Streats, 7 February 2003
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Title Section10 2003-02-07 1 Streats FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2003 E-mail: streats@sph.com.sg mita (p> 240/03/200210 words
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Article503 2003-02-07 1 Chug Kong Ho - Bidding system saves car insurer money, but premiums won’t come down for now By± Chug Kong Ho SINGAPORE’S largest motor vehicle insurer, NTUC Income, Sa ys it has driven down a ccident repair costs by 30 per cent just months after introducing a tender system503 words
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Morning Rush
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Article, Illustration485 2003-02-07 2 Julie Sim - Entrepreneurship takes root at Deyi Secondary ?k Julie Sim COME rain or shine, schoolgirl Tracy Tan, 16, will be pottering among rows of pale green butter lettuce. Each school day, she waits for the dismissal bell to ring. Then she zips into her little world inClarence Chan - 485 words
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599 2003-02-07 3 Chug Kong Ho - ERC wraps up work, recommends extending freeze on employer’s CPF contribution Chug Kong Ho TWO per cent may seem insignificant to some, but Fundsupermart’s Mr Lim Chung Chun is not one of them. That’s how much he expects to shave off his labour costs if599 words
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Article, Illustration441 2003-02-07 4 Caroline Marcus - Chingay 2003 By Caroline Marcus WHEN Mr Philip Poh and his colleagues bought some crabs recently, it wasn’t because they were planning to cook a seafood meal. They took the crabs home to study their movements. The observations of Mr Poh, 48, aPics: Francis Lee - 441 words
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Article, Illustration79 2003-02-07 6 BUZZ STOP IN news sure to excite punters, Singapore Pools yesterday announced that it is offering a jackpot of $lO million in the annual Toto Hongbao draw. Bets can be placed from 4.30 pm on Monday to 6pm next Thursday the day of the draw. Tickets79 words
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Article, Illustration77 2003-02-07 6 A piece of wreckage from the space shuttle Columbia was large enough that three men from the New Mexico National Guard were needed to lift it on Wednesday. Nasa has all but ruled out that the shuttle disaster on Saturday was caused by foam debris whichAP - 77 words
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Article126 2003-02-07 6 Pedra Branca dispute -AFP SINGAPORE and Malaysia yesterday agreed to take the Pedra Branca dispute to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague. An agreement was signed by Singapore Foreign Minister S Jayakumar and his Malaysian counterpart Syed Hamid Albar in-AFP - 126 words
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Article139 2003-02-07 6 JI leader’s arrest BINTAN police have detained two Indonesian nationals believed to be the local contacts of Jemaah Islamiah Singapore chief Mas Selamat Kastari, who was caught here last Sunday. Singapore Home Affairs Ministry officers met Mas Selamat, 42, for nearly two hours yesterday before139 words
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Article131 2003-02-07 6 Car loans CAR buyers have found that rejection rates for 100 per cent car loans have been higher than usual, with one car agent having had all its 100 per cent loan applications rejected. Hong Leong Finance, the first to offer full financing in broad tie-ups131 words
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Article96 2003-02-07 6 AP SINGAPORE will be getting a new defence chief and navy head, the Defence Ministry announced yesterday. Chief of Defence Lt-Gen Lim Chuan Poh and Chief of Navy Rear-Adm Lui Tuck Yew will step down on April 1, the ministry said in a statement. Army chief. – AP - 96 words
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Article86 2003-02-07 6 EIGHT current and former employees of Ponggol Marina met Ministry of Manpower (MOM) officials yesterday over the issue of unpaid salaries and Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions. The group had lodged complaints with MOM and the CPF Board last week. Some had not been paid CPF86 words
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Article84 2003-02-07 6 A ROADSHOW and a handbook will be used this year to teach heartlanders what to do when faced with terrorist threats. Part of the Total Defence campaign, the roadshow will visit the Central Singapore Community Development Council (Toa Payoh Central), Tampines Bus Interchange, Jurong East Bus Interchange,84 words
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Article104 2003-02-07 6 THE number of bids for car COEs (certificates of entitlement) has increased due to the relaxation of car loans two weeks ago and as a result, COE prices have gone up. For cars above 1,600 cc, the COE price hit an eight-month high of $33,657, an104 words
