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Title Section12 2002-08-16 1 Streats FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2002 Hotline: 1800-844-5566 E-mail: streats@sph.com.sg MITA (P) 240/03/200212 words
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Article, Illustration794 2002-08-16 1 i Zubaidah Nazeer - VIP, cops, newsmen fuss over abandoned boy. But his futureYemains uncertain By_ i Zubaidah Nazeer THIS is the face that has touched the hearts of everyone on both sides of the Causeway who has read his story. This is the boy who has charmedST - 794 words
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Article85 2002-08-16 1 Bernama MALAYSIA yesterday announced that it would develop the Universal Studios’ theme park project in Johor jointly with Singapore. Malaysia’s Tourism Minister Abdul Kadir Sheikh Fadzir said in Singapore that the project “which is worth billions of ringgit” would be a private sector initiative between– Bernama - 85 words
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Article93 2002-08-16 1 Reuters THERE is almost no chance of a double-dip recession in the US and growth in the second half of this year will clearly point to recovery, according to research by The Conference Board. In its latest snapshot on the economy released on Wednesday, the business– Reuters - 93 words
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STREATS local
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Article306 2002-08-16 2 Chua Kong Ho - Things looking up, SCI poll shows By Chua Kong Ho MORE jobs are likely to be available, mostly in small and medium firms, in the next few months, with retrenchments easing off at the same time. But the job increase will be marginal for now, according306 words
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Article, Illustration339 2002-08-16 2 Wendy Tan - FROM PAGE ONE By Wendy Tan THE mother of the three-year-old boy abandoned at a bus stop in Johor Barn on Wednesday was arrested an hour later at the Woodlands Checkpoint for drug and forgery offences. Singaporean Eyu Shuet Mui, 40, a known drug addict, was arrested'■•w sr; rST; ST - 339 words
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Article159 2002-08-16 2 – Wendy Tan - Wendy Tan ALTHOUGH those who took care of three-year-old abandoned boy, Ming Hong, described him as “cheerful”, he might be suffering from what a psychiatrist described yesterday as “stranger anxiety”. This usually happens to kids aged between nine months and three years when in the company of159 words
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Article, Illustration384 2002-08-16 3 Deepa Vijiyasingam - New Downtown By_ Deepa Vijiyasingam THE Singapore skyline will never be the same again. The Government has ambitious plans to develop a new waterfront business district around Marina Bay to bolster Singapore’s position as an integrated business and financial hub. National Development Minister Mah Bow384 words
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Article193 2002-08-16 3 IMAGINE being able to work and play in the same area, with the added benefit of being close to the sea. That’s what the new business and financial centre at Marina Bay will be able to offer. Envisaged by the Government as “an efficient193 words
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Article473 2002-08-16 4 Seats for rest issue: Airline not forcing crew into economy SIA yesterday said it had offered to compensate pilots who would have to take their meals or rest in economy class when there are no seats available in the first and business class. This473 words
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Article99 2002-08-16 4 RAFFLES Institution has done it again, topping the Special/Express stream category in the Ministry of Education’s annual ranking of secondary schools. Catholic High and Bukit Batok Secondary were among the most improved schools. Catholic High moved to 14 from 22 last year while Bukit Batok Secondary leapt from99 words
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Article47 2002-08-16 4 1. Raffles Institution (1) 2. Raffles Girls’ (2) 2. The Chinese High (4) 4. Nanyang Girls’ High (3) 5. Dunman High (5) 6. River Valley High (6) 7. Methodist Girls’(B) 8. CHIJ St Nicholas (7) 9. Anglo-Chinese (Indep) (10) 10. S’pore Chinese Girls’ (8)47 words
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Article50 2002-08-16 4 1. Xinmin (1) 2. Nan Hua (7) 3. Ngee Ann (3) 4. Ang Mo Kio (17) 4. Presbyterian High (4) 6. Dunman (14) 7. CHIJ St Theresa’s (13) 8. St Anthony’s Canossian (8) 9. CHIJ Katong Convent 10. CHIJ St Joseph’s Convent Last year’s rank in brackets50 words
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Article, Illustration282 2002-08-16 4 YongHuiMien - YongHuiMien A NON-STARTER. That was how MPs and private bus operators described the Public Transport Council (PTC) guidelines on private operators in the feeder bus market. Among the reasons offered: Feeder routes are unprofitable; the guidelines mean costly new bus purchases, and the282 words
