The Straits Times, 22 October 2013

Lock icon This issue may only be viewed from the multimedia stations at NLB Libraries. See FAQ for more information.

Microfilm: NL32845
Total Pages: 95
1 20 The Straits Times
Page thumbnail Page 1
  • Title Section
    Lock icon Masthead
    28 1 THE STRAITS TIMES SINCE 1845 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2013 78 PAGES IN FOUR PARTS TO SUBSCRIBE: 6388-3838 www.sphsubscription.com.sg 90 cents A Singapore Press Holdings publication MCI (P) 050/02/2013
    28 words
  • Article, Illustration
    Lock icon CHOKING SMOG IN HARBIN
    60 1 Choking clouds of pollution blanketed the northern Chinese city of Harbin in Heilongjiang province yesterday, slashing visibility to a few metres, shutting schools and halting transport. Readings at some locations showed the density of PM2.5 airborne particles measuring less than 2.5 microns in diameter rose to
    PHOTO: REUTERS  -  60 words
  • Article
    Lock icon Higher flagdown rates for new taxis
    467 1  -  By CHRISTOPHER TAN SENIOR TRANSPORT CORRESPONDENT christan@sph.com.sg FARES are quietly going up for some cabs, as operators move to counter higher certificate of entitlement (COE) prices and a growth restriction on their fleets. Most increases are by 20 cents in the flagdown fares of
    467 words
  • Article, Illustration
    Lock icon Portugal drawn against Sweden
    70 1 FOOTBALL stars Cristiano Ronaldo (below, left) and Zlatan Ibrahimovic (below, right) will battle for a place in next year’s World Cup Finals in Brazil, after their respective countries Portugal and Sweden were drawn yesterday to face each other in next month’s European qualifying play-offs. France will
    70 words
  • Article
    Lock icon Fair jobs for S’poreans go beyond just hiring
    510 1  -  MOM will keep eye on firms’ HR practices like promotion, retirement By JANICE HENG janiceh@sph.com.sg THE need for firms to be fair to Singaporeans does not end once a worker has been hired. Acting Manpower Minister Tan Chuan-Jin made it clear in
    510 words
  • Page 1 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 1 Advertisements Column 1
      123 1 THE BUTLER OPRAH’S KEY ROLE NOBEL VS MAN BOOKER WHICH PRIZE SELLS MORE BOOKS? LIFE! C8 JOSEPH SCHOOLING GIVEN TIME FOR OLYMPICS TOP OF THE NEWS A6 US MILITARY PULLOUT SCRAP SALE IN AFGHANISTAN WORLD A8 LIFE! C4&5 ASIA A12 L SPORTS B18 -hf Lee Hwa Jewellery A LOVE BUILT
      123 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 1 Advertisements Column 2
      11 1 L SEE TOP OF THE NEWS A6 AND HOME B4&5 8"*****1"*****7
      11 words
Page thumbnail Page 2 / 3
  • TOP OF THE NEWS
    • Article
      Lock icon Sex with minor: Ex-ST reporter charged
      246 2 / 3  -  ELENA CHONG A 29-YEAR-OLD former reporter was yesterday charged with three counts of having sex with a 15-year-old girl. The former Straits Times reporter, whose name cannot be published to protect the identity of the victim, is alleged to have had oral sex twice
      246 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Extra checks on heavy vehicles caught speeding
      487 2 / 3  -  Owners who fail to go for checks on speed limiters to face jail or fine By JALELAH ABU BAKER jalmsab@sph.com.sg HEAVY vehicles caught speeding will have to go through additional inspections to ensure their speed limiters are working properly, in the latest move
      ST PHOTO: DESMOND FOO  -  487 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Malaysia looks set to introduce GST
      633 2 / 3  -  By YONG YEN NIE MALAYSIA CORRESPONDENT IN KUALA LUMPUR yyennie@sph.com.sg WITH Prime Minister Najib Razak consolidating his power in the recent Umno party elections, the stage looks set for the government to introduce the controversial goods and services tax (GST) in next year’s Budget
      ST PHOTO: RAJ NADARAJAN  -  633 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Flexibility key to UniSIM’s full-time courses
      670 2 / 3  -  Students can opt to finish courses earlier, or switch to study part-time By SANDRA DAVIE SENIOR EDUCATION CORRESPONDENT sandra@sph.com.sg FLEXIBILITY will be a defining feature of SIM University’s (UniSIM) new full-time courses when they kick off next year. The pioneer batch of 200 students
      670 words
    • THE NEWS IN 5 MINUTES
      • Article
        Lock icon Fair treatment beyond hiring
        41 4 THE Manpower Ministry’s scrutiny of firms to ensure fair treatment of Singaporeans vis-a-vis foreigners, does not end at hiring but extends to promotion, retirement and retrenchment, Acting Minister Tan Chuan-Jin said in Parliament yesterday. TOP NEWS A1
        41 words
      • Article
        Lock icon China leader meets DPM Teo
        34 4 CHINA’S Vice-Premier Zhang Gaoli met Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean in a closed-door meeting as he began his three-day official visit to Singapore yesterday. TOP NEWS A7
        34 words
      • WORLD
        • Article
          Lock icon Mountains of scrap
          54 4 AMERICAN troops pulling out of Afghanistan are leaving behind a mountain of rubbish, previously supplies estimated to be worth about US$7 billion (S$8.7 billion). Scrapyards are piled high with trucks, television sets and other non-military items but thoroughly destroyed to ensure that they cannot be turned into
          54 words
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Return of dynasties?
          59 4 THE recent arrest of a top judge in Indonesia has blown open one family’s grip on power in Banten, a province bordering Jakarta. Banten governor Ratu Atut Choisyah (below) and her family have amassed power and fortunes on such a scale that they have sparked comparisons to
          59 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Studying climate change
          45 4 SINGAPORE was hit by a tropical cyclone just once, in 2001. But scientists do not expect another to occur in the next few hundred years. However, climate change and its influence on weather patterns should be actively investigated, said experts. PAGE A10
          45 words
      • OPINION
        • Article
          Lock icon Risks and Asia’s growth
          53 4 THE Asia story is an attractive one, but it will be important to also look elsewhere for growth opportunities for instance, in Africa to hedge against the limiting factors and risks in the region. Mr Devadas Krishnadas explains the risks and how they would impact Asia’s
          53 words
      • Article
        Lock icon UMNO MUST WORK FOR ALL MALAYSIANS
        57 4 Malaysia’s Umno is at the crossroads following conservative challenges mounted during the party elections. With an eye on the future, Umno should dedicate itself to the unity of a maturing nation, so that Malaysia can fulfil its full economic potential for the benefit of
        57 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Cheaper solar panels?
        47 4 SOLAR panels could become up to five times cheaper if research by a team from Nanyang Technological University proves successful. It is looking into solar cells made from a material called perovskite, to see how they could be made even more efficient. PAGE B3
        47 words
      • MONEY
        • Article
          Lock icon Stocks up after curb lifted
          29 4 SHARES of Asiasons Capital, LionGold Corp and Blumont Group shot up yesterday after the Singapore Exchange removed trading restrictions on the stocks. PAGE B7
          29 words
      • SPORT
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Fandi still considering
          77 4 ABOUT 20 local and foreign men are believed to have applied for the post of LionsXII coach, including the S-League’s most successful, Richard Bok. But Singapore football legend Fandi Ahmad, the fans’ favourite to succeed V. Sundramoorthy, is still mulling over the opportunity and he has until
          TNP FILE PHOTO  -  77 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Gunning for success
          63 4 EPL leaders Arsenal, who so far this season have won 10 and drawn two of their last 12 games in all competitions, face their toughest test when Dortmund visit in the Champions League. But a third straight win in Europe will take them closer to the last
          63 words
      • HOME
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Cruising along nicely
          63 4 PASSENGER numbers at the $500 million Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore are expected to exceed 530,000 this season more than double last season’s figure. Tour agencies are also cashing in as the cruise industry here grows. PAGE B1 More large ships are docking at the Marina Bay
          ST PHOTO: CHEW SENG KIM  -  63 words
      • straitstimes.com
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Running strong
          58 4 FUN, laughter and thrills were a-plenty during a recent Running Man fan meet in Singapore. View a picture gallery of the activities and performances from several cast members of the popular South Korean variety game show. stcommunities.sg Rubber-faced HaHa (real name Ha Dong Hoon, in front) thrilled fans
          PHOTO: ONE  -  58 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Harbin shrouded
          49 4 VIEW pictures of the heavy smog in China’s northern city of Harbin which has caused primary and middle schools as well as some highways to close. At least 40 flights to destinations in southern China and the capital Beijing, among other locations, have been cancelled or postponed.
          49 words
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Pakistani female cop
          42 4 SHE defied her father, gave up marriage and paid for her own basic training. Over 19 years, Ms Shazadi Gillani (right), the highest ranking female cop in Pakistan’s most conservative province, has taken on bandits, earthquakes and militants. www.stasiareport.com
          42 words
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Birds of a feather
          53 4 AH, THE things people do for their passion. View a picture gallery of bird photographers in Singapore who venture into areas like mangroves and cemeteries just to snap pictures of colourful plumes and webbed feet. A collared kingfisher spotted at the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve. ST
          ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM  -  53 words
      • LIFE!
        • Article
          Lock icon Unspoken journeys
          54 4 FOR three years, Singaporean writers met senior citizens, low-income families and former prisoners and wrote stories inspired by these conversations for the annual Singapore Writers Festival. This year, 12 of these stories will be published as a book for the first time, in the anthology Passages: Stories Of
          54 words
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Dim Sum Dollies back
          86 4 THE Dim Sum Dollies are returning to the stage with a new member. Actress and DJ Denise Tan will join seasoned performers Pam Oei and Selena Tan in the cabaret act. She replaces Emma Yong, who died in May last year from stomach cancer. The show
          PHOTO: DREAM ACADEMY  -  86 words
      • razortv.com.sg
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Journey into Africa
          42 4 STRAITS Times Life! Correspondent John Lui takes you on an African safari where you get to experience the local food, sights and sounds. The Serengeti National Park is home to cheetahs. ST PHOTO: JOHN LUI ST PHOTO: JOHN LUI
          ST PHOTO: JOHN LUI  -  42 words
      • stomp.com.sg
        • Article
          Lock icon Appeal for witnesses
          27 4 STOMPER Azah would like to appeal for witnesses on behalf of a friend who was involved in a hit-and-run incident with a BMW driver.
          27 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Driver avoids parking fee
          28 4 STOMPer Hisham says he has caught the driver of a grey BMW tailgating drivers exiting a carpark in Clementi on more than one occasion.
          28 words
      • Article
        Lock icon What it should have been
        51 4 YESTERDAY’S article “Next Law Society Council put to the vote” stated that four candidates were vying for three positions in the junior category of the society’s council elections. The Law Society has clarified that the candidates in this category are, in fact, vying for two
        51 words
    • PARLIAMENT
      • Article
        Lock icon Bosses who pay workers’ CPF late face jail, stiffer fine
        404 6  -  Minister introduces Bills to amend CPF Act and Employment Act By GOH CHIN LIAN chinlian@sph.com.sg EMPLOYERS could be sent to jail for being late in making contributions to their workers’ Central Provident Fund (CPF) accounts or defaulting on payments, under
        404 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Schooling allowed to defer NS to focus on Olympics
        701 6  -  By MAY CHEN maychen@sph.com.sg SINGAPORE’S top swimming prospect Joseph Schooling has been given time to focus on the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, after the Government granted his request for deferment from full-time national service (NS). Minister for Defence Ng Eng
        ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG  -  701 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Govt may block websites to fight piracy
        432 6  -  By TESSA WONG twong@sph.com.sg SINGAPOREANS who download pirated movies and music from certain websites could soon find it difficult to do so, as the Government is considering blocking some of them. The Law Ministry is discussing such a possibility with other agencies, said
        432 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Higher commissions to spur property sales
      569 6  -  By CHERYL ONG ocheryl@sph.com.sg SLOWING sales have prompted developers to dangle sharply higher commissions to spur agents into moving more units at property launches. The step is in response to the slide in buying, thanks to several rounds of cooling measures and new mortgage
      ST FILE PHOTO  -  569 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Chinese Vice-PM meets DPM Teo
      315 7  -  By JEREMY AU YONG jeremyau@sph.com.sg CHINA’S Vice-Premier Zhang Gaoli met Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean in a closed-door meeting as he began his three-day official visit here yesterday. At the start of the meeting, DPM Teo, who had invited China’s seventh-ranked leader, welcomed him
      ST PHOTO: AZIZ HUSSIN  -  315 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Shutdown takes shine off US bond market
      569 7 Creditors now demanding more for the money that they lend to the US BLOOMBERG WASHINGTON POST NEW YORK TIMES NEW YORK America’s borrowing costs are on the cusp of exceeding the rest of the world’s for the first time since 2010, after a
      BLOOMBERG; WASHINGTON POST; NEW YORK TIMES; PHOTO: NEW YORK TIMES  -  569 words
  • Page 2 / 3 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 2 / 3 Advertisements Column 1
      188 2 / 3 THE WORLD HAS MUCH MORE TO OFFER AMAZING TRAVEL DEALS AWAIT. W There’s no better time to get in touch with the rest of the world than now. We have great deals for you to choose from, and we look forward to serving you on board with our 5-Star service.
      188 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 2 / 3 Advertisements Column 2
      35 2 / 3 L SEE EDITORIAL A18 V 8 (jf V f I I I 1 \^k oi I uinf N. 33 V o LiU vl/ T m m. B V LO A R I “BVLGARI BVLGARI” BVLGARI.COM
      35 words
Page thumbnail Page 4
  • Page 4 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 4 Advertisements Column 1
      389 4 TOMORROW IN THE STRAITS TIMES PRINT ONLINE CHLOE MORETZ SAYS: ‘I’m just like Carrie’ FINALLY REVEALED: Stunningly Simple, Yet Little Known Ways For Literally Anyone To Make Money Online... How To Generate 10,000/Month On The Internet Working From Home Even If You Hate Computers! Simon Leung says: "Give Me Two
      389 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 4 Advertisements Column 2
      21 4 STRAITS TIMES ONLINE MOBILE WEBSITE www.straitstimes.com TWITTER @stcom FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/thestraitstimes Get ST on your smartphone apps Asia’s No. 1 news website
      21 words
Page thumbnail Page 5
  • Page 5 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 5 Advertisements Column 1
      190 5 HOSPITALITY ■a w r nj Ifi v I ft ■I r- EC i S\ *“S8w< FRASER SUITES TOP GLORY, SHANGHAI FROM SHANGHAI TO HANOI TO ISTANBUL, YOU’RE NEVER FAR FROM FRASER With scintillating views of the famous Bund, the lavish Fraser Suites Top Glory, Shanghai is well located within the
      190 words
Page thumbnail Page 6
Page thumbnail Page 7
  • Page 7 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 1
      274 7 L SEE OPINION A19 X UOB DEPOSITS Savings kI ut Jr JfajOk.-* it Vouchei Draw 2: S$1,000 worth of UOB Travel Vouchers* 10 winners Draw date: 29 Oct 2013 4 Draw 1: Congratulations to the 100 winners of S$100 Dairy Farm Gift Vouchers* LARS a X 1 S'. 4 mKSSSSEi
      274 words
Page thumbnail Page 8
  • WORLD
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon America’s dustbin
      882 8 Junk includes scrap from $8.7b worth of US gear, mattresses, wire As US troops leave, Afghanistan becomes... WASHINGTON POST REUTERS BAGRAM (Afghanistan) The armoured trucks, televisions, ice cream scoops and nearly everything else shipped here for America’s war against the Taleban are now part of the world’s biggest
      WASHINGTON POST; REUTERS; PHOTO: THE WASHINGTON POST  -  882 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon US to restart Pakistan aid as ties improve
      372 8 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE REUTERS WASHINGTON The US plans to unfreeze more than US$1.5 billion (S$1.9 billion) in assistance to Pakistan, officials said, amid an upswing in relations and a visit by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. For fiscal year 2014, which began on Oct
      AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; REUTERS; PHOTO: ASSOCIATED PRESS  -  372 words
    • ASIA
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Outcry over political dynasty in Banten
        599 9  -  Judge’s arrest exposes wealth and influence of governor’s family By ZUBAIDAH NAZEER INDONESIA CORRESPONDENT IN JAKARTA zubaidah@sph.com.sg THE recent arrest of a top judge for allegedly taking bribes from a brother of Banten governor Ratu Atut Chosiyah has inadvertently exposed the strong grip on
        PHOTO: RATU ATUT CHOSIYAH’S FACEBOOK  -  599 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Wage hike for garment workers in Bangladesh?