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Financial
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Article, Illustration783 2003-02-07 9 A DYNAMIC global city, thriving in a changed world. This is what the Economic Review Committee (ERC)’s Proposals aim to achieve for Singapore. The final ERC recommendations, which were released yesterday, can be divided into two parts: More immediate measures to deal with current uncertainties, and783 words
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Article, Illustration417 2003-02-07 10 Airline can’t afford to ignore threat, says new CEO Reuters SINGAPORE Low-cost carriers in Asia pose a threat to existing commercial airlines but still face regulatory hurdles, Singapore Airlines CEO-designate Chew Choon Seng said yesterday. The success of budget carriers such as Australia’s Virgin– Reuters - 417 words
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Article, Illustration342 2003-02-07 10 PCCW denies bid to take over Cable Wireless Bloomberg HONGKONG PCCW yesterday said that it hasn’t made an offer for Cable Wireless and isn’t in talks to take over the UK telecommunications company. PCCW’s statement to the Hongkong Stock Exchange followed a Financial Times (FT) report that Cable Wireless (C&W)– Bloomberg; AFP - 342 words
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Article99 2003-02-07 10 -AFP SINGAPORE Star Hub is negotiating with a group of banks for a loan to fund the rollout of its third generation (3G) cellphone services and to refinance a loan. But the loan amount is “definitely less” than the $1.7 billion mentioned in a recent news-AFP - 99 words
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Article87 2003-02-07 10 Bloomberg MANILA Deal-starved investment banks are willing to work for record low fees, as the Philippines government found out last month. Credit Suisse First Boston, JP Morgan Chase and Morgan Stanley shared US$l.l million (551.91 million) in fees, or a record low of 0.22 per cent of– Bloomberg - 87 words
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CORPORATE RESULTS
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Article95 2003-02-07 10 Reuters SINGAPORE Capita Land yesterday said that it moved into the black last year after two years of losses. Bolstered by a strong performance in its overseas residential properties, especially in China and New Zealand, net profit rose to $290.2 million in the year to Dec 31,– Reuters - 95 words
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Article89 2003-02-07 10 Bloomberg SINGAPORE Singapore Computer Systems yesterday said that its full-year profit fell 33 per cent because customers delayed contracts. Net income dipped to $ll.B million, or 7.4 cents a share, from $17.6 million, or 11.2 cents, a year earlier, the company told the Singapore Exchange. Sales– Bloomberg - 89 words
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Article, Illustration398 2003-02-07 12 Bloomberg STOCKHOLM Mr Carl-Henric Svanberg has been named chief executive officer of Ericsson AB, the world’s biggest maker of cellphone networks, replacing Mr Kurt Hellstroem after the Swedish company lost US$4.7 billion (558.13 billion) in the past seven quarters. Mr Svanberg, 50, becomes– Bloomberg; Bloomberg - 398 words
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277 2003-02-07 13 Reuters HONGKONG Three high-profile US magazines have entered the China market in recent months, searching for growth opportunities amid one of the worst global advertising slumps in recent memory. But despite the potential, the birthplace of moveable type presents unique obstacles for Newsweek,– Reuters - 277 words
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Article339 2003-02-07 13 STI: 1,287.63 4.26 Reuters SHARES closed weaker yesterday, but off their day’s low, as Iraq war fears continued to loom. Dealers said that yesterday’s ERC report was positive, but not enough to galvanise more aggressive buying in the market. The Straits Times Index ended down 4.26– Reuters - 339 words
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Article24 2003-02-07 13 •AS AT FEBRUARY 6 US$: 551.743 Ss: RM2.180 552.866 Ss: HK54.475 EURO: 551.882 Ss: 24.55 BAHT Ss: 68.75 YEN Ss: 5,090 RUPIAH24 words
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Article, Illustration572 2003-02-07 14 Bloomberg SOUTHFIELD, Michigan Delta Air Lines’ new low-fare airline won’t reduce costs by leasing storage space in overhead bins, nor will it sell passengers toilet paper or rent them pillows and exit maps. Editorial cartoonists and stand-up comics have been having a grand time– Bloomberg; Reuters - 572 words
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Article, Illustration717 2003-02-07 15 JANICE WONG - By JANICE WONG MY leggy friend Shirley couldn’t wait to tell me all about her new boyfriend. Before she even dropped her handbag en the seat at Coffee Bean, she gushed: Guess what? He drives a Porsche!” “Great,” I said. “But what do717 words
