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Title Section13 2004-04-03 1 weekendTODAY April 3- 4 2004 MITA p) 009/03/2003 we set you thinking todayonline.com13 words
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Article, Illustration714 2004-04-03 1 Jose Raymond - Jose Raymond When caught Chia was said to have contributed $62m to casino coffers around the world jose@newstoday.com.sg SPORTING a dark grey shirt, shortcropped hair and black-rimmed spectacles, a small man sat in the dock in the High Court on Friday, waiting to714 words
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Article, Illustration468 2004-04-03 1 Derrick A Paulo - Derrick A Paulo derrick@newstoday.com.sg FORMER pilots' union leader Captain Ryan Goh Yew Hock has been given two weeks to leave Singapore. His appeal to keep his Singapore permanent residency (PR) was rejected by Minister for Home Affairs Wong Kan Seng.468 words
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Miscellaneous23 2004-04-03 1 INSIDE brave beauties zO\ neil humphreys 6 dave barry. 19 ian de cotta 37 One chance left, /V *i UnitedM^l I 38 i—l23 words
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NEWS
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326 2004-04-03 3 – Raymond Andrew - Raymond Andrew EVEN after Joachim Kang was arrested last April for embezzling $5.1 million in church funds, donor Ms Emily Chan "still trusted" him, said his lawyers inviting him for a Chinese New Year meal this year with a326 words
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Article, Illustration361 2004-04-03 3 Wong Fei Wan - Wong Fei Wan Ng fined $10,000, Chua $8,000 for role in death of 4 servicewomen feiwan@newstoday.com.sg IT WAS a moving and unusual appeal from a man whose daughter was one of the four servicewomen killed partly as a result of the negligence of twoWONG FEI WAN - 361 words
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SINGAPOREsnippets
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Article95 2004-04-03 3 Newsßadio 93.8 Hawker Mr Koh Teng Beng, 49, was killed in a Bedok North flat. Police say the alleged murderer was a 59-year-old taxi-driver. Witnesses said the suspect claimed Mr Koh was having an affair with his wife. When she and Mr Koh turned up at– Newsßadio 93.8 - 95 words
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Article75 2004-04-03 3 CNA The body of a 56-year-old Chinese man was found in the boot of a car by the police yesterday after being alerted by the public. A man was seen being forced into the car and later he was seen struggling with two other men– CNA - 75 words
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Article79 2004-04-03 3 Newsßadio 93.8 ■H^F■■■■■■■ VI The first public consultation since the announcement to extend means testing to public hospitals has thrown up questions about the definition of income. Views were mixed on whether a person's assets should be included in the criteria. Participants questioned the need for– Newsßadio 93.8 - 79 words
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Article31 2004-04-03 3 Mr Yong Pung How, 78, has been reappointed the Chief Justice of Singapore for another two years with effect from April 11. He has held this position since 1990.31 words
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HOT NEWS
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Article, Illustration292 2004-04-03 4 Reuters They blame fatwa, apologise for role in Indon bomb attacks KUALA LUMPUR In an exclusive TV interview, four repentant Malaysians have admitted to being members of the Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) terror group and apologised for their roles in deadly bomb attacksReuters; REUTERS - 292 words
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GLOBALroundup
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Article83 2004-04-03 4 Reuters A bomb was found on a highspeed train track near the Spanish city of Toledo on Friday, just weeks after 191 people were killed in suspected Al Qaeda bombings of four packed Madrid commuter trains. Interior Minister Angel Acebes said the bomb, believed– Reuters - 83 words
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89 2004-04-03 4 Reuters Taiwan's High Court on Friday asked the lawyers for Taiwan President Chen Shui-bian and opposition leader Lien Chan to agree within five days on the terms of a recount in the disputed Presidential election. Mr Lien had filed a lawsuit on Monday— Reuters - 89 words
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54 2004-04-03 4 -AFP Eight Malaysian teenagers from a top religious school were charged with murder on Friday over the death of a star student that sparked public outrage. Though murder is punishable by death by hanging in Malaysia, the accused, alfaged 17, are juveniles and will-AFP - 54 words
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65 2004-04-03 4 The Jakarta Post Indonesian police have received what may be this election's first case of people reporting election officials for failing to grant them their constitutional rights. Representatives of some 50 families with eligible voters in East Jakarta reported their local voter registrationThe Jakarta Post - 65 words
