Streats, 24 January 2003
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Title Section10 2003-01-24 3 Streats FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2003 E-mail: streats@sph„com.sg mita <p> 240/03/200210 words
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Article, Illustration574 2003-01-24 3 Choong Ckoon Yee - Furniture retailer in talks to turn over four units to CW Interior B v Choong Ckoon Yee HIGH-PROFILE furniture retailer Melandas Casa Mobili is in talks to turn over four of its six showrooms to newly set-up CW Interior. Melandas recently completed a much publicised574 words
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Advertisement69 2003-01-24 3 i-S Ss|§fe pßranSßi «Rr i i -i w fy When broadcast pioiieer Ananda Perera dies, Ids whole body will be donated KHUSHWANT SINGH why he deckled to do it A smm RSIVANITHY examines the reluctance of analysts to proffer 'sell’ recommendations ZUBAIDAH says that bits of misinformation passed around on69 words
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Article, Illustration808 2003-01-24 4 Khushwant Singh - Broadcast pioneer donates body to medical science and for transplants By Khushwant Singh WHEN the clock finally stops for broadcast pioneer Ananda Perera, 63, there will be no burial or cremation. His body will be whisked away and his corneas, internal organs and tissues could beFrancis Lee - 808 words
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Article161 2003-01-24 4 IF you wish to donate your whole body for organ transplant or research, just indicate this when completing the organ pledge form which is available at hospitals and polyclinics. The form can also be downloaded from the National Kidney Foundation’s (NKF) website at www.thegift.org.sg. NKF161 words
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136 2003-01-24 4 Elizabeth Kusuma - ONE KIND ACT Elizabeth Kusuma I BOUGHT a takeaway wonton noodle for lunch from a coffeeshop in Boon Tat Street on Jan 16. As I carried it away, the sauce leaked out of the container and flooded the plastic bag that was holding it. A pancake136 words
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Article, Illustration584 2003-01-24 5 Southwest prompts chuckles in the aisles again, as rivals are down in the dumps WASHINGTON The smiles have returned to the faces of the management and passengers of Southwest Airlines in the US. Southwest’s flight attendants, famous for their airborne standup routines, are cracking jokes again.584 words
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595 2003-01-24 6 Ckoong Choon Yee - Ckoong Choon Yee FURNITURE retailers expect the months ahead to be bleak. Singapore Furniture Association president Lim Pok Chin, 49, estimated last year’s furniture sales at $750 million, down 25 per cent from $1 billion in 2001. Mr Lim, whose organisation represents retailers,595 words
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Article, Illustration623 2003-01-24 6 Gary Lim - Problem passengers should also be penalised &y_ Gary Lim YOU’VE heard the complaints from taxi commuters about the standard of service or lack of it. You’ve heard the taxi companies’ promises to improve these standards. Part-time cabby Richard Tan now wants you to hear623 words
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Article125 2003-01-24 8 BUZZ STOP MCDONALD’S isn’t to blame for people’s obesity, Judge Robert Sweet, a federal judge in Manhattan, has ruled, dismissing a lawsuit against the fastfood chain by Jazlyn Bradley and Ashley Pelman. He said they had failed to prove that MacDonald’s had been deceptive or125 words
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Article, Illustration53 2003-01-24 8 With Chinese New Year just a week away, the bak kua stalls in Chinatown are battling each other to nab customers, it is the busiest time of the year for the shops, and long queues form as Singaporeans rush to buy the snack to give away as visitationFrancis Lee - 53 words
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Article137 2003-01-24 8 i Fight to be regional hub SINGAPORE and Malaysia face a new competitor, Thailand, in the race to be the regional hub for the healthcare, education and movie-making and media industries. Thai Deputy Prime Minister Prommin Lertsuridej, who is in charge of economic planning, proposed137 words
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Article147 2003-01-24 8 K Pedra Branca dispute -AFP MALAYSIA yesterday told Singapore to stop using threatening language over the disputed island of Pedra Branca and vowed that its naval ships would continue to patrol the surrounding waters despite objections. Both countries had agreed to refer their claims-AFP - 147 words
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Article146 2003-01-24 8 They are at their lowest ebb’ MALAYSIAN Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said yesterday that Muslims are at their lowest ebb ever and it is partly their own fault. In an address at Cairo’s Al-Azhar University, he said: “There has never been a time when the Muslims are146 words