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Medical
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Article234 2003-02-07 16 Swedish study rings up safety warning LONDON Cellphones damage key brain cells and could trigger the early onset of Alzheimer’s disease, a study suggests. A BBC Online report says that researchers in Sweden have found that radiation from cellphones damages areas of the brain associated with234 words
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Article, Illustration135 2003-02-07 16 QOn the seventh day of Chinese New Year, yu sheng is often eaten. Is it a healthy dish? A Yu sheng is made of several types of vegetables and some fresh fish slices. It is a relatively light dish, being high in fibre and low in fat. It135 words
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myHOME YOUR WEEKLY GUIDE TO BUYING AND SELLING
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Article, Illustration486 2003-02-07 19 Janice Wong - By Janice Wong HOUSEPROUD Singaporeans who are mad about fish, especially the luohan or flower horn fish, are going for more unusual tank designs in their homes. Mr Amos Tan, owner of The Fish Tank, a shop in Tanjong Pagar Road which customises aquariums, said: “Busy young couples486 words
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Article273 2003-02-07 21 LOOK under the cooker top in your home and you are likely to find a metal cylinder containing liquefied petroleum gas or LPG. But stovetop cooking is by no means the only use of this clean-burning fuel. LPG can be used wherever you need heat or power to273 words
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Article217 2003-02-07 31 I REFER to Mr Leong Sze Hian’s letter, “Cut out the ERS red tape” (Streats, Feb 4), suggesting that there is no need for special forms for lower-income Singaporeans to contribute for the ERS by March 31. The well-publicised ERS deadline for people to pay217 words
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Article282 2003-02-07 31 WE refer to concerns raised to the organisation of Thaipusam by the two temples concerned, particularly the long wait endured by the first batch of devotees in the early hours on Thaipusam day on Jan 18. Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple and Sri Thendayuthapani Temple have282 words
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Article216 2003-02-07 32 I AM concerned that Mr Andrew Sherville’s letter, “Enact consumer protection law” (Streats, Feb 4), may give the wrong impression that Singapore lacks consumer protection laws. The UK’s Sale of Goods Act, which he referred to, has not only been adapted for use as legislation216 words
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Article130 2003-02-07 32 THE number of pet owners, especially of dogs, has increased in Housing Board estates. While this is to be applauded, there are some inconsiderate dog owners who need to be mindful of public hygiene. I have noticed owners using the park, grass patches and130 words
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258 2003-02-07 32 NEWSPAPERS have reported recently that dealers are increasing the prices of new cars because of surging demand following the relaxation of rules on car financing. With the surge in demand, there may be economies of scale which should reduce the dealers’ costs and further increase258 words
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Article309 2003-02-07 32 I READ with interest Mr R Sivanithy’s article “Derivatives aren’t just for rocket scientists” (Streats, Jan 31) and Mr Lee Chin Fatt’s letter “Derivatives not so simple” (Streats, Feb 5). While I agree with Mr Lee on his description of a typical option trading terminology, I309 words
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182 2003-02-07 34 WHEN I lost my ez-link card on Jan 30,1 rushed to the nearest control station to cancel my card but was told I could only report the loss by phone. But by the time I called, the office was closed. Early on Chinese182 words
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137 2003-02-07 34 MY wife took SBS service 86 along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3 heading towards Ang Mo Kio Interchange on Jan 18 at about 7.30 am. She tapped her ez-link card as she boarded. The woman driver suddenly grabbed my wife’s left arm and said: “This137 words
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Article116 2003-02-07 34 ON Monday at about 1 lam, I went to the Hope Family Clinic in Woodlands as I had a high fever. To my surprise, the nurse told me the clinic was closed for the day. There were patients still around. I asked her for the closing116 words
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Global
