Streats, 4 November 2004
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Title Section12 2004-11-04 1 Streats THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2004 website: www.streats.com.sg e-mail: streats@sph.com.sg MICA (P) 196/03/200412 words
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Article, Illustration234 2004-11-04 1 Sharlene Tan - Massive Botero pieces to be exhibited here By_ Sharlene Tan FAT. Sensuous. Sensational. All these things and more have been said of the monumental sculptures of Colombian artist Fernando Botero. And now Singaporeans can decide for themselves if the claims are true. Twenty of hisHg Sof lmn - 234 words
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Article, Illustration205 2004-11-04 1 Us^ V 7 a a r* AP WASHINGTON Democratic candidate John Kerry called President George W Bush yesterday to concede the US presidential election, a Kerry campaign official said. “Congratulations, Mr President,” Senator Kerry said in the conversation described by sources as lasting lessAP - 205 words
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Article, Illustration297 2004-11-04 2 Govt must soften approach: analyst BEIJING A spate of clashes between police and unruly mobs in China in recent weeks can be attributed to a lack of sufficient avenues for airing complaints, rampant corruption in government and the instinct of authorities to crack down onAFP - 297 words
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Article235 2004-11-04 2 Khushwant Singh - By Khushwant Singh THE High Court witnessed a heated exchange between Dr Chee Soon Juan and Senior Counsel Davinder Singh yesterday during a cross-examination over claims Dr Chee made in his affidavit. At one point, Dr Chee, secretary-general of the Singapore Democratic Party, said:235 words
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US votes
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Article, Illustration371 2004-11-04 3 Voters see Kerry as less able to handle security, terrorism issues, poll shows -AP WASHINGTON Americans yesterday voted for President George W Bush to take on the terrorists, leaving Democratic rival John Kerry a close second. Their concern about terrorism offset their displeasure with his-AP; AP - 371 words
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Article247 2004-11-04 3 Wire services NEW YORK US stocks soared at mid-morning yesterday, with the Standard Poor’s 500 Index hitting the highest level in four months, as President George W Bush emerged as the winner in the presidential contest. With Mr Bush seen as more probusiness– Wire services - 247 words
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Article, Illustration115 2004-11-04 3 AP CHICAGO Mr Barack Obama, the son of a Kenyan father and an American mother, trounced Republican Alan Keyes to claim a Senate seat in Illinois. He will be just the third black US senator in the postCivil War reconstruction era. The resounding victory isAP - 115 words
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Article76 2004-11-04 3 – Pradeep Rajan - Pradeep Rajan SINGAPORE Mr George W Bush’s re-election to the White House would see the strong US-Singapore bilateral relations being strengthened further, US Ambassador Frank Lavin said yesterday. “The last term of President Bush saw both the countries signing the Free Trade Agreement, which is76 words
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Article70 2004-11-04 3 -AP WASHINGTON Republicans tightened their grip on the Senate early yesterday, dealing a crushing defeat to Democratic leader Tom Daschle and capturing a string of seats across the South. Republicans were assured of 53 of the 100 seats in the Senate, two more than they currently-AP - 70 words
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Article68 2004-11-04 3 -ap NEW ORLEANS Republican Bobby Jindal coasted to an easy and expected victory, taking over the vacant US House seat for suburban New Orleans and becoming the only IndianAmerican in Congress. Mr Jindal, 33, raised US$2 million (553.33 million) more than his closest opponent. He-ap - 68 words
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Article379 2004-11-04 4 Thai Buddhist teachers possible kidnap targets AP BANGKOK Warnings that Muslim insurgents may try to abduct Buddhist teachers and students prompted most schools in the violence-wracked southern provinces of Thailand to close yesterday, education officials said. Education Minister Adisai Bodharamik said he had warned BuddhistAP - 379 words
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Article, Illustration289 2004-11-04 4 Reuters BANGKOK A governmentappointed panel to investigate the deaths of 85 Muslim protesters in southern Thailand yesterday promised that its probe will be independent and open. Seven protesters were killed during clashes with security forces last week in front of a police– Reuters; AFP - 289 words