        337 9 REUTERS DHAKA Bangladesh’s garment factory owners are pencilling in a minimum wage increase of about 50 to 80 per cent and will ask retailers to pay more to defray the cost, as the government tries to end a wave of strikes that hit
        REUTERS; PHOTO: ASSOCIATED PRESS  -  337 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Dig at old Indian fort uncovers artefacts
        241 9 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE NEW DELHI Indian archaeologists yesterday said they have found artefacts in the ruins of a centuries-old fort where a Hindu holy man claimed he dreamt that a hoard of gold was buried. Archaeologists began digging at the fort in the northern
        AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  241 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Cyclone unlikely to hit Singapore, experts say
        556 10  -  But impact of climate change on other weather patterns merits a closer look By GRACE CHUA caiwj@sph.com.sg THE likes of Cyclone Phailin or Typhoon Wipha are unlikely to ever hit Singapore, experts claim. However, they say more work needs to be done to
        ST GRAPHICS SOURCE: REUTERS, AFP, NASA  -  556 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Hurricane Raymond set to miss Mexico
        215 10 REUTERS MEXICO CITY The first major hurricane of the Eastern Pacific season strengthened as it came to a halt off Mexico early yesterday and forecasters expected it to head out to sea later in the week and miss the Mexican coast. The Miami-based National
        REUTERS  -  215 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Search for 19 typhoon victims on Japanese island resumes
        285 10 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE TOKYO Rescuers have resumed the search for 19 people still missing after last week’s ty-phoon-sparked landslides on a Japanese island, as meteorologists warned of another “very strong” storm. Typhoon Francisco, said to be “very strong”, was approaching Japan, moving
        AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; PHOTO: AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  285 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon MasterCard, Visa try to penetrate Myanmar
        703 11 In land where cash is still king, card firms are trying to change habits BLOOMBERG YANGON A year ago, Myanmar had no automated teller machines and not a single hotel or restaurant able to swipe the credit cards proffered by throngs of foreigners arriving
        BLOOMBERG; PHOTOS: BLOOMBERG, AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  703 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Myanmar gas pipeline gives China new options
        274 11 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE BEIJING A pipeline pumping natural gas from Myanmar to ener-gy-hungry China has gone fully operational, state-run Chinese media said. The project, stretching more than 2,500km from western Myanmar to south-west China, will help the world’s No. 2 economy feed its growing
        AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  274 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon ‘Police unit to probe ex-security czar’
        600 12  -  HK daily’s report of an independent team considered unlikely by experts By HO AI LI CHINA CORRESPONDENT IN BEIJING hoaili@sph.com.sg IN A new twist to the long-ru-moured graft probe against retired Chinese security czar Zhou Yongkang, President Xi Jinping is reported to have set
        600 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Harbin shrouded by super smog
        386 12 ASSOCIATED PRESS XINHUA BEIJING Visibility shrank to less than half a football field and small-particle pollution soared to a record 40 times higher than a World Health Organisation standard in the northern Chinese city of Harbin as the region entered its high-smog season. Jazz singer
        ASSOCIATED PRESS; XINHUA; PHOTO: REUTERS  -  386 words
      • Article
        Lock icon China court to rule on Bo Xilai appeal soon
        316 12 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE REUTERS BEIJING A Chinese court will rule on Friday on the appeal of once-powerful politician Bo Xilai, it announced yesterday, another step towards closing a scandal that rocked the ruling Communist Party. Bo was sentenced to life in prison
        AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; REUTERS  -  316 words
      • ASIA BRIEFS
        • Article
          Lock icon Health concerns over cooking oil
          81 12 TAIPEI Two food producers in Taiwan were found to have used mainly cottonseed oil a cheap ingredient that experts say could cause infertility and impotence for cooking oils for sale abroad, including to Singapore, reported the Taiwan media. Cottonseed has been found in the variety
          81 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Life term urged in Khmer Rouge case
          67 12 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE PHNOM PENH Prosecutors in Cambodia’s court yesterday demanded life imprisonment for two former Khmer Rouge leaders on trial for their roles in the killing of up to two million Cambodians in the late 1970s. Nuon Chea, 87, the regime’s chief ideologist,
          AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  67 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Businessman formally arrested
          53 12 ASSOCIATED PRESS BEIJING The Chinese authorities have formally arrested Wang Gongquan, a Chinese businessman who was a key supporter of a civil rights group that has faced a wide-ranging crackdown this year, his lawyer said yesterday. Wang was detained in mid-September on suspicion of “gathering crowds to
          ASSOCIATED PRESS  -  53 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Abe to decide on Yasukuni visit
          70 12 BLOOMBERG TOKYO Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will make his own decision on visiting the Yasukuni Shrine, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said, after an aide to the premier indicated he may go before the end of the year. Mr Abe will decide from
          BLOOMBERG  -  70 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Foreign programme curb for China’s satellite TV stations
        337 12 SHANGHAI China will allow satellite television stations to purchase only one foreign programme a year from next year for the copyright to replicate the way it is made, as part of new restrictions to push “morality-building” and educational shows, state media reported
        337 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Delays in Japan radiation clean-up
        384 13 Decontamination of towns near Fukushima plant far behind schedule: Officials ASSOCIATED PRESS REUTERS XINHUA TOKYO Radiation clean-up in some of the most contaminated towns around Fukushima’s nuclear power plant is far behind schedule, so residents will have to wait a few more years before returning,
        ASSOCIATED PRESS; REUTERS; XINHUA; PHOTO: DEMOTIX  -  384 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Nasa lifts ban on China scientists
        180 13 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE XINHUA BEIJING The US space agency Nasa has reversed a decision to ban six Chinese scientists from a space conference after prominent US astronomers vowed to boycott the meeting in a row over academic freedom. The agency had barred them from participating
        AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; XINHUA  -  180 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Russian bus blast kills 5, female suicide bomber suspected
      307 14 REUTERS MOSCOW A female suspected suicide bomber set off a blast on a bus packed with students in the southern Russian city of Volgograd, the authorities said, killing at least five people, in the deadliest such attack outside Russia’s volatile North
      REUTERS  -  307 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Singh, Putin fail to reach nuke deal
      437 14 Long-delayed energy pact still pending after Indian and Russian leaders meet AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE REUTERS MOSCOW Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh met Russian President Vladimir Putin, but failed to strike a long-delayed nuclear power deal during their talks. Dr Singh is using one of
      AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; REUTERS; PHOTO: REUTERS  -  437 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Aussie blazes could merge to become mega-fire
      517 15 Forecast weather conditions make it likely; Sydney shrouded in thick haze AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE MOUNT VICTORIA (Australia) Firefighters were racing to tame an enormous blaze in south-east-ern Australia yesterday with officials warning it could merge with others to create a “mega-fire” if weather conditions
      AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; PHOTO: ASSOCIATED PRESS  -  517 words
    • Article
      Lock icon New spy claims: France, Mexico demand answers
      343 15 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE PARIS France and Mexico have angrily demanded prompt explanations from the United States following “shocking” new spying allegations leaked by former US security contractor Edward Snowden. The reports published in French daily Le Monde and German weekly Der Spiegel reveal that
      AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  343 words
    • WORLD BRIEFS
      • Article
        Lock icon PM Lee on Norway’s new PM
        65 15 PRIME Minister Lee Hsien Loong yesterday congratulated Norway’s Prime Minister Erna Solberg on her appointment and said he looked forward to working with her and her government, which took office last week. In the letter released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, PM Lee
        65 words
      • Article
        Lock icon ‘Restart Maldives polls soon’
        85 15 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE NEW YORK United Nations leader Ban Ki Moon yesterday said he was “deeply concerned” by the cancellation of a presidential election in the Maldives. Mr Ban called for Maldivian leaders and institutions to “respect the democratic process and participate in a credible, peaceful and
        AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  85 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Hutchison may spin off part of Watson
      469 16 It could raise $15.7b in what may be Asia’s biggest IPO in 3 years BLOOMBERG HONG KONG Billionaire Li Ka Shing’s Hutchison Whampoa is considering selling shares in its AS Watson Group retailing unit in what may become Asia’s biggest initial public offering
      BLOOMBERG  -  469 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Amazon bets on Betas to win Web viewers
      555 16 BLOOMBERG NEW YORK Amazon.com’s new comedy show Betas depicts a motley band of twenty-something Silicon Valley entrepreneurs coding around the clock to develop a social media site to rival Facebook. Mr Jeff Bezos, Amazon’s chief executive officer, is using Betas to do
      BLOOMBERG; PHOTO: ASSOCIATED PRESS  -  555 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon OPTIMUS PRIMED TO TRANSFORM SHANGHAI METRO
      85 16 An 8m-high model of Optimus Prime, leader of cybernetic beings known as Autobots in the Transformers cartoon and live-action series, stands guard at a station exit of Shanghai Metro Line 1, transforming the drab building into an eye-catching display. The replica’s creator built his
      PHOTO: XINHUA  -  85 words
    • Article
      Lock icon US gas exports to quadruple as shipping costs to Asia fall
      436 16 BLOOMBERG PANAMA CITY US exports of natural gas liquids, already at a record amid surging output from shale deposits, are poised to quadruple by 2020 as the expansion of the Panama Canal cuts shipping costs to Asia. Deliveries of
      BLOOMBERG  -  436 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Japan posts trade deficit for record 15th month
      334 16 ASSOCIATED PRESS TOKYO Japan posted a record 15th consecutive monthly trade deficit last month, as data yesterday showed the country’s energy bill soaring, but exports to China rebounded after a territorial row last year hurt demand for Japanese goods. While the yen’s
      ASSOCIATED PRESS  -  334 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon JPMorgan chief weathers the tempest
      825 17 CEO Jamie Dimon is said to have the full support of board for now NEW YORK TIMES NEW YORK To Wall Street, Mr Jamie Dimon looks like the Teflon chief executive officer. Despite mounting legal problems at JPMorgan Chase, including a tentative US$13 billion (S$16.1
      NEW YORK TIMES; PHOTO: REUTERS  -  825 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Banks face risk model revamp in Basel review
      231 17 BLOOMBERG FRANKFURT Banks face an overhaul of how they calculate possible losses on securities they hold in their trading books as global regulators target discrepancies in how lenders measure the riskiness of their investments. In a bid to address weaknesses uncovered by
      BLOOMBERG  -  231 words
    • MONEY BRIEFS
      • Article
        Lock icon Iskandar CEO probed
        62 17 KUALA LUMPUR A chief executive of an Iskandar Investment (IIB) subsidiary is under investigation for allegedly receiving more than RM400,000 (S$157,000) in bribes, Malaysia’s Berita Harian reported yesterday. The man, who is in his 40s, reportedly received the bribe from an IIB contractor for a road project
        62 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Facebook service disrupted
        53 17 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE WASHINGTON A “likely service disruption” struck Facebook yesterday at around 9.30am (9.30pm Singapore time), preventing its 1.15 billion members from updating their status on the social media website, according to Downrightnow.com, which monitors service outages on major websites. Users trying to update their status received
        AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  53 words
      • Article
        Lock icon UBS fugitive nabbed
        76 17 REUTERS MILAN A former top executive at Swiss bank UBS wanted in the United States for allegedly helping wealthy Americans avoid paying tax was arrested in Italy at the weekend. The United States declared Raoul Weil a fugitive in early 2009 after the former head of UBS’
        REUTERS  -  76 words
  • Page 8 Advertisements
Page thumbnail Page 9
  • Page 9 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 1
      127 9 THE WORLD'S CITI. ITS WHEREVER YOU ARE. It isn't New York or London or Beijing. It's not Lagos or Sao Paulo or Dubai. Today, it's wherever you are. Where you bring your ideas, drive, passion and a hope that someone will believe in you. What if a bank made that
      127 words
Page thumbnail Page 10
  • Page 10 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 1
      141 10 Sunday 27 th October 2013,1.00 3.30pm (Limited To 50 Pax Only) (Registration at 1,00pm Presentation at 1,30pm) Venue: Moor Room, Level 4, Swissotel, Raffles City Convention Centre Seminar On Achieving Potentially 27% Returns Using Investment Crowd Funding Platform Learn how to achieve up to 27% profits together with proven business
      141 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 2
      445 10 c-i. k SODO NUMBERS $ODO POP Feng Shui Ci*SS WHAT IS POP FENG SHUI? POP Feng Shui is simplified system of teaching Feng Shui. It is simple, easy to understand and amazingly effective. Most importantly, you can implement what you have learnt easily and instantly. We have proven to hundreds
      445 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 3
      9 10 Then, fashion designer.Now, educational entrepreneur. For Subscription, call 6388-3838
      9 words
Page thumbnail Page 11
  • Page 11 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 11 Advertisements Column 1
      277 11 Beyond beauty and aesthetics, we want to make a difference in your lives. We believe that everyone has the ability to make a change. To not only look beautiful but feel beautiful. To live life the way you want it to be. THE SLOANE CLINIC ORGEOUS BEAUTY WORKSHOP Wind down
      277 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 11 Advertisements Column 2
      81 11 WE ARE /J m E K: □OBLO FREE FIAT PROFESSIONAL EXCLUSIVE CASH CARD GIVEAWAY" AML UBI SHOWROOM #01-12 A ENTITLED WITH EVERY TEST DRIVE DURING PROMO PERIOD OF 21 OCT to 20 NOV 2013. WHILE STOCKS LAST. A UNIQUE VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE AWAITS YOU AT OUR SHOWROOM. m PROFESSIONAL MV Motoruiua
      81 words
Page thumbnail Page 12
  • Page 12 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 1
      112 12 Training to support children with SPECIAL NEEDS 1 I Vital for caregivers and for parents assisting their child, teachers working with special needs students to manage behavioural issues, academic enhancement, increasing attention span and extending focus. I Practical Training attachments in special needs schools and centers I Modules covered: Autism,
      112 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 2
      124 12 Professional Traders FOREX TRADING GIVES ME A SECOND INCOME TERRASEEDS FOREX TFLOW® STRATEGY LETS YOU ‘EARN WHILE U SLEEP’ Binni Ong trades Forex with TerraSeeds Forex Tflow®. This strategy lets her "Earn While U Sleep" (EWUS). It uses a combination of Applied Elliott Wave and Advanced Fibonacci, preferred by institutions
      124 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 3
      38 12 Have a story to share? Call, text or e-mail us. If your story is published, you get a... $100THE MANHATTAN FISH MARKET VOUCHER ...plus two T-shirts worth $60 Call: 1800 733 44 55 SMS/MMS: 9477 8899 E-mail: tnp@sph.com.sg
      38 words
Page thumbnail Page 13
  • Page 13 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 13 Advertisements Column 1
      492 13 VOLT Oil NA /.ZM I' o Wii b u t i moise Nothing but Originals from Italy t. 6298.1232 www.moise-inc.com CATS Recruit The first step or your ladder to success Runy bES»Si With ultrafast speeds, you can up your business productivity with SingTel 4G, the FASTEST nationwide DUAL-BAND mobile network.
      492 words
Page thumbnail Page 14
  • Page 14 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 1
      183 14 Life and me Protects Vtour General Policies Insurance r f > X I How can I get such protection? A law has been passed to provide automatic protection for you under the Policy Owners’ Protection Scheme. There is no need for you to take any further action. What insurance policies
      183 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 2
      12 14 READ ALL ABOUT IT IN DL TOMORROW FIRST LOOK Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1
      12 words
Page thumbnail Page 15
  • Page 15 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 15 Advertisements Column 1
      81 15 I DON’T JUST HUNT FDR WHAT’S LOST XXXV When Looking in the right places can help recover what's dearest, you know it's more than just a job. In the Singapore Police Force, you'll be a presence of assurance Q® (11® Gto©8 OuO©03g© (OfitePiSXi© (£6 felr ©TO sBXtl ®li1©IIJ©(0|fli)®) §©f©©f Join
      81 words
Page thumbnail Page 16
  • Page 16 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 16 Advertisements Column 1
      74 16 NEW YORK CLEARANCE! Until 26th October 2013 Sizes 5-11 3 4 SO oir all items!! J C*. 5. :A -.iYL f30 Raffles Place #02-26, Chevron House. (2 Minutes from Raffles Place MRT) Weekdays: llam-Spm SaJ; llam-3pm www. facebook. com/herglassslipper ws Holiday in Phuket to gel fit and healthy Read about
      74 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 16 Advertisements Column 2
      58 16 WALK IN WIN CASH EVERY WEEK!’ •NO PURCHASE REQUIRED 'NO GIMMICKS *NO STICKY RULES Simply visit any B€ST Denki Retail Outlet and fill in the LUCKY DRAW COUPON to stand a chance! Participants have to be aged 18 years old and above. 18 OCTOBER 2013-30 JANUARY 2014 For more information,
      58 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 16 Advertisements Column 3
      66 16 No BullS You Could Win A 9-day Spanish Wonder Guided Holiday For Two With Trafalgar Worth $8,500 Simply log onto sgtravellers.com and complete an online survey by 20 November 2013. All respondents will qualify* for a lucky draw, from which the winner will be picked. *Terms and conditions apply Organised
      66 words
Page thumbnail Page 17
  • Page 17 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 17 Advertisements Column 1
      25 17 Nanyang Technological University is ranked 41stin the QS World University Rankings 2013. The Nanyang MBA is ranked #1 in Singapore since 2004 by The Economist.
      25 words
Page thumbnail Page 18
  • OPINION
    • Article
      Lock icon Time now for PM Najib to push ahead
      439 18 THE results of the United Malays National Organisation (Umno) elections will reinforce Prime Minister Najib Razak’s position for now. Having his allies in key roles within Malaysia’s largest political party is the best outcome for a nation seeking calm stewardship in the
      439 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Asia has good prospects, but how bright are they?
      1107 18  -  Asian growth is determined by many factors and it will be important to hedge against the limitations and risks in the region By DEVADAS KRISHNADAS stopinion@sph.com.sg The writer is managing director of Future-Moves, a strategic risk consultancy based in Singapore. This
      1,107 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Europe not quite the paradigm of peace
      882 19  -  By HENG YEE KUANG stopinion@sph.com.sg The writer is associate professor of international relations and assistant dean (research) at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. WILL he or won’t he? The guessing game over whether Japanese Prime Minister
      PHOTO: REUTERS  -  882 words
    • Article
      Lock icon The flight of ‘flexible citizens’ from India and China
      914 19  -  By PANKAJ MISHRA The writer is the author of From the Ruins of Empire: The Revolt Against the West and the Remaking of Asia. BLOOMBERG IN THE 1970s, long before the word “globalisation” achieved common currency, the buzzword in India was
      BLOOMBERG  -  914 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Deepen China, S’pore cooperation for a better future
      833 19  -  By ZHANG GAOLI The writer is Vice-Premier of China. This article first appeared in Lianhe Zaobao on Oct 21, 2013. Translated by Ho Cheeng Cheeng. SINGAPORE is a special and important neighbour friendly with China. The two countries are near each other
      833 words
    • FORUM
      • Article
        Lock icon Nursing not suitable as NS stint for women
        215 20  -  Muhammad Hafashah Mohd Aslam I DISAGREE with suggestions for women to be deployed in hospitals or nursing homes under calls for them to do national service (“Consider teaching, nursing stints” by Mr Tan Peng Boon; last Tuesday and ‘Parallel’ form of NS
        215 words
      • Article
        Lock icon FORUM ONLINE
        75 20 1. DR NOEL CHIA: Better understanding needed for maths learning disorder. 2. MR LEE CHIN YONG: Optometrists, ophthalmologists can coexist in eye-care system. 3. MRS CHRISTINE YEE DE SOUZA: NS can reinforce women’s ‘mothering’ instincts. 4. MR KELVIN HOO: The world will not stop to wait for Singapore.