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Article117 2002-08-16 4 Gary Lim - Reports by i Gary Lim A FORMER Economic Development Board (EDB) official who allegedly accepted $380,000 in bribes was charged in court yesterday morning. Andrew Goh Keng Guan, 45, was the assistant head of the Talent Group with the Resource Development Division at EDB, responsible117 words
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Article117 2002-08-16 4 THE husband of a 50-year-old woman found dead in a Yishun flat was charged in court with murder yesterday. Jaganathan Subrayan, 48, a technician, was found in the Intensive Care Unit of the Singapore General Hospital, where he was receiving treatment for lacerations on his forehead.117 words
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251 2002-08-16 6 Janice Wong - By_ Janice Wong HOME buyers are in for a treat. ABN Amro has cut its first year floating rate for home loans from 1.88 per cent to 1.33 per cent. This comes soon after UOB’s move cutting its fixed and floating rate to251 words
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Article205 2002-08-16 6 Khushwant Singh - Reports by Khushwant Singh INCENSE paper burning during the Hungry Ghost Festival over the last two years has accounted for about 70 fires more than the monthly average of 425 to 440 fires. Although all housing estates have been equipped with special bins, there are205 words
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159 2002-08-16 6 TOO many people are calling for emergency ambulance services when there is no emergency. This could delay the response time to a genuine emergency, Singapore Civil Defence Force Commissioner James Tan said yesterday. He urged those not requiring emergency services to call the 1777 non-emergency hotline,159 words
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STREATS financial
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Article50 2002-08-16 8 RISES Ranked by Stocks Closing (0) Gen Mag 20c 7 40.0 Strike W*****0 2 33.3 BakerTech20c 13 30.0 Eastgate W*****1 7 16.7 IRE Corp 10c 7 16.7 LionAsiapac25c 14 16.7 Asia Dekor HK15c 4 14.3 LKN-Primefield20c 4 14.3 Noel Gifts 10c 13.5 12.5 Circuits Plus W***** 5 11.1 £jgsg»Hrag8Bi&e smam50 words
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Article42 2002-08-16 8 FALLS Ranked by Stocks Closing Rotol 10c 6 -33.3 SembCorpDBeCW03 3 -25.0 Nobel Design5c 13.5 -22.9 Mediastream 5c 3 -14.3 Teamsphere 5c 9 -14.3 Kyosha HK50c 13 -13.3 HuaKok 5c 7.5 -11.8 Enzer 20 -11.1 Jadasonlc 8 -11.1 TiongWoon 10c 12.5 -10.742 words
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238 2002-08-16 8 SINGAPORE The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said yesterday it will reorganise its structure and appoint several new senior managers with effect from Sept 1. As part of the changes the prudential policy function for banking, securities and insurance, which is currently238 words
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Article24 2002-08-16 8 •AS AT AUGUST 15 US$: 551.748 552.679 EURO: 551.707 Ss: 66.92 YEN Ss: RM2.173 Ss: HK54.461 Ss: 23.98 BAHT Ss: 5,064 RUPIAH24 words
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214 2002-08-16 8 STI: 1,531.84 4.81 Reuters SHARES closed higher but off their peaks yesterday, drawing strength from Wall Street’s reaction to chief executives of the biggest US companies certifying their financial statements were clean. But computer peripherals maker Creative Technology and conglomerate SembCorp Industries capped– Reuters - 214 words
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Article, Illustration334 2002-08-16 8 Reuters SINGAPORE Retailers here had another rough month in June despite support from Singapore’s annual shopping fest the Great Singapore Sale as shoppers remained wary about the state of the economy. The retail sales index fell for the eighth consecutive month in June, dropping– Reuters - 334 words
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Article45 2002-08-16 8 RISES Ranked by cents Stocks Closing DBS Grp 1250 30.0 SPH 100 1990 30.0 UOB 1410 30.0 GreatEast 50c 905 15.0 City Dev 50c 615 10.0 Robinson 560 10.0 VentureCorp25c 1150 10.0 CSA Hldgs 20c 155 6.0 ♦StarCruises 10c 39.5 5.2 Allgreen 50c 114 5.045 words
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Article49 2002-08-16 8 FALLS Ranked by cents Stocks Closing (0) Creative T 25c 1540 -50.0 SIA 50c 1170 -30.0 OCBC 1080 -20.0 SembCorp ind 25c 123 -12.0 Sembcorp Log 25c 169 -12.0 SIA 200 1180 -10.0 JMH US25c 400 570 -8.7 OUT Foreign 452 -6.0 Datacraft 10c 113 -5.2 OUE 695 -5.049 words