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277 2004-11-04 6 Zubaidah Nazeer - By Zubaidah Nazeer DOCTORS in Singapore are seeing more children suffering from Type 2 diabetes, an illness associated with middle age. What is also worrying is that the prevalence among the young here is one of the highest in the world. Yet, a277 words
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306 2004-11-04 6 Christopher Lim - By' Christopher Lim THE Consumers Association of Singapore (Case) wants hospital billing here to be standardised so that it will be easier for people to compare rates of different hospitals. It also wants hospitals to ensure that all patients receive counselling to give families an accurate306 words
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Article, Illustration321 2004-11-04 6 Janice Wong - Cosmetic dentistry can last for up to 15 years: Dr Tan By Janice Wong BEAUTICIAN Michelle Tan has been smiling with more confidence since she had porcelain veneer applied on her crooked teeth in January. She spent $3,000 to have six teeth modified. Ms Tan,Ashlelgh Sim - 321 words
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139 2004-11-04 8 BUZZSTOP THE decomposed body packed in a cardboard box and found at Telok Blangah Hill Park on Sunday has been confirmed to be that of Huang Na’s, The Straits Times reports today. An autopsy report said that the eight-year-old girl, who139 words
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Article144 2004-11-04 8 It is fourth in terms of marketing -AFP SINGAPORE was declared the world’s best-managed city yesterday in a survey of major capitals by a global property consultancy. It was followed by Barcelona, Dubai and New York, with Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong also among the-AFP - 144 words
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163 2004-11-04 8 Taiwanese housewife slashed AP A SINGAPOREAN man was charged in a court in Kuala Lumpur yesterday with the murder of a Taiwanese woman, who was slashed to death in her condominium in Malacca, the national news agency Bemama reported. Kelvyn John, 24, is allegedAP - 163 words
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Article, Illustration140 2004-11-04 8 Ashleigh Sim - Text and picture by i Ashleigh Sim A NEW hotline has been set up by animal rights group Animal Research and Concerns Society (Acres) for members of the public to report illegal trade in and keeping of exotic pets. The move is part of the group’s140 words
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Article106 2004-11-04 8 MRS Sally Heng yesterday received the Medal of Valour from President S R Nathan on behalf of her late husband, Mr Heng Yeow Pheow, who died in April when a portion of Nicoll Highway collapsed, The Straits Times reports today. Nine officers from the Singapore Civil Defence106 words
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Article99 2004-11-04 8 CELLPHONE operator Ml could soon be offering a wireless broadband service to homes and offices. It has started technical trials that allows access speeds of more than 1 Mbps similar to that offered by traditional DSL (digital subscriber line) broadband connections and cable TV networks. The first99 words
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Article78 2004-11-04 8 DEPUTY Prime Minister and Coordinating Minister for Security and Defence Dr Tony Tan will speak at a Dialogue on National Security with Young Singaporeans at National Junior College tomorrow at 3.30 pm. The dialogue is the second in a series of public forums on national78 words
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Article99 2004-11-04 8 -AFP ARAB and Muslim leaders joined thousands of grieving Emiratis yesterday to pay their last respects to Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan A 1 Nahayan, president and founding father of the oil-rich United Arab Emirates. A dozen heads of state took part alongside the ruling families of Abu-AFP - 99 words
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Financial
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Article, Illustration626 2004-11-04 10 Chua Kong Ho - CEO TuAh Kim, who has led the Malaysian glove-maker to achieve impressive growth, shrugs off the threat of rising costs and signs ofa slowing semiconductor industry, the main market for his products Focus] By_ Chua Kong Ho MR TU Ah Kim, 50, went through two businesses oneBloomberg - 626 words
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350 2004-11-04 10 Elston Soares - By Elston Soares INDIA’S U 5514.25 billion (5523.7 billion) Tata Group will look at projects in the hospitality sector when it comes to future Singapore investments. This comment came from Tata Group chairman Ratan Tata, 66, yesterday at a press conference, after a350 words
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Article, Illustration393 2004-11-04 12 Chna Kong Ho - Shares of HK film producer of Infernal Affairs close below offer price By Chna Kong Ho HONG KONG film actors Jackie Chan and Shu Qi added much glamour to the trading debut of movie studio Media Asia Entertainment Group yesterday, butLlanhe Zaobao nmiv 1 - 393 words
