Today, 8 December 2010, Afternoon Edition
2010-12-08
2
85
https://www.nlb.gov.sg
https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg/newspapers/browse/today
Today
-
Title Section28 2010-12-08 2 AFTERNOON EDITION TODAY MICA (P) 057/10/2010 A PUBLICATION OF NEWS HOTLINE 6822 2268 Wednesday December 8, 2010 www.todayonline.com we set you thinking DECEMBER 8, 2010 A PUBLICATION OF28 words
-
512 2010-12-08 2 MUSTAFA SHAFAWI; SHARON SEE - MUSTAFA SHAFAWI AND SHARON SEE mustafa@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE While Singapore’s economic growth is projected to moderate from next year after a blistering rebound this year workers here can expect even better salary increments next year compared to the past 12 months, according to a512 words
-
Article403 2010-12-08 2 Consular assistance will be extended: Rudd REUTERS SYDNEY Australia will “absolutely” provide WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange with consular help after he was remanded in custody by a British court over allegations of sex crimes in Sweden, Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd said this morning. Assange, aREUTERS - 403 words
-
Page 2 Advertisements
-
Advertisement88 2010-12-08 2 iTODAY on mobile phones For the latest news updates on the go. D Download the latest version of the application from your device's App store. V V* v. ■satz mrZr&X iwr* r 6? ECK7 ®g Each exclusive bear is yours for just $1.80 with every meal purchase UPSIZE of drink88 words
-
Advertisement6 2010-12-08 2 >> FIRMS TO HIRE MORE STAFF 26 words
-
Advertisement23 2010-12-08 2 drivAmbition, increase in salary staff. (Singathat would Said availon six in increase turnover highest chemical sales chalCHAMPS LEAGUE 56 SPURS FINISH TOP REUTERS23 words
-
-
NEWS
-
569 2010-12-08 4 CLAIRE HUANG - Working under a fictitious name here, the Australian had been deregistered in home country CLAIRE HUANG clairehuang@mediacorp.com.sg MEDIACORP EXCLUSIVE SINGAPORE The Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) have launched a probe into an Australian dentist who has been569 words
-
Article131 2010-12-08 4 FIRMSTO HIRE MORE STAFF JASON TAN In a survey, recruitment services firm Manpower Singapore found that about a third of the 686 companies it surveyed plan to hire more staff in early next year. Among the remaining companies, about 60 per cent foresee no change in their headcount while 3JASON TAN - 131 words
-
Article162 2010-12-08 4 BLOOMBERG CHAPEL HILL (North Carolina) Elizabeth Edwards, who closely advised her husband John in two bids for the presidency and advocated for healthcare even as her marriage publicly crumbled, died yesterday after a six-year struggle with cancer. She was 61. She died at herBLOOMBERG - 162 words
-
432 2010-12-08 5 JOANNE CHAN - JOANNE CHAN joannechan@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Within five weeks of operations, the new statutory board launched to regulate the real estate industry has already received about 150 complaints. National Development Minister Mah Bow Tan, however, said he was not surprised by the432 words
-
406 2010-12-08 5 SINGAPORE The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said yesterday that Singapore’s fast-rising home prices are “worrying”, as real-estate lending accounts for more than half of total loans in the banking system. According to the latest issue of the ADB’s Asia Economic Monitor, the share of property-related406 words
-
630 2010-12-08 6 THE NEW YORK TIMES BEIJING Students in Shanghai have surprised experts by out-scoring their counterparts in dozens of other countries, in reading as well as in maths and science, according to the results of a respected exam. United States officialsTHE NEW YORK TIMES - 630 words
-
258 2010-12-08 8 THE GUARDIAN YANGON Myanmar’s Senior General Than Shwe considered making a US$1 billion ($1.3 billion) for Manchester United football club around the time the junta faced international anger over its slow response to Cyclone Nargis, according to aTHE GUARDIAN - 258 words
-