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Article97 2003-01-24 8 ONLINE bids on local auction sites have reached more than $6OO for tickets to the MTV Asia Awards 2003 show to be held today. In the last few weeks, about 8,000 tickets to the event were given out free by the organiser, MTV Asia, through its97 words
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Article78 2003-01-24 8 BUSINESSES in Kota Barn have been told to pull down posters and advertisements showing women without headscarves. They have to use pictures of men to adhere to the opposition state government’s Islamic policy, reported Berita Harian Malaysia. Parti Islam SeMalaysia issued the directives after many establishments78 words
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Article102 2003-01-24 8 A special form will have to be filled out by nearly 9,800 lower-income Singaporeans who are to get a second chance to claim their Economic Restructuring Shares. Grassroots leaders will distribute the forms when they go knocking on their doors to get beneficiaries to top up102 words
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Article85 2003-01-24 8 – Yvonne Kwok - Yvonne Kwok IF a man dressed as a monk approaches you for donations to the Renci Hospital and Medicare Centre, keep your wallet tucked firmly in. The hospital has disclaimed any charity drives. “We have an annual flag day and besides the Renci Charity Show, that85 words
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Financial
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Article323 2003-01-24 10 Car shoppers lured by lower COE prices, easier loan rules SINGAPORE Toyota showrooms saw the biggest crowds yesterday as car shoppers flocked there in response to MAS’ easing of loan rules. More than 100 people turned up at Borneo Motors’ Leng Kee outlet in the afternoon323 words
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231 2003-01-24 10 Bloomberg KUALA LUMPUR Malaysia will give more tax breaks to foreign investors, cut red tape and ease labour restrictions to attract investments into the country, Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi said yesterday. The government will also speed up the issuing of licences– Bloomberg - 231 words
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Article, Illustration248 2003-01-24 10 Reuters LONDON Gold soared to its most expensive in six years yesterday as fears of war in Iraq increased, prompting speculators to snap up the precious metal. Urged by tough talk from US President George W Bush, many investors have jumped into gold as a safe– Reuters; Reuters - 248 words
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Article94 2003-01-24 10 SINGAPORE POSB yesterday said that it will match OCBC and UOB rates for HDB home loans for the first two years. “Customers now need not worry about rates as we will match the best offer,” DBS vice-president of group communications Jenny Lee told Streats. Those who have94 words
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Article86 2003-01-24 10 Bloomberg SINGAPORE Chemical and oil industry investment here rose 11 per cent last year as companies such as Exxon Mobil expanded facilities to meet rising demand in China and the region. Investment in plants that make fuels, chemicals and plastics rose to $2.1 billion last year, the Economic– Bloomberg - 86 words
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Article80 2003-01-24 10 Reuters HONGKONG Chinese logistics giant Sinotrans has secured three strategic investors for its US$4OO million (***** million) to US$5OO million initial public offering in Hongkong. Courier firm United Parcel Service will put in US$35 million, freight forwarding company Exel will invest US$lO million and Japan’s Nissin Corp– Reuters - 80 words
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Article71 2003-01-24 10 Reuters SINGAPORE OCBC Bank has said that its 70 per cent-owned PT OCBC Sikap Securities stopped business from yesterday due to a difficult environment. “The Indonesian securities business has proven particularly challenging in recent years and the financial returns are not compelling”, OCBC said. OCBC Sikap will– Reuters - 71 words
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Article, Illustration661 2003-01-24 12 R SIVAMTHY - Market DIY By R SIVAMTHY The Business Times IF there’s one thing stockbrokers are good at, it’s advising their customers on when to buy. Rarely, however, are they willing to say when it’s time to sell. Worse, when they do, they tend to use aThe Business Times; Reuters - 661 words
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434 2003-01-24 12 STI: 1,364.41 4.72 Reuters SHARES finished mixed yesterday, with the Straits Times Index ending in negative territory, although there was some nibbling at food and technology stocks. Sentiment stayed cautious on lingering fears of a Middle East war and after a slew of weak– Reuters - 434 words
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Article24 2003-01-24 12 AS AT JANUARY 23 US$: 551.733 552.807 EURO: 551.858 Ss: 68.24 YEN Ss: RM2.193 Ss: HK54.501 Ss: 24.64 BAHT Ss: 5,126 RUPIAH24 words