        75 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Education changes must not compromise children’s future
        341 20  -  Marietta Koh (Mrs) I READ with keen interest the proposal to build a prototype full school that does away with the high-stakes Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) (“Time to transform Singapore education”; last Saturday). In the article, Mr Laurence Lien proposes that the
        341 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Team-based model boosts eye-care delivery
        443 20  -  ROLE OF OPTOMETRISTS IN SINGAPORE Thomas Lew Thomas Lew (Associate Professor) Chairman, Medical Board Tan Tock Seng Hospital DR JERRY Tan may not have fully comprehended the set-up of our Stable Eye Condition Clinic (“A step backwards for eye care?”; last Saturday). Many people with
        443 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Front-line soldiers in war against blindness
        348 20  -  Koh Liang Hwee (Dr) President Singapore Optometric Association IN LAST Saturday’s letter (“A step backwards for eye care?”), Dr Jerry Tan said that “First World medical care does not involve optometrists running clinics to treat eye disease” and suggested increasing the number of ophthalmologists
        348 words
      • Article
        Lock icon ON FACEBOOK
        323 20 Should women do a “parallel” form of national service a Basic Medical Training stint, followed by deployment in hospitals, then old folks’ homes, and lastly in childcare or infant-care centres? Don’t mix national defence with gaps in health care/childcare these are two separate issues. And why must females
        323 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Focus on results for people’s well-being
        354 21  -  Toh Cheng Seong LAST Saturday’s article (“Can S’pore be a breakout nation again?”) highlighted three broad ingredients Singapore needs in order to tackle future challenges forward-thinking political leadership, adaptability and innovation. These are actually key practices that continue to inspire the country’s economic trajectory,
        354 words
      • Article
        Lock icon No need to set aside day for giving
        220 21  -  Jeffrey Law Lee Beng WE HAVE many avenues open for us to give, so why designate a special day to do good (“Dec 3, a day set aside to give to the less privileged”; last Thursday)? Singaporeans, by nature, are charitable and
        220 words
      • Article
        Lock icon WRITE IN
        67 21 Letters should be meant for exclusive publication in The Straits Times. They should be no longer than 400 words and must include the writer’s full name, address and phone numbers. The Forum editor reserves the right to edit the letters. For women, please indicate Miss, Ms, Mrs or
        67 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Consumer price index captures food price changes
        251 21  -  Foo-Wu Wen Chee (Mrs) Deputy Director (Consumer Price Index) Department of Statistics WE ASSURE Mr Lawrence Loh Kiah Muan (“Are rising food prices justified?”; last Wednesday) that the consumer price index (CPI) does capture changes in the prices of food items in the
        251 words
  • Page 18 Advertisements
Page thumbnail Page 19
Page thumbnail Page 20
Page thumbnail Page 21
  • Page 21 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 21 Advertisements Column 1
      170 21 THE UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE AUSTRALIA CRICOS provider code *****J Building and Construction Authority BACHELOR OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (Building) i L Gain first advantage through the Bachelor of Construction Management (Building), a degree programme jointly delivered by BCA Academy and The University of Newcastle of Australia. The programme offers you a
      170 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 21 Advertisements Column 2
      535 21 Gain An Unfair Advantage Over Your Competition Who should attend: Senior Middle Management, Supervisors, Team Leaders, Sales Managers Executives, Corporate Communications and Marketing Managers Executives, Financial Advisors, Real Estate Professionals, Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Network Marketers, and those who are interested in effective communication and making a lasting impression at work.
      535 words
  • Page 21 Miscellaneous
    • Miscellaneous
      Lock icon Page 21 Miscellaneous Column 1
      33 21 PUNCHLINES What?! seTTing aside a special day for charity?! the habiT of giving should be an everyday affair yah.. ..you’re right Now stop talking... and give me money for ST ILLUSTRATION ADAM LEE
      33 words
Page thumbnail Page 22
  • Page 22 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 22 Advertisements Column 1
      57 22 Visit the TAG Heuer Flagship Duplex: Wisma Atria Tel: *****357 TAG Heuer Boutique: ION Orchard Tel: *****372, Marina Square Tel: *****983 Luxury Fashion at Resorts World Sentosa Tel: *****008 Customer Service Centre: 391B Orchard Road, #11-08 Ngee Ann City Tower B, Singapore *****4 For your personal copy of the TAG
      57 words
Page thumbnail Page 1
  • HOME
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Boom time for Marina Bay cruise hub
      641 1  -  Surge due to more big ships calling, some vessels moving from SCC By JESSICA LIM CONSUMER CORRESPONDENT limjess@sph.com.sg SINGAPORE’S newest cruise terminal is seeing a boom, with passenger numbers expected to exceed 530,000 this travel season more than double last season’s. This surge
      ST PHOTOS: CHEW SENG KIM  -  641 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Religious fire pit used for barbecues
      548 2  -  Some Toa Payoh residents unsettled by inappropriate use of incense burner By PEARL LEE leepearl@sph.com.sg A FIRE pit in Toa Payoh Lorong 7 meant for Taoists to burn religious offerings such as joss paper has become a makeshift barbecue pit, causing a stir among
      ST PHOTO: PEARL LEE  -  548 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Annual STB awards honour best in tourism industry
      579 2  -  By AMELIA TAN ameltan@sph.com.sg ASSISTANT restaurant manager Mark Alvarez Lim serves up a lot more than just tasty food when diners come into the Port Belly restaurant in Sentosa. Mr Lim, 30, also makes it a point to give his customers a
      PHOTO: SINGAPORE TOURISM BOARD  -  579 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Hospitals’ winning ways with IT
      450 2  -  By RACHEL TAN rmytan@sph.com.sg TWO local hospitals that use new technology to improve health care have been honoured by an international society. Changi General Hospital and Tan Tock Seng Hospital were among seven across Asia marked out for awards yesterday. The winners were chosen by
      450 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Making more efficient solar cells
      556 3  -  NTU team uses perovskite, which could lead to panels up to five times cheaper By GRACE CHUA caiwj@sph.com.sg A NEW type of solar cell material called perovskite has been making waves worldwide for its low cost and high efficiency. Researchers from Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
      PHOTO: NTU  -  556 words
    • HOME PARLIAMENT
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Prices of studio and other flat types not comparable: Khaw
        490 4  -  Studios reasonably priced and value is linked to their locations, he adds By DARYL CHIN darylc@sph.com.sg COMPARING studio apartments to other flat types is akin to equating apples to lemons, said National Development Minister Khaw Boon Wan in Parliament yesterday.
        ST FILE PHOTO  -  490 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Law firms chided for ‘inaccurate picture’ on scope of work
        467 4  -  By ANDREA ONG andreao@sph.com.sg A TOP foreign law firm and the local firm it tied up with have been chided by the Law Ministry for presenting an “inaccurate picture” that could suggest the foreign partner can do litigation work in
        467 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Match-fixing case: 4 held without trial
        358 4  -  By WALTER SIM waltsim@sph.com.sg FOUR of the 14 suspected international match-fixers arrested last month in an islandwide sting are being detained without trial, Minister for Home Affairs Teo Chee Hean confirmed yesterday. In a written reply to parliamentary questions, he explained that the Criminal
        358 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon SMEs want help with rental issues
        355 4  -  By JANICE HENG janiceh@sph.com.sg SINGAPORE’S small and medi-um-sized enterprises (SMEs) have given up petitioning the Government to change its strict stance on foreign labour. Instead, they want help to overcome another challenge: leases and rental costs. This need was set out yesterday in Parliament
        355 words
      • Article
        Lock icon JTC to oversee collection of data on industrial property
        307 4  -  By MOK FEI FEI feimok@sph.com.sg JTC Corporation will take over from the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) as the government agency overseeing the collection and dissemination of data on industrial property. Trade and Industry Minister Lim Hng Kiang said yesterday that a
        307 words
      • THE DEBATE IN 2 MINUTES
        • Article
          Lock icon ON THE AGENDA
          31 4 THE push to require employers to consider Singaporeans fairly before hiring foreigners got an airing yesterday, as did ways to combat online piracy and NS deferment for athletes.
          31 words
        • Article
          Lock icon More than adverts
          57 4 THE official scrutiny on whether bosses consider Singaporeans fairly will not stop at how they advertise and hire for positions, but also cover aspects like complaints about other human resource practices such as promotions, and how fast their share of Singaporean professionals, managers and executives changes over
          57 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Blocking content-sharing sites
          58 4 AFTER years of urging Singaporeans to respect copyright, the Government may block some websites where they download pirated movies and music. Senior Minister of State for Law Indranee Rajah says this has worked elsewhere, but it will consult widely first. Still, that is no silver bullet, so
          58 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Top swimmer gets NS deferment
          39 4 SINGAPORE’S exceptional swimmer is now granted deferment from full-time National Service to train for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. Joseph Schooling’s track record and potential were considered, said Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen.
          39 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Pay up or go to jail
          45 4 EMPLOYERS who are tardy with their workers’ Central Provident Fund payments could go to jail, under proposed changes to the law introduced yesterday. These bosses, as well as those who do not pay salaries, will face stiffer fines too.
          45 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Studio apartment prices
          46 4 ARE studio apartments becoming too expensive an option for the elderly, asked Workers’ Party chief Low Thia Khiang. No, they are reasonably priced, said National Development Minister Khaw Boon Wan, and one should not compare them to other flat types in different locations.
          46 words
        • Article
          Lock icon SMEs’ new plea
          48 4 SMALL and medium-sized enterprises here want help not to ease limits on foreign labour, but with leases and rental costs, said Nominated MP Teo Siong Seng in an adjournment motion. He also lobbied for a single agency which SMEs can approach to solve their problems.
          48 words
        • Article
          Lock icon New US tax laws not a worry
          55 4  -  GOH CHIN LIAN SINGAPORE’S competitiveness as a financial hub will not be compromised by the higher cost of compliance for financial institutions due to new tax legislation from the United States, said Senior Minister of State for Finance Josephine Teo, pointing to an
          55 words
      • Article
        Lock icon More firms claim tax rebates for productivity
        258 5  -  CHIA YAN MIN MORE micro-enterprises are taking up a tax rebate scheme aimed at spurring firms to boost productivity. Among companies with revenues of less than $1 million a year, about a quarter claimed benefits under the Productivity and Innovation Credit (PIC) last
        258 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Compliance costs for financial bodies to rise
        464 5  -  But Singapore’s competitiveness ‘should not be affected’ By CHIA YAN MIN chiaym@sph.com.sg THE cost of compliance for financial institutions is set to go up due to new tax legislation coming out of the US, but this should not affect Singapore’s competitiveness as a
        464 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Many elderly people affected by shutdown of Teletext, says WP chief
        420 5  -  TESSA WONG WORKERS’ Party chief Low Thia Khiang took aim at the Government for allowing Teletext to end, saying it affected many elderly citizens who depended on the 30-year-old analogue information service. He asked Communications and Information Minister Yaacob
        ST PHOTO: DESMOND WEE  -  420 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Jobs bank: Only S’poreans can apply
        303 5  -  By TOH YONG CHUAN MANPOWER CORRESPONDENT tohyc@sph.com.sg WHEN the national jobs bank is set up next August, only Singaporeans will be able to apply directly on the site itself. But all job seekers, including foreigners, will be able to see the jobs available, said
        303 words
      • PARLIAMENT SHORTS
        • Article
          Lock icon Penalties for rigged fuel gauge
          159 5 DRIVERS leaving Singapore in a vehicle with a rigged fuel gauge could soon face penalties under the Road Traffic Act. The offence will bear a maximum fine of $5,000 or a jail term of three months, in the proposed amendment tabled yesterday. If charged, a
          159 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Data sought in criminal probes
          149 5 BETWEEN 2010 and 2012, Singapore law enforcement agencies made about 600 requests for information a year from Google, Facebook and Microsoft. In a written reply to Mr Pritam Singh (Aljunied GRC), Deputy Prime Minister and Home Affairs Minister Teo Chee Hean said the requests to
          149 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Pupil-teacher ratio improves
          129 5 THE pupil-teacher ratio has improved over the last decade to a level comparable to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) average, said Education Minister Heng Swee Keat yesterday. In written replies to Nominated MP Janice Koh and Mr Christopher de Souza (Holland-Bukit Timah GRC), he
          129 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Fair play needed all round to work
        701 5  -  FROM THE GALLERY By LEONARD LIM limze@sph.com.sg THE challenges of governing in an era when Singaporeans have become more vocal surfaced in Parliament yesterday, when Mr Tan Chuan-Jin addressed MPs’ questions on a new framework to give fair consideration to the interests of
        701 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Victim gets online help in alleged hit-and-run
      255 6  -  MARYAM MOKHTAR A DRIVER is helping police with investigations after the victim of an alleged hit-and-run accident issued an online plea to find the culprit. The victim and her pillion passenger were injured after being thrown off her motorcycle when it was hit
      PHOTOS: STOMP  -  255 words
    • Article
      Lock icon SI A, Tata register joint venture airline
      368 6  -  By KARAMJIT KAUR AVIATION CORRESPONDENT karam@sph.com.sg SINGAPORE Airlines and Indian conglomerate Tata have set up a new entity Tata SIA Airlines Limited as work progresses to launch a new joint venture carrier. India’s Corporate Affairs Ministry said on its website that it has
      368 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Couple sue developer over condo floor area
      546 6  -  They say they’re misled into buying EC of smaller size, file suit over $1m By SELINA LUM selinal@sph.com.sg A COUPLE has sued a developer claiming they had been misled into buying an executive condominium (EC) with a floor area of 167 sq m
      546 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Pimp’s lookout jailed for 5 months
      273 6  -  By KHUSHWANT SINGH khush@sph.com.sg FINANCIAL hardship is no excuse to commit crime, District Judge Eddy Tham said yesterday as he jailed a pimp’s lookout for five months and fined him $30,000. Ricky Foo Kee Kiong, 31 who was “trapped in poverty”, his lawyer claimed
      273 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Detained Mindef employee dies
      208 6  -  By MARYAM MOKHTAR maryamm@sph.com.sg A MINISTRY of Defence (Mindef) defence executive assistant who was being detained at the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) detention barracks suffered a cardiac arrest while taking a shower on Friday. He died last night. In a statement, Mindef said 54-year-old Sivaperumal Tanggayelu,
      208 words
  • Page 1 Advertisements
Page thumbnail Page 2
  • Page 2 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 2 Advertisements Column 1
      121 2 TrichoKare f e rsaf^ European Herbal Hair Remedy V ''t&i I regained fuller looking hair' with treatments validated by Trichologisti V-C. Before A Andi. R. Pammosurang A satisfied TK TrichoKare custorr At 36, Andi already began to notice hair problems like thinning and dandruff. Fortunately, his wife recommended him toTKTrichoKare.