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188 2004-11-04 12 Sharlene Tan - By Sharlene Tan GSM roaming on your cellphone is expected to become more seamless when Bridge Mobile, a new joint venture between seven Asia-Pacific mobile operators, begins operations next year. Mr Lim Chuan Poh, chairman of Bridge Mobile and chief executive officer of Sing188 words
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269 2004-11-04 12 -AFP KUALA LUMPUR Malaysian budget carrier Air Asia’s plan to acquire some 80 new aircraft is on track despite its initial public offering (IPO) raising less funds than first indicated, a senior official said yesterday. Air Asia set the price for the institutional tranche-AFP - 269 words
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Article27 2004-11-04 12 STI: 2,017.43 22.05 *AS AT NOVEMBER 3 US$: 551.668 Ss: RM2.279 553.065 Ss: HK54.667 EURO: 552.119 Ss: 24.67 BAHT Ss: 63.80 YEN Ss: 5,469 RUPIAH27 words
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Article, Illustration493 2004-11-04 14 Sherry Lansing scoffs talk that her departure tied to studio’s poor showing Reuters LOS ANGELES Ms Sherry Lansing (pictured), who shattered Hollywood’s glass ceiling by becoming the first woman to head production at a major studio, said on Tuesday that she was stepping down asReuters; AP - 493 words
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Article, Illustration303 2004-11-04 14 Bloomberg HONG KONG Sotheby’s Holdings and rival Christie’s International had their most successful Hong Kong auctions, fetching HK$l.3 billion (***** million) for an 88.88- carat white diamond (pictured), paintings, porcelains and other items. Sotheby’s said it raised HK$59O million, 32 per cent more than what– Bloomberg; AP - 303 words
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Comment
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Article, Illustration628 2004-11-04 16 TEH HOOI LING - By TEH HOOI LING The Business Times IF the developments in New Lakeside are any indication, there is cause to cheer the progress made in corporate governance in Singapore. But it also brings to the fore the difficulties faced by independent directors. The independent directorsThe Business Times - 628 words
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Miscellaneous89 2004-11-04 16 3DSENSE MEDIA SCHOOL presents on PAQQION ***** Topic:The Challenge of 3D Venue: Esplanade Theatres on the bay, Recital Studio Date and Time: 7th November 2004(Sunday), 2pm 4pm Ticket Price: $2B 11 mm m m fl I m i n iff .mm. ft 94 Hill WĔ ®D§jey/Ptair Animator PIXAR Animation Studios89 words
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Vocal
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Article192 2004-11-04 18 I READ with interest the report “Call to mark Good Neighbour Day in Nov” (Streats, Nov 2). The launch of Singapore’s Good Neighbour Day on Nov 13 serves as a timely eye-opener for most of us, especially in the present context of our society. We could turn192 words
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Article310 2004-11-04 18 AN anti-smoking campaign this month that is aimed at curbing smoking in entertainment places and promoting public health is a great idea. Smoking bans in such public places are already enforced in some countries. The US states of New York and Massachusetts currently prohibit smoking in310 words
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Article110 2004-11-04 18 IN his letter, “HDB can consider 2nd loans case-by-case” (Streats, Nov 3), HDB’s Mr Loh Swee Heng said: “Generally, those who have sold off their private property can use the proceeds from the sale to finance the purchase of an HDB flat.” But if110 words
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201 2004-11-04 18 I WOULD like to thank Mr Lee Kip Lee for his letter, “Duneam Road danger spot” (Streats, Oct 29), about the U-turn at Bukit Timah Road where motorists can turn into Swiss Club Road. We are pleased to inform Mr Lee that we will explore201 words
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113 2004-11-04 20 I AM a regular commuter of bus services 240 and 246. Every morning, between 7am and Bam, I notice that the two buses are crammed with commuters travelling from Taman Jurong and Yuan Ching Road. Before arriving at the bus stop at Lakeside MRT,113 words
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Article204 2004-11-04 20 WE refer to Mr Johnson Chan’s letter, “Why no separate ez-link claims desk?” (Streats, Oct 26), and we would like to thank him for sharing his feedback and suggestions. We appreciate this opportunity to inform Streats readers that if the bus ez-link card reader204 words
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Article148 2004-11-04 20 WE refer to Mr Lim Hock Peng’s letter, “Hard to track ez-link spending” (Streats, Oct 21) and would like to thank him for sharing his feedback. Both the ez-link card and the card reader ensure secure, fast and reliable transmission of data between them.148 words
