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Police busts forgery syndicate YEOH EN-LAI PERMITS FOR ILLEGAL WORKERS 'More than one person could be having the same work permit. The syndicate laminates and cuts the pass and then gives it to the illegal worker. CID spokesman A MAJOR syndicate that forged work permit documents for illegal workers was

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Lay off politics, KL tells missions KUALA LUMPUR The Malaysian government, which last month accused diplomats of funding opposition politicians in elections, has warned all foreign missions to refrain from supporting local political parties. "We are sending a note to all foreign missions in this country informing them that we

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School resumes under guard after shooting OKLAHOMA CITY Students returned on Tuesday to a small-town middle school under police guard a day after a 13-year-old boy shot and wounded three boys and a girl in the latest outbreak of gun violence in a US school. Police and state troopers stood

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Patients not starving, says British minister LONDON Britain's health chief has rejected claims that elderly patients in some hospitals are being withheld food and water in an unspoken policy of involuntary euthanasia. "It is simply untrue," Health Minister Alan Milburn told BBC radio. It is ludicrous. It is scaremongering." He

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Hijacking heightens US-Cuba tensions ON MONDAY, a group of Cubans armed with knives ever powered and injure* two t ouri sm workers off Havana Province's northern coast, then forced them to pilot their scuba-dlvino, boat across 145 km of open sea to Florida. Cuban patrol boats tracked the hijacked craft

Seattle police chief quits over WTO backlash UNDER FIRE: Ex-chief explains Police short-handed 'Wejust did not have the numbers to cope with tens of thousands of demonstrators. Foßce Chief Norm Stamper Just an excuse 7 knew how many were coming. Why didn't theyr Mr Jason Baxter, a Starbucks employee, who

Israel will stop new settlement projects The decision, announced by the Israeli Premier, follows a Palestinian warning that more construction work could derail crucial ongoing peace talks JERUSALEM Prime Minister Ehud Barak announced that Israel would put a brake on new construction in Jewish settlements after the Palestinians warned that

ONE STREET FITS ALL AFP In Lebanon, where Christians and Muslims have co-existed for centuries, albeit not without friction, it seems fitting that Beirut's Hamra street is lit up with messages for all seasons the Muslim Ramadan fasting month, Christmas and the millennium.

Moscow rescinds ultimatum to Chechens Civilians, told earlier to leave Grozny by Saturday, no longer face deadline, but Russia will not ease artillery and bombing attacks on the capital MOZDOK (Russia) The Russian government has backed away from an ultimatum that civilians leave the Chechen capital of Grozny by Saturday

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Sharif charged with treason and murder He has also been charged under the country's penal code re jating to the collection of arms with intention to wage a war against Pakistan KARACHI Deposed Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and six senior officials were charged with treason and conspiracy to commit

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Clashes as S.Korean unions want old laws back Workers say new laws introduced due to the economic crisis should now be repealed, such as one that bars firms from paying full-time union officials SEOUL Hundreds of stick-wielding workers clashed with riot police near South Korea's Parliament yesterday as labour unions

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Maluku conflict getting worse KILLER PHASES IN THE first phase of the conflict, 213 people lost their lives, including two security officers. In the second, more devastating, phase, 381 people died, including 14 security officers. An Indonesian general has warned that the warring parties in the sectarian conflict are well-armed

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Photo was not doctored, says Bernama KUALA LUMPUR National news agency Bernama denied vehemently the allegations made by PAS that it had doctored the picture of the Malaysian Pnme Minister being welcomed in Kangar, Perlis, on Nov 27, Berita Harian Malaysia reported yesterday. The picture, published in the front page

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Committee to focus on energy efficiency BUILDING, MANUFACTURING, TRANSPORTATION A MULTI-AGENCY committee has been at work in Singapore since 1997 to promote energy efficiency in the building, manufacturing and transportation sectors. The committee is considering developing a coordinated national strategy on energy conservation, benchmarking and setting energyefficiency targets, among other