Article, Illustration383 2010-12-08 8 OVAIS SUBHANI - OVAIS SUBHANI ovaissubhani@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE The Republic is expected to overtake Australia and South Korea next year to become the second-largest casino market in the Asia-Pacific, according to a report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). The report, which is titled “Play to Win” and383 words
-
267 2010-12-08 10 AGENCIES LONDON Taking low doses of aspirin can reduce the risk of dying from certain kinds of cancer, according to a new report from British scientists, but experts warn the study is not strong enough to recommend that healthy people startAGENCIES - 267 words
-
407 2010-12-08 10 AGENCIES BANGKOK Thailand is preparing to request the extradition of fugitive former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra should he travel to the United States to appear before a human rights commission on Dec 16. The Thai Foreign Affairs Ministry saidAGENCIES - 407 words
-
Article, Illustration287 2010-12-08 12 Study links regular mobile phone use during pregnancy to behavioural problems in kids REUTERS WASHINGTON Researchers who studied the health effects of mobile phones have found evidence that pregnant women who use them regularly are more likely to have children with behavioural problems. The study,REUTERS - 287 words
-
168 2010-12-08 12 LTA TO INTRODUCE CONTACTLESS AUTOPASS CARDS NG LIAN CHEONG The LandTransport Authority (LTA) will introduce contactless Cepas-compliant Autopass cards within the next one to two years. Motorists of foreign-registered vehicles can use them in addition to the current (non-Cepas) contact cards to pay for their vehicle entry permit and tollNG LIAN CHEONG - 168 words
-
137 2010-12-08 12 FOURVIETNAMESE JAILED FORTRAFFICKING WOMEN TO SINGAPORE AP A court in southern Vietnam has sentenced four people to up to eight years in prison for trafficking women to work as prostitutes in Singapore. Court official Pham Thi Ha said yesterday that ring leader Vo Thi Hiep was jailed for eight yearsAP - 137 words
-
114 2010-12-08 12 PETROL PRICES CONTINUETO INCREASE Prices of petrol have gone up for the third time in four weeks. Shell sparked this latest round of increase at 10am yesterday. This was followed by Caltex two hours later, which increased prices by 5 cents a litre across the board. With the increase, its114 words
-
327 2010-12-08 14 SARA GROSSE SINGAPORE Two researchers in the fields of defence science and technology received prestigious fellowships from Singapore’s Defence Ministry and the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) yesterday. The inaugural Temasek Research Fellowship was awarded to Ukrainian researcher Dr Oleg Vasylkiv, who is regarded as aSARA GROSSE - 327 words
-
383 2010-12-08 14 SHAFFIQ ALKHATIB - Agrees to pay Indonesian compensation of $4,000 SHAFFIQ ALKHATIB shaffiq@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE The maid was allowed to sleep for only four hours daily. Yet, her employer still expected her to stay alert. And when the maid could not, he punched her. Indonesian maid Sinewi,383 words
-
210 2010-12-08 14 SHAFFIQ ALKHATIB SINGAPORE A businessman was fined $23,000 for giving bribes to a former employee of a voluntary welfare organisation, the Society for the Physically Disabled (SPD). Ng Chew Chuah, 39, who owned a company that provided transport services to the SPD, gave bribesSHAFFIQ ALKHATIB - 210 words
-
166 2010-12-08 15 SINGAPORE The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has clarified that a ship which capsized in the waters off Pengerang in Johor is not a Singapore-registered vessel. A Malaysian maritime official had said earlier that the MTPo Lai was a166 words
-
Article, Illustration196 2010-12-08 15 MOGANA PILLAY SINGAPORE December may be the time when many young Singaporeans are off on a family holiday but a group of them will be away on a more noble mission. They are heading to Mandiala, a village in India’s PunjabMOGANA PILLAY - 196 words
-
215 2010-12-08 16 SINGAPORE The Republic is undertaking its first comprehensive survey to take stock of its marine ecosystem, species diversity and distribution. It will be led by the National Parks Board (NParks) in partnership with experts from tertiary institutions, non-government organisations and individual enthusiasts.215 words
-
