Streats, 24 May 2002
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Title Section12 2002-05-24 1 Streats FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2002 Hotline: 1800-844-5566 E-mail: streats@sph.com.sg MITA (P) 240/03/200212 words
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Article, Illustration718 2002-05-24 1 Philip Lee; Sonny Phua - PAS visit: Minister says Zulfikar playing with fire By Philip Lee Sonny Phua MR ZULFIKAR Mohamad Shariff, the former head of the Fateha Muslim group here, is “playing with fire” by hosting a visiting Malaysian political party delegation. And in doing so, Dr Yaacob Ibrahim, the Minister-in-Charge718 words
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MORNING RUSH
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121 2002-05-24 1 THE Government is to relax slightly its tight control of share ownership of newspaper and broadcasting companies. It plans to allow companies or individuals to own up to 5 per cent of the shares in these organisations. The limit now is 3 per cent.121 words
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104 2002-05-24 1 MUSLIM parents who wish to engage private religious teachers for their children will soon be able to check the website of the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis) for a list of qualified teachers. Making the announcement in Parliament yesterday, Acting Minister for Community104 words
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Article66 2002-05-24 1 CERTIFICATE of entitlement (COE) prices fell on Wednesday. The biggest drop of $2,000 was for cars above 1,600 cc Their COE price is now $38,001. The prices for the other categories are: $33,401 for cars 1.6 litre and below (down by $1,599), $38,399 for open category (down66 words
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Advertisement10 2002-05-24 1 Ireland no longer keen on captain Keane. Why? PAGE 3810 words
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STREATS local
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Article354 2002-05-24 2 Wendy Tan - s33Bm clearly for taxes and not as a gift, says regulator By Wendy Tan THE Telecommunication Authority of Singapore (TAS) made an “honest mistake”, resulting in the “unjust enrichment” of Sing Tel and the money should be returned. So argued senior counsel Davinder Singh, representing the354 words
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Article, Illustration242 2002-05-24 2 Soraya Salim - B y Soraya Salim INCREASES in parking fees and ERP charges were hotly debated on Wednesday at the Feedback Unit’s dialogue for English-speaking heartlanders meant to discuss the Budget Statement. An issue raised at the twohour session chaired by MP Halimah Yacob (Jurong GRC) and Mr242 words
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Article74 2002-05-24 2 AN off-duty plainclothes policeman shot himself in the head with his service revolver after an argument with his wife at her office yesterday. Staff Sergeant Chan Chung Hwa, 28, went to the Central Manpower Base in Depot Road at 6.45 pm to meet his 26-year-old wife. A74 words
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Article, Illustration424 2002-05-24 3 Sonny Phua - By Sonny Phua THIS heatwave has claimed one life of Bebe, a dog. He died after finishing The New Paper Big Walk in Sunday’s blistering heat. Bebe’s picture appeared on Monday’s issue of The New Papers, wearing a snazzy pair of sunglasses,424 words
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158 2002-05-24 3 Cara van Miriah - By Cara van Miriah MONTHS before actress Andrea De Cruz, 27, suffered liver failure, she was selected to be an emcee for the National Day Parade on Aug 9, along with other celebrities Gurmit Singh, Sharon Au, Adrian Pang and Haney Alhadad. But because Andrea158 words
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304 2002-05-24 4 THE Singapore Retailers Association (SRA) wants the Government to delay the introduction of a higher goods and services tax (GST) rate. So far it has failed to persuade the authorities of the merit of its case. But now, the association is looking to304 words
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Article, Illustration68 2002-05-24 4 Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong and former US president Bill Clinton share a light moment last night at the Fullerton Hotel. The Prime Minister was hosting a dinner for Mr Clinton at the hotel’s Jade Restaurant With them is Minister for Trade and Industry George Yeo. Mrsri - 68 words
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Article, Illustration157 2002-05-24 4 AT least three of eight former Nominated Members of Parliament (NMPs) are not seeking another term. Former NMPs unionist Thomas Thomas, businessman Tay Beng Chuan and tax consultant Noris Ong are bowing out. Four of the other five have confirmed that they are in157 words