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Make rooftop of every HDB block a catchment area If this idea can be implemented, it would be a big step towards making Singapore self-sufficient in water. I found the article "Chicago's Summer Plan: Roof Gardens" (ST, Dec 6) very interesting. In it, it was reported that the city of

Obedience training for all dogs REGARDING the recent reports on dog attacks, it is most unfortunate that owners y are unwilling to shoulder the heavy responsibility that comes with owning a dog. We believe it is the moral and civic responsibility of every dog-owner to have his dog obedience-trained, to

Impose a bond on owners TO PROTECT the public and dog-owners, the Government could consider introducing a law requiring dog-owners to post a bond when applying for or renewing licences for their pets. For ferocious and dangerous breeds which tend to attack strangers, the bond should be $5,000. For the

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Pressing issues in falling birth rates I THINK that little can be done, even by the Government, to address the problem ofdecliningbirth rates. Policies can be adopted, but only to the extent that they exist and serve as official guidelines. Declining birth rates are a clear indication that young Singaporeans

PacNet share prices actually rose I REFER to the article "PacNet shares tumble 4%" (ST, Dec 8). We are surprised that The Straits Times would describe a 4-per-cent decline in the Pacific Internet share price in Nasdaq to US$43-3/l6 on Monday using terms like "dumped", "tumble" and "startling". Four per

Sing Net's service surpasses standards I REFER to Mr Lawrence Tan Hui Khim's letter, "SingNet must improve service to retain clients" (ST, Dec 4). As a reliable internet service provider, SingNet not only complies with the Quality of Service standards specified by TAS but its performance has also consistently surpassed

Have trash banks elsewhere too THE launch of the recycling-trash-bank programme at Toa Payoh estate is a great idea. But it does not make sense for Singaporeans living far awav to carry their recyclable items all the way to Toa Payoh, especially if they do not drive. It would be

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Spurs look like losing their shine BASKETS ALL Last season's title winners slump to third straight defeat on the road INDIANAPOLIS If the euphoria from winning last season's NBA title had not worn off yet for San Antonio Spurs, it certainly would have by now. On Tuesday night, Spurs slumped

Fitz-Gerald almost triumphs despite layoff SQUASH ABERDEEN Australia's former triple world cham[>ion Sarah Fitz-Gerald neary caused an upset in her come-back tournament on Tuesday after a seven-month injury absence. Fitz-Gerald, who was sidelined with a knee injury which threatened her career, led England's Linda Charman by two games and 7-4

Potent Brew, thanks to caddy GOLF ONE of Phil Brew's biggest priorities today will be ensuring that his caddy turns up on time. Said the Australian, who took a share of the lead in the Singapore Airlines Priority Golf Invitational with a two-under-par 70 yesterday: "The last time I was

IOC chief wants backing for polls OLYMPICS LAUSANNE Worried International Olympic Committee president Juan Antonio Samaranch demanded full support from the membership here to the sweeping changes to modernise the organisation that will be voted on this weekend. A year after the lOC corruption scandal brought the movement to its

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854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES Our Deepest Sympathy and Heartfelt Condolences to Catherine Thien family of the late THIEN SWEE CHIN Departed on 7th December 99 From the Management and Staff of WAN YANG HEALTH PRODUCTS FOOT-REFLEXOLOGY CENTRE

850 DEATHS 850 DEATHS Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell In the house of the Lord forever TAY CHEW NEO Age: 78 was called Homt to be with the Lord on Tuesday, 7 Dec '99 leaving behind all loved

850 DEATHS CONSTANCE EVEUN GRENIER (2nd May 1911 6th Dec 1999) passed away peacefully in Australia on 6th Dtctmbtr 1999 leaving behind loved ones: Peter Alan Jeltes, Catherine Marl* Jeltts, Gail Mart* Jeltes. (Australia) John Stride, Graham Stride, Janice Marshall ana family. (England) Beatrice Jeltes nee Woo Tl Kong, Geraldene