507 2010-12-08 16 NEO CHAI CHIN - Questions arise overTrue Spa customers' creditor status NEO CHAI CHIN chaichin@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE New twists, jawdropping numbers and fresh disputes have emerged in Subtle Senses’ liquidation, three weeks after its creditors’ meeting. The amount of unserviced packages the spa assumed by taking over True Spa’s507 words
-
Article79 2010-12-08 18 STUDENT CHARGED WITH ATTACK SHAFFIQ ALKHATIB A 17-year-old Republic Polytechnic student has been charged with punching a schoolmate in the face, fracturing an area near the eye. Tan Jia Hui, a second-year student, allegedly hit Mr Ng Ming Yang, 19, at Building W1 of the school’s Woodlands campus, on MaySHAFFIQ ALKHATIB - 79 words
-
Article66 2010-12-08 18 IN KL FORWOMEN'S SUMMIT The Minister of State for Community Development, Youth and Sports, Mrs Yu-Foo Yee Shoon, is leading a delegation to the Women’s Summit 2010 in Kuala Lumpur. The theme for this year’s summit is “Changing Mindsets. Transforming Lives”. She will deliver a speech on Singapore’s initiatives to66 words
-
Article64 2010-12-08 18 CPO GRADUATES GET CERTIFICATES Fifteen top executives who completed a yearlong Chief People Officer post-graduate course held by Human Capital Singapore received their certificates yesterday from Minister of State for Community Development, Youth and Sports, MrsYu-FooYee Shoon, at Universal Studios. The course, launched last year, is based on the Workforce64 words
-
480 2010-12-08 18 CHEOWXINYI - CHEOWXINYI cheowxinyi@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE With so many help programmes available at times confusing even its own officers the North East Community Development Council (CDC) has embarked on a process to streamline its various assistance schemes. North East CDC Mayor Teo Ser Luck, who admitted480 words
-
Article, Illustration298 2010-12-08 20 LYNDA HONG - LYNDA HONG lyndahong@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Ten paintings were unveiled yesterday to remember Singapore’s founding fathers. To put them together, about 5,000 fingerprints were collected. The paintings symbolise Cabinet Ministers such as Mr Lee Kuan Yew, Dr Toh Chin Chye, Dr Goh Keng Swee, Mr S Rajaratnam,298 words
-
196 2010-12-08 20 ALVINA SOH SINGAPORE As the Year of the Rabbit approaches, animal groups are urging members of the public not to buy the furry animals on impulse. In 1999, the last Year of the Rabbit, 625 pet rabbits were abandoned. That was a 116 perALVINA SOH - 196 words
-
Article, Illustration111 2010-12-08 22 Irish step-dancers Riverdance took their brand of high kicks literally to the skies yesterday when they staged a media preview at the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, some 200m above the ground. Riverdance, who were last in Singapore 10 years ago, are back111 words
-
229 2010-12-08 22 MAY WONG - MAY WONG maywong@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Top CEOs and foreign expatriates with deep pockets can expect to fork out about 15 per cent more in monthly rent to live in one of the 33 black-and-white bungalows at Mount Pleasant, real estate analysts said. The master229 words
-
118 2010-12-08 22 IPHONE APP LEADS COPS TO SNATCH THIEF A serial snatch thief was nabbed by the police with the help of an iPhone application. According to the police, an 18-year-old Malaysian man had snatched a woman’s iPhone on Sunday along Lim Liak Street. The phone was traced via an application called118 words
-
-
Page 4 Advertisements
-
Advertisement226 2010-12-08 4 The fastest path to a DEGREE ONE YEAR FAST TRACK DEGREE Creating Learning Opportunities for Everyone BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING RMIT UNIVERSITY V BACHELOR OF BUSINESS VICTORIA UNIVERSITY V MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION j VICTORIA UNIVERSITY (MECHANICAL ENGINEERING) (AEROSPACE ENGINEERING) Accredited by Engineers Australia 2 residential visits to the RMIT University226 words
-
-
Page 5 Advertisements
-
Advertisement327 2010-12-08 5 BraSr 01 .V Z* 73 igaporelvlediaCorpjArtiste, Joanne Peh One way all-inclusive sale fares from Singapore to HAIKOU SHANTOU •tOQ sgo uS Free 10kg carry on baggage allowance Arrival Departure at Changi Airport Terminal 1 Leather Seats GUIUN ford*. *138 Sale ends 10 December2010 (23:59), unless sold out prior. Sale may327 words