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Article133 2004-04-03 4 Reuters COLOMBO Sri Lankans voted in large numbers on Friday, but with no indication whether they would break an impasse that has frozen efforts to revive a peace bid with the island's separatist Tamil Tigers. The parliamentary election was one of the calmest in years, with fears ofReuters - 133 words
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254 2004-04-03 4 Kevin Tan NUCLEAR power Pakistan may soon be part of Asia's principal security dialogue forum amid signs of strong regional support for its inclusion, said a top Pakistani diplomat. Pakistani Foreign Secretary Riaz Khokhar was optimistic that his country would be accepted into the– Kevin Tan - 254 words
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Article131 2004-04-03 4 – Elista Yeo - Elista Yeo THE Indonesian government and the General Elections Commission (KPU) on Friday confirmed that legislative elections would be held simultaneously in Indonesia and abroad on April 5 as scheduled. Interim Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Hari Sabarno said there was a possibility of131 words
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HUMOUR/NEWS
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Article, Illustration735 2004-04-03 6 Neil Humphreys - Neil Humphreys Toilet humour is no joke for 100 lovers IN THE words of George Michael, there's nothing like being caught with your pants down in a public toilet It almost happened to me at Changi Airport recently. Not wishing to travel to London on aYENYOK - 735 words
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Article, Illustration218 2004-04-03 6 – Tay Tsen- Waye - Tay Tsen-Waye HEAVY rain and the prospect of clinging to the back of flimsy crocodile floats for the next two days could not stop 50 people from taking part in the Haig Court condominium challenge not when there was a chance to218 words
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LETTERS
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378 2004-04-03 8 Tan Lay Peng - Tan Lay Peng I REFER to the article, "Teo calls for revamp of public services" (Today, March 31) and the subsequent letter by Yak Chin Hwa, "Bravo, RAdm Teo" (Today, April 1). Mr Yak applauded RAdm Teo Chee Hean for not mincing his words378 words
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326 2004-04-03 8 Steven Lo Chock Fei - Steven Lo Chock Fei It is the Govt's obligation to protect public from criminals, terrorists I REFER to your report, "Commuters split over paying for tighter MRT security" (Today, April 2). In return for the payment of income tax, GST and other taxes, members326 words
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VOXpopuli
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Letter90 2004-04-03 8 — Jason Lee Boon Hong - Jason Lee Boon Hong THE augmentation of national security is akin to a nation buying military arms to step up its defence strength. As such, the Government should bear the costs. While the cost to be incurred by the commuters might work out to be90 words
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Letter89 2004-04-03 8 — Alan Kok - Alan Kok WHY wasn't there a similar additional cost imposed on consumers for the extra security measures at the airport? Are authorities riding on the belief that sure, Singaporeans will complain over the fare adjustments, but these complaints will cease over time? Even if the89 words
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Letter50 2004-04-03 8 – Timothy VDH - Timothy VDH IT IS unacceptable for security to be privately-managed and funded, because if you follow this line of thought, then it would mean that richer people can afford to be safe, while others cannot. That is exactly why security has to remain a communal matter.50 words
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274 2004-04-03 8 Ong Chun Hwee - Ong Chun Hwee I DO not mind paying a little extra for my MRT ride even up to 50 cents more per trip as long as the security system guarantees my safety. I would just treat it as an insurance premium. But, if274 words
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BUSINESS
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Article276 2004-04-03 10 Val Chua - Val Chua Veteran hotelier to spearhead Sentosa Cove's strategic plans val@newstoday.com.sg DYNAMIC hotelier Jennie Chua is set to inject her expertise and lively touch into Sentosa Cove as its new chairman, confirming recent speculation of her appointment. Indeed, the person often associated with luxury brand Raffles276 words
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Market WATCH
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Article61 2004-04-03 10 SHARES closed higher on Friday, completing a weeklong rally as investors bought banking and technology stocks amid optimism over the economy. The ST Index ended at a one-month closing high, after adding 9.75 points, or 0.5 per cent, to 1,880.45. On the broad market, advancers led decliners 253 to61 words