      121 words
Page thumbnail Page 3
  • Page 3 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 3 Advertisements Column 1
      26 3 READ ALL ABOUT IT IN DL TOMORROW WHAT’S Adam Gyorgy’s Apple iPhone 5 BMW driver allegedly leaves scene after crash Woman biker dragged for several metres
      26 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 3 Advertisements Column 2
      404 3 COSMOPROF ACADEMY vou ARE MEW THE K NEW FACILITIES LEARN CREATE 1 MAKEUP ARTISTRY COURSES FASHION• BEAUTY• STARE* SPECIAL EFEECT^ piplnma in Diploma in Pholoflraphlo, Bridal, Fashion Makeup Hairstyling TiBWAiithitiEiTre^ call *****325 'i m i i mi < 11 PoMo #B1-15,1 Selegie Road, Singapore *****6 (Next to SOTA) W: cosmoprof.com.sg
      404 words
Page thumbnail Page 4
Page thumbnail Page 5
Page thumbnail Page 6
  • Page 6 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 1
      360 6 0 m Oriental Hair Solutions Are you experiencing the following hair/scalp problems? A Oily Scalp Sensitive and Itchy Scalp Dandruff Premature Hair Loss Male-Pattern Hair Loss Female-Pattern Hair Loss Post-Natal Hair Loss Grey Hair Fungal Infections 1 Session Herbal Scalp Therapy 1 Session Herbal Regrowth A or Hair Darkening Therapy
      360 words
Page thumbnail Page 7
  • MONEY
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon 3 penny stocks rebound after curbs lifted
      607 7  -  Even after 80% to 93% rise, all 3 still well below their recent highs By ANITA GABRIEL SENIOR CORRESPONDENT anitag@sph.com.sg FREED from two-week-long trading curbs imposed by the Singapore Exchange (SGX), shares of three badly battered stocks jumped sharply yesterday. The share prices
      ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG; Source: BLOOMBERG; ST GRAPHICS  -  607 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Sembawang EC project three times subscribed
      400 8  -  1,604 applications for 506 units available at SkyPark Residences By MELISSA TAN melissat@sph.com.sg SKYPARK Residences in Sembawang is likely to be one of Singapore’s most popular executive condominium (EC) projects this year. The 506-unit project ended its application period on Sunday with 1,604 applications
      PHOTO: JBE HOLDINGS AND KEONG HONG HOLDINGS  -  400 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Pacific Star to launch condo at Iskandar soon
      347 8  -  By YASMINE YAHYA yasminey@sph.com.sg SINGAPORE-BASED Pacific Star is the latest developer to gear up for the investment hot spot Iskandar. The firm said it will be launching the first phase of its luxury condominium project there in the next two months. Known
      PHOTO: PACIFIC STAR  -  347 words
    • Article
      Lock icon 2 clusters of commercial property go on sale
      320 8  -  MELISSA TAN TWO clusters of commercial property went on sale yesterday. The first was a group of five freehold shophouses on Upper Bukit Timah Road. The investment holding firm owner is seeking between $26 million and $27.5 million for the lot. The
      320 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Blackstone office ‘a sign of opportunities in Asia’
      614 10  -  World’s largest alternative asset manager ‘honoured by S’pore stamp of approval’ By YASMINE YAHYA yasminey@sph.com.sg THE opening of asset manager Blackstone’s office here highlights the growing opportunities in Asia in a difficult global environment, Deputy Prime Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam said yesterday. The
      ST PHOTO: DESMOND FOO  -  614 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Trio bag audit giant’s entrepreneur award
      250 10  -  By RACHEL SCULLY rjscully@sph.com.sg THREE entrepreneurs, leaders in their respective fields, have emerged as sectoral winners of the 12th Ernst Young (EY) Entrepreneur of the Year award. In a statement issued yesterday, integrated logistics solutions provider CWT’s group chief executive Loi Pok Yen was
      250 words
    • MONEY COMPANIES
      • Article
        Lock icon Frasers Centrepoint Trust’s total payout hits record high
        346 12 FRASERS Centrepoint Trust (FCT), which owns five suburban malls in Singapore, has achieved a 10 per cent rise in fourth-quar-ter distribution per unit to 2.98 cents. This brings the total payout for the year ended Sept 30 to a record 10.93 cents
        346 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Versace sticks to European heritage in Asia
        428 12  -  By CHIA YAN MIN chiaym@sph.com.sg TOP Italian fashion house Versace is vowing to stick to its European heritage despite rapid expansion in Asia with the region’s growing taste for luxury. The brand has no plans to develop products tailor-made for the Asian market,
        PHOTO: VERSACE GROUP  -  428 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon ValueMax set to be first pawnbroker on SGX mainboard
        504 12  -  It is issuing 138 million new shares at 51 cents apiece to raise $66.3 million By RACHEL SCULLY rjscully@sph.com.sg VALUEMAX is set to become the first pawnshop chain here to be listed on the Singapore Exchange’s mainboard, after launching an initial
        504 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Chesterton back in S’pore property scene
        275 12  -  MELISSA TAN BRITISH real estate consulting firm Chesterton Global is back in Singapore after selling its stake in a local consultancy earlier this year. It has made a “fairly significant” investment in a new local property consultancy named Chesterton Singapore, Chesterton Global group chief
        275 words
    • MARKETS MONEY
      • Article
        Lock icon ST Index up slightly with Wall Street rally
        448 13  -  Regional bourses also edge upwards as Washington staves off debt crisis BULLS AND BEARS By ANITA GABRIEL SENIOR CORRESPONDENT anitag@sph.com.sg SHARES on the local bourse notched up its fifth straight day of gains, buoyed by a strong showing on Wall Street on
        448 words
      • MARKET SUMMARY
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon Straits Times Index
          18 13 STI trading volume 279.61 million shares STI up down Gainers: 17 Losers: 8 Unchanged: 5
          18 words
        • Article
          Lock icon FTSE ST Indexes
          85 13 Points Change Mid Cap Small Cap Fledgling Catalist China China Top Maritime 742.82 541.86 864.19 1,083.38 234.12 206.27 281.74 6.21 4.7 7.6 25.06 0.06 0.46 2.15 Points Change Basic materials Consumer goods Consumer serv Financials Health care Industrials Oil and Gas 187.79 474.58 835.24 817.39 1,224.01 771.52
          85 words
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon FTSE ST all-share index
          21 13 Stock trading volume 4.17 billion shares worth $1.17 billion Up down Gainers: 295 Losers: 123 Unchanged: 381
          21 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Overseas markets
          56 13 Yesterday’s close Index Change 98.05 132.03 0.61 35.457 23,438.15 14,693.57 2,053.01 2,229.238 1,101.594 1,802.61 Hang Seng Nikkei 225 Seoul Kospi Shanghai Comp Shenzhen Comp Bursa KLCI 27.468 3.02 Yesterday’s close Index Change Jakarta Comp SET Thailand Sydney ASX 200 Last Friday’s close Dow Nasdaq 4,578.178 1,448.54 5,351.771 15,399.65
          56 words
      • COMPANY BRIEFS
        • Article
          Lock icon Singapore Exchange
          51 13 THE Singapore Exchange (SGX) has teamed up with the Shanghai Futures Exchange to develop a commodity derivatives market in China and Singapore. They signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) last Saturday, which will see both exchanges cooperating in the development of derivatives for energy, metals, chemicals and commodity
          51 words
        • Article
          Lock icon T T J Holdings
          60 13 STRUCTURAL steel specialist T T J Holdings yesterday announced it had secured $41 million worth of new contracts. This brings the group’s order book to $151 million. T T J said it had secured a contract to supply and install steel structure works to GuocoLand’s Tanjong
          60 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Hutchison Port Holdings Trust
          127 13 HUTCHISON Port Holdings Trust (HPHT) yesterday posted an 8.4 per cent dip in net profit to HK$539.2 million (S$86.2 million) for the third quarter. Revenue for the three months to Sept 30 was up 1 per cent to HK$3.36 billion from the same period a year
          127 words
      • SINGAPORE STOCKS
        • Article
          Lock icon Top Actives
          24 13 By Volume CENTS Vol CENTS Vol 4.8 533.314.000 306.001.000 293.075.000 259.866.000 210.143.000 177.922.000 0.2 0.1 5.6 Rowsley W*****3 .............13.5 56,068,000 4.5 24
          24 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Top Movers (Stocks)
          143 13 For a full list of SGX stocks, warrants and bonds, visit btstocks.asiaone.com TRANSACTION DATE: OCT 21, 2013 Top Rises Oct 21 CENTS DBXT SPASX200 10US$ 4139 780.7 17.9 DBXT S&P500 10US$ 2868 144.0 4.2 DBXT MSEurope 10US$ 5756 38.5 0.5 DBXT FTVietnam 10US$ 2419 37.2 1.3 DBXT
          143 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Straits Times Index Stocks
          59 13 52-WEEK CURRENCY LAST 'VOL DAY GROSS NET M CAP HIGH LOW COMPANY TRADED SALE +OR-'000 HIGH LOW YIELD P/E $MIL COMPANY CURRENCY LAST TRADED SALE +0R'VOL '000 DAY GROSS HIGH LOW YIELD NET P/E M CAP SMIL 226 152.5 CapMallsAsia 199 1 3048 199.5 197.5 1.6
          59 words
        • Article
          Lock icon FTSE ST Mid-Cap Index Stocks
          81 13 52-WEEK CURRENCY LAST 'VOL DAY GROSS NET M CAP HIGH LOW COMPANY TRADED SALE +OR-'000 HIGH LOW YIELD P/E $MIL COMPANY C0RRENCY LAST TRADED SALE +0R'VOL '000 DAY GROSS HIGH LOW YIELD NET P/E M CAP SMIL 197.5 126.4 ARA 171.5 +2.5 75 171.5 169
          81 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Sibor
          23 13 (US$) (S$) (US$) (S$) 1 mth 0.***** 0.***** 12 mths 0.***** 0.***** SWAP Offer rates (S$) 3 mths 0.***** Source: Thomson Reuters
          23 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Interbank Currency Rates
          59 13 Oct 21 Against S$ Against US$ Currencies Bid Offer Bid Offer S$/US$ to one unit of foreign currency: Against US$ Bid Offer S$/US$ to one unit of foreign currency: S$/US$ to 100 units of foreign currency: 1.1994 1.2001 0.9663 0.9668 ***** 1.2058 0.9714 0.9709 1.6970 1.6974 1.3672
          59 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Top Movers (Warrants)
          208 13 Top Rises Oct 21 CENTS Dragon Gp W*****9 0.4 300.0 0.3 LionGold W*****7 3 200.0 2.0 FalconEne W*****1 0.2 100.0 0.1 ChasenHldg W*****6 5.4 54.3 1.9 Metech Int W*****7 1.1 37.5 0.3 NobleGrpMBeCW*****2 2.8 27.3 0.6 WE Hldgs W*****7 1.5 25.0 0.3 0.4 Wilmar MBeCW*****1 10.3 18.4
          208 words
        • Article
          Lock icon Bonds
          22 13 Vol Company Last Sale +or-('000) +orVol CDDO) CapMallA2.15%*****1 101.5 CapMallA3.8%b*****2 102.8 +0.1 10 CityDev NCCPS DBS Bk 4.7% NCPS 100 *****
          22 words
        • Article
          Lock icon ETF
          384 13 52-Wk Last Vol High Low Company Sale +/-(’000) Company Last 114.4 99.2 CIMB APAC Div 100US$ US104.4 1510 1192 CIMBASEAN40 100S$D 1340 0 1217 706 CIMBAsean40 100US$ US1081 ***** ***** DBXT AUD Bonds 5AU$ A***** 126 107.1 ABF SG Bond ETF 925 641 DBXT CSI300 10US$ US758 +15 85
          384 words
  • Page 7 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 1
      93 7 Sembawang EC project 3 times subscribed B10 DPM on Asia’s growing opportunities B8 Find it fas ter D05 Pasir Panjang/ West Coast/ dementi Town D01 Raffles PI/ Marina/ Chinatown D06 High Street/ North Bridge Rd D02 Anson/ Tg Pagar D07 Rochor/ Bugis/ Beach Rd DOB Queenstown/ Tiong Bahru DOB Little
      93 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 2
      212 7 B7 FOR SMBs IN THE F&B INDUSTRY GROW YOUR BUSINESS MAKE IT MORE PRODUCTIVE! Find out how you can do it with a Self-service Concept and through Outsourcing of Food Preparation. Self-service Outsourcing of Concept Food Preparation Get up to 70% funding support on qualifying costs!* I'f Nrib Ml am
      212 words
Page thumbnail Page 8
  • Page 8 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 8 Advertisements Column 1
      213 8 7" IMb '4 WMf/FT V- 1 V- V:*v. > A V<V fT. v A’*.- /i Win Exclusive Invites! R f V’ r r Ss? m SINGAPOR i. mm 'v I 9/3 ■4% 1 M S' I A 11 9 i i t I j M I Mj p'& ,m to:
      213 words
Page thumbnail Page 9
  • Page 9 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 1
      546 9 LONDON CITY ISLAND ILDN- E14| tyBallymore" LONDON A NEW SLAND FOR >INJ|| i i 3L j jtr =w± I [i s 1 ii it "1'* I* Hi I <1 :es y;: ■|r| Vf f 'MwL.-,v-i. Li* I’M 1ill 11 S I "l lit ill I III ’ll ft 'I It
      546 words
Page thumbnail Page 10
  • Page 10 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 1
      203 10 CONVENIENCE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Browse Buy, Post Sell Anytime, Anywhere with STCIassifieds mobile apps Snap, Post and Upload your ads for FREE iU' sS e^ eCO"* o^'° 5 o^ e B** 4 isK"S fas»° STCLASSIFIEDS Back Mobile Phones... Search Ads sorted by recency Samsung Tab 2 8GB 3G White Published:
      203 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 2
      211 10 Often, we overlook the pitfalls of investing and we lose our investment capital. At times, we wonder how we can stretch our dollars and invest to grow our nest eggs. This book analyses the different financial instruments available, such as savings, insurance, stocks and property investments to give us a
      211 words
Page thumbnail Page 11
  • Page 11 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 11 Advertisements Column 1
      25 11 MALAYSIA SINGAPORE Pawnshops and Pre-owned Jewellery Retail Outlets Operated by Our Group Pawnshops and Pre-owned Jewellery Retail Outlets Operated by Our Associated and Investee Companies
      25 words
Page thumbnail Page 12
  • Page 12 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 1
      123 12 WHEN IT COMES TO GREAT PERFORMANCES, BIGGER ISJtEJTER. M* lH HOW new fXi. a\GOtp The Original SWISSOATS Alll for HIM All Natural Dietary Supplement 60 Caplets Now in an all new bigger pack and a winning patented formula to match, SWISSOATS At 11 is better than ever. Formulated to release
      123 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 2
      212 12 72 BUKIT TINGGI RD (off Swiss Club Rd) Rare Educational Campus for 26 Years Lease with Potential Renewal Option 1+1 Year S'pore Korean Int’l Sch Hollandse •Sch a The British SUBJECT PROPERTY BKE 1 Site Area 12,097.5 sq m 1 GFA 8,729.97 sq m over 7 blocks 1 Approved for
      212 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 3
      61 12 READ ALL ABOUT IT IN DL TOMORROW THE RECLINER Get the right viewing angle with this HP new all-in-one PC An (offshore) land of opportunity Singatac Engineering brings in yearly revenues of $40 million, is now the only Singaporean SME to own a waterfront yard in Bintan, has 120 men
      61 words
Page thumbnail Page 13
  • Page 13 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 13 Advertisements Column 1
      148 13 Be The First To Know r r r LianheWanbao Shin Min Daily News .Soccer flms mu The Straits Times ..World News The Business The i Times Straits Times NCWS Singapore News ILianhe ..Zaobao News The New Paper .Soccer lews SUBSCRIBE NOW FOR SPECIAL PRIVILEGES!' MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION RATE FROM ONLY $4.28'
      148 words
Page thumbnail Page 14
  • Page 14 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 1
      49 14 "In memoriam" is for the loved ones whom you remember... When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Author Unknown Honour the memories of loved ones who have passed on with an In Memoriam advertisement. Call 1800 289 9988 to find out more. WATS CLASSIFIED
      49 words
  • Obituary
    Lock icon Untitled
    1349 14 OBITUARIES "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." Psalm 73:26 Loving Sister, Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, Mk Mr 'V»* v J r 'i i vr. m I SF > 1 I i:-i A Madam Ngan Ah
    1,349 words
Page thumbnail Page 15
  • Page 15 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 15 Advertisements Column 1
      105 15 Acceptance of Obituaries Saturdays, Sundays Public Holidays 12.30pm to 9.45pm Only death announcements can be accepted after office hours." To help us process your announcement quickly, please bring along the following: Original Death Certificate Identity Card of person placing the announcement Details to be included in the announcement, including list
      105 words
Page thumbnail Page 16
  • Page 16 Miscellaneous
    • Miscellaneous
      Lock icon Page 16 Miscellaneous Column 1
      191 16 NEXT 48 HOURS Today Football AFC Cup s-finals, 2nd leg: East Bengal v Kuwait SC (6.25pm), Al Faisaly v Al Qadsia (11.55pm) Live, mio TV Ch115 StarHub Ch209. Uefa Champions League, Group E: Schalke v Chelsea (Live, mio TV Ch112). Gp F: Arsenal v Dortmund (Live, mio TV Ch111). Gp
      191 words
Page thumbnail Page 17
  • Page 17 Advertisements
  • Page 17 Miscellaneous
    • Miscellaneous
      Lock icon Page 17 Miscellaneous Column 1
      141 17 LOTTERY Draw No. 2894/2013 Mon, 21 Oct 2013 Results of Draw Winning No. Add. No. 02 07 11 19 42 45 I 03 Group 1 Prize $686,500 Next Draw No. 2895/2013 Thu, 24 Oct 2013 Group 1 Prize $600,000.. Draw Venue: Singapore Pools (Private) Limited 210 Middle Road, #01-01 Singapore
      141 words
Page thumbnail Page 18
  • SPORT
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Portugal take on Sweden while France face Ukraine in play-offs
      411 18 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE ZURICH Portugal will face Sweden in the most eye-catching of the Euro play-offs to qualify for next year’s World Cup. The tie means that the biggest footballing competition in the world will be without the talents of Cristiano
      AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; PHOTO: AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  411 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon FANDI STILL ‘CONSIDERING’
      626 18  -  About 20 coaches have applied to succeed Sundram to lead LionsXII By WANG MENG MENG meng@sph.com.sg HE IS the fans’ favourite to be the next LionsXII coach, but with the deadline for applications just four days away, Fandi Ahmad has yet to submit his for the job.
      ST PHOTO: SEAH KWANG PENG  -  626 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Champs Tampines already looking ahead to improve in Cup competitions
      610 18  -  By FABIUS CHEN fabiusc@sph.com.sg HIS side had just completed a hat-trick of S-League titles but Tampines Rovers chairman Teo Hock Seng was hardly overjoyed at their domestic dominance. “We wanted more this year,” the 67-year-old said mat-ter-of-factly on Sunday night,
      610 words
    • Article
      Lock icon FEDERER OWNS UP TO ERRORS IN SUB-PAR YEAR
      383 15 He played matches he should not have, but he’s not quitting just yet AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE BASEL (Switzerland) Roger Federer admitted on Sunday that he had made serious errors in his planning which have contributed to a disastrous 2013 campaign but insisted that
      AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  383 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Roger must take last stand alone
      848 15  -  SPORTING LIFE By ROHIT BRIJNATH rohitb@sph.com.sg LIKE a child seeking reassurance, the tennis player constantly looks to his entourage. He looks when a break up and when a break down. He looks for advice, comfort, stimulation. He is a grown man, a muscular man,
      PHOTO: REUTERS  -  848 words
    • Article
      Lock icon Rory & Wozzy end a fine week together
      244 15 Rory Wozzy end a fine week together ASSOCIATED PRESS CHEONAN (South Korea) Rory McIlroy has given a strong hint that he and Caroline Wozniacki are still very much an item, despite last week’s reports of a break-up. The Northern Irish golfer referring to tennis player Wozniacki as “my girl” in
      ASSOCIATED PRESS  -  244 words
    • Article
      Lock icon S’pore upset England, India in indoor cricket
      294 16  -  By V.K. SANTOSH KUMAR santosh@sph.com.sg SINGAPORE caused a huge upset on the opening day of the Indoor Cricket Masters World Series in Johannesburg, South Africa when their men’s 35-and-over team beat fancied England by 11 runs. The Republic, who are featuring in the
      294 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon HIGH-FLYING GUNNERS IN TOUGH TEST
      488 16 Good results in back-to-back ties against Dortmund will be massive lift REUTERS LONDON Arsenal are turning the toughest-looking Champions League group into a walk in the park and they would take a huge stride towards their customary place in the last 16 with victory over
      REUTERS; PHOTO: AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  488 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Evra fires back at critics in new row
      598 16 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE PARIS Controversial France and Manchester United defender Patrice Evra delivered a vicious tirade at several pundits, among them France’s 1998 World Cup winner Bixente Lizarazu, on Sunday after they criticised him over a half-time talk he gave his team-mates. Evra
      AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; PHOTO: AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  598 words
    • Article
      Lock icon SCORES
      324 16 Badminton Denmark Open In Odense, finals Men’s singles: Chen Long (Chn) bt Lee Chong Wei (Mas) 24-22 21-19. Women’s doubles: Bao Yixin/Tang Jinhua (Chn) bt Christinna Pedersen/Kamilla Rytter Juhl (Den) 21-16 21-13. Mixed doubles: Zhang Nan/Zhao Yunlei (Chn) bt Tontowi Ahmad/Liliyana Natsir (Ina) 21-11 22-20. Swiss International In Yverdon-les-Bains,
      324 words
    • SPORTS WORLD
      • Article
        Lock icon Light up your Saturday night
        52 16 REGISTRATION for the inaugural Illumi Run on Dec 7, a 5km non-competitive race, begins today. Participants will be splashed with water-based, non-toxic neon paint in the party-themed run, which will be held at the F1 Village starting at 8pm. For more information, go to www.illumirun.com
        52 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Ex-stars head for Indian league
        59 16 AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE MUMBAI Former football stars Thierry Henry, Robert Pires, Hernan Crespo, Fredrik Ljungberg, Dwight Yorke and Louis Saha are set to play in the Indian Super League, which will be held across India between January and March next year. Organised by the All India
        AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  59 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Chen overcomes birthday boy Lee
        48 16 XINHUA COPENHAGEN Chinese badminton player Chen Long, 24, denied Lee Chong Wei a perfect birthday gift by winning the men’s singles title at the Denmark Open in Odense on Sunday. He beat the world No. 1 Malaysian, who turned 31 yesterday, 24-22, 21-19.
        XINHUA  -  48 words
      • Article
        Lock icon S’pore cricketers beat Malaysia
        73 16 SINGAPORE beat Malaysia by 10 runs in Kuala Lumpur to lift the Joe Grimberg Trophy, an annual cricket event featuring the former national players of the two countries and named after the patron of the Singapore Cricket Association. Brief scores: Singapore 84-4 in 19 overs (M.
        73 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon TOWNSEND’S STAR SOARS FURTHER
      617 17 Staying grounded tough after he caps amazing 10 days with first Spurs goal AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE LONDON Andros Townsend is fighting to keep his feet on the ground after completing a memorable 10 days by inspiring Tottenham Hotspur to a 2-0 victory at Aston Villa. In the
      AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE; PHOTO: REUTERS  -  617 words
    • Article
      Lock icon STANDINGS
      194 17 P W D L F A Pts 1 Arsenal 8 6 1 1 18 9 19 2 Chelsea 8 5 2 1 14 5 17 3 Liverpool 8 5 2 1 13 7 17 4 Man City 8 5 1 2 20 9 16 5 Tottenham 8 5 1
      194 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon New team talk: Lying that Man United won
      405 17 THE TIMES, LONDON LONDON The doubts grow and unease festers but Manchester United supporters will perhaps be most aggrieved to learn that their results have to be lied about for their rivals to be motivated. When Manchester City strode out at Upton
      THE TIMES, LONDON; PHOTO: REUTERS  -  405 words
    • Article
      Lock icon FA inquiry into smoke-bomb incident in Villa Park
      179 17 THE TIMES, LONDON LONDON The Football Association has launched an investigation after assistant referee Dave Bryan was struck by a smoke bomb thrown from the stand holding the visiting fans at Villa Park on Sunday. West Midlands Police arrested two men aged
      THE TIMES, LONDON  -  179 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon 1-0 lead no longer means Red Devils win
      500 17  -  EYE ON EPL By ALEKSANDAR DURIC stsports@sph.com.sg IT WAS not too long ago last season, in fact that taking a 1-0 lead almost inevitably meant a victory for Manchester United. Not any more. If Saturday’s 1-1 draw against Southampton was anything to
      500 words
  • Page 18 Advertisements
Page thumbnail Page 1
  • Page 1 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 1 Advertisements Column 1
      189 1 Voices of Singapore Stories about the underbelly at Writers Festival C2 Dim Sum Dollies come back The late Emma Yong is replaced by Denise Tan C7 Culture Vulture Why Man Booker Prize trumps Nobel Prize C8 Media mogul Oprah Winfrey’s supporting role in The Butler has generated talk of an
      189 words
Page thumbnail Page 2
  • Life!