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248 2002-08-16 8 Wire services SINGAPORE Creative Technology reported a full-year net loss of US$l9.7 million (5534.4 million), much smaller than the U *****.4 million net loss last year if costs and writedowns are included. Annual revenues totalled U *****.9 million, down from US$l.23 billion the first– Wire services - 248 words
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Article, Illustration306 2002-08-16 10 SIA could suffer if US airline sinks Wire services CHICAGO United Airlines, the No 2 US carrier, said on Wednesday it may file for bankruptcy this fall if it cannot dramatically cut costs, its first such admission since losing record amounts of money after the– Wire services; Bloomberg - 306 words
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271 2002-08-16 10 Wire services NEW YORK US investor confidence grew on Wednesday as the top brass of hundreds of America’s biggest companies swore by their financial results, under a government order meant to reassure investors. As the filings poured into the Securites and– Wire services - 271 words
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MONEY SCAN
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Article55 2002-08-16 10 Reuters DBS Group Holdings corporate communications managing director Darryl Dickens has left the bank less than a year after he joined. The Canadian’s abrupt departure on Wednesday was confirmed by a bank spokeswoman yesterday. Mr Dickens was with public relations firm BursonMarsteller before leaving to– Reuters - 55 words
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Article57 2002-08-16 10 Reuters NEPTUNE Orient Lines (NOL), the world’s sixth largest container shipping line, is expected to post massive losses of more than US$lOO million (Ssl74 million) at its half time results, sparking talk of possible restructuring at the group. NOL late on Wednesday denied reports that– Reuters - 57 words
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Article58 2002-08-16 10 Reuters SINGAPORE Exchange Ltd (SGX) beat expectations yesterday with a 24.2 per cent rise in net profit to $60.9 million in the year to June 30. Singapore’s bourse operator said total operating revenue increased 5.3 per cent to $228.5 million due to a higher– Reuters - 58 words
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STREATS vocal
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Article360 2002-08-16 12 WE REFER to the letter “Let us spend our own money” by Mr Lee Hock Seng (Streats, Aug 5). Mr Lee indicated that CPF members have no control of their CPF savings and are not allowed to make a lull withdrawal of their CPF360 words
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Article209 2002-08-16 12 XIAO Qian’s experience with his ez-link card in “Drivers’ gaffes cost me” (Streats, Aug 13), reminds me of my own. Once, a friend and I boarded a bus from the same bus stop. As we flashed our ez-link cards while alighting, the fare deducted from my209 words
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Article136 2002-08-16 12 SINCE the inception of ez-link cards, we have heard or read many complaints about the system. Yet time and again, we are told by the authorities that a major reason for the glitches is that users are not scanning the cards correctly. How can136 words
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Article202 2002-08-16 12 WE REFER to the article “Watch out how you spy on your maid” (Streats, Aug 12). We are deeply disturbed with the association your article has created of our ePic camera with devices developed for the purpose of spying. The ePic Camera is part of202 words
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STREATS regional
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208 2002-08-16 14 KUALA LUMPUR The Education Ministry has set next year as the target for the teaching of mathematics and science in English, with or without input from the Chinese-medium schools. Teaching materials will be ready and teachers trained to teach in English in all208 words
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Article, Illustration43 2002-08-16 14 A woman with her baby sitting next to a life-size Elvis Presley figure at a Pattaya mall on Wednesday. Thai fans wul hold an Elvis impersonator contest in Bangkok today to mark the 25th anniversary of the singer’s death APAP - 43 words
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219 2002-08-16 14 Wire services KUALA LUMPUR Malaysia drove illegal immigrants out recently, sending about 300,000 of them fleeing home, but has since realised that the economy cannot do without them. Newspapers here focused yesterday on an embarrassing about-turn in which the government reversed a ban on– Wire services - 219 words
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Article130 2002-08-16 14 Bernama KUALA LUMPUR Umno needs to work hard to correct the Malay perception of Islam because many aspects of the religion have been warped by the opposition who are keen to exploit it for political gain. Religious adviser to the Prime Minister Tan Sri Dr Abdul Hamid– Bernama - 130 words
