Story and picture by ANDRE YEO ELEVEN MINUTES. That is how long the Singapore Civil Detence Force (SCDF) has to respond to an emergency. But one took 25 minutes to reach a boy who almost drowned over the weekend. The drama unfolded773 words
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Article, Illustration108 1997-03-21 6 ALMOST 10,000 crows were killed by the Primary Production Department (PPD) last year. These crows (see picture) have become regulars at rubbish bins along Joo Chiat Place because residents and workers do not dispose of their rubbish properly. PPD’s head of public affairs Mr Goh108 words
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Advertisement126 1997-03-21 5 4 <v_'I-.. *AT.' &A "V 1 J, *£l *SmO“ J f^argesse Come visit our showroom for more selections An inspiration to classic living 224 Teiok Kurau Road (Lor L). #Ol-01 liNi Bidg Singapore *****6 Tel 440 4766 Daily 1100 2000 Hrs (Sun &PH till 1700 Hrs) Closed on Mon I126 words
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Advertisement426 1997-03-21 6 Bedok Centre Electrical Company Blk 214, Bedok Town Centre, #Ol-163 Te1:*****32/3 TOSHIBA r.T«a 48PJ5UE (48") 55PJ5UE(55“) 61PJ5UE (61") Projection TV with Hybrid Lens System High Contrast Dark Screen Digital Convergence Circuit Advanced 5-D Picture Enchancing Circuitry Digital Twin Tuner PIP Dual NICAM Stereo (B/G.l) and German Stereo (B/G-IGR) Bass Boost426 words
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Advertisement82 1997-03-21 6 CLOSING SALE (Last 3 Days) Upto7o%Diecooiit Storewide i m 1 Children's nighties from H.K. Now $7.50 »Jackets $l5, 2-pc suits $5O Ladies nighties $l2 $2 Selected Sorella lingeries at 30% off Imported maternity dresses (70%) Maternity dresses, pants, skirts (70%) (Mothers-1 n-Vogue) Others at low, low prices All items must82 words
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ENTERTAINMENT
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Article, Illustration491 1997-03-21 7 BALVINDER SANDHU - By BALVINDER SANDHU THE ballad, “The Lady in Red”, may be considered a classic love song, but its singer didn’t expect it to be that successful. “When I wrote it, I had no idea it was going to be this popular,” said491 words
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Advertisement366 1997-03-21 7 (*uic/i bzl& a&out l KWIIW S Accul/l/ave Accußass'AccuMatch ci ch Sitty&fione (taut j£sf a 1 WHAT'S MISSING??? Experience the realistic soundstaqe in your car. AccuWave horns speakers reproduce tne image and spatial characteristic of the best records. JUST LIKE BEING THERE! UNBELIEVEABLE!!! AccuMatch let you get the most power (even366 words
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Advertisement197 1997-03-21 7 Health Care Equipment At Unbelievable Prices! EYE MASSAGER YB-1 Compact design, suitable for adults children. Relieve eye fatigue immediately Use it regularly Usual: $99 Now: $48.50 fL ('an also be used as body massager MEN S TREASURE MASSAGER LY-6 Restoring vitality. Professional guidance provided Better health and life enjoyment Male197 words
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KORDEL’S HEALTH COLUMN
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Article219 1997-03-21 8 I AM in my early fifties and I think Tm in my initial stage of menopause. I have not experienced the usual symptoms of hot flashes, irritability, insomnia or mood swings, which are supposedly associated with women having menopause, other than erratic periods. In 1995,1 had219 words
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Article190 1997-03-21 8 I AM 28 years old and weigh about 55 kg. During the past two months, I’ve been suffering from gastritis. As such, my appetite has improved tremendously. Now, I snack regularly on the hour and have already put on 5 kg. The medicines I take include Zantac and190 words
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Article135 1997-03-21 8 I HAVE been suffering from frozen joints on both shoulders for the past four months. I am 42 years old. I am now undergoing physiotherapy. 1 take painkillers when the pain is unbearable. So far there has not been much improvement and a friend suggested that135 words