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Article, Illustration40 2004-04-03 10 Agencies But Asia-Pacific Breweries bucked the upward trend, losing 5 cents, or 0.7 per cent, to $7.20 after the company's former finance manager was sentenced to 42 years' jail for cheating four banks of $1 17 million.Agencies - 40 words
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Article60 2004-04-03 10 Index Value hange Nikkei 225 Hang Seng Ml Ordinaries laiwan Wtd 11,815.95 12,731.76 3,437.400 6,545.54 Pis +132.53 +55.51 -6.500 +22.05 +1.13 +0.44 -0.19 +0.34 Korea Comp KLCI 883.69 887.34 +0.94 +0.26 +0.11 +0.03 SET Index Jakarta Comp 693.12 750.652 +21.20 +12.999 +3.16 +1.76 Phils Comp Shenzhen B 1,450.9160 words
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Article22 2004-04-03 10 Bloomberg Gold uss/oi 427.30 Silver uss/oi 8.13 Platinum uss/oi 907.00 Rubber cents/kg 230.50 Palm Oil RM/tonne 2,003 Brent crude uss/barrel 31.02Bloomberg - 22 words
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Article37 2004-04-03 10 SGX, US$ 0.5984 UK£ 0.3234 Yen 62.405 HK$ 4.6565 RM 2.2728 Euro 0.4856 Rupiah 5,131.7 Baht 23.405 Peso 33.659 A$ 0.7813 Indian Rs 26.154 Won 682.53 C$ 0.7823 Yuan 4.9526 NZ$ 0.8958 NTS 19.716SGX, - 37 words
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Article56 2004-04-03 10 iy volume Bio-Treat UnitedTAC Interra KLW Speedy-Tech AEM-EVER ChinaFlexP Unified Autron NOL Close 0.965 0.895 0.270 0.085 0.635 0.265 0.840 0.525 0.375 2.250 Change +0.040 +0.045 -0.005 +0.030 +0.020 +0.030 +0.015 +0.035 +0.020 +4.3 +5.3 -5.6 +5.0 +8.2 +3.7 +2.9 +10.3 +0.9 'OOO 74,573 47,924 24,777 24,44656 words
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Article75 2004-04-03 10 By$ /enture Close Change 20.300 +0.500 IMH 400USS 10.900 +0.300 >IA 11.500 +0.300 thai Prime200USS 11.300 +0.300 :MShekou 100 HKS 8.900 +0.200 Creative 50 18.400 +0.200 ilA 200 11.500 +0.200 iPH 19.200 +0.200 iPC 2.980 +0.140 By percentage Over&Gene AS Close 0.100 Change +42.9 Benefun 20k 0.02075 words
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Article77 2004-04-03 10 By Close :&N 14.400 Change -0.300 KepCorp 7.350 DBS 14.100 -0.150 -0.100 Haw Par 4.920 -0.080 >p Land 3.920 -0.080 ip Land W*****3 1.720 \?i Breweries 7.200 -0.060 -0.050 ieeHS W*****0 0.160 -0.045 3uocoLandNCCPS*****91.120 -0.040 lurEnq 2.540 -0.040 By percentage Close TeamsphereW*****8 0.070 SeeHS W*****0 0.160 Chang'77 words
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Article143 2004-04-03 12 Channel News Asia AFP Singapore will host the Bth Asean Finance Ministers Meeting on Wednesday the first time since the annual meeting started in 1 997. Singapore leads the pack in the IPS Asean 9+l Competitiveness Ranking Indices of Asean countries plus China. But the Institute of Policy Studies– Channel News Asia; – AFP - 143 words
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215 2004-04-03 12 Dow Jones WASHINGTON US employers hired workers at the fastest rate in four years last month, surprising Wall Street and providing the brightest sign yet that the recovery in the world's biggest economy is beginning to revive its labour– Dow Jones - 215 words
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Article, Illustration311 2004-04-03 12 Chan Chao Peh - Chan Chao Peh Despite Sars, it did well last year chaopeh@newstoday.com.sg DESPITE the economic slump caused by last year's Sars outbreak, furniture retailer Barang Barang managed to increase sales by 31.8-per cent compared to figures for 2002. This year, with an improving economy, Barang Barang,CHAN CHAO PEH - 311 words
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SAVVY INVESTOR
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Article, Illustration748 2004-04-03 14 Jerry Low - Jerry Low Prices are volatile, but any weakness may be an opportunity to accumulate for the long term news@newstoday.com.sg THE Taiwanese bourse has been on a roller-coaster ride. In the wake of the controversial presidential election, the stock market plunged 10 per cent lastAFP - 748 words
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Article63 2004-04-03 14 Dow Jones Marco Polo ($2.02) Buy CLSA starts coverage on Marco Polo with a Buy recommendation and a $2.35 target price. It expects the company to sell its Grange Residences project entirely before the yearend. CLSA says the "luxury end of the residential market is indeed stirring in anDow Jones - 63 words
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352 2004-04-03 14 Bloomberg SBI E2-Capital Holdings, which managed the largest number of initial public offerings (IPO) here last year, said Singapore will probably have a record number of stock offerings this year, with Chinese and other overseas companies making up half of the– Bloomberg - 352 words
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WORLD