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Global
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Article515 2004-11-04 22 1 in 4 children lives below poverty line, rich-poor divide to widen, study shows Reuters HONG KONG Ms Lee Fong epitomises a problem that few associate with Hong Kong’s gleaming skyscrapers, ranks of banks and welldressed shoppers flitting among brand name stores. She is– Reuters - 515 words
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Article, Illustration55 2004-11-04 22 A Taiwanese man ‘preaching to lions at Taipei's Mucha Zoo yesterday. ‘Jesus save you/ he shouted at the cats after climbing into their enclosure. Unimpressed, one of the lions promptly bit him in the leg before zoo authorities could rescue him. He is said to be suffering fromAFP I - 55 words
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Article179 2004-11-04 22 -AP HONG KONG A grey heron found dead near Hong Kong’s border with mainland China died from avian flu in the second case of a bird dying from the virus this year in the territory, an official said yesterday. Test results confirmed the bird-AP - 179 words
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Article196 2004-11-04 22 AFP CAMP ZAMA, Japan US Army Sergeant Charles Jenkins, 64, tearfully told a military court yesterday that he walked into North Korea scared of dying on patrol and stayed there for 39 years through beatings and fear. Jenkins, 64, who gave himself up to theAFP - 196 words
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Article189 2004-11-04 22 Reuters KARACHI A gunman opened fire inside a Sunni Muslim mosque in the Pakistani city of Karachi yesterday, killing at least one worshipper and wounding two clerics, police said. Police said it was unclear whether the attack was the latest in a wave of sectarianReuters - 189 words
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217 2004-11-04 24 KUALA LUMPUR Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi has ordered an investigation into 16 popular schools and five community colleges in die country that may have serious structural defects. The Public Works Department (PWD) has been directed to take over the buildings, and217 words
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Article, Illustration224 2004-11-04 24 AFP KAMPONG SPEU, Cambodia Cambodia’s new monarch, King Norodom Sihamoni, won over thousands of curious farmers who converged here yesterday to hear his first speech in the provinces. King Sihamoni, who was named as king after the abdication of his father NorodomAFP; Reuters - 224 words
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396 2004-11-04 24 Offenders face 20 years jail, caning under new law IPOH Malaysia will introduce a new law to specifically deal with snatch thieves, the Kuala Lumpur-based daily Star reported on Tuesday. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Mohd Radzi Sheikh Ahmad said that under396 words
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Medical
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286 2004-11-04 25 AFP WASHINGTON US regulators have agreed to allow makers of olive oil products to make the claim that their products might reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said in a statement on Monday that it made theAFP - 286 words
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Thursday Tech
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Article, Illustration559 2004-11-04 26 CHRISTOPHER LIM - 02’sXda lls has everything you want in a smartphone while Xphone II is sleek and trendy By CHRISTOPHER LIM ONE way to look at the current crop of smart phones is to divide them into those designed for style and those made for functionality. Illustrating these opposing559 words
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187 2004-11-04 26 APPLE Computer’s latest version of iTunes software has barred an unauthorised add-on program which allows users to copy songs off their iPod players, reported CNet News on Tuesday. iTunes 4.7 update released last week sports new features, including support for the latest iPod Photo device187 words
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EasyStreats weekender
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Article, Illustration577 2004-11-04 28 Sharlene Tan - By Sharlene Tan ON the second floor of a dimly-lit warehouse in Tanjong Pagar reside several large, corpulent men and women, in various states of undress. They are firmly strapped into gigantic wooden crates by industrial-strength padded “seatbelts”. The sight is almost surreal. Several even larger statues, amongPics: Ng Sor Luan - 577 words
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going out