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Advertisement253 1997-03-21 8 KORDEL’S Eat and yet look good Getting rid of the fat consumed, f 1 Si, *1 V j-. The other is preventing your body from converting the carbohydrates into fat. Think about it. Our daily food is often high in carbohydrates and fat. Either one can cause you to put253 words
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Advertisement81 1997-03-21 8 Ask a question and get a $5O hamper GOT a health problem or a nutrition query? Fax your question to 745-1022. Or, write to: Mr Shailer Cottier, Kordet’s Health Column, WEEKENDeast, Level 2, News Centre, 82, Genting Lane, Singapore *****7. Please confine your queries to nutritionrelated problems. A Kordel’s food81 words
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FILM
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Article, Illustration641 1997-03-21 9 BALVINDER SANDHU - Actor’s effective portrayal of loser puts him up for an Oscar By BALVINDER SANDHU THIS is probably the only movie in which you’ll see handsome actor Tom Cruise play a loser. In “Jerry Maguire”, Cruise plays the title role of a sports agent who learns about life through641 words
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Advertisement103 1997-03-21 9 IRENE IVWAN BEAUTY THERAPY CENTRE "CYTOKINES'' The majority <»t CYTOKINES (GROWTH FACTORS) art* multifunctional and can act on different (ells in different ,as ACTIVATORS or as INHIBITORS depending on tin* c ells on which they operate and other factors, regulating the remodelling of the skin, playing a very important role103 words
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Advertisement375 1997-03-21 9 ELiSfl 50% discount 5000 F Marine Parade Rd #Ol-26 Laguna Park S'pore *****9 Tel: 241 3268 #Ol-27 Ginza Plaza Tel: 872 2168 #Ol-29 Liang Court Tel: 339 9168 #O2-23 Paragon Tel: 733 9688 J&M *v H&W INTERNATIONAL p School Holiday Sale Up to 4 SHOP NEAR HOME. Brows* through WEEKEND*ast.375 words
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Article, Illustration1186 1997-03-21 10 Jacko’s wife tells her heartbreaking story NATIONAL ENQUIRER “MY WORLD came crashing down seconds after nurses laid my precious baby boy in my arms. Michael leaned close and whispered in my ear, Don’t get too attached to him, Debbie.’ “I cried, ‘What do you mean?’NATIONAL ENQUIRER - 1,186 words
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Advertisement267 1997-03-21 10 M|ykM m J -W. WORKSHOP SERVICE REPAIR Engine Oil Change Oil Filter/Diesel Filter Change Air Filter Clean-up/Change Spark Plug Contact Point Wheel Alignment Front Rear Brakes, Shock Absorber, Ball Joint Tie Rod End Check Gear Box Oil Battery Radiator Water All Lightings Insurance Claim. JACKSON VEHICLE SERVICE PTE LTD SHELL267 words
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Advertisement96 1997-03-21 11 *?a*n s** l%& I £>ewe Multimedia Pte Ltd CMC 3 Simei S»6 *O3-08 EAST POINT Singapore *****3 Tel 788 9484 -V t ,T vx. mam 71 at/22nd/23rd March 1997 Artwright Computer Table $84.5 (U.P. $169) $109.5 U.P. $219) $124.5 (U.P. $249) Whilo Stocks Last c» EPSON Printer 20% off FREE96 words
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Article, Illustration250 1997-03-21 12 NATIONAL ENQUIRER “SUDDENLY SUSAN” star Brooke Shields reveals that solitude and prayer gave her the self-confidence she needed to rebuild her career after a slump several years ago. The beautiful actress turned inward and upward examining herself to find out why she was soNATIONAL ENQUIRER - 250 words
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WEEKLY UPDATE
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Article, Illustration353 1997-03-21 13 EXHIBITION “Marc Riboud: 40 years of Photography in China (1956 -1996)” Till April 8, 9 am to 9 pm. Alliance Francaise Societe General Gallery, 1, Sarkies Road. Free. An exhibition of 120 black and white photoeraohs of internationallv-renowned French photographer Marc Riboud. Riboud was one of few western353 words
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Advertisement48 1997-03-21 13 LAUNDRY UNLIMITED The Laundry you can really trust, Unlimited attention we give, Reliable we mean. FREE COLLECTION DELIVER Call Us At TEL: 442-7576 Applicable for bill> exceeding $2O only. 480 Changi Road (*****4) (facing Kembangan MRT Station) Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 7am-7pm Sat: 7am-6pm Closed on Sundays Public Holidays.48 words