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Article, Illustration503 2003-02-07 36 Reluctant warrior Powell makes battle ciy before UN Security Council Wire services UNITED NATIONS Sometimes it takes a hawk to make peace and a dove to put forward the best case for war. At the UN on Wednesday, Washington’s most famous dove US Secretary of State– Wire services; Reuters - 503 words
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Article, Illustration388 2003-02-07 36 -AP KALKUDAH, Sri Lanka In this village of coconut groves and modest brick-and-clay homes, parents are rushing to marry off their children. But there are no elaborate celebrations, no brides draped in jewels and red saris in this mostly Tamil village of 150 families-AP; AP - 388 words
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Article, Illustration246 2003-02-07 36 LONDON Along with ample qualifications for his post, International Atomic Energy Agency (lAEA) chief Mohamed Elßaradei’s Arab credentials add weight to his suitability as a monitor in the world’s hotspots such as Iraq and North Korea. And the United States has notAP - 246 words
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Article, Illustration586 2003-02-07 38 ADAM lIASHIDY - Adam About Town ADAM lIASHIDY SPEAK Mandarin or else... No, the threat did not come from my former school or, for that matter, my country. It came from my Chinese girlfriend’s parents. They told me not too long ago: “You must learn to speak Mandarin. Wrong586 words
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Article, Illustration350 2003-02-07 38 Yvonne Kwok - Yvonne Kwok POOR Daniel Chan. Barely into the new year and the 27-year-old Hongkong singer and actor is embroiled in yet another romantic scandal. In 2000, the Hongkong media fuelled wild speculations that his thenmanager, Ms Rebecca Leung, fell to her death from theLianhe Zaobao - 350 words
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Article, Illustration489 2003-02-07 39 JUDI LOW - Stylish eating on a shoestring JUDI LOW Looking to impress in the kitchen on a budget? Judi Low’s recipes for stylish, nutritious, yummy meals that are easy to do and cost $lO or less for four servings, will see you through these tough times. VALENTINE’S Day mayFrancis Lee - 489 words
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Article, Illustration102 2003-02-07 40 THICK fog and slick ice 1 on Poland’s main east-west trunk road caused a 100-vehicle pileup on Wednesday in which m about 30 people were injured. The morning 1 smash happened 1 on the main highway linking Berlin and Moscow? In Singapore, secure the laundry. ItPic Clarence Chan - 102 words
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Tune in TV & MOVIE NEWS
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Article, Illustration50 2003-02-07 40 Bpm, Channel i This season of Makansutra culminates in two episodes which pay tribute to our unique makan culture and lifestyle. Hawkers and restaurateurs who sell food that is true to the Singapore’s makan culture will be honoured. Viewers can vote for their favourite choice among the shortlisted nominees.50 words
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Article59 2003-02-07 40 10.30 pm, Channel U During the first qualifying match, the team is ready to display its power. But at the most critical moment, Coach Dong receives news that his son Qiangqiang is in hospital. After appointing Chengfeng as acting coach, he rushes to the hospital. Can the59 words
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Article44 2003-02-07 40 HARVEST FESTIVAL Sunday, 8.30am-10.30am Siglap South CC (6, Palm Road off Upper East Coast Road) Free There will be an audio visual presentation showcasing the highlights of harvest festivals around the world and harvest dances from the three main ethnic groups in Singapore.44 words
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Article, Illustration62 2003-02-07 40 RONAN KEATING DESTINATION SINGAPORE Tonight, Bpm Singapore Indoor Stadium Tickets at $lOl, $Bl, $6l, $4l from Sistic Let him win you over with his Irish charm. And certainly with his music. He will be performing songs from his second solo album, Destination and hits such as If Tomorrow Never62 words
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Advertisement200 2003-02-07 39 RIALTO Italian Cuisine Pte. Ltd. This Valentine's Day, you'll fall in love with our exquisite menu. Valentine's Day Menu $6O for 2 (Valid from 13/2/03 -15/2/03) GARDEN OF LOVE V Baked Fresh Asparagus Milanese VENUS DESIRE C 7 Gratinated 1/2 Shell Scallop Spicy Red Pepper Pesto ZUPPA EROTICA V Italian200 words
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Advertisement41 2003-02-07 40 If you wish to have your event highlighted in Happenin’, e-mail Streats at streats@sph.com.sg or fax 6319-8191 Goals! They score, you win! fey Win a digital camera and cash. Find out how in The New Paper on the 30th February. per41 words