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Article, Illustration289 2002-08-16 17 Reuters HONGKONG A slimming craze is sweeping across Asia, where the desire to be ever thinner has already cost many women their lives. In Japan, five people have died and more than 500 have fallen ill after taking diet pills made in China.– Reuters; AFP - 289 words
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133 2002-08-16 17 AP KUALA LUMPUR There are too many tigers in Malaysia and the army should be called in to shoot some of them, Kelantan Chief Minister Nik Aziz Nik Mat was yesterday quoted as saying. The call outraged conservationists, who said tigers onlyAP - 133 words
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Article106 2002-08-16 19 ap TOKYO Tokyo yesterday pledged to fight an international proposal that would cross out the name Sea of Japan from the world’s sea charts, as a lingering map spat deepened between Japan and its neighbours. Under the new plan, floated by the Monaco-based International– ap - 106 words
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Article, Illustration354 2002-08-16 19 Ministers visit controversial war shine as... AFP TOKYO Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi yesterday expressed deep remorse for Asian victims of his nation’s aggression during World War 11, as Tokyo commemorated the 57th anniversary of its surrender. Some 6,000 people, including retired soldiers and relatives. – AFP; AFP - 354 words
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REGIONAL DEBRIEF
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Article96 2002-08-16 21 -AFP NEARLY seven in 10 Chinese teens get their information about sex from pornography, prompting experts to worry that they may pick up skewed ideas, the China Daily reported yesterday. The problem is a lack of sex education in the classroom and at home, forcing many-AFP - 96 words
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Article52 2002-08-16 21 BANGLADESHI men are more handsome than Malaysians but that is no reason for Malaysian girls to fall in love with them, a top Umno official said in remarks published in the Star yesterday. “What is so special about having good looks?” asked Selangor state chief minister Mohamed52 words
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Article75 2002-08-16 21 ANOTHER PAS IN INDONESIA PAS will make its debut in Indonesia to defend the implementation of syariah laws in that country, the Star reported yesterday. The new party, however, has no connection with the party carrying the same initials in Malaysia. PAS vice-president Hassan Shukri said PAS Malaysia was recently75 words
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Article37 2002-08-16 21 AP WASHINGTON plans to include regional militant group Jemaah Islamiyah on its list of foreign terrorist organisations and may seek the backing of Asean, Philippine Foreign Secretary Bias Oplea said yesterday.– AP - 37 words
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Article, Illustration354 2002-08-16 21 We didn’t know Taiwan V-P was coming: Indonesia Wire services JAKARTA Indonesia said yesterday that it didn’t know in advance that Taiwan Vice-President Annette Lu was coming and that she would not be seeing ministers or other government officials on a trip that has angered China.– Wire services; Rentier - 354 words
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Article, Illustration258 2002-08-16 21 Reuters JAKARTA Indonesian prosecutors yesterday accused the chief of Laskar Jihad militia group, Jafar Umar Thalib, of inciting hatred when he delivered a speech earlier this year in the strife-tom Malukus islands. The trial of Jafar is the first prosecution of a radical Muslim cleric– Reuters; Reuters - 258 words
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111 2002-08-16 21 Bernama KOTA BARU A Parti Islam SeMalaysia (PAS) politician is now on die run after three police reports were filed against him for accusing Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad of watching pornographic videos with his grandchildren at a party rally in March.– Bernama - 111 words
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STREATS global
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Article, Illustration135 2002-08-16 22 -AFP PRAGUE Surging floods threatening major Central European cities have forced tens of thousands to flee their homes, with the authorities desperately fighting to save national monuments and priceless works of art. The death toll from more than a week of torrential rain rose-AFP; _ i Reuters - 135 words