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Article, Illustration379 2004-04-03 16 Agencies because she saw papers that show US knew of Al Qaeda's plans LONDON The heat over the White House's handling of terrorism before 911 continues to build as another whistle-blower revealed that United States officials knew about the Al Qaeda's plans for attacks months— Agencies; YENYOK - 379 words
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Article134 2004-04-03 16 Reuters LONDON Family conflicts, domestic violence, failed romances and mental illness have pushed the suicide rate of young people in south India to the highest in the world, researchers said on Friday. Suicide accounts for half to three-quarters of all deaths in young women and— Reuters - 134 words
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GLOBALroundup
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Article47 2004-04-03 16 Agencies Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon has warned that Israel could move against Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, after Israel assassinated Hamas leader Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, said Israel Radio. In another interview, he said "it's not certain that Arafat can maintain his place forever".Agencies - 47 words
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Article55 2004-04-03 16 AFP Sixty-five per cent of Japanese support a revision of the country's Constitution, according to a nationwide poll by Yomiuri Shimbun published on Friday. It was the highest figure since 1981. Most polled said change is needed as Japan could not contribute fully when the need arisesAFP - 55 words
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Article54 2004-04-03 16 Agencies United States President George W Bush has signed the "Unborn Victims of Violence Act", making it an offence to kill or injure a foetus in a federal crime, in addition to any charges related to the pregnant woman. The bill covers crimes against foetuses fromAgencies - 54 words
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Article, Illustration1057 2004-04-03 18 Parties with Islamic roots fear a weak turnout in next week's election IN THE pervasive silence at the Crescent Star Party's (PBB's) headquarters, party secretary Hendry worked extra hard to stay focused. He pressed the buttons on a telephone to dial out, spoke into thef REUTERS - 1,057 words
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Holistic + Natural Health
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Article, Illustration542 2004-04-03 16 2i, or "life energy", is the basis of practically all traditional healing arts as well as many modern i acupuncture, qiqong, taiqi, reiki, shiatsu, yoga, aikido, kinesiology, kinegetics, Colorpuncture™, and others. Every culture has a name for this energy chi or cji in Chinese, prana in542 words
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Article, Illustration177 2004-04-03 17 For aches, pain injuries... Osteopathy is a gentle and safe manipulation therapy well-known to be effective in relieving aches, pain and injuries. In the US, UK, Australia and many other countries, osteopathy is part of mainstream medical treatment, and is widely sought for backache, neck, shoulder and joint pain, and177 words
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Article, Illustration664 2004-04-03 17 The latest news about heart disease is either good news or bad news, depending on how one looks at it. It is bad news for those who seek solutions in bypass surgery, stents and similar medical procedures to remove arterial blockages. Scientists have discovered that most heart attacks664 words
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Article, Illustration168 2004-04-03 17 Experience deep peace in the presence of a spiritual leader who is said to have "the most stable mind in the world"! You can have this unique experience when Dadi Janki, Co-Head of the Brahma Kumaris Spiritual University, visits Singapore on April 22. In a 1978168 words
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COMMENTARY
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Article, Illustration793 2004-04-03 19 Shanoo Maharaj - Shanoo Maharaj Absence of election issues helps irrelevance reign in India news@newstoday.com.sg FIVE years ago, when India voted for a government led by the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), things were different The dishevelled, portly, dowdy politician still held forth with long, boring speeches; news television793 words
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Article, Illustration666 2004-04-03 19 Dave Barry - Dave Barry Hands up! I have pasta. Hand me your wallets! I PROBABLY shouldn't admit this to you younger readers, but when my generation was your age, we did some pretty stupid things. We drank water right from the tap. We used aspirin bottles that you could actually666 words