    • LIFE! Arts
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Unspoken tales for festival
        820 2  -  Writers interviewed people on fringes of society to tell stories in Passages project Singapore Writers’ Festival Akshita Nanda akshitan@sph.com.sg For three years, Singaporean writers met senior citizens, low-income families and former prisoners and wrote stories inspired by these conversations for the annual Singapore Writers Festival. The
        PHOTOS: SINGAPORE WRITERS FESTIVAL, ST FILE, YONG SHU HOONG  -  820 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Grayling may visit Haw Par Villa
        597 2  -  Akshita Nanda British philosopher Anthony Clifford “A.C.” Grayling (right) does not believe in religion, but on his first visit here, he may well head off to scrutinise dioramas of the Chinese version of hell. “I have not visited Singapore before, but my wife lived
        597 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Tartt opens up for The Goldfinch
        768 2 New York Times New York Donna Tartt’s novels, all three of them, come out only every decade or so. The 49-year-old is making a rare emergence from her writerly cocoon for the publication today of The Goldfinch, perhaps the most anticipated book of the
        New York Times; PHOTO: AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  768 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Putting Singapore on the world map
        2383 3  -  The Singapore Experience Awards 2013 lauds individuals’ and organisations’ efforts to develop the tourism industry here by hazel tan by douglas chew BREAKTHROUGHCONTRIBUTIONTOTOURISM SINCE its opening in June last year, Gardens by the Bay has added to the kaleidoscope of leisure offerings in Singapore
        PHOTO: GARDENS BY THE BAY  -  2,383 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Solo showstoppers
        2032 6  -  Amid the Singapore biennale opening, individual gallery shows put local artists in the spotlight Deepika Shetty Arts Correspondent deepikas@sph.com.sg South-east Asia is in the spotlight at the Singapore Biennale that opens this week, but local artists are getting their space too in gallery shows. In his first solo
        PHOTOS: DESMOND LUI FOR THE STRAITS TIMES, GALERIE MICHAEL JANSSEN SINGAPORE; PHOTOS: DIOS VINCOY JR FOR THE STRAITS TIMES, CHAN HAMPE GALLERIES; PHOTOS: GALERIE BELVEDERE  -  2,032 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Blum shares profit for horror success
        592 6 New York Times Los Angeles At first glance, there is nothing particularly special about Jason Blum (right). He makes low-cost horror films that sell a lot of tickets. Producers have been getting rich from that formula for decades: rinse (the fake blood) and repeat.
        New York Times  -  592 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Dollies back with new member
        813 7  -  Denise Tan takes the place of Emma Yong in the group which had taken a break last year Corrie Tan corriet@sph.com.sg The Dim Sum Dollies are bouncing back from tragedy with a return to the stage and a new member. Actress and DJ Denise Tan,
        PHOTOS: DREAM ACADEMY  -  813 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Creating ripples with poem and music
        587 7  -  Lisabel Ting Listen to the pulse of poetry and the metre of music intertwine this Sunday at Bhaskar’s Arts Academy’s Rasa Dhwani Poetry In Union at the Esplanade Theatre Studio. Artistic director of the Academy Santha Bhaskar says: “Poetry is very much like music.
        ST PHOTO: CAROLINE CHIA  -  587 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Authors accept censorship to sell books in China
        637 7 Beijing Chinese readers of Ezra F. Vogel’s sprawling biography of China’s reformist leader Deng Xiaoping may miss a few details that appeared in the original English edition. The Chinese version does not mention that Chinese newspapers had been ordered to ignore the
        637 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Go ahead QUOTE ME
        122 8 ‘I think I started this whole category of lifestyle’ Domestic doyenne Martha Stewart (right), while discussing actress Gwyneth Paltrow’s (left) lifestyle business ambitions ‘I decided to play designer and configure up four dresses in one. When you see the reveal, it’s one dress, by the time
        122 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Why Man Booker beats Nobel Prize
        1009 8  -  The Nobel Prize may be richer in monetary award, but the Man Booker winner sells more Culture Vulture Akshita Nanda akshitan@sph.com.sg Booksellers are often the real winners when literary awards are given out, as recognition often fuels reader demand for the books. The Nobel
        1,009 words
      • BACKSTAGE PASS
        • Article, Illustration
          Lock icon CONTEMPORARY ART OF CENTRAL ASIA
          158 8 Lost To The Future: Contemporary Art From Central Asia explores the art of three Central Asian countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan. Presented by the Institute Of Contemporary Arts Singapore in partnership with the Singapore Art Museum, the exhibition will feature 15 artists using the mediums
          PHOTO: ALMAGUL MENLIBAYEVA  -  158 words
        • Article
          Lock icon SEA ARTS FESTIVAL IN LONDON
          98 8 London’s first South-East Asian arts festival, SEA ArtsFest, is taking place from now till Nov 10. It will include a visual arts exhibition featuring Singaporean artists Jane Lee and Teng Nee Cheong as well as a screening and talk with award-winning director Anthony Chen. In
          98 words
        • Article
          Lock icon VIOLINIST’S APPOINTMENT
          133 8 Violinist Siow Lee-Chin, 47, has been appointed to the position of Professor of Violin at the Soochow University School of Music, which has just opened its doors in the China-Singapore Suzhou Industrial Park. This marks her return to Asia after living and working in America for more than
          133 words
        • Article
          Lock icon SSO PRESIDENT’S YOUNG PERFORMERS AUDITION
          94 8 The Singapore Symphony Orchestra is calling for applications for the President’s Young Performers Concert 2014, held in July or August next year. Auditions will be held for those shortlisted in string, woodwind, brass, percussion and conducting. Successful candidates will perform as a soloist in a
          94 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Orators and their great gestures
        515 8  -  Germaine Cheng Review Dance IT’S GOING TO GET WORSE AND WORSE AND WORSE, MY FRIEND Lisbeth Gruwez/Voetvolk Esplanade Theatre Studio/Sunday It’s Going To Get Worse And Worse And Worse, My Friend is not the most auspicious of titles, but it is certainly curious. Named after
        PHOTO: ESPLANADE  -  515 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Playground scars to hide
        752 15  -  Pangdemonium’s play is about two friends whose lives overlap from age eight to 38 Corrie Tan corriet@sph.com.sg Photographs of actor Alan Wong sporting a bloody gash on his forehead and, later, a swollen black eye, seemed to hint at some horrific physical abuse taking place during
        PHOTO: MILK PHOTOGRAPHIE  -  752 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Bold new look at the lady
        743 15  -  Deepika Shetty Arts Correspondent Singaporean painter Jane Lee is showing alongside such contemporary art luminaries as American photographer Annie Leibovitz and Iranian artist Shirin Neshat in To Be A Lady, a new show which opens at Sundaram Tagore Gallery tomorrow. The show, which runs
        PHOTOS: SUNDARAM TAGORE GALLERY  -  743 words
      • Article
        Lock icon Song downloads heading downhill
        578 15 New York Times New York As sales of CDs plunged over the last decade, the music industry clung to one comfort: downloads continued to sell briskly as people filled their computers and iPods with songs by the billions. Now even that certainty seems to have disappeared
        New York Times  -  578 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Pianist with K-pop looks
        591 16  -  South Korean Kim Tae Hyung has the musical prowess to match Lisabel Ting lting@sph.com.sg This South Korean artist has dreamy eyes, a faraway look and tousled hair, but he is not the star of the latest drama serial nor the lead singer in a K-pop band.
        PHOTOS: ART M CONCERT, STUDIO BOB  -  591 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon So many art fairs, so little time
        545 16 Bloomberg London Works by Picasso, Basquiat and de Kooning sold for US$4 million (S$4.9 million) or more as collectors took their pick of as much as US$2 billion worth of art in London. As the British fairs closed on Sunday night, many of
        Bloomberg; PHOTOS: BLOOMBERG  -  545 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon OPRAH TAKES CHARGE
      1801 4  -  Media mogul Oprah Winfrey’s big personality dwarfs fellow cast members of The Butler Alison de Souza In New York stlife@sph.com.sg Oprah Winfrey, media mogul and talk-show host extraordinaire, cannot help herself. Although she is meant to be sharing the spotlight with the rest of the cast of
      PHOTOS: CATHAY-KERIS FILMS, AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  1,801 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Different faces for different people
      901 5  -  Alison de Souza In the film The Butler, a former slave who works his way up to become head butler at the White House learns that in order to succeed in a white-dominated world, African-Americans must have two faces: one for themselves and another to
      PHOTOS: CATHAY-KERIS FILMS  -  901 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon White Lies album triggered by big TV joke
      528 5  -  Melissa Kok British indie rock band White Lies have high-brow tastes and ideas, but they do not like to come across as pretentious. Their third and latest album, Big TV, is a record that supposedly tells the story of a girl who
      ST PHOTO: MELISSA KOK  -  528 words
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Investing in tech behind cricket bars
      580 5 New York Times San Francisco Ms Megan Miller knows that cockroaches are packed with protein, and she says they can be made into a surprisingly tasty treat. But if that is a bit too avant garde to believe, do you think you might like
      New York Times; PHOTO: NEW YORK TIMES SYNDICATE  -  580 words
    • S SPECIAL bon voyage with sgtravellers
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Medieval world
        914 9  -  Croatia’s historic charm transports Wu Shangyuan back to its glorious past Wu Shangyuan THE magic of Croatia lies in its magnificent and immaculately preserved medieval cities. They transport you back in time and make you wish you never had to leave. After spending two weeks in the country,
        PHOTOS: WU SHANGYUAN  -  914 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Holiday workout
        988 10  -  At Phuket’s Thanyapura, you might just find yourself running next to an Olympian on the treadmill at the gym, reports Cheryl Tay reports Cheryl Tay I HAVE heard it all detox retreats, weight loss experiences or fitness boot camps as a getaway at a resort in a tranquil
        PHOTOS: THANYAPURA, CHERYLTAY  -  988 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Feast in Coral Coast
        739 11  -  Fresh seafood from the ocean north of Perth is something to savour, besides the wineries and aboriginal delights 1D01 EXTRAORDINARY 1 w 1 experiences WESTERN AUSTRALIA by mike lee THE sheer array of produce and myriad ways of enjoying them fresh makes Coral Coast a must-visit
        PHOTOS: TOURISM WESTERN AUSTRALIA  -  739 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Vietnam on two wheels
        1137 12  -  explores the old-world attractions in Hoi Ann at a leisurely pace Jane Lee “LET’S just rent motorbikes,” I told my three travel mates. To their credit, they agreed without reminding me that we were in Vietnam, where driving is not exactly a sedate affair. But we
        PHOTOS: JANE LEE  -  1,137 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Adrenaline rush
        625 13  -  From Sabah to Langkawi, there are many water spots for high-octane adventures in Malaysia by mike lee MALAYSIA has always mesmerised adventurers and explorers with its diverse natural wealth. There are now a host of nature-based ecotourism activities to choose from rockclimbing cross-jungle trekking, white water rafting, sea
        625 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon What’s coming up
        972 14 Business Class on Malaysia Airlines Travel by Business Class for less with Malaysia Airlines if you make your booking by Nov 16. For instance, the one-way and return fares from Singapore to Taipei are $654 and $1,078 respectively. Both fares are inclusive of airport taxes. The promotion
        972 words
    • LIFE! Buzz
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Top humour prize for Burnett
        442 18 Associated Press Reuters Washington When Carol Burnett launched her namesake variety show in the 1960s, one television executive told her the genre was “a man’s game”. She proved him wrong with an 11-year run that averaged 30 million viewers each week. On Sunday, the trailblazing
        Associated Press; Reuters; PHOTOS: OWEN SWEENEY/IN VISION/AP  -  442 words
      • Buzzing
        • Article
          Lock icon SLOW SALES FOR FIFTH ESTATE
          104 18 Anything positive at the North American weekend box office was obscured by the smoking wreckage of two movies that bombed. The Fifth Estate, an Oscar hopeful starring Benedict Cumberbatch as WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, was produced for about US$26 million (S$32 million) and took in
          104 words
        • Article
          Lock icon JACKY WU TOP-EARNING HOST
          82 18 Jacky Wu is Taiwan’s topearning variety host this year, with an estimated NT$157.2 million (S$25 million) from hosting shows in Taiwan and China, says Taiwan Apple Daily. Dee Hsu, who appears in advertisements in China and Hong Kong, is second with NT$110.8 million and Hu Gua,
          82 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Stars protest HKTV shutdown
        211 18 Hong Kong Former TVB actress Yoyo Mung had filmed a drama for HKTV for seven days when production was shut down after the station was denied a free-to-air licence. But Mung one of several stars who took part in a demonstration on Sunday to protest against
        PHOTO: APPLE DAILY  -  211 words
Page thumbnail Page 3
Page thumbnail Page 4
Page thumbnail Page 5
Page thumbnail Page 6
Page thumbnail Page 7
Page thumbnail Page 8
Page thumbnail Page 9
  • Page 9 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 1
      713 9 Offer Extended Due To Overwhelming Response! Book by 27 October! Prices are subject to associated taxes surcharges correct at time of print subject to change. f d* 4 H O p Q A C# Selected tours!departures, conditions apply. Tub I UO vt)vUO BWe are on Facebook! ‘LIKE’ us now! www.facehookxom/
      713 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 2
      618 9 6 CONSECUTIVE WINS. THE MARK OF ASIA’S BEST CRUISE OPERATOR. 47 f t. 'f 1 r. 4 jA Best Cruise Operator, Asia TTG award winner, 2008 2013 i For six consecutive years, Royal Caribbean International has received the 'Best Cruise Operator' travel award from TTG Asia for offering the best
      618 words
Page thumbnail Page 10
  • Page 10 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 1
      764 10 THERE’S NOTHING LIKE AUSTRALIA S'MGtPOBt k mm -r: > ijSCHOICE.2013 w IWa" 1 i .il! I* FREE Limited Edition Cabin Trolley Luggage per Citibank Cardmember with $2800 charge for new bookings only, while stocks last J Win a Pair of Return BangKoK Air Tickets with Travel Guard insurance* FREE Goody
      764 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 2
      19 10 aydestinato n ation n Fa vou d i ho rite Favou r For advertisement enquiries, please call 6319 2048
      19 words
Page thumbnail Page 11
  • Page 11 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 11 Advertisements Column 1
      242 11 6bH-/l00l EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES A truly experience. Simon o C EXTRAORDINARY experiences Experience an extraordinary gourmet holiday in Perth and beyond today. Gourmet packages available from $588 inclusive of a Western Australian Gourmet Pass worth $100 for use in selected dining outlets. Visit www.bestperthdeals.com for more package details. WESTERN AUSTRALIA Chan
      242 words
Page thumbnail Page 12
  • Page 12 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 1
      424 12 There is a place on earth that even the most seasoned travelers consider a privilege to visit. Although it's voted one of the world's top travel destinations, very few make it.... this is Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon. You cannot find a more enlightening travel destination today. Perched
      424 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 2
      731 12 (QEPV11) 1 Emirates -I Y VsY j> f; 11D Classical Eastern Europe I i LJAM e 1EKB hi ii-i-'h mm W~~ 11D Best of Milan, Switzerland Paris (QEMP11) Milan Lucerne Bern Interlaken Schaffhausen Titisee Colmar Paris Lake Titisee Black Forest Colmar Paris Bonus: 3N Switzerland 3N Paris 70% Meals Enjoy
      731 words
Page thumbnail Page 13
  • Page 13 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 13 Advertisements Column 1
      80 13 Endless Wonder Hike through ancient rainforests and SCALE THE REGION’S HIGHEST PEAK IN MALAYSIA. BEYOND THE STUNNING VIEW LIES ADVENTURE AND EXCITEMENT AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE. ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES AN EXCITING EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED! 1 Malaysia Year End Sale 16 November 2013-5 January 2014 www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my visit
      80 words
Page thumbnail Page 14
  • Page 14 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 1
      555 14 FLIGHT CENTRE D School Holiday Special Buy m C Book any family fun packages to receive a FREE family plan travel insurance .r Phuket Bali Adelaide Flights 3 nights 4/z-star Flights 4 nights 4-star Flights 4 nights 4-star s 665 s 845 J1,428 taxes $171) taxes $130) BONUS Stay 3
      555 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 2
      375 14 CITYSTATE RoyalCaribbean HOLIDAYS ■f: m w A n fk f'i l_ 9 THE LARGEST SK NAS A PARTi m of* off I m3 NDPO2g& SAV**S HSBC EXC v TOP AGENT FOR ROYALCARIBBEAN SINCE2007 CITYSTATE HOLIDAYS 11 Keppel Road, #09-01ABI Plaza, Singapore *****7 (Tanjong Pagar Keppel Road Junction) Cruises Start With
      375 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 3
      92 14 PHOTOS: HONG KONG TOURISM BOARD, STAR CRUISES, singapore airlines, garuda indonesia, royal caribbean international Get the SGTravellers app Project editor goh hwee Koon contributorS cheryl tan, Jane lee, Wu shangyuan Art And deSign Kimmie tan, lynnette chia, Vikki ann chan editor lee Kim chew dePutY editor leong phei phei chief
      92 words
Page thumbnail Page 15
  • Page 15 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 15 Advertisements Column 1
      30 15 Japan SSL 9k m Broaden your horizon and see the world! Check out your travel options in CATS Classified in The Straits Tunes. WATS BUY IT- SELL IT- FIND IT
      30 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 15 Advertisements Column 2
      40 15 the Specially for Poly Grads! ,gv3OT. +j£+ 1 *x****xt XX******* ai i_ lU/\ X**** nderingwhatsthe t Step you should take? Step you snot rections (3O ir ii opy on Oct 23 y in The New Paper J m mm2 TM
      40 words
Page thumbnail Page 16
  • Page 16 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 16 Advertisements Column 1
      48 16 Ufind the ones J THAT FIT! 1 Recruit the right people through CATS Recruit. Call 1800 289 8822 or email recruit@sph.com.sg to advertise. r t? £iflyp o (ITIJdfi Mil. India Delayed salaries forced us to smuggle sandalwood: Air India crew To subscribe to Tamil Murasu call 6388 3838
      48 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 16 Advertisements Column 2
      30 16 WEDNESDAY IN Goingloco over Loki Who needs Chris Hemsworth when Tom Hiddleston is stealing his thunder in THOR 2 WIN! MBC Korean Music Wave 2013 and JJ Lin concert tickets
      30 words
  • Page 16 Miscellaneous
    • Miscellaneous
      Lock icon Page 16 Miscellaneous Column 1
      776 16 LIDO SHAW HOUSE LEVEL 5 JCUBE 2 JURONG EAST CENTRAL 1 LEVEL 4 BALESTIER SHAW PLAZA LEVEL 4 PERCY JACKSON:SEA OFMONSTERS(CS) 1:10pm LOT ONE LEVEL 5 LOT 1 CHOA CHU KANG nex nex SERANGOON CENTRAL LEVEL 4 SPECIAL ID (NC16)(M)(CS&ES)✱ 10:40am,12:50,3:00, 5:10,7:20,9:30 ZONEPROSITE:THE MOVEABLEFEAST(M)(CS&ES)✱ 10:20am, 3:30pm, 6:20,9:10 GRAVITY(PG13) (CS) 11:15am,
      776 words
    • Miscellaneous