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541 2003-01-24 14 Cargo sector, cost cuts help offset rising fuel prices Bloomberg HONGKONG As airline shares tumble the world over, Cathay Pacific and other Asian carriers say that the booming cargo business and cost cuts will help them weather rising fuel prices from a potential– Bloomberg - 541 words
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Article, Illustration50 2003-01-24 14 Australian budget airline Virgin Blue has been voted the world's best low-cost carrier in an Internet poll of air travellers, the company announced yesterday. The picture shows Virgin boss Richard Branson and pop singer Natalie Imbruglia celebrating the airline's launch at Brisbane on July 9 last year AFPAFP - 50 words
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Article, Illustration384 2003-01-24 14 Wire services AMSTERDAM Mr Leo van Wijk has a vested interest in bringing KLM back to profits. His job may depend on it. Employee representatives will vote on Tuesday on whether Mr Van Wijk, 56, should stay on as CEO after the carrier– Wire services - 384 words
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254 2003-01-24 14 Reuters KUALA LUMPUR Malaysian Airline System (MAS) is in talks to lease three Airbus A330-200s to cope with growing Asian traffic, company sources said yesterday. The proposed fleet expansion would mark a continuing turnaround in the fortunes of MAS, which is emerging– Reuters - 254 words
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Article, Illustration482 2003-01-24 16 Dollar stores mushrooming in the US, even near Beverly Hills Reuters NEW YORK It’s not just the poor who shop at dollar stores in the US. Even the well-off are being increasingly drawn to these shops, which sell everything from waste baskets to wine for– Reuters; Bloomberg - 482 words
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Article, Illustration634 2003-01-24 18 Armani’s newly opened HK store a springboard to the mainland Reuters MILAN China is the latest trend in Italian fashion. And the man who put Italy on the fashion map is looking to be the first to dress the Chinese in haute couture. Giorgio Armani has opened– Reuters; Reuters - 634 words
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Article, Illustration913 2003-01-24 20 ZUBAIDAH NAZEER - By ZUBAIDAH NAZEER IT all started with good intentions. My Muslim friend forwarded me an e-mail she received a few days ago. It was about how Muslims should refrain from keeping long fingernails as this was sinful. Keeping them long was as heinous913 words
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Article, Illustration840 2003-01-24 22 PHILIP LEE - By PHILIP LEE TWENTY-FIVE years ago, I lived in a point-block flat next door to a young Mandarin-speaking couple. For 10 years, we practised basic neighbourliness. Whenever we met in the lift or carpark, we would say hello. On festive occasions, we shook hands and expressed seasonal840 words
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Vocal
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Article125 2003-01-24 24 THERE is too much focus on new technologies to produce a water supply Newater, desalination and the like and too little on water conservation. I am heartened by the aggressive effort to ensure that we have alternative sources of water and desalination for Singapore, but the125 words
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Article, Illustration256 2003-01-24 24 MS Selina Ang’s banning of shark’s fin at her wedding dinner was excellent (“More diners now shun shark’s fin”, Streats, Jan 23). It also helps that she wrote a little note to highlight the plight of sharks to her guests, although it256 words
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Article310 2003-01-24 24 I READ with interest the commentary “It’s not a load of rubbish” (Streats, Jan 22) and would like to applaud writer Sarah Ng for her environmentally responsible stance. It is good to see more media exposure for recycling and environmental issues as we need to get the310 words
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211 2003-01-24 24 MR Leong Sze Hian, in his letter “Teach financial planning in schools” (Streats, Jan 22), has come up with a proposal which should be considered seriously, especially when considering the Government’s warning about Singapore’s greying population and its associated problems. I211 words
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Article102 2003-01-24 24 IN the report “Land for MRT line” (Streats, Jan 21), we incorrectly stated that the Jin Long Si temple on Bartley Road would be demolished to make way for commercial developments. The temple land will actually be used for residential purposes. IN the report “Picture perfect for digicams” (Streats,102 words
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my HOME Your weekly guide to buying and selling
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Article, Illustration466 2003-01-24 27 Janice Wong - By. Janice Wong IN the heydays of Sell-A-Vision six years ago, my mother bought the Power Rider exercise machine through the telephone in a moment of inspiration. Today, all the machine does is provide bars to hang my clothes. There is more to setting up a466 words