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Article, Illustration203 2004-04-03 20 Wendy Cheng - Wendy Cheng JOINING the 20 Miss Singapore Universe finalists on stage this Saturday will be Michelle Chong (picture). Unfortunately, she won't be in a swimsuit Michelle, who was voted No 7 on FHM's 100 Sexiest Women 2003 list, will be co-hosting the pageant with her203 words
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Article, Illustration597 2004-04-03 20 Wendy Cheng - Wendy Cheng Give these gals a break and stop griping about the 'falling standards' of Miss Singapore Universe ON THE one hand, I want to laugh, like most of us instinctively do. On the other, I feel a little sorry for those "brave" Miss Singapore Universe contestants. ForCOURTESY 8 DAYS - 597 words
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Article, Illustration508 2004-04-03 20 Serene Foo - Serene Foo serene@newstoday.com.sg THE celebration of the arts will be in full bloom this June. And the scale of the Singapore Arts Festival 2004 A New Season Blossoms has been restored to pre-Sars level in 2002. If anything, theENRICO FANTONI - 508 words
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Article, Illustration445 2004-04-03 21 — Wendy Cheng - Wendy Cheng A FEW nights back, I had a date with some ghosts. It was a "Spooky Bus" tour, as part of the promotions for MediaCorp TV Channel s's Incredible Tales and the horror flick, The Eye 2. A three-hour bus tour took 12445 words
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Article, Illustration494 2004-04-03 22 Reuters Just a month after the last Oscars, Hollywood studios have begun campaigning for next year's Academy Awards LOS ANGELES It was just five weeks ago that The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King was crowned best picture at the 76th Annual Academy– Reuters - 494 words
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IN CINEMAS ROUND-UP
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36 2004-04-03 24 – Yong Shu Chiang _■__■__■__\ u25a0 - Yong Shu Chiang The ambitious conclusion of Peter Jackson's LOTR trilogy, winner of 1 1 Oscars, crowns it as arguably the one to rule them all.36 words
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Article38 2004-04-03 24 — Elisa Chia - Elisa Chia me Eye 11, starring Shu Qi and Eugenia Yuen, is not so much a sequel to the original horror hit. It's more subdued and stylish, which should please those fed-up with cheap scares.38 words
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Article35 2004-04-03 24 Serene Foo - Serene Foo Viggo Mortensen (Aragorn in the Lord of the Rings films) saddles up and saves this film, about a 1 9th-century cowboy riding in a gruelling Arabian horse race. The king has returned.35 words
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Article22 2004-04-03 24 SF A nostalgic Thai film about 1 0-year-olds and their life lessons Good things do indeed come in small packages.SF - 22 words
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Article24 2004-04-03 24 SF Period film set in the 1 9th century, about four strong-headed youth-turned-outlaws Down Under. Leads Heath Ledger and Orlando Bloom shine.SF - 24 words
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Article25 2004-04-03 24 YSC A courtroom drama about conmen trying to rig the jury system, based on a John Grisham novel. Well-executed, though without shocking twists.YSC - 25 words
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Article37 2004-04-03 24 YSC Based on the true story of US journalist Stephen Glass, whose real talent was telling the tall tales that got published in respected news magazines. One of the best films so far this year.YSC - 37 words
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Article30 2004-04-03 24 YSC A keenly-observed look at three Taipei women's lives (Rene Liv, Angelica Lee and Sylvia Chang), directed by Chang. A warm film, offering insight into what makes women tick.YSC - 30 words
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Article33 2004-04-03 24 SF South Korean heartthrob Bae Yongjun does a complete aboutturn, from sensitive TV Snag in Winter Sonata to a manipulative playboy in his big screen debut. And he pulls it off.SF - 33 words
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Article36 2004-04-03 24 Ne/7 Humphreys - Ne/7 Humphreys The story of a father who tells so many tall tales that even his son can't tell fact from fiction. Tim Burton's family film is entertaining, even if the sideshows hog centrestage.36 words
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Article31 2004-04-03 24 YSC A jaded paparazzo tracks down his 12-year-old half-brother, who looks 30 due to an ageing disorder. A little maudlin, but still entertaining. South Korea's answer to Rain Man\YSC - 31 words
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Article46 2004-04-03 24 — Felix Cheong - Felix Cheong The intentions are good, but director Mcl Gibson is unable to separate message from medium in his film about the last hours of Jesus Christ. What could have been a great, poetic film is reduced to a religious tract.46 words