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Article345 2002-05-24 4 Khushwant Singh - Remittance agent faces 62 new charges By Khushwant Singh FORMER remittance agent Lam Chen Fong, 29, was hit with 62 new dishonesty charges yesterday and his case has been moved to the High Court. Lam now faces a total of 1,216 charges involving criminal345 words
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Article154 2002-05-24 4 IT was 5.30 am, but the driver of a Malaysian-registered MPV arrived at the Tuas checkpoint dressed in office attire. This alerted Customs officers, who were on the lookout for a VCD smuggler who fitted his description. His female passenger, dressed like a housewife, further154 words
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Advertisement28 2002-05-24 2 DrMMedicine Man ‘I know many people want to know what pills I take...' Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, 75. talking about the secret behind his stamina PAGE 2628 words
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Advertisement134 2002-05-24 3 mm iy D i SPECIAL MILK FORMULA WITH ADDED J VITAMINS AND DHA FOR CHILDREN ao 0 0 O o HOT-KID HOT-KID ORIGINAL MILK FRUIT JUICE FLAVORED Mil HOT-KID APPLE JUICE AVORED MILK ft Article Extract From “The Straits Times” April 14th, 2001 THE STUDY ♦lnfants whose mothers had high134 words
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STREATS parliament
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Article, Illustration278 2002-05-24 5 Deepa Vijiyasingam - Childcare help to ease parents’ load Reports by Deepa Vijiyasingam PARENTING will be easier with plans for more childcare centres, flexible funding, training programmes for people such as maids and even a babysitting scheme. From next year, the Government will introduce a scheme that will allow278 words
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145 2002-05-24 5 SINGAPOREANS are generally satisfied with race relations and comfortable with neighbours of different races, according to a survey by the Ministry of Community Development and Sports (MCDS) between January and June last year. Nine out of 10 Singaporeans were generally satisfied with race relations. t145 words
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144 2002-05-24 5 – Sarah Ng - WHY NOT... Sarah Ng SINGAPORE POOLS should be the long-term financial provider for sports promotion here. With its large earning capacity $l4O million before tax last year the company could do more than it currently does for sports, MP Tan Soo Khoon (East144 words
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Article, Illustration318 2002-05-24 5 Funds for co-ops serving the aged CO-OPERATIVES running daycare centres or home-help services for the elderly will soon receive funding from the Government. From July, co-ops running such services will be eligible for government subsidies to cover part of their operating costs. Currently, these subsidies are318 words
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PARLIAMENT DEBRIEF
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Article75 2002-05-24 5 A CODE of conduct will be drawn up for voluntary welfare organisations (VWOs). The Ministry of Community Development and Sports is working with the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) on the code of good governance. NCSS is also developing guidelines and organising workshops for VWOs, on75 words
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Article85 2002-05-24 5 YOU will soon be able to make donations to your favourite charity online through a portal on the e-Citizen website. The website, to be launched by the end of this year, will also have information about the charities. Charities and Instituitions of Public Character (IPCs) may also soon85 words
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Article97 2002-05-24 5 THE Infocomm Development Authority is re-examining the implications of allowing cellphone users to retain their number when they switch networks. Replying to a question from MP Tan Soo Khoon (East Coast GRC), Acting Minister for Information, Communications and the Arts David Lim said full portability of numbers would97 words
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STREATS financial
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423 2002-05-24 6 STI: 1,717.78 W 19.72 Reuters SHARES closed lower yesterday as blue chips eased in thin volume on worries about economic recovery and the global security situation, but Wes Tech Electronics made a spectacular debut. “You have a technical picture that’s not friendly and a– Reuters - 423 words