      Lock icon Page 16 Miscellaneous Column 2
      25 16 BUGIS+(Level 5) GatChaman (PG)† (Chi/Eng) 12.00pm 5.05pm 7.25pm 9.45pm FILMGardE ExCLusIvE GatChaman (PG)† (Chi/Eng) 12.20pm 4.55pm 7.15pm 9.35pm FILMGardE ExCLusIvE Find us on www.facebook.com/ FilmGarde.Cineplex
      25 words
Page thumbnail Page 17
  • Page 17 Advertisements
  • Page 17 Miscellaneous
    • Miscellaneous
      Lock icon Page 17 Miscellaneous Column 1
      1402 17 starhub tv toonami ch315 AM 6.30 Super Hero Squad 7.15 Ben 10 8.00 The Avengers Earth’s Mightiest Heroes 8.22 Young Justice 8.45 Mix Master Final Force 9.30 Metal Fight Beyblade 9.52 Dragon Ball Z 10.15 Super Hero Squad 11.00 Superman: The Animated Series 11.22 Young Justice 11.45 Teen Titans PM
      1,402 words
    • Miscellaneous
      Lock icon Page 17 Miscellaneous Column 2
      1115 17 watchmust BORN DIFFERENT okto, 9pm Find out more about animals which were born differently because of genetic mutations and human manipulation, such as a two-headed albino snake (right) and a two-mouthed pig. PHOTOS: MEDIACORP, STARHUB, SINGTEL BLESS ME, ULTIMA Video On Demand, Anytime On Demand An elderly medicine woman named
      1,115 words
    • Miscellaneous
      Lock icon Page 17 Miscellaneous Column 3
      1118 17 mio tv li (hd) ch265 AM 6.00 Deepak Chopra Tara Stiles Yoga Transformation 7.00 The Doctors 9.00 Chefs: Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 10.00 The Nate Berkus Show 11.00 House Paradise 11.30 Green Trip PM 12.00 Low Cost 12.30 Monster Munchies 1.30 Cooked 2.00 All On The Line
      1,118 words
Page thumbnail Page 18
  • Page 18 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 18 Advertisements Column 1
      50 18 m SINGAPORE'S MO. 1 HIT MUSIC STATION Want your with ONEREPUBLIC? TUNE IN TO HOT FM91.3 NOW! 29th October 2013, 8pm The Coliseum™ Resorts World Sentosa JT mi a j w I f J' V rvi m 3^3 na idas Promotions rw. midaspromotions.com IfH IS*? saa facebook.com/hotfmsg j @hotfmsg www.hotfm.sg
      50 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 18 Advertisements Column 2
      50 18 READ ALL ABOUT IT IN DL TOMORROW CAN YOU HEAR ME? DL tests latest in-ear headphones The latest jobs, fresh out of the oven. If you’re thinking of making a career change, check out the latest job opportunities career insights in CATS Recruit. Now available on the CATS Classified App
      50 words
Page thumbnail Page 1
  • LITTLE RED DOT
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Stay vigilant
      201 1 y friends always ask me: “Why are you so kaypoh?” Being kaypoh, or Hokkien for nosy, is often perceived as a bad thing. However, there is a good side to it, too. Being nosy in the right way can help us be vigilant on behalf of our friends
      201 words
    • big at home
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Use ladders with care
        571 2  -  ACTIVITY BY SHERYL QUEK ST, Oct 14 Beware the humble ladder By Amelia Tan The ladder, an innocuous piece of equipment tucked away in the storerooms of workplaces and homes, has proven to be a key cause of serious injuries. It was responsible for more than
        ST FILE PHOTO  -  571 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Young ambassadors reach out
        428 3  -  Primary school pupils go door-to-door at Bukit Panjang estate to share the message of neighbourliness. Sheryl Quek reports reports Sheryl Quek Out of the mouths of babes often come gems. In the case of the Housing Board’s resident outreach event on Sept 26, these gems came
        PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO  -  428 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Eye on kids
        568 4  -  ACTIVITY BY SHERYL QUEK ST, Oct 14 More parents are hiring private eyes to check on their kids By Jalelah Abu Baker Agrowing number of parents are sending private investigators to check whether their children have gone astray, sometimes even overseas. Eight out of 10 private investigation
        ST FILE PHOTO  -  568 words
    • connect the dots
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon The Dream Container
        518 5  -  This is the first in a series of fictional stories based on Singapore’s maritime industry, penned by special guest writers By R. Chandran R. Chandran is a writer, actor and founder-director of Act 3 Theatrics. BY SERENE LUO Argh!” Kam Tong gasped as he sprang upright on
        PHOTOS ST FILE, PRINCESS CRUISES, REUTERS  -  518 words
    • growing up
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Give in to move forward
        535 6  -  looks at what the news can teach you about being your best self Eileen Aung-Thwin IN THE NEWS WHAT: The government of the United States shut down some of its functions for two weeks because lawmakers could not agree with their colleagues. A temporary deal
        PHOTO AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE  -  535 words
    • big thing
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Good teachers honoured
        728 8 / 9  -  Six teachers who went the extra mile in their teaching methodology were honoured at the Inspiring Teacher of English Awards on Oct 8. The annual award is co-presented by the Speak Good English Movement and The Straits Times, and supported by the Ministry of Education. It is
        ST PHOTOS RAJ NADARAJAN  -  728 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Student art helps raise funds
        377 8 / 9 An art exhibition and auction organised by West Grove Primary School has raised more than $3,000 for The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund. Eleven out of the 30 exhibited pieces were put up for auction on Oct 11. All 11 were sold. The highest
        PHOTOS COURTESY OF WEST GROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL  -  377 words
    • big world
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon NEWS IN PHOTOS
        937 10 / 11  -  Do you know what has been happening around the world? How do you feel after reading about these incidents? Write in to stdot@sph.com.sg to tell us TEXT NUR SYAHIIDAH ZAINAL SOURCES AL-JAZEERA BBC REUTERS Benin MALI At least 20 people died after a boat overloaded with passengers
        SOURCES AL-JAZEERA; BBC; REUTERS; PHOTOS AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE, ASSOCIATED PRESS, REUTERS  -  937 words
    • big in asia
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Judge nabbed for graft
        135 12  -  brings you news from the region Eileen Aung-Thwin I ndonesia’s top constitutional court judge Akil Mochtar was arrested for alleged corruption on Oct 2. This case has thrown the spotlight on the so-called court mafia, who can fix a desired legal outcome for a high price.
        PHOTOS AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE, REUTERS  -  135 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Pass English or go jobless
        148 12 From 2016, Malaysian students must pass English before they can get a school-leaving certificate. Without it, students cannot further their studies or find jobs. WHY IT MATTERS Last year, almost a quarter of 470,000 Form 5 students failed English. Form 5 is equivalent to the
        148 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Chinese grads prefer govt jobs
        129 12 Two surveys have shown that graduates in China prize government jobs, but only 2 per cent have plans to start a business. WHY IT MATTERS Starting a new business is risky and has a high failure rate 70 per cent of such businesses close within
        129 words
    • big read
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon The taste of love
        361 13 Isabelle Metzger, one of last year’s winners in the Read! Singapore Flash Fiction contest, shares an extract from her winning entry, Cookie I t’s been a long time since I ate a cookie that tasted so much like hers. The dark chocolate chips contrast nicely with
        PHOTOS COURTESY OF ISABELLE METZGER, ST FILE, ST PHOTO ILLUSTRATION  -  361 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Read!
        282 13  -  Isabelle Metzger, 12, from CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace, shares with Debra Ann Francisco her thoughts about writing Debra Ann Francisco Tell us more about yourself. My hobbies are reading and writing. I want to be a writer, a scriptwriter, a movie director or a lawyer when I
        282 words
    • big on english
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon An eye on the weather
        449 14  -  By Jennifer Claudine Looi ACTIVITY Part 1 Look at the weather report on the right. Answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct answer and writing it in the brackets. 1. Which of the following best describes the weather for that day? (1) scorching
        449 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon A pledge to save lives
        612 15  -  By Jennifer Claudine Looi ACTIVITY Part 1 Correct the words in bold for their spelling. Write your answers on the lines provided. When Private Ong Liang Kun was on his way to his camp at Paya Lebar Air Base on Sept 23, he witnessed a
        612 words
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon An important matter
        438 16  -  By Jennifer Claudine Looi ACTIVITY Part 1 Fill in the blanks with the correct answers from the box. dictate atoms modest comprised theory elusive culminated existence suffusing posthumously Science’s greatest prize was awarded yesterday to a (1) retired professor from Edinburgh and a Belgian physicist for suggesting
        438 words
    • big story
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon Modern words march into Blyton’s world
        612 17 The language in Enid Blyton’s books has been updated for a new generation of readers 24 July, 2010 London, England Five-year-old Alison enjoys reading stories by popular children’s author Enid Blyton with her mother before bedtime every night. “I really like her stories, especially
        ILLUSTRATION PAUL ERIC ROCA  -  612 words
    • big ideas
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon How do you define art?
        638 18  -  Alison de Souza discusses what can be classified as art and why many have different views on this Alison de Souza What is art? Most people would say a painting hanging in a museum is art, but what about a simple drawing by a child
        PHOTOS AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE, ARTSPACE@HELUTRANS, BH FILE, BLOOMBERG  -  638 words
    • big outside
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon ‘Lost’ city finds new life
        445 19  -  The ancient Jordanian city of Petra was rediscovered in 1812 is now a popular tourist attraction. Nur Syahiidah Zainal reports reports attraction. Nur Syahiidah Zainal reports Carved out of red and pink sandstone cliffs, the Rose City was once “lost” to the Western world for
        PHOTO ST FILE  -  445 words
    • off to work
      • Article, Illustration
        Lock icon The human connnector
        616 20  -  He helps people stay in touch by delivering their mail, rain or shine. Nur Syahiidah Zainal reports reports shine. Nur Syahiidah Zainal reports Wrong or incomplete addresses will not stop the 1,000-strong force of postmen here from delivering your mail and packages. In fact, postman Ravi Kumar
        PHOTO DIOS VINCOY JR FOR THE STRAITS TIMES  -  616 words
  • Page 1 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 1 Advertisements Column 1
      48 1 is feeling TUESDAY OCTOBER 22, 2013 Name Write your mood here Inspirational teacher She uses films to capture students’ interest Please Mr Postman Rain or shine, he always delivers pages8&9 page20 classics Updatingthe page17 Partners with: Publisher revises Enid Blyton’s children’s books to make them more politically correct
      48 words
Page thumbnail Page 2
Page thumbnail Page 3
  • Page 3 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 3 Advertisements Column 1
      27 3 HEARTLAND PEEK www.straitstimes.com Scan this QR code for more community stories. Download a QR code reader app on your smartphone and scan this code for more information.
      27 words
Page thumbnail Page 4
Page thumbnail Page 5
Page thumbnail Page 6
Page thumbnail Page 7
  • Page 7 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 1
      257 7 t I 'A > c=. A f* y lr' m *3 A Fold a heart and SingTel will donate $1 to the Touching Lives Fund for each heart received. Use the red rectangle below to fold a heart and drop it into any post box (no postage required) by 25
      257 words
Page thumbnail Page 8 / 9
Page thumbnail Page 10 / 11
Page thumbnail Page 12
Page thumbnail Page 13
  • Page 13 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 13 Advertisements Column 1
      161 13 WRITE AND WIN! The Flash Fiction contest is organised by the National Library Board as part of Read! Singapore 2013. The competition is in English only and consists of three categories: Primary, Secondary and Open. Write a short story of not more than 500 words and submit your entries via
      161 words
Page thumbnail Page 14
Page thumbnail Page 15
Page thumbnail Page 16
Page thumbnail Page 17
Page thumbnail Page 18
Page thumbnail Page 19
Page thumbnail Page 20
Page thumbnail Page 1
  • Page 1 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 1 Advertisements Column 1
      494 1 BUY IT-SELL IT-FIND IT toll free 1800-289-9988 www.cats.com.sg •< co ca CC CD -C5 o -C3 o TO 3 T3 y rr- 9 TO -s J5 c:- T! 8 e S m/Z you do it? Estate planning is something many people tend to put aside but it is necessary to
      494 words
Page thumbnail Page 2
  • Page 2 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 2 Advertisements Column 1
      3910 2 CATS Classified. How may I help you? fax 6319-8228 e-mail cats@sph.com.sg *****89-9988 m WATS BUY IT-SELL IT-FIND IT Contact Us Mondays to Fridays 8.30am to 6.30pm Our Rates Hotline: 1800-289-9988 Deadlines 5pm for next day's publication 6pm Friday for Sunday's publication 6.30pm Friday for Monday's publication SMS: 9298-3338 Fax:6319-8228 E-mail:
      3,910 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 2 Advertisements Column 2
      206 2 Personal GRIND TERRAZZO, MARBLE to shine $200 up. Parquet varnish, etc. 6355-2272 CHEW INTERIOR DESIGN. We design your dream home. Call *****880/*****880 DARWIN INTERIOR: $888 rebate free gifts 20% off packages. Call *****558 LAMINATE FLR FOR whole hse/ office. 15 yrs g’tee. Good price. 9850-6299 LAMINATE FLR-$0.99-$3.99 Whole House/ Shop/
      206 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 2 Advertisements Column 3
      214 2 PAINTING MYSELF HDB. Condo, pte hse $200-$800 Reno big/ small projects Varnish/ partition/ cornice /false ceiling/ lighting svc. 25 yrs experience. 5 yrs warranty *****122 Chua A1 NO DEPOSIT. Specialise painting, polishing marble parquet. Clean, handyman works. Minor reno job, disposal. Good svc. *****140 COLORLAND PAINTING SVCS Professional painting by
      214 words
Page thumbnail Page 3
  • Page 3 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 3 Advertisements Column 1
      2082 3 Personal® BusinessS ERA REAL ESTATE Estate Agent Licence No. L*****82K Let the #1 Agency Help You Make More Money ■V Trusted Global-Household Brand Name Helps you secure more leads easily Continuous Training Development since 1982 Helps you with continuous enrichment and insightful ideas and strategies Opportunities in New Launches Helps
      2,082 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 3 Advertisements Column 2
      34 3 ADDRESS FOR REGN $6/ answering $6/ fax $6/ a/cs fr $50. Reliable svcs. Estab since 1994. Tel *****455 FR $10 REGD Add/ Local Int’l call mail forward/ Meeting rm/ Answering/ Fitted office. 6692 8000
      34 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 3 Advertisements Column 3
      142 3 REGN MAILING Add, A/C Incorp/Admin/Typing,Roxy Sq. East area. *****770 NEAR LAVENDER MRT $10 Reg of Add, Answering Fax Acct. Call *****588 ACCOUNTING, REGD. ADD, answering fax, telex, tax, secretarial svcs *****300 ACCOUNTING,SEC SVCS by Qualified Accountant. $50 up. Karren Ng 9105-1204 $8 REGD OFFICE Address/ Answering $35/ Fax $5. *****328
      142 words
Page thumbnail Page 4
  • Page 4 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 4 Advertisements Column 1
      1668 4 Business S Vehicles Business OpportunitiesAgents Business OpportunitiesAgents Business OpportunitiesAgents Business OpportunitiesAgents Business OpportunitiesAgents w Business OpportunitiesAgents Business OpportunitiesAgents Business OpportunitiesAgents Business OpportunitiesAgents w Business OpportunitiesAgents a a 3* C William Chua Henry Lim Kavita (Karol) Josephine Lim SerliciaTan MalvisLoo Joyce Lim Darren Lee *****790 *****388 *****321 *****032 *****438 *****230 *****687
      1,668 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 4 Advertisements Column 2
      208 4 JAN 2009 F430 Scuderia Red/ Black Leather w/ Red Stitching, Full Carbon Interior Engine Parts 12,000Km Call *****123 ’11 CALIFORNIA. 1 Owner. High options. $316k OMV. Agent warranty. $8.3k monthly. Call 6468-2200. www.motorway.com.sg OCT 2009 F599 HGTE Red/ Beige Leather, Immaculate Condition. 13,000Km. AutoInc Sports 6338-0123 ’10 F430 F1 C
      208 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 4 Advertisements Column 3
      193 4 ***WEARNES PRE-OWNED HONDA Civic Hybrid 1.3A Jul 2008 $58K. Best Fuel Consumption. 6430 4800. REPUBLIC AUTO: MAR 2009 Fit 1.3G Auto. 1 owner. New leather seats! DVD Player! Free evaluation! 9387 3126 SELLING CHEAP! END 2009 Fit 1.3A, Black, Teacher Owner, Original Paint, Only *****km. *****421. SELLING CHEAP! 07/07 Odyssey
      193 words
Page thumbnail Page 5
  • Page 5 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 5 Advertisements Column 1
      1004 5 Hyundai for Sale Hyundai for Sale Hyundai for Sale Hyundai for Sale gjg Results of October 2013 1st Open Bidding Exercise For COE WATS Cars (1600cc and below) Cars (1601cc and above) Goods vehicles and buses Motorcycles Open category COE price $85,000 $93,500 $76,310 $1,961 $93,889 Quota 365 376 261
      1,004 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 5 Advertisements Column 2
      299 5 REPUBLIC AUTO: *****000 Jun 2012 C180K Facelifted model. C&C service. 1 year extended warranty. Hurry!! REPUBLIC AUTO: *****000 May ’06 SLK350. 1 owner. C&C service. 1 yr warranty. Done 53K km. Don’t miss!!! READY STOCK CLA250 AMG Panaromic roof 2.0A. Call *****122/*****061 Leco Prestige B08 Grandstand ***WEARNES PRE-OWNED MERCEDES Benz
      299 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 5 Advertisements Column 3
      398 5 05/09 MERCEDES BENZ E200 NGT Selling $98,800 Call *****316/*****140 6/2010 E200 CGI Silver. Low Mileage, Asking Low, High Trade-In 9001-5395 ’95 E200 (A) Masterpice. Electric seat. Engine perfect cond. 9101-5532 Lim DISTINCTIVE 8/’10 COOPER Clubman full bodykit accessories. Do Not Miss This Fantastic Offer! *****121 O GIMMICKS HONEST Good Deal
      398 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 5 Advertisements Column 4
      158 5 REPUBLIC AUTO: SEP 2011 Peugeot 508 1.6A Turbo. Agent warranty/ svc. Don’t miss! 9029 7772 Benny ***WEARNES PRE-OWNED PEUGEOT RCZ 1.6T Apr 2011 $119K. Production Sports Vehicle. Call 6430 4800. 2012 PORSCHE CAYMAN R High Spec Unit Limited Edition. $0 Down/ Low Monthly From $3,386. 8318-0734 9851-6123 6/08 911 CARRERA
      158 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 5 Advertisements Column 5
      181 5 LATEST PORSCHE CAYMAN S3.4 PDK. Immed Delivery. 3 yr warranty Loan 1.88% Lay Auto 6462 5828 ’2007 PORSCHE CAYMAN 2.7. Yellow. 37k km. Accident free. Lena *****800 05 PROTON WIRA 1.3. Sell $10,800. OMV $8,964. 1 Owner. Call HP *****878 12/’05 PROTON GEM 2. 1.6A 1 owner. Done 86,000KM. Selling
      181 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 5 Advertisements Column 6
      185 5 Vehiclessss ONLY $5K DOWNPAYMENT 6/06 Impreza 5 MT. Paint/ leather/tyre all new,$620/ mth. *****282/*****282 12/07 SUBARU 2.5M STI Cheapest Performance car Asking $47k *****683 06/05 SUBARU LEGACY 2.0I Well kept. $23,000 Call *****316/ *****140 REPUBLIC AUTO: JUL 2006 Suzuki Swift 1.5A. 1 Owner. Red. Low Mileage done *****km only! *****093
      185 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 5 Advertisements Column 7
      139 5 V INHSE LOAN! Cheap downpayment only $6K. Low monthly $568. 6mths warranty. ’08 Altis 1.6A. Low KM 72K only. Call Leon *****378 G IMMEDIATE DELIVERY 2013 Estima Aeras 2.4! Up to 3 yrs free Servicing! High Trade In $0 Driveaway! Call Jack Cars: 6743 1900 CARTIMES STAR BUY! 2013 7/8-Seater
      139 words
Page thumbnail Page 6
  • Page 6 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 1
      226 6 $179,800 ESTIMA AERAS Immediate Delivery. High Loan Available. *****018 Hup Long $219,800 VELLFIRE 2.4 ZG, Immediate Delivery. High Loan Available. *****018 Hup Long 8/’07 TOYOTA VIOS 1.5E A. 1 Owner. Tip top cond. Orginial black. Best buy of the decade!! 6841-3300 2013 VELLFIRE ZG Alphard GS $0 driveaway. Servicing incl.