850 DEATHS JASON JAI PRAKASH Agt: 28 was called home to be with the Lord on 8 Dec 99, leavlno, behind his beloved Father. S.N. Selvadurai Mother: Subaletchumi Sisttrßatna(Kavitha) Body restinq at Blk 115 Bt Purmei Rd 803-258 Tel: *****78 Cortege leaves on Thur. 9/12/99 at 4pm for Mt Vernon

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MORE OBITUARIES ON PAGE 76 If Sweet little flower of heavenly birth, In Memonam gfe wag QQ j a^ r j Q }jl oorn on earth, Verses And, oh the wrench, an angel came, Child. And took our dear child home.

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I Memory I wanders as I shadows fall I Back to days I of happiness, I Days beyond recall. A vision comes before us, So caltn, so dear, so sweet, Of her lips now silent And whose lids are closed in sleep.

854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES 854 CONDOLENCES With Deepest Sympathy And Heartfelt Condolences to Mr Tan Ming Yong on the demise of his beloved father I Tan Seng Taw I II Departed on 7 December 1999 I

852 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 852 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Family of the Late KASON LOH KENG SOON Departed on 3 Dec 99 wish to express their sincere thanks to Pastor Dr. John Lim, members of Calvary Baptist Church. Singapore Charity Bikers, Two Wheelers, relatives and friends for their kind assistance, donations and wreaths during

852 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 11l The family of the Lai* I FOO HONG FUNG Departed 4/12/99 wish to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all relatives, friends. business associates and colleagues for their kind assistance, attendance, donations, wreaths and condolences during their recent bereavement.

852 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The family of the late LINDA ROSITA CORNELIUS nee TAN AH PICK Departed on 3/12/1999 wishes to express their heartfelt thanks appreciation to all relatives, friends colleagues for their kind assistance, attendance, condolences, wreaths donations during their recent bereavement.

852 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I AL-FATIHAH HJ SHAFII BIN MISRULLAH Depart kj on 6/12/99 wishes to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all relatives. friends and colleagues for their condolences, donations and kind attendance during our recent bereavement. Our gratitude also to the doctors and nurses of the Changi General Hospital

856 IN MEMORIAM 9th Anniversary In Loving Memory of PATTAMAL W/0 V. NALLATHAMBY The depths of sorrow we cannot tell. Of the loss of one we love so wtii, And while she sleeps a peaceful sie.>p, Her memory we shall always keep. Always remembered by Husband, children, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren

856 IN MEMORIAM Y In Loving Mtmory of C. N. NALLAMMAL passed away 10.12.95 4th Anniversary Prayers will be held at 7pm on Friday, 10th December 1999 at the Sri Sivan Temple, Geylang, followed by prasadam. Please treat this as a personal invitation. Tel: *****40

856 IN MEMORIAM 6th Anniversary in Loving Memory Of Peter Goh Buan Teck Departed on 7/12/93 Gone from our lives one so dear. But in our hearts forever neai Sadly remembered by all loved ones In Loving Memory of HUANG MAN WAI Departed: 9 Dec. 1993 Deariy missed and always

858 REQUIEMS 858 REQUIEMS ffi In Appreciation RATANAM SALACHEE We, the family of the late Ratanam Salachee, thank all relatives and friends for their presence, condolences, donations and valuable assistance rendered to us during our recent bereavement. The family will be conducting the KARUMATHI PRAYER on Friday 10th December, between

m The Family Of The Late J TANG OW NAK Departed on 6 -12-1999 wishes to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Pastor Mrs Patrick Low, Elders, Members and all Care-net groups of Christian Community Chapel, Management and staff of Dovechem Group, Lian Huat Metal and Gardenia Foods (S),

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KUALA LUMPUR Transaction date: Dec 8, 1999 1 Last voi Net High Lew Companv Safe (OOO» P/t INDUSTRIALS Consumtr Products 440 255 Ajinomoto 300 -19 0 174 46 Angkasa 86 1 11 404 220 Apollo Food Hlg 300 20 3 7 1 294 IIS B*-|ayaLand 158 -1 89 5 1