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Article367 2002-05-24 6 Share doubles in first day’s trading Reuters SHARES of Wes Tech Electronics almost doubled in huge volumes in the first day of trade yesterday, reigniting concerns of a speculative bubble surrounding the debut of smaller stocks. Mr Samuel Wong, vice-president of sales at Man Financial, said– Reuters - 367 words
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308 2002-05-24 6 Reuters SINGAPORE’S latest regulatory changes to raise disclosure levels for new share offers, easing rules governing debt issues and sales of foreign funds will boost its capital markets, analysts said yesterday. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said yesterday it would allow fund managers– Reuters - 308 words
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Article26 2002-05-24 6 'AS AT MAY 23 US$: 551.795 552.616 EURO: 551.659 Ss: DM1.234 Ss: 69.19 YEN Ss: RM2.117 Ss: HK54.344 Ss: 23.84 BAHT Ss: 5,013 RUPIAH26 words
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MONEY SCAN
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Article99 2002-05-24 6 Reuters JAPAN’S trade surplus with the rest of Asia shot up 93.1 per cent year-on-year in April, boosted by fierce demand for industrial raw materials and strong car exports to China, the Finance Ministry said yesterday. The surplus with Asia reached 318.8 billion yen (554.5 billion) in– Reuters - 99 words
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Article67 2002-05-24 6 Reuters KEPPEL Telecommunications and Transportation said yestersday it planned to raise as much as $9OO million from the sale of non-core assets to focus on network engineering and to pay off its debt. KepTel, a unit of conglomerate Keppel Corp, said it expects to divest its shipping– Reuters - 67 words
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Article74 2002-05-24 6 Reuters SINGAPORE’S consumer price index (CPI) dropped 1.1 per cent in April versus a year ago due mainly to lower housing and transportation costs, but falls are likely to narrow going forward, analysts said yesterday. A lower base in the second half last year and higher– Reuters - 74 words
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STREATS medical
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Article82 2002-05-24 8 Reuters SYDNEY Despite rectal bleeding being a sign of possible colon cancer, three-quarters of adults with the symptom don’t go to the doctor, researchers in Sydney reported this week. “It’s a worry that people aren’t consulting their doctors to find out the cause of rectal bleeding,”– Reuters - 82 words
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Article38 2002-05-24 8 HEALTH FACT THIS is Singapore’s most common cancer, affecting both sexes alike. Between 1993 and 1997, some 5,000 cases were diagnosed here, most in people above 45. Those under 20 tend to have a hereditary form.38 words
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Article, Illustration257 2002-05-24 8 ‘Sterne water may contain microbes Reuters EAU CLAIRE, Wisconsin Just because water comes in a bottle doesn’t mean it’s sterile, a US expert cautioned this week. “There is a misconception that bottled water is free from microbes. It is not,” said Dr Fred Rosenberg of the California Lutheran– Reuters - 257 words
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Article151 2002-05-24 8 QHow can cervical cancer be prevented? A The risk of cervical cancer can be reduced if a woman has only one partner, who also remains faithful to her. In cases of multiple partners, viral infections can be passed on, putting partners at higher risk. Viral infections like human151 words
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Advertisement106 2002-05-24 10 TRILOGY RIN< NOW Q 'i rs m a In conjunction with the Great Singapore Sale, spend a minimum of $3OO nett and get a $250 discount voucher from Star Cruises redeemable on Super Star Virgo and also enjoy up to $2BO savings on Fly Cruise package. .JMik TUSEN TRAVEL wEm106 words
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STREATS vocal
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Article122 2002-05-24 12 THE opening of the Toa Payoh air-conditioned bus interchange could not have come at a better time now that temperatures are soaring. With this new bus interchange and two more to be completed later, in Sengkang and Ang Mo Kio estates, noise and air pollution122 words
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Article, Illustration206 2002-05-24 12 I DISAGREE with Transport Minister Yeo Cheow Tong’s assessment that evening traffic exceeds the capacity of the Central Expressway (CTE). Other drivers and I who use the CTE every evening will contend that the congestion on the artery during peak hours is due simply206 words