      226 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 2
      310 6 LATEST PREMIUM ESTIMA Aeras 2.4. $96,800 Only! 5yrs Free servicing. G’teed. Call *****119 now! MID 2009 ALTIS 1.8A. Black Very Rare! Well Maintain. 88,000km. Electric Driver Seat. Cheap!! *****963 END 2009 VIOS 1.5A. G Model. High Specs. Silver. 1 Owner. *****km. A1 Cond Reliable. Cheap! *****602 ESTIMA AREAS PREMIUM High
      310 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 3
      235 6 ***WEARNES PRE-OWNED VW Touran 1.4A Sport Jul 2009 $88K. Economical 7Seat MPV. Call 6430 4800 01/2010 CADDY 2.0 M. Diesel. 56K Km done. 1 Owner. A1 cond. COE $18K. OMV $23,121. Owner 9760-4443 REPUBLIC AUTO: NOV 2011 Golf 1.4A TSI. 1 owner. No modification! Warranty svc by agt. Call 9004
      235 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 4
      386 6 AUDI R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro Ltd Edition Only 333 Units. In The World Jan Yr 2012 1 Owner, Mileage 3K Only. Agt Maintained warranty Call Mr Koh 8500 8500 ’07 MURCIELAGO LP640. 20,000km. Agent evaluated! $14k monthly. Please call Motorway 6468-2200. www.motorway.com.sg 10/’04 AUDI A4. 1.8T Cabriolet, 7 speed.
      386 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 5
      158 6 BAN HONG LEE Car, MPV, pickup, 10/14ft lorry, goods van for hire. *****577 LORRY/ VAN FOR rent long/ short-term. Reasonable Tel *****117Car Rental co PROMOTION!!! $40 Daily. $988 Monthly. New car. M’sia use. Call 9728-9001 **TODAY ONLY WKLY $380. Getz/Matrix. Lancer, Latio, Swift,Colt $75up 8119 0138 CHEAPEST! $50/ DAY only
      158 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 6
      679 6 fftM Car-Financing/ fftt Car-Financing/ Hf Insurance Insurance $FAST, EASY FINANCING FOR: COE renewal Purchase of passenger and commercial vehicles and lorries GET CASH FOR YOUR CAR with our easy vehicle mortgage GET QUICK APPROVAL with Alpine Credit Loan CALL LYN TAN ON MOBILE 9655 9133 AlpineCredit 7 UBI CLOSE ALPINE
      679 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 7
      458 6 MID’2010 NISSAN MKB37 high box Good Cond. High loan trade in, *****300 7/08 NISSAN PKC37 10Ton box tailgate. Low usage. In hse loan *****300 05 ISUZU NHR69 10ft, White, Very good cond, Trade-in avail. *****225 END’05 NISSAN MKB212 25 ft 6Ton+Box. A1. Low deposit Inhse loan *****300 END’2012 GALLOP 15FT
      458 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 8
      469 6 12/’08 TOYOTA HIACE Bus 3.0A. (11+1). 1 owner. White. Good cond. 6256-7600 2/’07 MERCEDES BENZ Vito 115E (9+1) new tax/ paint, good cond. $ono. *****156 ONLY ONE! 01/04 Nissan doublecab new 5 yrs COE 1 owner low mileage superb engine cond confirm buy view now *****921 LIKE NEW 10/12 NISSAN
      469 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 6 Advertisements Column 9
      460 6 5/’06 CITROEN BERLINGO 1.9M. Diesel. 4 side glass, sofa. $16,800. *****900 2000 TOYOTA LITEACE Diesel. COE 4/2017. Excellent A1. $28.8K neg. *****800 2001 TOYOTA HIACE 5-dr diesel. COE 5/2017. 100% A1. $29.8K neg. *****555 2012 TOYOTA HIACE 3.0M 5dr 3 seater. New model. 100% A1. neg. *****076 2009 NISSAN URVAN
      460 words
Page thumbnail Page 7
  • Page 7 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 1
      1080 7 Properties Classification Guide Residential Properties for Sale Houses for Sale 402 D01 Raffles PI/ Marina/ Chinatown 402 D02 Anson/Tg Pagar 402 D03 Queenstown/Tiong Bahru 402 D04 Sentosa/Telok Blangah 402 DOS Pasir Panjang/West Coast/ Clementi Town 402 D06 High Street/ North Bridge Rd 402 D07 Rochor/ Bugis/ Beach Rd 402 DOB
      1,080 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 2
      128 7 BukitTimah/ Holland Rd/Tanglin Houses For Sale Sale By Expressions Of Interest Q RT? FH Good Class Bungalow@Leedon Road Land area: 43,926 sqft approx. 2-storey bungalow with a swimming pool Dual Frontages Potential Rebuilt to A Pair of GCBs Minutes to Orchard Rd, BukitTimah Rd PIE Annalyn Ooi 9724 3662 *****009
      128 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 3
      379 7 GOOD CLASS BUNGLW BELMONT 22Ksf $36M neg BISHOPSGATE *****/***** sf, modern tropical house BT TUNGGAL 16ksf hill top GARLICK AVE 26ksf tropical HOLLANDPK*****/9Ksf New MT ECHO PK ***** sf beautiful land. Priced to sell Mt Echo Pk ***** sf. Beautiful hse. Almost new!!l OLIVE RD, 3 Houses in ***** sf
      379 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 4
      236 7 Queenstown/ D03 Tiong Bahru Pte Apts For Sale Queenstown/ D03 Tiong Bahru Pte Apts For Sale Queenstown/ DOB Tiong Bahru Pte Apts For Sale Queenstown/ DOB Tiong Bahru Pte Apts For Sale Queenstown/ DOB Tiong Bahru Pte Apts For Sale Queenstown/ DOB Tiong Bahru Pte Apts For Sale DISTRICTS PRIVATE
      236 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 5
      143 7 BREATH-TAKING 360 VIEWS Sennett Semi-D 6900 sqft 5+1, Pool, Roof Terr. 1% comm to Co-Brole! $5.xM only! Call *****000 now OFF BEDOK SEMI-D 2-sty 3312sf. Reno 3+2 patio/ gdn. Pk 2 cars. FH. Quiet. neg. Elta 9387 4249 AP THE SPRINGFIELD, 99 yrs. 4rm. 3 sty+gdn+basement, Facilities, PMC 6285-2688 LUCKY
      143 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 6
      90 7 Properties HOUSES PRIVATE APTS FOR SALE 1% sf. **NEAR PK TAI Hwan. FH 2.5 sty Corner Terr. Land 2560 sqft, 4+1. Best deal Call now! Stef *****389 CHOMP CHOMP! S’GOON Gdn. New semi-d 6+1 writeoff! $4.xxm. *****555 HB SUPER PRIME SEMI-D Binchang Bring cheque!! 2sty 3700sf Greenery view Elevated. *****269
      90 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 7
      108 7 TEACHER’S EST TERR 999 yrs 1801/2000 sf. 3+1 bdrm 2 baths. Park 2 cars. Face SW. $2.46M. *****270 RARE LARGE CORNER Bunglw. Begonia Cres Land 10,027 sqft. Freehold. Tranquil Double frontage, flat, elevated. Well kept. Park many cars. Near Park. Suits large family. PhilipNg *****038 Savills V ON SHENTON Starbuy!
      108 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 8
      134 7 NEW LAUNCH! ALEX Res. 1,2&3 bdrm. Mins to Redhill MRT City. Register now! Nice view! Adele *****276 PANORAMIC UNBLOCKED CITY view. Near Orchard walk to MRT. Big pool of tenants.Jesslyn *****879 INTERLACE ALEXANDRA. penthse collection fr $4M only. Nice city view living. Joseph Ong *****542 KF INTERLACE ALEXANDRA. penthse collection
      134 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 7 Advertisements Column 9
      90 7 VISTA PK TOWNHSE 2517 sf. 5-level 4+1 Front/back gdn ,lap/kids’ pool,squash, tennis, gym. Kent Ridge, Sci Pk,IR ask $1Kpsf *****003 Visit: www. maxleow.sg DUO RES IN the heart of bugis 660 units, Near MRT, studio, 1/2/3/4 bdrm penthse Register preview Duoresidenceslaunch.com MEGA BLOCKBUSTER DUO Res. Near Bugis. Studio/ 1 to
      90 words
Page thumbnail Page 8
  • Page 8 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 8 Advertisements Column 1
      1929 8 Properties PRIVATE &HDB APT FOR SALE tin Changi/ Loyang D17 Pte Apts For Sale Bit!l Changi/ Loyang D17 Pte Apts For Sale tin Changi/ Loyang D17 Pte Apts For Sale tiH Changi/ Loyang D17 Pte Apts For Sale tiHB Changi/ Loyang D17 Pte Apts For Sale tiF:B Changi/ Loyang D17
      1,929 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 8 Advertisements Column 2
      168 8 BLK 281 CCK 4’A’, 106 sqm. Val $425K. #06. Corner. Orig. Near MRT/ South view Pri. Sze 9680 0010 GRAB FAST! 3’A’ Blk 2 Teck Whye. High flr. Upgrading done. Move-in. Unblocked. Val $333K. VTO. *****530 NEW LIST! 4’A’ Blk 625 CCK Near amenities MRT. All races incl PR. Val
      168 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 8 Advertisements Column 3
      152 8 CALL BIANCA@ *****914! 3NG 715 West Coast Plaza 3NG 515 Good Amenities!! 3NG 520 Corner! High flr COV NEG! 4A Kembang an/Leng Kong 3 blk 110 #3 Big 104 sqm. MRT/ NTUC. Val $557K. *****444 NEW LIST! 2-RM (upgraded) Blk 9 Jln Batu. Unblock. 5 mins to MRT/ mkt/ food
      152 words
Page thumbnail Page 9
  • Page 9 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 1
      244 9 3’NG’ 311. MINS to MRT/ Mall/amenities/sch. Simple reno. Above #06. Lift flr. Quiet living. Val. *****605 3-RM BLK 242. Mid flr. Reno. Unblocked. Amenities MRT. Open to all races. Immed reg. Emma *****039 BEAUTIFUL 4’S’ TEBAN Gdn 52, high/ lift level. Move-in. Val $327K. View Sat/ Sun 3-5pm. *****859 Hj
      244 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 2
      139 9 5’I’ 275A #06, Windy, unblocked. PR eligible! Dont Miss! Nice Serious Seller. Call Neo CS 8161 7124 5’I’ 676B Jurong West, 5 yrs 100% Move-In Value $508K COV $5K neg. Can Contra. All Race. Grab now 605 JURONG W EA 133 sqm Val $610k. 4 bdrm, corner #06. Face SE.
      139 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 3
      110 9 LOW COV 5’I’ Blk 556 Pasir Ris #09, 4bdrm. 3 yrs reno. Unblock. Mins MRT. Val $525k *****164 Joanne BLK 111 EA. 130sqm 4bdrm Valued $580K. any offer Reno squarish layout. Blk 138 5 ’I’ corner, high flr 111sqm Kesavan *****943 SELL BELOW VALUE 173B #16 up, 5’I’, 110sqm, huge,
      110 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 4
      148 9 EXEC APT 203D Corner. Just move your luggage. 3+study. COV $5K!! MRT/ amenities Doris *****493 SERIOUS SELLER, BLK 101, corner, move in, 121 sqm mid flr, spacious balcony, val $502K,low *****210 URGENT SALE! 4A blk 436A Val $480K mid flr. Near amenities/ LRT. COV $5K. Call 9229 5675 Lawrence ’A’
      148 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 5
      169 9 $5K NEG! 4’A’ Anchorvale Link blk 305C, #11 corridor, 90 sqm. Val $435K. Mall/ Nan Chiau sch. 9762-5277 3’NG’ BLK 223 S’goon Ave 4. Mid flr. unblocked. Privacy, mins to amenities, sch. Rajan 9459-3037 PX 3’NG’ S’GOON 230 High flr. Next to corner. Vacant. All races. Valued, COV neg!! Breezy.
      169 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 6
      176 9 Properties HDB APTS FOR SALE RESIDENTIAL RENTALS VERY NEAR MRT! Jumbo ’Dual Key’ Blk 830. Val $745K. 4A Blk 792. Valued $410K. 4A Blk 739. View to offer. 4NG Blk 108. Val $378K. 3A Blk 311. Hgh flr. Serious sellers. Joseph 8161-0413 û LOW COV 5’I’ Corner 580. #09, balcony,
      176 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 7
      151 9 5’I’ BLK 555 Move in. Unblock. Windy. F/aircon. Val $450K. Shirley *****817 5-RM 682A, MID flr/ No noon sun. Bright Quiet Val $465K. Eric 9795 1848 5-RM BLK 801 Corner very spacious rms. MRT/ Poly. Low David 9003-8877 $0 COV LOW Deposit! 4’NG’ 712 Val $410K/ Corner 4’S’ 716 with
      151 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 9 Advertisements Column 8
      584 9 Brentwood Villas 14 30 Lloyd Road 2242 sq ft 4+1+1 5 min walk to Somerset MRT Townhouse Villa Madeleine Oxley Road 4302 sq ft 4+1+1 Resort-style townhouse Private gardens 5 min walk to Somerset MRT 24 hours maintenance hotline Villa Delle Rose 2 92 Taman Nakhoda 2800-3200 sq ft 3+1
      584 words
Page thumbnail Page 10
  • Page 10 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 1
      1599 10 Sentosa/ bS Sentosa/ Sentosa/ GSM Sentosa/ QQ4 Telok Blangah QQ4 Telok Blangah D04 Telok Blangah 004 Telok Blangah Pte Apts For Rent y s Pte Apts For Rent m Reflections Pte Apts For Rent Luxurious waterfront residences FOR LEASE within walking distance to VivoCity and MRT, and 5 minutes drive
      1,599 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 2
      991 10 Efrtl Bukit Timah/ gfitl BukitTimah/ DIO Holland Rd/Tanglin Q1Q Holland Rd/Tanglin Pte Apts For Rent Pte Apts For Rent NASSIM ROAD Brand New Exclusive 5 Storey Condo with Private Lift Lobby Luxurious 4 Bedroom Units with Bathroom En-Suite Quiet Surrounding Greenery For Immediate Occupation HONG LEONG HOLDINGS LIMITED 9 TREVOSE
      991 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 3
      374 10 Properties RESIDENTIAL RENTALS CORALIS 3+1. 1259 sf. High flr. Unblock view. P/furn. Near 112 Katong, mins to ECP. Connie 9182-8823 EASTERN LAGOON II. Penthse. 4+1. 3200 sf. F/reno. Full sea view. Neg. Sole Agt. B.Bird *****201 (CPM) $6K! SEAFRONT ON Meyer 1604 sf 3+1. Nice pool view. Amenities. P/furn. FH.
      374 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 4
      382 10 NV RES BRAND New. F/Furn Cosy 3+1, high flr. Near Airport. A1 locale. Nice owner. Immed. *****627 Wendy SUMMER SCENT PENTHSE, 3+1. New. Designer decor. MRT. Chan L C *****118 FABER GDN 2120 sf mais 4+1 rm, pool view Balcony. spacious bdrm. Amenities Immed PL Lo 9738-4034 HUDC SERANGOON NORTH
      382 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 5
      379 10 170 BISHAN CORNER 3bdrm. Near shops/ MRT. Furn. Aircon. Expats family Albert Wong *****979 3+1 BLK 391 BUKIT BATOK quiet, MRT/ Amenities, P/Furn, convenient, Immed call Raymond *****368 4’A’ BLK 108 Bt Batok Ave 6. 3+1. F/furn. Aircon. Near MRT amenities mall. Immed. Anne Tan *****500 APPROVED 4-RM BLK 361
      379 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 10 Advertisements Column 6
      447 10 MANY RMS. VARIOUS areas. Single/ Couple/ Students/ Workers. 8178 8421 F/FURN COMMON RM St Michael Rd. Cosy. Nice Indian Male Owner. No cooking. *****627 Wendy HOUGANG MRT FULL svc ensuite rm. SCV, Wifi. Immed $1.2Kpm *****333 3-RMS BUNGLW. GDN. Quiet cosy. Next to park/ seaside. $2.5K. Call 8413-1918 STUDENT ONLY.