GOLD SINGAPORE Physical <SS> Wd Tim Kllooar *****-*****.66 *****-*****.91 100 gm 1522-1611.95 1500-1589.29 50 gm 761-816.79 750-804.43 20 gm 304-337 84 300-332.69 5 qm 76-99 91 75-98 88 qm 15-35.02 15-35.02 Bullion coins <S5/oi> w*d Tut S port bullion coin 503 491 493-481 Canadian mapl« leaf 503-491 493-481 Australian nugget

CURRENCY Foreiqn Currency Not* Rates (9am. Dec 3) Buying OD Selling Singapore dollars to one unit of foreign currency Australian dollar 1.0590 1.0740 Canadian dollar 1.1230 1.1470 NZ dollar 0.8470 0.8650 Sterling pound 2.7110 2.7400 US dollar 1.6720 1.6830 Singapore dollars to ,00 units of foreign currency Austrian schilling 12.36

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UNIT TRUSTS FUNDS Dec 9,1999 1 Managers' prices <S$) LEGEND AH pftCM art tm«<*tlvt ««ctpt lof E< Rlngqit ASMtS, Broadly Dlvtr»i(l.d (CPr Approvtd): I N.rrowly Focu«d (CPF ApprovtO); Low.r Rlil.; Low M^iZrm- I MtSum to MK,h Risk; Ml,h,r Rltk; op.n tn<J.<l. SS CPF (ppfOvwl; 5 B.fort tubdlvUlon of'unjl. UNIT TRUSTS

HONGKONG STOCKS Dec 8, 1999 1 HKQ e/ASM Pacific 14.40 -0.20 Bank of East Asia 21.00 -0.40 C P Pokphand 0.29 -0.04 Cafe Oe Coral 3.23 -0.08 Cathay Pacific Airways 15.20 0.05 CDL Hotels 2.50 unch Century City Infl 0.28 unch Cheung Kong Holdings 95.00 0.25 China Motor Bus SO.SO

PALM OIL Crudt Mlm oil (Ms/tonn»! Dec 99 1185 (South) R.flned ixlm oH <US$/tOflfM> 880 Palm Oil O»c 99 340.00 <s»lltr) J«n 00 342 SC (s*,ler i RBD Olcln 0»c 99 360.00 (s*ll»r) Jin 00 365.00 (J»ll»f) RBO Stearin D«c 99 26b. 00 (seller)

SILVER Closing prices (USS/troy ox) Tue Wed Singapore 5.12-5.14 5.14-5.17 Mon Tue New York 5.11-5.12 5.145 5.155 Source: ROTHSCHILD

TIN Closing prtc«s iMS/kllo) KL Tin 21.60 (-0.06) Turnovtr 49(-21)

SICOM FUTURES Dec 8, 1999 1 Rubber Futures (Closing prices) RSS 1 (Tonnes, S cents/kg) aiexeS*. Hoaw Lew Sett Vet Open Int Jan 00 ,13.50 Feb 00 115.00 100 Mar 00 118.00 118.00 118.00 600 100 Apr/ Jun 00 124.00 Jul/Sep 00 128.00 Oct/Dec 00 131.00 RSS 3 (US cents/kg)

STORE EXCHANGE DERIVATIVES TRDG Pec 8, 1999 1 Eurodollar 3-Month deposit (100 implied interest rate) Open High Low Sett Est Vet Dec 99 93.9050 93.9075 93.9025 93.9075 3840 Jan OO 94.150 94.155 94.150 94.160 6 Feb 00 94.075 94.075 94.070 94.070 125 Act Vol (Tue ***** Open Int (Tue *****