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Article95 2002-08-16 22 LONDON Opponents of Iraqi President Saddam Hussein shot and wounded his younger son in an assassination attempt in Baghdad two weeks ago, the Los Angeles Times reported yesterday, quoting an Iraqi opposition group. A spokesman for the Iraqi National Congress told the paper on Wednesday that Mr95 words
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Article65 2002-08-16 22 -AFP INDIA is ready to hold talks with Pakistan over Kashmir as soon as the atmosphere is “conducive”, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said in an Independence Day address yesterday. “We want to live as good neighbours with Pakistan,” he said. “India is ready to hold-AFP - 65 words
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Article64 2002-08-16 22 Reuters US President George W Bush said on Wednesday that Congress was contributing to the ailing US economy by spending money that would impede growth and refusing to approve legislation that would clear the way for helpful construction projects. Speaking to an audience at the University of– Reuters - 64 words
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Article352 2002-08-16 22 Benefits far outweigh the dangers, say US officials Wire services LONDON The risks in a US-led war on Iraq are “manageable”, Jane’s Foreign Report said in its latest issue. Critics may be exaggerating the dangers and underestimating the advantages for the Middle East, it– Wire services - 352 words
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303 2002-08-16 22 -AFP DUBAI The author of a Pentagon briefing who portrayed Saudi Arabia as the “kernel of evil” has branded Saudis arrogant and lazy in an interview with the Arabian Business magazine. “My experience of your part of the world is that most people hate-AFP - 303 words
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Article123 2002-08-16 22 WASHINGTON After rushing to hire thousands of new recruits, the US air marshal programme has so many problems that at least 80 marshals have quit and others are considering a lawsuit over working conditions, USA Today has reported. Sources told the daily that: Hiring standards123 words
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STREATS people
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Article, Illustration183 2002-08-16 24 -AFP JAKARTA An Indonesian human rights court acquitted a police general yesterday of charges of gross rights violations in East Timor. A panel of judges said subordinates of BrigadierGeneral Timbul Silaen were not proven to have taken part in gross human rights violations as charged and-AFP; Reuters - 183 words
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Article, Illustration195 2002-08-16 24 AFP JAKARTA The youngest son of former strongman Suharto was transferred to a prison island yesterday where he will serve his 15-year sentence alongside his father’s golfing buddy. Hutomo “Tommy” Mandala Putra Suharto (below) was flown by helicopter to the. – AFP - 195 words
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Article, Illustration200 2002-08-16 24 AP LONDON Australian feminist icon Germaine Greer (below) has called on British prime minister Tony Blair to stop having sex with his wife and let her get on with her career as a leading QC. The Sydney Morning Herald reported– AP - 200 words
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STREATS easy
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Article, Illustration681 2002-08-16 26 Diana Ser - Atfirst, they seem like the cosmetics equivalent of the 101 Useless Japanese Inventions. But the business in wacky Japanese beauty products here is looking better than ever By_ Diana Ser FRAGRANT wipes that make you smell heavenly “down there”. A lotion to lighten the colour of your nipples.Pics: Clarence Chan; Streatsgraphics By Tay Chem Hui - 681 words
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Article, Illustration475 2002-08-16 28 JUDI LOW - Stylish eating on a shoestring By] j JUDI LOW Looking to impress in the kitchen on a budget? Judi Lows recipes for stylish, nutritious, yummy meals that are easy to do and cost $lO or less for four servings. ROSTI is a potato pancake very much likeFrancis Lee - 475 words
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Article, Illustration139 2002-08-16 32 ELVIS never left the building, and in Graceland fs tens of thousands of fans i of the king of rock have been descending on Memphis for an Elvis Week tribute on the 25th anniversary of his death. Elvis Presley died on this day in 1977 ofs Pic Francis Lee - 139 words
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Article128 2002-08-16 32 It’s the 25th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s death today. Relive the King’s glorious moments at www.elvisnumberones.com which has over 200 photos, numerous archival documents and rare footage. Dress up the King in your favourite period outfit in the Virtual Elvis workshop, where you can place him in128 words