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Article23 2004-04-03 24 Wendy Cheng - Wendy Cheng A pointed educational film aimed at teens, from the National Crime Prevention Council. Bad rap soundtrack, blatant product placement.23 words
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Article, Illustration590 2004-04-03 26 Wyna Tan - Wyna Tan Enjoy the lush greenery and cool evening breeze as you tuck into restaurantstyle cze char at the former Gillman Barracks eat oul food@newstoday.com.sg IT S not every day you find a foodcourt in an old army barracks. But that is what has become ofTREVOR TAN; WEE TECK WAN - 590 words
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Article, Illustration600 2004-04-03 27 Susan Goh - Susan Goh I This shophouse in Emerald Hill brings architecture and history to life with style "T newsCgnewstoday.com.sg RESTORED to its original splendour in line with Peranakan heritage, this Emerald Hill house marries the best of traditional Straits Chinese architecture with modern comforts. "Conservation buildings are important, because600 words
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Article, Illustration634 2004-04-03 28 Colin Yong - Colin Yong Renault's mid-sized MPV offers great refinement, cleverly-designed interior THE first Renault Scenic was very popular among Singaporeans who frequented Johor Baru because its unique underfloor storage compartments could hold loads of VCDs. Not my observations but those of an Exklusiv Auto Services representative, who634 words
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Article, Illustration210 2004-04-03 28 IT may not be six feet tall or have legs that never end, but the limited edition Mercedes-Benz CLX Giorgio Armani Design Car is a guaranteed head-turner at the Singapore Fashion Festival this year. Making its first appearance in Asia, the car is one of only210 words
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Article111 2004-04-03 28 IN a move to further differentiate its products from those of parent company Toyota, Lexus is to unveil a high-end sports car within the next couple of years. Current Lexus cars are based on Toyotas, but new models will be distinctive. The LF-C concept car111 words
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Article, Illustration547 2004-04-03 29 High-tech dummies make cars safer than ever EMAY not be possible to put a price on human life, but how about on something that looks, weighs and even bends like a real person? Try $100,000 or more. When you consider that a crash test dummy has547 words
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Article, Illustration209 2004-04-03 29 Are you having sleepless nights due to blocked nose, asthma or itching? Chances are your mattress may be infested with dust mites. Mattresses provide the ideal environment for dust mites to breed and multiply. The abundance of dead skin cells provides food for these mites. What's worse is209 words
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Article, Illustration86 2004-04-03 29 Make your fashion statement with the new array of Boss Hugo Boss m sunglasses and optical frames. The Spring/Summer 2004 collection of shades and frames from Hugo Boss combines the latest contemporary style with lightweight materials to give you style and functionality. Exclusive models also come86 words
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Article, Illustration234 2004-04-03 34 POP wannabes have American Idol and football supporters now have the Carlsberg Euro 2004 Best Fan contest. There is no Simon Cowell, but there is Today sports editor Leonard Thomas, TV celebrity Kumar and MediaCorp DJ Glenn Ong. The trio have formed a judging panel to234 words
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Article, Illustration372 2004-04-03 34 Reuters Pakistan coach demands better showing in next Test TEST CRICKET Pakistan v India LAHORE Pakistan coach Javed Miandad has told his bowlers they need to get their act together if they are to level the series against India after losing the first Test by an innings– Reuters; AFP - 372 words
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Article, Illustration532 2004-04-03 35 -AFP Serena breezes into first final since knee surgery TENNIS Nasdaq-100 Open KEY BISCAYNE, Florida Venus Willams is still struggling with injury, but there is no stopping her sister. Two-time defending champion Serena Williams stayed perfect in her comeback from an eightmonth layoff, reaching the WTA and-AFP; AFP - 532 words
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Article, Illustration377 2004-04-03 35 -AFP GOLF Bell South Classic DULUTH, Georgia Two-time Masters champion Jose Maria Olazabal fired a seven-under-par 65 to grab a share of the first-round lead at the Bell South Classic with US Tour rookie Roger Tambellini on Thursday (Friday morning, Singapore time).-AFP; AFP - 377 words
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Article, Illustration264 2004-04-03 35 NBA LA Lakers 93 Houston 85 LOS ANGELES Just a few weeks ago, the Los Angeles Lakers hoped to move up to second or third in the Western Conference standings. Now, thanks to 10 consecutive wins to equal a season high, they are playingREUTERS - 264 words