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Article184 2002-05-24 12 UNLIKE others, I have had very few problems with the ez-link system. I bought my $l5 card from the booth at the MRT access gates a week after they were introduced. I did not queue or show any form of identification. The convenience was easily184 words
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Article34 2002-05-24 12 IN our report “What a crush!” (Streats, May 6), we identified the two men with stars Apple Hong, Gabby Lee, Michelle Chia and Irin Gan as Turkish. The two men are actually Persian.34 words
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Advertisement54 2002-05-24 12 Have Your Say Streats is pleased to publish your views. To be heard, email us at streats@sph.comsg or write to The Editor, Streats, 1000 Toa Payoh North, Singapore*****4. You should include your name, address and contact number. Contributions should comprise no more than 200 words. Letters sent to other publications54 words
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STREATS regional
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Article126 2002-05-24 14 AFP MANILA An Abu Sayyaf gangleader has been captured, Philippine security forces said yesterday. Noor Muhamad Umog was nabbed while leaving a restaurant on Wednesday in a joint police-military operation, military spokesman Colonel Noel Detoyato and regional police chief Senior Superintendent Bartolome Baluyot said. Umog is– AFP - 126 words
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Article392 2002-05-24 14 A 1 Qfleda has toehold in Indonesia: US official Reuters CANBERRA Osama bin Laden’s A 1 Qaeda terror network is searching for a new haven, a US counter-terrorism expert said yesterday. It may have already found prospects of a new home in Singapore’s closest neighbour– Reuters - 392 words
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REGIONAL DEBRIEF
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Article52 2002-05-24 14 AP A JAPAN Airlines jet with 216 passengers flew so close to Hongkong’s highest mountain that air traffic control had to warn the pilot to change course, officials said yesterday. The DC-10 came within 3.7 km of fog-covered Tai Mo Shan, said a Civil Aviation Department– AP - 52 words
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Article65 2002-05-24 14 AP SEVEN firecrackers found in the toilet of a United Airlines jet that flew in to Hongkong from Chicago with 335 people aboard were too small to have caused major damage, officials said yesterday. They were found during a routine inspection after the Boeing 747-400 landed on Tuesday– AP - 65 words
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Article, Illustration38 2002-05-24 14 Angel Enga Lokey soaring above the Melbourne skyline yesterday as part of the city’s Next Wave Festival. The event will feature an Angel Colony which will spend 10 days 150 m above the ground38 words
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Article, Illustration40 2002-05-24 19 What began as a bid to seek asylum by Kim Han Mi’s North Korean family (left) at the Japanese consulate in Shenyang, China, on May 8 ended happily at Seoul airport yesterday in the arms of her grandfather40 words
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Article368 2002-05-24 19 PAS backs speaker’s wedding KOTA BAKU The uncertainty over the future of Kelantan State Assembly Speaker Wan Abdul Rahim Wan Abdullah due to his marriage has blown over. Last month he was sentenced by the Syariah court in Kelantan to three days in jail and fined RM 1,800368 words
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Article182 2002-05-24 19 JOHOR BARU Singapore’s Agri-food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) has agreed to set up a green lane for fruits and vegetables imported from Malaysian farms accredited with the Agriculture Ministry. This will allow the produce to enter Singapore without undergoing further checks at the republic’s entry182 words
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Article95 2002-05-24 19 AP SEOUL At least 2,000 hospital workers yesterday joined a walkout by metal, chemical and other industry workers who are demanding wage hikes and better working conditions. However, transport and other services around the country operated normally, and there was a wide divergence in government and– AP - 95 words
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117 2002-05-24 19 Reuters KUALA LUMPUR Malaysia has extended an amnesty for illegal immigrants to give them more time to arrange passage home before new laws and punishments, including whipping, come into effect, government officials said yesterday. A campaign since March to drive out an estimated 600,000 illegals– Reuters - 117 words
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STREATS global