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Article, Illustration98 2002-08-16 32 BLUE: BLUE ALLRISE LIVE Suntec Convention Hall Aug 24, 7v m Tickets at $76, $66, $56, $46 Call Sistic at 6348-5555 London-based lads Duncan James, Anthony Costa, Lee Ryan and Simon Webbe, will make fans go wild with their brand of R&B and pop for this one-night concert. Best98 words
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Article, Illustration74 2002-08-16 32 ALICE IN WONDERLAND Kallang Theatre Today till Aug 25,2 pm and Bpm Tickets at $7O, $5O and $3O Call Ticket Charge at 6296-2929 The Black Light Theatre of Prague presents Lewis Caroll’s classic story. Founded by Jiri Smec, The Black Light Theatre of Prague has mystified audiences around the74 words
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Article62 2002-08-16 32 JUST FOR LAUGHS COMEDY TOUR SINGAPORE 2002 Suntec Convention Hall 602 Tomorrow and Sunday, Bpm Tickets at $lO6, $B6, $66, $56 Call Sistic at 6348-5555 One way or the other, your funny bone will be tickled during this five-day comedy festival which features comedians Louis Ramey, Chris Bliss, John62 words
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Article, Illustration165 2002-08-16 32 STAGE AND SCREEN Toa Pay oh Town Centre Amphitheatre Tomorrow, 7-30 pm Free Treat yourself to an evening of music from blockbuster movies and Broadway. Presented by the award-winning Mus’Art Wind Orchestra and one of Singapore’s up and coming music talents, Matthew Quek. Mus’Art won the second prize in165 words
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Article, Illustration66 2002-08-16 33 10.30 pm, Channel U A misspelled e-mail from his mother to her assistant causes Edward (Stephen Fung) to be wrongly enrolled in the below-par TBS College, where students use fists and duels to settle problems. When he is forced to fight, it’s clear that he needs66 words
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Article66 2002-08-16 33 10pm, Channel i The year is 1948, the place is Los Angeles, and Ezekiel “Easy” Rawlins (Denzel Washington) is a black man who has just lost his job. Despite having no experience as a private eye, he accepts an assignment to find the missing mistress66 words
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Article, Illustration94 2002-08-16 33 ACTRESS Drew Barrymore has given up her strict vegetarian lifestyle because she’s tired of having to shop at clothing stores that don’t stock leather. But she still insists on buying products from cosmetics companies that don’t test on animals. “I still don’t eat a ton94 words
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Article, Illustration161 2002-08-16 33 JAZZ AT SOUTH BRIDGE 82B Boat Quay Tel: 6327-4671 www.southbridgejazz.com.sg Nearest MRT: City Hall THIS newly opened jazz bar is not just for jazz lovers, but is also a cosy hangout for anyone who wants to chill out after a hard day’s work. Music is not just the161 words
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Advertisement664 2002-08-16 30 ADVERTISING FEATURE More women making their presence felt in IT As the demand for an IT education increases, more women are taking up courses in IT, a field once dominated by men. Equal Playing Field for both women and men in IT Ms Lakshmi, an IT lecturer at Informatics said,664 words
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Advertisement125 2002-08-16 32 If you wish to have your event highlighted in Happenin’, e-mail Streats at streats@sph.com.sg or fax 6319-8191 Here, taste this. Its my latest creatioh. VFor an honest-to-goodness Italian meal in a casual setting, come to Tuscany at The Pan Pacific Singapore. No pretentious waiters or exorbitant prices; just wholesome, country-style125 words
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Advertisement87 2002-08-16 33 For every order of pasta or pizza from the Pizzeria menu, the lower priced item is FREE! (Offer is extended to every group of 2 persons) Valid for Dinner only For every 2 persons, your partner dines for FREE With minimum purchase of one beverage per person Buffet dinner at87 words
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Miscellaneous481 2002-08-16 33 Yourdailyhoroscope by Kelli Fox at Astrology.com AQUARIUS JAN 20-FEB 18 Set up the new equipment now so that you can start using it next week. Everyone in the group gets a chance to give input. Astrological Air and Fire are at work in your favour during the next few days.481 words
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Article, Illustration650 2002-08-16 34 TAN KIM HAN - THE MATCH TO WATCH Soccer smart B u TAN KIM HAN ON paper, it looks like a mismatch. Goliath versus David. In the red comer is imperious Manchester United, which does not suffer fools gladly. In the other comer of the ring is puny West Bromwich Albion,650 words