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Article, Illustration459 2003-01-24 38 Older people take longer time to clear vitamin from system Reuters NEW YORK A Swedish study released on Wednesday has found that high levels of vitamin A in the body can increase the risk of a broken bone in old age. The study, which– Reuters - 459 words
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257 2003-01-24 38 Reuters NEW YORK -Early menopause among women who have not had a hysterectomy or other type of gynaecologic surgery may not be as unnatural as some women think. A study of more than 3,000 British women aged 60 to 79 revealed that most of them– Reuters - 257 words
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Article176 2003-01-24 38 QHow do I get rid of the reddish pimple scars on my face? A Reddish pimple scars are usually the result of severe inflammation of acne lesions, ranging from nodules to cystic type. These scars will eventually subside over a few weeks to months without any therapeutic intervention,176 words
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Article, Illustration692 2003-01-24 40 life in Bali suspects’ hometown Tenggulun exposes challenges facing Indonesia TENGGULUN With its dusty streets and wooden shacks, this tiny Indonesian town of 2,000 can justifiably be called a backwater. But Tenggulun has now been thrust into the spotlight by the actions of Ali Guffon andReuters - 692 words
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108 2003-01-24 40 NEW DELHI Eleven students were expelled ffom school for growing moustaches. Aged between 15 and 16, the students were ffom a co-educational school in the village of Pudukurucchi, 25km ffom Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, the Hindustan Times newspaper reported yesterday. A spokesperson for Our108 words
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339 2003-01-24 40 NEW YORK A report in the New Yorker magazine sheds light on how North Korea received sophisticated technology and warhead design information from Pakistan. According to the article, the CIA had delivered a comprehensive analysis of North Korea’s nuclear ambitions to US President339 words
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726 2003-01-24 42 Hounded out of other countries, foreign paedophiles flock to Cambodia, where the child sex trade, once tiny, is now booming PHNOM PENH Once known best for the cruelty of the Khmer Rouge, Cambodia now has a reputation for bestial predators who feed on its726 words
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Article, Illustration172 2003-01-24 42 -AFP SVAY PAK, Cambodia Cambodia’s most notorious brothel village, Svay Pak, where women and girls as young as 10 have been coaxed or enslaved into the sex trade over the past 20 years, has been shut down by the government, officials said yesterday. Phnom-AFP - 172 words
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Article, Illustration694 2003-01-24 44 ADAM lIASHIDY - Adam About Town By ADAM lIASHIDY OH God, what am I doing waking up so early? The last time I climbed out of bed before cockcrow was way back during my national service days. That was almost 10 years ago. Obviously, I am notIllustrated by Pradlp Slkdar - 694 words
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Article, Illustration473 2003-01-24 47 JUDI LOW - Looking to impress in the kitchen on a budget? Judi Low’s recipesfin' stylish, nutritious, yummy meeds that are easy to do and cost $lO or less for four servings, mil see you through these tough times Stylish eating on a shoestring JUDI LOW WHICHEVER wayFrancis tee»* - 473 words
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Article, Illustration267 2003-01-24 47 HIS film The Hours has just snagged a Golden Globe for Best Drama, but it may well be his last film for some time. Director Stephen Daldry is planning to leave Hollywood and return to the London stage, The Independent reported recently in anAP - 267 words
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Article, Illustration661 2003-01-24 48 Caroline Marcxis - Bjl Caroline Marcxis IN person, singer Avril Lavigne looks like she stepped straight out of one of her music videos. The pint-sized 18-year-old was sitting on the edge of a couch in the Four Seasons Hotel on Wednesday wearing a hooded top, baggy jeans661 words
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Article, Illustration308 2003-01-24 50 GOLDEN girl Jennifer Aniston is possibly one of the most unlikely characters to play a dowdy housewife in a rather dark film, The Good Girl, but it was precisely that characteristic that landed her the role. Said the director, Puerto Rico-born director Miguel308 words
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Article, Illustration126 2003-01-24 50 SPANISH actor Antonio Banderas is to make his debut on Broadway, although he is no stranger to theatre. The 42-year-old actor was with the National Theatre of Spain until he broke into films, starting with Pedro Almodovar’s 1982 film, Laberinto de Pasione. He will appear126 words