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Article272 2004-11-04 29 Zubaidah Nazeer - By. Zubaidah Nazeer INTERESTED in tasting wines from all the world for just $5? You can at Wine for Asia (WFA) 2004, a gathering of exhibitors, trade visitors and wine experts. The exhibition, which is open to the public this weekend, will see more than 10,000 bottles of272 words
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Article, Illustration366 2004-11-04 29 Yvonne Kwok - By_ Yvonne Kwok THE PRINCESS DIARIES 2: ROYAL ENGAGEMENT Directed by Garry Marshall Starring Anne Hathaway and Julie Andrews ooo®® WHAT can be more Disney-like than a fairy tale about a spunky normal girl who becomes a princess with a wardrobe to die for? The tween-set (and366 words
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Article, Illustration322 2004-11-04 29 Yvonne Kwok - By Yvonne Kwok NEXT month will see Singaporeans soaking up the powerful music of Russian composer Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The Tchaikovsky Festival with Russian Highlights, presented by Singapore Press Holdings, will feature the acclaimed Russian National Orchestra (RNO) and will have three concerts as well as322 words
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eating out
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Article, Illustration1355 2004-11-04 30 With 10 F&B outlets rangingfrom Swiss cuisine to Turkish food, Suntec City Mall’s Sky Garden pulls in its own crowd of regulars. SHARLENE TAN reviews three restaurants there I r in the 3 j SIMPLY DELICIOUS THE $18 fried rice is what Chen Fu Ji Noodle House isPics: Ashleigh Sim - 1,355 words
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Article, Illustration112 2004-11-04 32 LEARN Thai cooking from renowned chef Nantana Nagavajara and the team from the prestigious Pai-kin-khao culinary workshop in Thailand. They are holding daily cooking classes at Raffles Culinary Academy until tomorrow. The classes are from 9.45 am to 1.30 pm, at s9B+++ per person including lunch.112 words
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Article, Illustration612 2004-11-04 32 Amy Van - Ala 1 iCAB'ITj By^ Amy Van CHEF Diego Chiarini and his business partner, Stephane Colleoni, are familiar names in Singapore’s culinary scene. Friends for 15 years, the two men have worked together closely for the past five years. This year, both left Club Street’s reputable benso toI Pics: Edwin KO6 - 612 words
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staying in
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Article, Illustration505 2004-11-04 34 KohSuHaw - 'KohSuHaw IN the decades following World War 11, the American carmakers General Motors, Ford and Chrysler collectively known as Detroit’s Big Three dominated the US automobile market. Being in control of the world’s biggest car market, they effectively set the agenda for automobile manufacturers elsewhere.505 words
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Article, Illustration163 2004-11-04 34 ourPICKS Saturdays from lOpm on Star World (SCV IB) THREE cheers for Star World for introducing three British comedies to its Saturday night line-up. Coupling (pictured), at 10pm, is about six people and their complicated, tortuous and hilarious love lives. Its play163 words
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Article, Illustration115 2004-11-04 35 Weather was not expected to play havoc with most voters In Tuesday’s US presidential election, forecasters at The Weather Channel said. “Significant precipitation will only be affecting a small percentage of the nation’s voting districts at any given time,” said Mr Stu Ostro, senior meteorologist withPic Edwin Koo - 115 words
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Tune in TV & MOVIE NEWS
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Article48 2004-11-04 35 9pm, HBO (Star Hub Ch 60) When Mitch (Luke Wilson) finds his wife (Juliette Lewis) in a compromising position, he moves out to a new home near a college campus. It soon becomes the school’s hottest party spot and the Dean tries to shut them down.48 words
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Article, Illustration36 2004-11-04 35 9pm, Channel U Liwen celebrates her birthday at the orphanage. To her surprise, Chengzhi proposes to her on bended knee. She accepts his proposal and Chengzhi takes her home to announce the good news.36 words
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Article, Illustration70 2004-11-04 35 PROJECT MANDALA Tomorrow till Dec 5, llam-6pm on weekdays, 12pm-6pm on weekends Sculpture Square (155, Middle Road, tel 6333-1055) Free Artist Tang Mun Kit utilises the concept of the mandala, a symbolic circular figure representing the universe, as a stimulus to artistic creations. This exhibition aims to test and70 words
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Article57 2004-11-04 35 BETWEEN LIFE DEATH Friday to Sunday, Bpm The Substation Guinness Theatre Tickets at $24 from Ticket Charge This play by Gao Xingjian, 2000 Nobel Laureate for Literature, examines the darkest depths of one woman’s inner world haunted by fears of rejection, ageing, death and the final judgment, and of57 words