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Article212 2002-05-24 20 Two killed; fuel truck bombed AP TEL AVIV Two civilians were killed and 27 wounded in two separate terrorist bombings in Israel yesterday. The first attack, in Israel’s Rishon Letzion city, was by a Palestinian suicide bomber who struck in a public garden full of chess– AP - 212 words
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Article, Illustration245 2002-05-24 20 Wire services WASHINGTON The body of intern Chandra Levy (right), who had a close relationship with US Republican congressman Gary Condit (left) before she vanished more than a year ago, was found on Wednesday in a park where she jogged. Police said the skeletal remains, clothing– Wire services; AFP | - 245 words
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Article, Illustration40 2002-05-24 21 Police removing protesters trying to block a street during a demonstration against US President George WBush’s visit to Berlin yesterday. Mr Bush appealed for unity between the US and its European allies to fight global terrorism jdrjdr - 40 words
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Article315 2002-05-24 21 No talks with Pakistan, but... Wire services NEW DELHI Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee has stepped back from the strong military posturing that has marked his stance on the disputed state of Kashmir. Yesterday he ended his visit to Kashmir on a note of– Wire services - 315 words
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Article30 2002-05-24 21 ap NEW information shows that the hijackers of a plane which crashed on Sept 11 planned to slam the jet into the White House, US sources said. ap– ap - 30 words
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Article29 2002-05-24 21 Reuters HANS Rausing, Britain’s second richest man, blew £l2 million ($31.5 million) on a party for 600 guests on a cruise ship, reports said yesterday. Reuters– Reuters - 29 words
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Article21 2002-05-24 21 -afp NEPAL’S King Gyanendra has disbanded the 205member parliament on the orders of Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba. afp-afp - 21 words
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Article, Illustration867 2002-05-24 23 India-Pakistan war clouds Reuters LONDON Faced with crushing defeat by an army twice the size of its own, might Pakistan resort to a nuclear strike against India? Unlikely, said Western defence analysts. Despite warlike rhetoric and a huge military build-up, the chances of such an escalation from– Reuters; AFP - 867 words
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167 2002-05-24 26 AP KUALA LUMPUR At 75, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad boasts admirable stamina. From visiting Antarctica to gruelling diplomatic tours he can take the rough with the smooth. What is the secret behind his energy? Vitamins and not smoking, says Dr Mahathir, have helped– AP - 167 words
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124 2002-05-24 26 Reuters BAKU, Azerbaijan Pope John Paul has vowed to fight for peace to his last breath. This statement, the papal spokesman said, was a pledge never to resign. “As long as I have breath within me I shall cry out: ‘Peace in– Reuters - 124 words
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Article, Illustration577 2002-05-24 28 Celebrities don’t go to sales. They get special discounts anyway or that’s the common perception. But, as DIANA SER finds out, when celebs go shopping, they often bag some trouble as well Patricia Mok, plays Haolian aka Hao Leanne in Mr Kiasu She found I WAS walking577 words
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Article, Illustration381 2002-05-24 28 Cara van Miriah - Themed shows to put fun into the B v Cara van Miriah IT’S here again: The chance to shop till you drop. The Great Singapore Sale (GSS) opens today, offering discounts of up to 70 per cent at thousands of stores until July 7. Organisers Singapore Retailers Association381 words
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Article, Illustration251 2002-05-24 29 HONGKONG actress Cecilia Cheung turns 22 today. Among her birthday presents which doubtless, will be aplenty will be a limited edition Mini Cooper imported from Japan. The gift comes from Nicholas Tse. Reports from Hongkong said that the car has been done up in a factory inReuters; Re»rt*fs - 251 words
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Article, Illustration178 2002-05-24 29 BLINK and you might have missed it. You read a few days earlier about how Britney couldn’t live without Justin Timberlake. About how the time apart was “a living nightmare”. Well, she’s “totally over him now”, The Sun reported yesterday. Britney was furious after findingAFP - 178 words