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Miscellaneous478 2003-02-07 40 Your hij Kdli Fox at Astrology.com PISCES FEB 19- MAR 20 AQUARIUS JAN 20-FEB 18 The limits are being reset. Grab what you can and get out of here before some controlling authority finds a reason to stop you. Nothing is permanent, but every opportunity has its lesson to teach.478 words
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Article, Illustration652 2003-02-07 42 Tan Kim Han - National footballer among players asked to assist in graft probe By Tan Kim Han AT least three S-League footballers, including national midfielder Ali Imran Lomri (right), were called up by the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) yesterday to assist in investigations. The other two are believed652 words
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370 2003-02-07 42 Wire services LONDON Injuries permitting, Sven Goran Eriksson seems likely to hand Everton teenager Wayne Rooney his first senior England call-up tomorrow. Southampton’s in-form striker James Beattie and another teenager, Newcastle United midfielder Jermaine Jenas, will also be waiting expectantly when England’s coach names– Wire services - 370 words
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Article, Illustration749 2003-02-07 44 Reuters LONDON The day that Robert Pires’s (right) angry mother talked her son out of quitting football has come back to haunt Arsenal’s rivals with a vengeance. The 29-year-old Pires (right), who scored both goals in last weekend’s 2-1 win over Fulham, has long been feted for– Reuters; Reuters - 749 words
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Article523 2003-02-07 44 TOMORROW: Liverpool v Middlesbrough Head to head: Liverpool won 55, Boro 39. Draws 33. Previous meetings: Nov 9, 2002 Boro 1 Liverpool 0; March 16, 2002 Boro 1 Liverpool 2 Last six EPL matches: Pool DLDWDW; Boro WLLDLL Team news: Liverpool Gerrard suspended; Kirkland out for the season;523 words
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Article, Illustration545 2003-02-07 46 Liverpool management gives M support to under-fire Houllier Wire services LONDON Liverpool chief executive Rick Parry on Wednesday gave underfire manager Gerard Houllier a vote of confidence. He pledged that there will be no sale of the club’s players, even if they do not clinch a Champions– Wire services; AFP - 545 words
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270 2003-02-07 46 Reuters AKRON, Ohio An Ohio judge on Wednesday restored high school basketball star Leßron James’ eligibility to play out his final season but ordered him to miss one more game for accepting a gift of two collectible jerseys. Summit County Common Pleas– Reuters - 270 words
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Article96 2003-02-07 46 SAILING -AP AUCKLAND A recurrent hip injury has forced grinder Christian Karcher to withdraw from the Alinghi crew for its America’s Cup finals against Team New Zealand. Karcher, 42, and the veteran of three Cups, was on crutches at the Swiss team Alinghi’s base yesterday, 10 days before-AP - 96 words
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Article100 2003-02-07 46 BOXING -AFP LOS ANGELES Boxer Mike Tyson is under lock and key again. But this time it is to prevent others from getting in. Trainer Freddie Roach said he makes sure the gym doors are bolted before every sparring session to stop Tyson’s infamous group of hangers-on-AFP - 100 words
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Article104 2003-02-07 46 TENNIS -AP SAN FRANCISCO Although Andre Agassi isn’t making great progress in his attempt to convince wife Steffi Graf to join him for mixed doubles at the French Open, he remains optimistic. Agassi said after winning the Australian Open last month that he wanted Graf to play in-AP - 104 words
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Article, Illustration399 2003-02-07 47 Mickelson says World No 1 uses inferior equipment Wire services PEBBLE BEACH, California Phil Mickelson figures there is still room for improvement in Tiger Woods’ game through a change in the equipment he uses. “He hates that I' can fly it past him now,” world No 3– Wire services - 399 words
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Advertisement1058 2003-02-07 43 A new wonder product from Japan that allows you to cleanse your body and return it to a natural healthy state RED SUN RED SUN TAKARA NATURAL TREE EXTRACT MHS *****7 It is widely known that the waste products accumulated from the food we eat and the polluted air we1,058 words
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Miscellaneous49 2003-02-07 46 IN THE LIVING ROOM BASKETBALL; NBA: Los Angeles Lakers v New York Knicks (Star Sports Ch 24, 8.30 am). CYCLING: Telekom Malaysia Tour De Langkawi, Stage 8 (Star Sports Ch 24, 4.30 pm). GOLF: ANZ Championship, Day 2 (Super Sports Ch22,llam). DELAYED TELECAST SOCCER: EPL Preview (Channel i, 9pm).49 words
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