      447 words
Page thumbnail Page 11
  • Page 11 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 11 Advertisements Column 1
      1300 11 fill Factory/lndustrial 011 Factory/lndustrial fill Factory/lndustrial Factory/lndustrial Factory/lndustrial Space for Rent Space for Rent fUf Space for Rent Space for Rent Space for Rent FOR LEASE! Q O O Your perfect mobile companion for Business Space now on iPhone, iPad Android Devices! Download now at spacetobe.com.sg/mobileapp Available on the J
      1,300 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 11 Advertisements Column 2
      285 11 Paya Ubi Industrial Park SALE-Terrace Factories (Also for LEASE) 200 to 7500 sf own parking space (not inclusive in listed area) free parking with toilet $365 psf onwards Office: *****222 53 Ubi Ave 1 #01-11 CLEAN FACTORY, OFFICE CUM WAREHOUSE FOR RENT Area 350 18,800 sqft Nice facade, just TOP
      285 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 11 Advertisements Column 3
      1088 11 Properties RESIDENTIAL RENTALS COMM/FOREIGN/OTHERS Factory/lndustrial Space for Sale Factory/lndustrial Space for Sale Factory/lndustrial Space for Sale Factory/lndustrial Space for Sale AZ PAYA LEBAR^^h 1 st storey from $1,300 psf onwards Location Matters m m Good M$ .E ill nU k! a Ul Rare freehold ‘BT industrial space Directly opposite MacPherson
      1,088 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 11 Advertisements Column 4
      468 11 Office Space in Orchard for Lease μ Unit sizes from 280 sq ft to 775 sq ft μ Minutes walk to Orchard MRT Station μ Located just outside ERP Zone μ Prestigious building μ Agents welcome Call Wallace at 8511 8193 Medical Suites For Lease μ Fitted unit sizes from
      468 words
Page thumbnail Page 12
  • Page 12 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 1
      1307 12 S Office Space fifl Office Space flfl Office Space flfl Office Space for Rent dif for Rent (gif for Rent |fi|l for Rent Cap/taCommercial Trust Prime Office Space Choice Locations (fitted sub-divisible) NearTanjong Pagar MRT Stn Call: 6826 5861/6826 5761 SIX BATTERY RD 560 5,000 sq ft Above Raffles Place
      1,307 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 2
      552 12 69 s s?” 16? sjg?” I s?" Far East Organization INSPIRING BETTER LIVES w. MJ* Office Space at Central for Sale Tenanted, with immediate rental income Unit sizes from 646 sq ft to 13,337 sq ft Located above Clarke Quay MRT Station Completed project with panoramic views of the city
      552 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 3
      643 12 Properties COMM/FOREIGN/OTHERS 69 a»r 1169 a s „r 169 Mr Far East Organization INSPIRING BETTER LIVES WGT COQ5T RCIZfl F&B and Retail Space for Lease Proximity to dementi, Dover and Circle Line MRT Stations Easy accessibility via AYE and West Coast Highway Free shuttle bus services at designated pick-up points
      643 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 12 Advertisements Column 4
      457 12 CITY SQ MALL Farrer Pk MRT. 323, 581, 635, 1000, 1200, 2110 sf. Suits most trades. David 9451-1821 PN F&B 3400/8000sf Tg pagar Rd. Geylang Rd #2, 3000sf Citilink 947 sqft, $2650... www.*****200.com Tohst TOA PAYOH CTRL half-shop for rent. All trades. MRT/ Bus/ taxi. Always crowded. $6K only. Hurry!
      457 words
Page thumbnail Page 13
  • Page 13 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 13 Advertisements Column 1
      1688 13 Foreign Properties Foreign Properties Foreign Properties Foreign Properties Marina Living At Its Finest Puteri Cove Residences New Benchmark of Luxury! "Discovering Puteri Harbour, The Jewel of Iskandar" Seminar Date: 23 Oct Wednesday, 7.30pm Venue: 700 Beach Road #08-02 (Light refreshments provided) FREEHOLD RSVP: CHARLEMAGNE CHENG (CHARLES) 9692 1719(CEA: R*****6H) Foreign
      1,688 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 13 Advertisements Column 2
      1012 13 Properties COMM/FOREIGN/OTHERS Travel *7“ THAUAND ju Best promotions Wp Bangkok 3 Days $198 Choice of over 100 hotels from 3 to 5 star Deluxe Over 30 optional tours in around Bangkok to customise your holidays r Exclusive Promotions FREE Room Nights Pay 2 nights FREE 1 night selected hotels. Terms
      1,012 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 13 Advertisements Column 3
      50 13 581 Tours PHILLIPPINES Airfare Hotel Transfer B’fast 3D Manila FNE f r $228* 3D Palawan FNE f r $248* 3D Bohol FNE f r $258* 3D Cebu FNE f r $258* 3D Davao FNE fr $278* 3D Boracay FNE fr $288* 4D Manila Tagaytay fr $438* «g>*****808! enquiries@luxury.com.sg S www.luxury.com.sg
      50 words
Page thumbnail Page 14
  • Page 14 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 1
      2291 14 FOCAL GROUP OF TRAVEL AGENCIES THAILAND HONG KONG TOUR SELECTION Taxes: $135-$220 4D Bangkok/Amphawa Canal Market Return Airfare Daily Breakfast Round Trip Transfer sZS8 3N -Indra Regent (right in the centre of Pratunam Area) Every Thur 3 famous Thai Markets Renewed Amphawa Market Unseen Railway Market, Traditional Damnoen Saduek Floating
      2,291 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 2
      550 14 Travel >7" Education Tours Tours Tours I itH II J‘ 1 1 1 U fmniYerzaq I TOURISM I 7/8D Chinese New Year Special Dep: Jan 26,29,30,31 L 8D Korea Snow Experience 2 nights at 5* Ski Resort (include Ski equipment/Ski suit) Bibap Show, Water Theme Park Everland Dep: Jan 3,10,17,24
      550 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 3
      124 14 UNIAPOLIS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS UEN: *****1906W (26/4/2013 to 25/4/2014) LCCI Bookkeeping $188 Preparatory course 1. LCCI Group Diploma in Accounting 2. CAT/ACCA exam Tel: *****215/ *****962 PREPARATORY COURSE FOR LCCI Level 1 Cert in BookKeeping starts Nov. Call: BCS College 6241-4431 Regd. No. *****313G (16/6/2011-14/8/2014) GLOBAL IMPORT/ EXPORT Int’l Trade
      124 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 14 Advertisements Column 4
      502 14 TEACHERS, SCHOLARS, TOP GRADUATES Ask for only the best in education Specialized pte tuition for your educational needs Pri/ Sec/ JC Music etc All subjects available Call us at *****130 SMS *****461 or visit www.temasektutors.com GUIDES TUITION SERVICES Dedicated Tutors, Results Assured Sch Teachers, Fulltime Tutors, Undergrads. Dedicated, Committed and
      502 words
Page thumbnail Page 15
  • Page 15 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 15 Advertisements Column 1
      3525 15 >C* KATS NOTICES BUY IT-SELL IT-FIND IT Toll free 1800-289-8822 Email notices@sph.com.sg www.cats.com.sg/notices CORRIGENDUM With reference to the Singapore Turf Club Tender Notice advertised in the Straits Times on Wednesday, 16 October 2013: Provision of Broadband Network Service to Stream Racing Programs from Kranji to Off-Course Betting Centres for a
      3,525 words
Page thumbnail Page 16
  • Page 16 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 16 Advertisements Column 1
      2496 16 ISAra RECRUIT Executive Appointments 1800-289-8822 Classified Jobs 1800-289-9988 www.cats.com.sg/recruit BIG BOX International Toys retail and wholesale company Visual Merchandiser(Basic $1500 OT) ITE,“N” Level,“O” Level and above Possesses application skill in Adobe Photoshop Illustrator Execute visual merchandising roles in our outlets Creative, fast learner discipline in executing job within given time
      2,496 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 16 Advertisements Column 2
      820 16 Retail Sales Retail Sales 1 We are a regional distributor of luggage travel accessories and products in South East Asia. We are seeking highly motivated professionals to join us: Retail Sales Assistant Full-time Part-Time Basic OT Commission (Full-time) Requirements: Singaporean only GCE 'O' level or equivalent Bilingual possess good communication
      820 words
Page thumbnail Page 17
  • Page 17 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 17 Advertisements Column 1
      295 17 requires: 1) Accounts Officer Assistant 2) Front Office Assistants 3) Cooks 4) Room Maids (PT/FT) 5) Linen Maids (FT) 8am-4pm 6) General Cleaners (2 shifts) 7) Security Officers* Possess WSQ, NSRS (8 hrs shifts) For position 1, please email with detailed resume to: hm@ghihotels.com.sg For position 2 to 7, please
      295 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 17 Advertisements Column 2
      415 17 1. Shift Leader 2. Service Crew An established upmarket cosmopolitan cafe (part of a larger international group) with outlets mainly at business-parks large office complex seeks potential candidates for its business expansion diversification. Shift Leader:min ’N’ Level, with 2 yrs experience in a similar capacity or in other F&B jobs.
      415 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 17 Advertisements Column 3
      391 17 School Hostel in Potong Pasir requires: 1) CATERING ASST CUM DISHWASHER Shift work base 2)COOK Shift work: 1pm ¨C 9pm Singaporean only Mr Tang 8115 9139 Staff Cafeteria in Tuas requires: OUTLET CHEF Experience in local and western cuisine Able to start work immediately Patrick 9430 3230 Catering Co in
      391 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 17 Advertisements Column 4
      891 17 tjj Hair/ Beauty WLa Hair/ Beauty Oriental /DM Hair Solutions 1. Hair Consultants Basic Commission from $1,800 $8,000 2. Customer Service Officers Basic Commission from $1,500 $2,500 6 off days a month. Alternate $undays off Good Benefits. please call: 9710 1032 (position 1) 9101 4343 (position 2) Administrative/ Clerical Administrative/
      891 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 17 Advertisements Column 5
      836 17 ACCOUNT HR EXECUTIVE Responsibilities: μ Handling accounting duties full set of account and tax related matters μ General administrative support including co-coordinating of material procurement μ Processing of purchase orders, invoices, payroll μ Knowledge of UBS Accounting system μ Any ad-hoc duties as assigned Requirements: μ Proficient in Microsoft office
      836 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 17 Advertisements Column 6
      759 17 Classified Jobs <P We are an ISO9001, ISO*****, OHSAS*****, bizSAFE Star, People Developer and Singapore Quality Class certified leading mechanical engineering service provider. OPERATORS To operate and maintain a government water plant at the eastern part of Singapore. Work will be an 8 hours rotational shift. Must possess NTC or
      759 words
Page thumbnail Page 18
  • Page 18 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 18 Advertisements Column 1
      962 18 Warehousing/ CR I Warehousing/ Warehousing/ Hif Inventory/Logistics Inventory/ Logistics Inventory/Logistics tyoy, /j&infi on the rood? cBrUxcmmu Securing 'ibur Work! GET PAID DOING WHAT YOU LOVE! itfSjr '/r T -r e* m ii DOUBLE THE Uniform and civilian EXPOSURE positions through job rotation CAREER Grow together with PROGRESSION our fast-expanding J
      962 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 18 Advertisements Column 2
      689 18 Security Security Security Secure a future of possibilities with SATS At SATS, it’s a world of opportunities all in one place. For more than 60 years, our diverse operations in gateway services and food solutions worldwide have opened up unlimited opportunities for passion to soar. < i. i SECURITY SATS
      689 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 18 Advertisements Column 3
      400 18 SINGTEC SECURITY PTE LTD SECURITY SUPERVISORS (New Project Eunos) SECURITY OFFICERS (Day/ Night) Alps Avenue, Eunos, Thomson, Ayer Rajah, Jurong Pier, Tuas RELIEF OFFICERS-ALL AREAS$70+/day Weekly cash benefits Possess PLRD licence Walk-in 1 Lor 2 Toa Payoh Yellow Pages Bldg #01-01 (Beside Braddell MRT) TEL: 6545-2288 Japanese Company Requires 1)
      400 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 18 Advertisements Column 4
      266 18 $2.1K (D/N) OFFICER Required for Hotel Orchard Rd Relief Officer is also welcome Gerald 9106 9106 $1.9K $2.2K (D) Officer /Supervisor Required for Condo Leonie Hill. Call: Gana 92 3535 94 NIGHT PATROL OFFICER. Own trpt. Gross salary min $2.5k *****313(office hrs) JURONG PORT International rd Tuas/Gul/ Boon lay. Day
      266 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 18 Advertisements Column 5
      316 18 Estate Cleaner required islandwide Block Sweeper $1200 $1400 Block Washer $1400 $1800 6 days week (Sundays Public Holidays off) Interested pls walk in to 1 Bukit Batok Crescent #04-40 WCEGA Plaza Call: *****843 CLEANING PROFESSIONALS REQUIRED! Ê Good salary, benefits and working hours ÊExperience preferred but full training provided ÊImmediate
      316 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 18 Advertisements Column 6
      460 18 HIGH PAY 1) CLEANER 2) FLOATER 3) TEAM LEADER CENTRAL AREA Pls call 8228 4666 S’POREAN ONLY (NO AGENT PLEASE) SENIOR SUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR WANTED Working Jurong East area 3 to 5 Years Experience in cleaning Wages $2000-$3000 Interested Pls call: *****820 A) CLEANERS WANTED Shenton way Raffles Place China Town
      460 words
Page thumbnail Page 19
  • Page 19 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 1
      621 19 LEANERS REQUIRED AT Bugis Area. Interested please call *****276 *****465 C LOOKING FOR MORNING, afternoon night shift Cleaner at Woodlands. Please call: *****035 OFFICE CLEANER REQUIRED at Raffles Place. 6.30am5.30pm. 5 days. $1600 above. Call: *****821 1. SUPERVISOR 2. Cleaners required Bugis Attractive salary S’porean prefe rred *****235/ *****529 1.
      621 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 2
      289 19 FEW DESPATCH RIDERS w/ own bike. 5.5 day week. Working hrs 10.30am-7pm. $1800 p.m. 48 Toh Guan Road East, #06-98 or email: soh.alex@tidiki.com CLASS 4 DRIVER $2400. Experienced in delivery. Fit and strong. Stay West. S’porean welcome. No agt pls. *****208/ *****720 DRIVER. COLLECTING delivering items. Loading Penjuru. Interested, call
      289 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 3
      286 19 Wearealeadingengineeringservicecompany and we have the following vacancy: LEADER DRIVER (Stores) To provide logistical support. Have Class 3 and forklift driving licenses. 12 hours shift work in the eastern part of Singapore. Interested applicants please call HR Training Department at Tel: 6868-5778or6868-5775 for an appointment. PRIMEMOVERDRIVER EARN$2600ANDABOVE! WorkplaceinsidePSAPort Sponsorshipofbasiccourseandtraining allowanceprovided PSLEEnglishpassed
      286 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 4
      378 19 LORRY CRANE DRIVER Must have Class 4/ 5 driving license Hup Hin Transport Co P L Interested Pls call: 6799 5934 20 Benoi Road CLASS 3/ 4 BUS DRIVERS Full time Part time Salary OT Ang Bao Tel: *****555 WE ARE RECRUITING! URGENT! JOIN US NOW! CLASS 4 LORRY DRIVER
      378 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 5
      562 19 URGENTLY REQUIRES ENGLISH speaking Class 3, 4 and 5 Truck Drivers and Attendants. Prefer staying in Jurong area. *****964 REQUIRES DELIVERY DRIVER. Class 3 lic, familiar with roads, only S’porean. Walk-in: Nipo Int’l. 26 Jln Buroh #B1-100. *****880 DELIVERY DRIVER. CLASS 3 Asst. Prefer staying in Woodlands Yishun, liaise with
      562 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 6
      522 19 Student Jobs Avail! Weekly pay! $50 per day! 5 Days TEMP CARD TESTERS X 50 28 Oct 1 Nov 2013 Simple Jobscope Walk in interview 21 Jurong Gateway Road JURONG CPF BLDG #03-09 Mon Fri 9am 5pm or call 6665 0650/ SMS *****612 Kelly Services (01C4394) MOE Schools Islandwide 1.
      522 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 7
      537 19 Soar through a work of possibilities At SATS, it’s a world of opportunities all in one place. For more than 60 years, our diverse operations in gateway services and food solutions worldwide have opened up unlimited opportunities for passion to soar. Other Positions Other Positions Other Positions PASSENGER SERVICES Trainee
      537 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 8
      174 19 Lubricant Grease Manufacturing Co requires following positions: 1) Production Operators 2)General Workers 3)Forklift Drivers No experience required Training Provided Willing to work in Tuas Alternate Sat off Interested applicants please walk in interview between 3-5 pm (Tue-Thu) 150 Tuas South Ave 5 Singapore *****3 Tel: 6499 7015 Frozen Food Company
      174 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 19 Advertisements Column 9
      460 19 BEVERAGES COMPANY EUNOS NEEDED 1.ACCOUNTANT (Experience needed) 2.SALES EXEC 3.DRIVER 4.STORE ASST *****773 Estab Credit Mgmt Co Due to expansion, we are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team: FIELD OFFICERS Own transport, preferably with motorcycle. Good communication skills Basic trpt allowance Pls call Rozana 6336 5073 on
      460 words
Page thumbnail Page 20
  • Article, Illustration
    Lock icon Look your best
    705 20  -  A great first impre ion can give you an edge in sales Article by Joshua Luke Article by Joshua Luke, an award-winning trainer and personal branding specialist with Richard Gavriel Speaker Management. He regularly conducts training in image presentation, social etiquette and more. To contact him, e-mail
    705 words
  • Page 20 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 20 Advertisements Column 1
      877 20 Classified Jobs 1800-289-9988 www.cats.com.sg/recruit Executive Appointments 1800-289-8822 Upcoming CATS Recruit job features: L*ATa CatsClassified The Straits Times CATS Classified app allows Careers for You A list of career opportunities found in Saturday’s (19 October) issue of the CATS Recruit Company Name Contact Information Job Title Company Name Contact Information Job
      877 words
    • Advertisement
      Lock icon Page 20 Advertisements Column 2
      49 20 To send article contributions, comments, views and story ideas, e-mail recruit3@sph.com.sg When you contribute to CATS Recruit in The Straits Times, we take it that you agree, at no charge, to allow us to use, archive, resell or reproduce the letters and contributions in anyway and in any medium.
      49 words