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Article, Illustration465 2002-05-24 30 JUDI LOW - Stylish eating on a shoestring JUDI LOW Looking to impress in the kitchen on a budget? Judi Low’s recipes for stylish, nutritions, yummy meals that are easy to make and cost $lO or less for four servings will see you through these tough times MASHED potato is aClarence Chan - 465 words
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Article, Illustration533 2002-05-24 32 Diana Ser - From today, the Lion City becomes Lelong City with the launch of the sixweek long Great Singapore Sale. In the cool and chic interior of Raffles City, we sniffed out the hottest hays By Diana Ser RECESSION or not, one thing you have to admit: It? Francis Lee - 533 words
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Article, Illustration98 2002-05-24 35 School holidays start this weekend. As we madly SMS our friends to swap plans, it’s good to remember that on this day, in 1844, Mr Samuel Morse dispatched the first telegraphic message over a line from Washington DC, to Baltimore. In Singapore it’s thunderstorms everywhere exceptPic Clarence Chan - 98 words
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Article134 2002-05-24 35 Visit 16 museums all in one place. Museum Fest from today to Sunday at Suntec City atrium outside Carrefour has mini-exhibitions displaying Singapore’s heritage, history, culture and the arts. Entry to the Singapore History Museum, Singapore Art Museum, Asian Civilisations Museum and the Singapore Philatelic Museum will134 words
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Article74 2002-05-24 35 THE SECOND CITY DBS Arts Centre Till Sunday, Bpm Tickets at $55, $45, $4O and $35 Call Ticket Charge at 6296-2929 Get an insight to one of the finest comedic traditions in North America. The Second City is an eight-member ensemble known for its irreverent and hilarious satire and74 words
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Article, Illustration177 2002-05-24 35 PUPPET SHOW: NE ZHA Drama Centre Today till Sunday, 3pm (Sat and Sun) and 8pm Tickets at $18, $15 and $12 (children and senior citizens) Call TicketCharge at 6296-2929 Arts group The Finger Players are known for transforming everyday objects into puppets. In this colourful tale of Ne Zha,177 words
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Article61 2002-05-24 35 FUSION 2002 Nanyang Polytechnic (180, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 8) Today and tomorrow, 10am Visit www.fusion2oo2.nyp.edu.sg Graduating students from the Nanyang Polytechnic’s School of Design showcase their creative portfolios in animation, games design, interactive media and industrial design. Those keen for some action can try your hands at the61 words
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Article, Illustration120 2002-05-24 35 SPIRIT: STALLION OF THE CIMARRON Singapore Zoological Gardens Theatrette Lawn Tomorrow, 6.30 pm Tickets at $2l and $ll (includes entry to the zoo and Night Safari) Call Sistic at 6348-5555 Enjoy an animated film about horses, among horses. The makers of last year’s wildly popular Shrek which clinched an120 words
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Article, Illustration55 2002-05-24 36 10pm, Channel 5 It’s all over the Internet and the papers so we won’t be spoiling anything by saying that V for Vecepia is also V for victory. But watch this three-hour special (which includes the finale and a two-hour reunion) anyway, if only for the comments from55 words
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Article87 2002-05-24 36 10pm, Central This Akira Kurosawa classic has been cited by George Lucas as a key inspiration for his Star Wars saga. The distance is surprisingly small between the galaxy far, far away and Akira’s depiction of mediaeval Japan. His Princess Yuki is the model for Queen Amidala.87 words
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Article71 2002-05-24 36 10pm, Channel i Disenchanted by life, three buddies go on a cattle drive in the wild west together to sort out their problems. When they have to deal with the unexpected death of their trail leader, the destruction of the food wagon and the desertion of71 words
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Article, Illustration343 2002-05-24 36 AP HE’S depressed, he’s repressed, he’s bored, he’s boring, he hates his wife and he hates his life. That, basically, is the lot of Warren Schmidt, the Nebraska retiree played by Jack Nicholson in Alexander Payne’s dark new comedy, About Schmidt. It ranks among the least– AP; Reuters - 343 words
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Article, Illustration123 2002-05-24 36 ALLEY BAR 2 Emerald Hill Tel: 6732-6966 www.papajoes.com.sg Nearest MRT station: Somerset LOCATED at Peranakan Place, Alley Bar makes a good retreat from Orchard Road even though it’s practically in the thick of the hustle and bustle. This is a haven for many yuppies and executives who drop123 words