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Article, Illustration102 2003-01-24 52 SCIENTISTS are watching Arctic plants closely as they say the shrubs are indicators of what may be ahead as the region’s climate changes. Warmer temperatures could prompt shrubs to move north and gradually dominate the Arctic tundra. Researchers say the plants will change ecosystems and mayPic Clarence Chan - 102 words
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Article46 2003-01-24 52 After almost nine months of upgrading work, the Ang Mo Kio Community Library reopens on Sunday. Its dark grey walls have given way to a tinted modem glass window facade. It also boasts two new services: Mind Matters and the Indian Library Services.46 words
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Article95 2003-01-24 52 Singapore citizens and permanent residents bom on or between June 18, 1985, and Sept 16, 1985, are required to register for national service at the Central Manpower Base from the coming Monday to March 7. Registration will be according to dates of birth as given in the schedule on95 words
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Article98 2003-01-24 52 ABOUT MY SPACE Till Sunday, Bpm (with 4pm matinee on Sunday only) Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations (397, Lorong 2 Toa Payoh) Tickets at s6from Hokien Huay Kuan Arts Cultural Troupe, Tel 6354-1972 Three plays, performed mainly in Mandarin, revolving round how people view their own personal space.98 words
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Article, Illustration58 2003-01-24 52 SUEDE Tomorrow, Bpm Fort Canning Park Tickets at s76from Sistic This is the Singapore leg of Suede’s Asian tour in support of their latest album, A New Morning. They were the first alternative act to be awarded the Mercury Music Prize. But it’s been 10 years, so let’s see58 words
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Article, Illustration43 2003-01-24 52 FLIP-A-PAGE Tomorrow, spm-6pm, I Kinokuniya NgeeAnn City 1 Free You’ve heard him over the airwaves, now listen to him read in person. UFM 100.3 DJ Danny Yeo (right) shares some of the books he has read and discusses why he likes them.43 words
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Article49 2003-01-24 52 ALL ABOUT YOUR HEART Tomorrow, 2pm-4pm Le Meridien Singapore, Margaux Ballroom, Level 3 $5 admission Cardiologists will speak on topics that include Heart Attack: Is There Hope? and Sex and the Heart. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. All participants will receive a door gift/goodie bag worth $lO.49 words
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Article59 2003-01-24 52 C'EST LA VIE II Today and tomorrow, 7pm Nanyang Polytechnic Auditorium Tickets at $l6 and $l4, call Ms Doris Yong at 6582-9461 or 6581-2378 Students of Siglap Secondary School put together an entertaining array of music, song, dance and drama. Proceeds will go towards helping the needy students of59 words
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Article46 2003-01-24 53 Bpm, Channel i This episode takes you to the eateries close to the hearts of the foreign enclaves in Singapore. Meet a true cosmopolitan an Indonesian chef who obtained his “makan degree” in New York and now sells Spanish food in Singapore served French style.46 words
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Article55 2003-01-24 53 10.30 pm, Channel U As the basketball team steps up its practices to prepare for the qualifying matches, everyone is worried about Chengfeng and how he has been coping with his grief. Taizi introduces Barbie to his team-mates. In order to spend more time with Taizi, Barbie55 words
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Article, Illustration54 2003-01-24 53 llpm, Channel 5 When a bomb threatens the Dallas Federal Building, special FBI agents Fox Mulder (David Duchovny) and Dana Scully (Gillian Anderson) locate the device but are unable to prevent the explosion. The agency blames them for the disaster, subjecting them to lengthy interrogations while trying54 words
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Article, Illustration87 2003-01-24 53 SHAGGYPARTY IN THE PARK MR BOOMBASTIC will doubtlessly show off some hip-swivelling moves that will make Elvis blush. He’ll have some help from special guests Rik Rok (It Wasn’t Me) and Ray Von (Angel). Be advised that at a Shaggy concert, you don’t sit on chairs. So what better87 words
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Article, Illustration153 2003-01-24 53 -AP FORMER Superman star Christopher Reeve arrived in Sydney yesterday to speak at a conference on spinal injuries. Reeve, who was paralysed from the neck down in a 1995 horse-riding accident, will be the key speaker at next week’s conference and will speak-AP - 153 words
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Miscellaneous370 2003-01-24 53 Yourdailyhoroseope by Kelli Fox at Astrology.com PISCES FEB 19-MAR 20 AQUARIUS JAN2O-FEB 18 A great day for Aquarians. Others will appreciate your brilliant insight and follow your lead. A time for originality and creative thought. There may be too much going on around you at the moment. If you get370 words