CLOB INTERNATIONAL Transaction date: Dec 8, 1999 1 32-W« Curr Last Vol Day Cross Net M Cap High Low Company Traded Sale ear- 'OOP Hta> Lew a»w% p/r. Smll HONGKONG STOCKS 365 173 CDL(2000) HK23O 8 7.8 4550.4 Cathay Pac 20c HK72O 265 6 *****.4 Cheung KongSOc HKI7BO 2 40

ASIAN CURRENCY UNITS Contract date: I Dec 8, 1999 On* 3 6 9 12 Valua Unit mth mths mths mtht mths Call data US$ 57, 5"/* 5V t 5"/ u 57. ML 10/12 AS 4V.» 4"/ u 5 5V,. SV. 3'/. 10/12 NZ 4"/„ 4% 5'A SV. SV. 3V. 10/12

CRUDE PRODUCT PRICES Crufla/Product Month* Chang* Prtct (USS) BBL BRENT BLEND Jin 0.80 24.80 24 85 WEST TEXAS Inttfm Jan 0.87 25.61 25.65 DUBAI FATEH Jan -0.92 23.06 23.11 TAPIS BLEND Jan -1.05 24.70 ."-4 80 MINAS Jan 0.75 23.00 23.K) NAPHTHA (CIF Jap) -9.50/8.50 229.00 232.00 NAPHTHA 1 00

SGX SECURITIES UPC: MAIM BOARD Transaction date: Dec 8, 1999 MULT! INDUSTRY S2-W* Curr Last Vol O.y Of I Net M Cap Wt Avg High Low Company Traded Sato +or 000 High Lew Olw P/C $mll Prlc. 182 17.5 mc AcmaSOc 115 *2 310 117 114 10 9.4 190.2 111

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INDICES Change Straits Times Index 2351.33 *5l 46 BT 08/OS -186.00 '231.00 BT CAOI ..-*****.00 +169.00 BT 10-day MA -*****.00 -18.00 DBS 50 Index 786.03 +17.23 OCBC 30 759.64 *16.t6 UOB Blue Chip 883.10 »16.00 MSCI Singapore 325.09 »6.86 SiMSCI Futures 325.50 *7.90

SCOREBOARD MAIN SDQ Up On Unch Up On Unch Mult, Ind 11 3 4 0 0 0 Manufacturing 63 19 15 33 3 7 Commerce 20 12 8 8 O 3 Tpt/Stor/Comms .17 7 3 10 0 Finance 26 3 3 0 0 0 Construction 13 4 5 6 12

Stocks surge despite Dow's fall Dennis Chan MARKET REPORT SINGAPORE stock prices continued their recordbreaking climb yesterday, defying the negative sentiments that befell other regional markets still spooked by the Dow's overnight fall the biggest since October. The key Straits Times Index jumped 51.46 points, or 2.2 per cent, to

TOP ACTIVES MIT 10c 47.596.000 ChuinHup 20c 23.434.000 Chin. Toll 20c 21.269.000 OUB CL »CW*****5 20.222.000 Ho G»« 5c 19,388.000 KngSfnq 5c 14.053.000 M^.-mnq 10c 13,915,000 O«-.«C DB*CWOOIII7 13.778.000 Av» Kood&Proo L'SS 12.975.000 O<«r 11.372.000

TURNOVER (READY) TURNOVER COOO) Moln Sosdoq Totol Mu,tl JS 32.065 32 065 Manufacturing 162.439 45.656 208 095 S^"!**" 21.256 5.050 26 306 ?rn n S^. C m !:i. 7 3 2 8 3 5^ M79 Ve^ p»g£ 4 2 4 6 3'a 4e73 4 3 ;i^ Hot.ls/Rsts 2.156 1,033 3189

SESDAQ S2-Wh Curr Last vo) o» y o« Nat m c«p wt *»g HH» Law Ciw>wy Tr«— 1 »Ht "000 MM* L— F/E Sm*l Prtea MANUFACTURING i f ■;-'3 z s 22. c Allied Com lOc 73.5 cd O 687 74.5 71.5 2 25.3 159.4 70 80.5 10 5 c