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Miscellaneous439 2002-05-24 35 Yourdailyhoroscope by Kelli Fox at Astrology .com If today’s your birthday, you share it with... Cecilia Cheung AQUARIUS JAN 20-FEB 18 You look through the same window as Capricorn and see a completely different vista. Passing trends only make you worry about permanence. PISCES FEB 19-MAR 20 Everyone that matters439 words
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World Cup 2002
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203 2002-05-24 38 Wire services LONDON England’s World Cup campaign was on the verge of chaos last night. It was revealed on Wednesday that David Beckham was behind schedule in his recovery from a broken foot. He is almost certain to miss the opening match against Sweden– Wire services - 203 words
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Article, Illustration651 2002-05-24 38 Midfielder pays price for outbursts -AFP LONDON Ireland captain Roy Keane has been sensationally sent home from the World Cup following a scathing attack on his country’s preparations for the tournament, Irish football officials said. Keane left Ireland’s training camp on Saipan island in-AFP - 651 words
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Article, Illustration522 2002-05-24 43 Team officials switch training sites thrice, demand more facilities -AP KUALA LUMPUR Brazil has trained on three different fields this week. And two more facilities are on standby for the demanding, four-time World Cup champion. Despite the changes, one thing is constant: nagging injuries keep popping-AP; Reuters - 522 words
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195 2002-05-24 43 -AFP SEOUL Fifa president Sepp Blatter made a new plea for top players to get fewer matches and protection from fouls yesterday as England and other top nations nursed a growing World Cup injury list. England’s injury jinx struck again when Danny Murphy became-AFP - 195 words
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Article, Illustration230 2002-05-24 45 JAPAN RUSSIA TUNISIA BELGIUM days to go In the last of the series on World Cup countdown, Streats focuses on Belgium, the team which could push Russia to second spot in Group H. It has got past thefirst round in all hut one of the last five World230 words
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Article, Illustration698 2002-05-24 44 No big stars, but Belgium confident it can make the knockout stage from ordinary group Wire services BRUSSELS Injuries to key players and a dearth of truly world-class players have not dented Belgium’s hopes of maintaining a proud record at the World Cup. While no one– Wire services; AFC; Reuters - 698 words
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Article, Illustration131 2002-05-24 45 LIKE the US, Russia may be an Olympic powerhouse. But when it comes to football, the Russians are poor cousins to their European counterparts France, Italy and Spain. With days to go before the finals, they are sweating on the fitness of their most influential player, Alexander Mostovoi, who131 words
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Article, Illustration139 2002-05-24 45 ASIAN Cup winner, World Youth Cup runner-up and Confederations Cup finalist. World Cup champion? Ever since the “white witch doctor” Philippe Troussier took over, the Japanese have become one of the most improved teams over the last decade. Their first World Cup was in 1998, but they returned to139 words
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Article, Illustration131 2002-05-24 45 THE “Eagles of Carthage”, as the Tunisians are known, had the easiest qualifying campaign compared to the four other African finalists. The luck of the draw again favoured them as they find themselves with European lightweights Belgium, Russia and host Japan. Still, they are likely first round casualties, following131 words
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Article, Illustration292 2002-05-24 47 Tan Kim Han - From 19 before last month’s launch, figure climbs to 30 Tan Kim Han MORE schools are taking part in the Streats-NTUC Income S-League Schools Outreach programme. It involves S-League players conducting coaching sessions for their neighbouring primary schools as part of community bonding. It started292 words
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Article125 2002-05-24 47 VETERAN Rafi Ali has left bottom club Gombak United, which yesterday welcomed new coach Jimmy Pearson of Australia. Rafi, the national vice-captain last year, gave personal reasons for his resignation. Pearson’s arrival ends the Bulls’ search for a coach since Croatian Ivan Raznevich’s resignation in late February.125 words
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