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Miscellaneous471 2004-11-04 35 Your AQUARIUS JAN 20-FEB 18 Something different should be happening. Your strength keeps you on course, but you could be going the wrong way. Admitting your mistake frees you from continuing to make it, and that could be bad or good. PISCES FEB 19 -MAR 20 Did anyone ask you?471 words
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Article, Illustration419 2004-11-04 36 Lim Han Ming - By Lim Han Ming SHE was a classy defender for her school back in the United States. But ask Rebecca Lee Patterson, 30, (above) which is more exciting football or wakeboarding the KoreanAmerican has no doubts about where her passion lies. “If you ask me, wakeboardingi, Pics: Wakeboard Association (Singapore) - 419 words
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Article, Illustration187 2004-11-04 36 Gary Lim - By Gary Lim IF bikini babes alone can’t lure you to the beach, maybe bikini-clad actresses getting hot and sweaty in Sentosa will do the trick. The eagerly awaited Asian Wakeboard Tom--2004 is coming to Siloso Beach and The Cove this weekend. Sexy Hong Kong187 words
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Article, Illustration467 2004-11-04 37 Tan Kim Han - SAFFC go for youngsters in bid to regain former glory By^ Tan Kim Han SINGAPORE Armed Forces FC may well become the Young Warriors next season. The four-time S-League champions have confirmed the signing of five players aged 24 or below in a bid to recapture467 words
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244 2004-11-04 37 -AFP ATLANTA World No 1 Vijay Singh seeks an astounding 10th PGA victory of the season at the season-ending Tour Championship, a title that would lift the Fijian’s record money total above US$ll million (S$ 18.34 million). Vijay has already captured U-AFP - 244 words
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Article111 2004-11-04 37 BASKETBALL AFP DALLAS Dirk Nowitzki scored 33 points and pulled down 10 rebounds here on Tuesday to lead the Dallas Mavericks past Sacramento Kings 107-98 in an opening night match-up of National Basketball Association contenders. The Mavericks lost to Sacramento in five games in the opening round ofAFP - 111 words
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Article84 2004-11-04 37 GOLF -AFP PALM BEACH, Florida Tom Lehman will be named captain for the United States golf team at the 2006 Ryder Cup matches in Ireland, the Palm Beach Post newspaper reported on Tuesday. The PGA of America, which names the captain, did not confirm the report. Lehman,-AFP - 84 words
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Article90 2004-11-04 37 FOOTBALL -Reuters BUENOS AIRES Real Madrid forward Santiago Solari received a rare call-up from Argentina on Tuesday when he was included in the squad for this month’s World Cup qualifier against Venezuela. Real Zaragoza striker Luciano Galletti was the other surprise inclusion. Reuters Goalkeeper: Leonardo Franco; Defenders:-Reuters - 90 words
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247 2004-11-04 38 -AFP MILAN Valencia coach Claudio Ranieri insisted that the late dismissal of Inter Milan striker Adriano was a bigger blow for his side than for their Italian opponents after Tuesday’s goalless Champions League draw. A point was enough for Inter to qualify for-AFP - 247 words
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Article, Illustration472 2004-11-04 38 Skipper Terry confident Chelsea good enough for die double Wire services MOSCOW Chelsea skipper John Terry believes that his side can achieve a Champions League and Premiership double even if his manager does not. Terry’s stance contradicts the view held by Jose Mourinho, who earlier this week– Wire services; Reuters - 472 words
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Article, Illustration194 2004-11-04 39 Reuters BARCELONA Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard put his side’s 2-1 comeback win over previously unbeaten AC Milan down to his team’s self-belief, the individual brilliance of Ronaldinho (below) and the support of the fans. Said Rijkaard: “We were constantly looking for ways to break down the■ Reuters; AFP - 194 words
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Article, Illustration589 2004-11-04 39 Manager Wenger admits Gunners need to shake off lethargy -AFP LONDON Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is refusing to panic but admits that his side are going through a dip after witnessing their Premiership and Champions League campaigns stutter. The Gunners have misfired since losing to-AFP; AFP - 589 words
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Miscellaneous26 2004-11-04 37 IN THE LIVING ROOM FOOTBALL: Uefa Cup Group Stage: Newcastle United vs Dinoma Tblisi (Ch 22, tomorrow, 3.25 am), Middlesbrough vs Lazio (Ch2l, tomorrow, 3.55 am)26 words
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