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Article, Illustration655 2004-04-03 36 TANYO- HINN - TANYO-HINN Singapore risk Ryan's wrath if Hong Kong mistakes are repeated at Kallang RUGBY Standard Chartered Sevens Singapore 2004 yohinn@newstoday.com.sg OFF the field, Matthew 'Bubba' Jiyan (left) is a colourful character fcvho makes his thoughts known on his personal website. I Called Bubba's Broadside, the lornier Wallaby655 words
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292 2004-04-03 36 KOH WEI LING - KOH WEI LING weiling@newstoday.com. sg PRIDE, form and experience will prevail at this weekend's Standard Chartered Sevens Singapore 2004 the sixth leg of the eight-leg International Rugby Board (IRB) Sevens Series. According to the Singapore Rugby Union's technical director, Matthew Ryan,292 words
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Article, Illustration137 2004-04-03 37 MANAMA Ferrari's Rubens Barrichello (picture) lapped fastest on Friday as others succumbed to the shimmering desert heat in practice for Formula I's first race in the Middle East. The Brazilian lapped Bahrain's gleaming Sakhir circuit in one minute 31.450 seconds, beating Colombian Juan Pablo Montoya's137 words
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Article106 2004-04-03 37 MADRID Having put their recent bout of jitters behind them, league leaders Real Madrid will hope to be able to consolidate their position at the top of the table with a Primera Liga win at Albacete on Saturday. To boost their confidence, Real medical officials106 words
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Article97 2004-04-03 37 ROME Serie A leaders AC Milan visit relegation-threatened Modena on Sunday looking to maintain their ninepoint cushion at the top of table and edge closer to their 17th league title. And central defender Alessandro Costacurta, 37, said the European champions will not compromise on their97 words
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Article41 2004-04-03 37 CURRENT S-League leaders Woodlands Wellington will take on Japanese outfit Albirex Niigata in an eagerly anticipated top-of-tne-table clash this Tuesday at Woodlands Stadium at 7.30pm. Match tickets are now on sale at the Woodlands and Jurong East Stadiums.41 words
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Article, Illustration746 2004-04-03 37 LAN DE COTTA - LAN DE COTTA and I'm betting on Montoya to prevail in the first-ever race in the Middle East FORMULA 1 Bahrain Grand Prix IT PROMISES to be a race like no other. Besides the usual whiff of fuel in the air, the stench of burning rubberAFP - 746 words
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Article, Illustration219 2004-04-03 37 Yong i^i^i^i^i^i^i^i^i^H Ist M Schumacher i^i^i^i^i^i^i^i^i^H Montoya i^i^i^i^i^i^i^i^il i^i^i^i^i^i^i^i^il This weekend will be a real test for all the drivers. Experience will show, and Schumacher is second to none in learning new circuits quickly. None of the other teams look ready to break Ferrari's dominance, but I219 words
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Article, Illustration364 2004-04-03 38 TAN YO- HINN - TAN YO-HINN yohinn@newstoday.com.sg FOUR years spent studying and training to become a top athlete in the $75 million Singapore Sports School would be wasted if all the hard work stopped the moment the student graduated. Fortunately, budding sports stars noTREVOR TAN - 364 words
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Article, Illustration944 2004-04-03 38 Agencies Pride, respect and the balance of power are all at stake as Red Devils fight to save season FA CUP, SEMI-FINAL Arsenal v Manchester United The 1-1 Premiership draw at Highbury last Sunday saw us grow in confidence It's the first time in a fewAgencies; Getty Images, AFP photos - 944 words
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Article, Illustration256 2004-04-03 38 -AFP LONDON Arsenal midfielder Fredrik Ljungberg is well aware of how much it meant to the club the last time they lost an FA Cup semi-final to Manchester United. And the Swede is determined he and his team-mates will not have to suffer the same bitter-AFP; AFP - 256 words
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Article, Illustration305 2004-04-03 39 Agencies ENGLISH PREMIERSHIP Tottenham v Chelsea LONDON With Arsenal preoccupied with their FA Cup semi-final clash with Manchester United, Chelsea will be looking to take advantage at White Hart Lane against Tottenham Hotspur. The Blues whittled the Gunners' nine-point lead at theAgencies - 305 words
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188 2004-04-03 39 Arsenal are the first club to appear in 24 semi-finals, edging ahead of Everton's 23. Manchester United join Everton on 23 appearances. Arsenal have reached the semis for the sixth time in the last seven seasons. United last reached the semis in 1999188 words
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