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Article379 2002-08-16 34 TOMORROW: Blackburn v Sunderland Head-to-head: Blackburn won 42, Sunderland 57. Draws: 24 Previous meetings: Dec 26, 2001 Blackburn 0 Sunderland 3; Sept 8, 2001 S'land 1 B’burn 0 Team news: Blackburn Bjornebye, Jansen. Short, Flitcroft injured Verdict: Blackburn win Charlton Athletic v Chelsea Head-to-head: Charlton won 21, Chelsea379 words
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Article, Illustration257 2002-08-16 35 Five signings to watch RIO FERDINAND (Manchester United) The tag of being the world’s most expensive defender at £3O million (SsBo million) is unlikely to faze the 23-year-old. United manager Alex Ferguson believes Ferdinand can be the bedrock of the club’s defence for the next decade.257 words
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Article, Illustration559 2002-08-16 35 ADAM HASffIDY - In the last of the series on Premiership contenders, Streats profiles Leeds United. It could struggle to hold on to its fifth place Bj m j ADAM HASffIDY TO have a sniff at the sweet smell of success this season, Leeds United is almost certain to559 words
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338 2002-08-16 37 -AFP BEIJING Football-crazy China is awaiting this weekend’s kick-off to the Premiership season with the added excitement of having four Chinese stars potentially engaged, the country’s first representatives in the league. A flurry of transfer activity has seen four of China’s most celebrated-AFP - 338 words
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Article, Illustration523 2002-08-16 37 Ferguson has work to do if he intends to survive in Europe Wire services CHAMPIONS LEAGUE QUALIFYING (3rd round, Ist leg) Zalaegerszeg 1 (Koplarovics, 90) Manchester United 0 BUDAPEST After all the acrimony surrounding Roy Keane’s book this week, Manchester United could have done without yet another– Wire services; Retiters - 523 words
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Article129 2002-08-16 37 Wire services SARAJEVO Newcastle United manager Bobby Robson has warned that his side’s Champions League task is only half-done. It won 1-0 away at NK Zeljeznicar, thanks to Kieron Dyer’s 56th minute strike. That means it only needs a draw in the second leg at St– Wire services - 129 words
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Article80 2002-08-16 37 Selected results (3rd qualifying round, Ist round) Partizan Belgrade (Yug) 0 Bayern Munich (Ger) 3 (Tarnat 22, Jeremies 71, Pizarro 78) kAC Milan (Ita) 1 w (F.lnzaghi 68) Slovan Liberac (Cze) 0 k Celtic (Sco) 3 r (Larsson 4-pen, Sutton 52, Sylla 82) Basle (Swi) 1 (Gimenez 2)80 words
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Article, Illustration484 2002-08-16 39 Lim Han Ming - Gunalan feels Thomas Cup finals target can be achieved B v Lim Han Ming SINGAPORE can qualify for the Thomas Cup finals by 2012. So said International Badminton Federation vicepresident Punch Gunalan (right) in an interview with Streats yesterday. The 58-year-old Malaysian was in Singapore on484 words
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Article, Illustration63 2002-08-16 39 Sembawang Rangers’ Thai striker Pitipong Kuldilog rises high to challenge SAFFC captain Nenad Bacina (partly hidden) for the ball while Winston Yap looks on. However, it was Pitipong’s compatriot, SAFFC midfielder Therdsak Chaiman who stole the show with a double as the league-leader triumphed 5-0. In the otherFrancis Lee - 63 words
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Article111 2002-08-16 39 MOTOR RACING -AFP BUDAPEST World champion Michael Schumacher has his sights on setting a new record for the number of wins in a season when the Hungarian Grand Prix takes place on Sunday. After a three-week break, the Formula One championship resumes at the Hungaroring where the-AFP - 111 words
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Article82 2002-08-16 39 Reuters SUNDERLAND Sunderland has completed the £3 million (SsB million) signing of Liverpool full-back Stephen Wright, the Premier League club said yesterday. Wright, 22, has signed a five-year deal with the Black Cats. Manager Peter Reid said the defender would be available for selection for tomorrow’s season-opener– Reuters - 82 words
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Article129 2002-08-16 39 ap MADRID The presidents of Real Madrid and Inter Milan will hold talks this weekend to discuss the transfer of Ronaldo to the Spanish powerhouse, the Marca sports daily said yesterday. The paper said Madrid’s Florentino Perez and Inter’s Massimo Moratti were expected to meet in Spain’s Balearic– ap - 129 words
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Miscellaneous32 2002-08-16 39 IN THE LIVING ROOM GOLF: PGA Championship, Day 2 (Super Sports Ch 22, tomorrow, 3am). SOCCER: Here We Go! (ESPN Ch 23, 8.30 pm). DELAYED TELECAST SOCCER: EPL Preview (Channel i, 9pm).32 words
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