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Advertisement371 1997-03-21 13 I I M Cool, Comfortable. Convenient A From between 14/3/97 to 30/3/97, for every s2o* that you spend at any of our retail shops at Tampines Mart, you will be entitled to a free spin at our Wheel of Fortune. Win attractive prizes ranging from mugs, hand towels, stationery etc.371 words
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WEEKENDFOOD
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Article, Illustration591 1997-03-21 14 PEARLIN SIOW - By PEARLIN SIOW IF YOU have a big appetite, prove it at this fish and chips outlet and walk away with a certificate. Simply take up the Harry’s Challenge ($29.50) which requires you to finish a whole giant prime haddock fillet,591 words
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Article, Illustration757 1997-03-21 15 LEE GEOK BOI - Easy to find a dish you would like on large menu of Italian favourites By LEE GEOK BOI antipasti and salads, there is a large selection of pastas and pizzas, a couple of soups, as well as entree of steak, lamb and several veal dishes such as757 words
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Advertisement97 1997-03-21 14 f r each! Come and savour our wide selection of 48 specially created dishes to tantalise your taste buds. Each specially cooked to order. All meticulously prepared to perfection. Silver Bait Egg White Sesame Chicken Quick-Boiled Live Prawns Sauteed Squid with Broccoli Fish Head Bee Hoon in Claypot Come and97 words
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Advertisement130 1997-03-21 14 If you order one of our 10-persons set meals, you can have 1 FREE Suckling Pig OR 1 FREE Peking Duck (2 styles).For lunch and dinner. Pronto ti* i —-auHMHiimww *0 il if vou order one of our 10-nerson* *et mer l l l f 500 g Prawns 550 g130 words
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Advertisement90 1997-03-21 15 IKATON6 BANANA j LEAF RESTAURANT' I I J No. 10 Ceylon Road (Opposite Katong Roxy Square) Singapore *****6 Tel: 348 6074/447 0096 Fax: 447 0096 FREE CARPARK COUPON! (TAY BUAN GIJAN CARPARK) FOR MINIMUM $3O/= MEALS 1 I 1 i 1 1 I j I Breakfast Dinner 1 Dosai, Appam,90 words
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Advertisement178 1997-03-21 15 ttatijiut Where good food abounds INTERNATIONAL from 24th to the end of every month. CbuffeD Enjoy popular cuisines from around the world at the Bali Hut Adult Lunch sls* Dinner sl6* Child Lunch s9* Dinner slo* HIGH TEA BUFFET Sats, Suns Holidays 3pm To spm) ADULT Slo* CHILD SB* Sichuan178 words
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Advertisement1149 1997-03-21 17 22 DOMESTIC HELP 76 FOR THE YOUNG 78 TUITION 78 TUITION More than 1,000 thinking parents grabbed the opportunity when they chose Marine Parade's unique, personalised Es McNulty School 1 Marine Parade Central #O6-03 Singapore *****8 The only school of its kind, it is personally supervised by the Founder Principal,1,149 words
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Advertisement700 1997-03-21 18 79 LANGUAGE COURSES 90 POSITIONS VACANT 101 RELIGIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS FUN-FILLED CHINESE < ENRICHMENT COURSES (Registered with Ministry Of Education) < \t 4$ 'SfA >) y r H 1 Popular Courses at SAFRA: Mandarin Reading Performing Arts Chinese Creative Writing SAFRA NATIONAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION .|k. 1/A Tampines St 92 Tel: 788-8433700 words
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CENTRESTAGE
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Article519 1997-03-21 19 CELINE TEO - Life is like ballroom dancing By CELINE TEO TO TANGO or waltz? There are two kinds of people in life, those who do the tango and those who choose to waltz. Actor Lim Kay Siu who is directing “Ballroom Dancing”, TheatreWorks’ latest production,519 words
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Advertisement898 1997-03-21 19 HELENA Hair Salon "We're BACK In Business To Serve You Better!" RE-Opening Promotion! 10% OFF on All Hair Services except shampoo blow Business Hours:- Tuesday- Sunday Jr# 9.00 am to 7.30 pm Closed on Monday iA Call Us NOW! Helen Min (Gina) Te 1346 0308 Our New Address: Blk 81898 words
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