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Article, Illustration84 2003-01-24 55 -AFP UNHERALDED Ben Barham took the clubhouse lead yesterday in the Caltex Masters. The Englishman, who is a graduate of last year’s Challenge Tour in Europe; fired a seven-under-par 65 to lead the US$9OO,OOO (551.56 million) event by a stroke. His compatriots Paul Broadhurst and Simon-AFP; Pics Francis Lee - 84 words
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Article, Illustration560 2003-01-24 55 Adam Hashidy - Against world No 2 Els, Atwal lifts his game while Thongchai cracks By 'Adam Hashidy IT was an experience not to be forgotten for two Asian golfers. Yesterday, for the first time in their careers, India’s Arjun Atwal and Thailand’s Thongchai Jaidee were grouped with world No560 words
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Article, Illustration565 2003-01-24 57 Tan Kim Han - National Under-23 coach Sivaji tips Mustaqim for greater things By Tan Kim Han THE name Mustaqim Manzur Ahmed Khan may be quite a mouthful. But it won’t be long before you rattle off the national under-23 midfielder’s name with the ease of reciting your ABCs. Lest anyoneClarence Chan | - 565 words
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Article, Illustration296 2003-01-24 57 Tan Kim Han - By Tan Kim Han FRANCIS Gomez is quietly making his mark in Singapore football. Unlike his footballing peers at Raffles Institution former international Quah Kim Song and national under-23 coach PN Sivaji the 46-year-old fan’s contribution is in the form of sponsorship. Gomez296 words
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Article, Illustration528 2003-01-24 58 Non-league club gets rare chance for limelight against the Gunners -AP FA CUP (4TH ROUND) Arsenal v Famborough LONDON Famborough Town manager Graham Westley is both a realist and a romantic when it comes to the FA Cup. Realistically, the tiny team ranked 100 places below Arsenal-AP; AFP - 528 words
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Article264 2003-01-24 58 LONDON Brazilian World Cup goalkeeper Marcos was reported to be finalising personal terms with Arsenal yesterday over a reported £2.5 million (Ss7 million) move. The 29-year-old could prove an ideal long-term replacement for England keeper David Seaman, who will be 40 at the start264 words
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Article, Illustration235 2003-01-24 58 Reuters NBA CHAMPIONSHIP New Orleans 103 Washington 94 NEW ORLEANS Michael Jordan (below) became the third leading scorer in the history of the NBA on Wednesday night, but Washington crashed to New Orleans. He hit a fallaway jump shot with a minute to play in the– Reuters - 235 words
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Article, Illustration639 2003-01-24 60 Venus will treat her younger sister as just another opponent Wire services MELBOURNE Once again Venus Williams will put sisterly love to one side when she lines up in her fourth consecutive Grand Slam tennis final at the Australian Open tomorrow. Venus has had to stand back– Wire services; AP - 639 words
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Article115 2003-01-24 60 MOTOR RACING Reuters LONDON Formula One driver Eddie Irvine looks set to retire from the sport after talks with the Jordan Grand Prix team broke down, a British newspaper reported yesterday. “It’s a sad day. I have decided not to drive in Formula One this year or– Reuters - 115 words
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Article100 2003-01-24 60 SWIMMING Reuters STOCKHOLM -Australian lan Thorpe completed a golden double with a stunning victory in the 200 metres individual medley at the short course World Cup meeting on Wednesday. Though the win did not have the drama of Thorpe’s near world record in Tuesday’s 400 m freestyle,– Reuters - 100 words
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Article98 2003-01-24 60 SOCCER -AFP YOKOHAMA Brazil’s World Cup winning team skipper has reached an agreement to play for J-League club Yokohama Marinos from July 1, club officials said yesterday. The contract with the 32-year-old defender, who has played for Italian Serie A side AS Roma since 1997, will extend-AFP - 98 words
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Article, Illustration469 2003-01-24 62 4*. 38 Yachting financier Fay frowns upon Kiwis crewing Swiss yacht Wire services AUCKLAND Former yachting financier Sir Michael Fay urged New Zealand yesterday to show its disapproval of the number of Kiwis in the crew of Switzerland’s Alinghi in the America’s Cup. “I don’t think we have– Wire services - 469 words
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Miscellaneous44 2003-01-24 60 IN THE LIVING ROOM BASKETBALL: NBA: Dallas Mavericks v Philadelphia 76ers (Star Sports Ch 24, 8.30 am). GOLF: Caltex Masters, Day 2 (Super Sports Plus Ch2l, 3.30 pm). TENNIS: Australian Open, semi-finals (Super Sports Ch 22,12 noon). Men’s semi-final 2 (Channel i, 4.30 pm).44 words
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