-
-
Page 6 Advertisements
-
Advertisement310 2010-12-08 6 THINK SUCCESS. THINK MDIS. tf $«-<! A ft jr /|S 3i "V «9 *f 4. r: lifik.- sa vi /Ad/ Mukhtar MDIS Student In the global world of business, MDIS increases your chances of winning in any market University of Wales Prifysgol Cymru The University of Wales (UOW) was established310 words
-
-
Page 7 Advertisements
-
Advertisement438 2010-12-08 7 FAS OFTH l«q PI Id I hi O <4> 59c i*a PI 1 a pi <t> <t> HOME FORTHE HOLIDAYS. CAPITALS D FOR THE NEW YEAR Win an all-expense paid shopping trip for four to Europe this Christmas. Because you're in the spirit of giving, so are we. Stand to438 words
-
-
Page 8 Advertisements
-
Advertisement140 2010-12-08 8 PREMIUM l_Asik SuRcjERy Clirgic IS iLASIK FOR YOU? m from Find out whether you are suitable for LASIK surgery at our centre through an eye screening that measures your refractive error, eye pressure, cornea thickness and visual acuity. $1,149 for ONE eye, w/o GST $1,229.43 for ONE eye, w GST140 words
-
-
Page 9 Advertisements
-
Advertisement290 2010-12-08 9 •MP* myt- I,» iVuil* ■1-.* .iV (yl O) r <£>& I *> M* *>** mar t i asiv 4 > i J 1- ?S/VITE F>/ A <% A ~W»! Q) iq NOV TO 31 DEC ft* ALL I WANT F&Ri.* CHfftSTMAS/i WITH CAPITAMALLS ASIA WIN BIG IN OUR LUCKY DRAW290 words
-
-
Page 10 Advertisements
-
Advertisement7 2010-12-08 10 Only LIMITED seats available our new building7 words
-
Advertisement26 2010-12-08 10 TO REPORT ILLEGAL CIGARETTE ACTIVITIES CALL 1800-233-0000 IT IS AGAINST THE LAW TO BUY, SELL OR OTHERWISE POSSESS CIGARETTES WITHOUT THE SDPC MARK. dontgetburnt.sg SINGAPORE CUSTOMS26 words
-
-
Page 11 Advertisements
-
Advertisement653 2010-12-08 11 i *> VliM f rlrt&fm Wm "V -V//4/ ®a an an Enjoy the flexibility to expand your goals. As your family grows, so do your goals. Whether it's realising your child's aspirations or bringing your loved ones on a holiday, HSBC's personal line of credit is designed to make fulfilling653 words
-
-
Page 12 Advertisements
-
Advertisement141 2010-12-08 12 mbrace an of aAMsOW Your special day can be all that you have dreamed of and even more, at Swissotel Merchant Court. We take care of every detail so you can share magical moments with your loved one, surrounded by the blessings of your family and friends. Sign up for141 words
-
Advertisement8 2010-12-08 12 STAND OUT from the crowd *CITREP Funding AVAILABLE!8 words
-
-
Page 13 Advertisements
-
Advertisement319 2010-12-08 13 I THE NEW WINDOWS® PHONE 7. GET TO WHAT YOU WANT, QUICKER. m r Oo People mm Ql7 [0^20 Messaging Outlook hTC^^H Photo Enhancer* 1 Stocks Microsoft Office on Windows Phone 7 Phone m M1 Exclusive Windows 7 Phone! HTC 7 Trophy Pay Nothing OR $148 with SunSaver Plus Plan319 words
-
-
Page 14 Advertisements
-
Advertisement205 2010-12-08 14 tive measure,” said Dr Oleg. The fellowship comes with a generbe extremely light at the same time. Virtually weightless. We can even paste components directly onto uniforms, on the skin and use this as communication devices.” Both researchers have chosen to do their research at NTU. SARA GROSSE to 9am205 words
-
-
Page 15 Advertisements
-
Advertisement157 2010-12-08 15 Bring joy home this Advent While eagerly awaiting Christmas, it pays to stay on the ball. Especially when at IKEA, every day is packed with special deals at amazing prices. Each day's offers are valid only on their listed dates, so keep your eye on the ball! Visit www.IKEA.com.sg for157 words
-
-
Page 16 Advertisements
-
Advertisement84 2010-12-08 16 it/ Mm i TROPICAL FRUITS 100% JUICE NO SUGAR ADDED >5 1 NO PRES RVATIVES Escape to paradise with the new delicious taste of MARIGOLD Tropical Fruits 100% Juice. This unique blend of exotic fruits is rich in Vitamin C and has no added sugar and preservatives, so you get84 words
-
-
Page 17 Advertisements
-
Advertisement297 2010-12-08 17 HIT PRINT BRILLIANTLY <=> HP ePRINT PRINT FROM ANYWHERE VIA EMAIL FROM ANY MOBILE DEVICE* &S& :< HP ENVY 100 e-ALL-IN-ONE World's First PVC-Free Printer 2 3.45" high resolution HP TouchSmort screen Automatic two-sided printing $469 INTRODUCING ePRINT. ONLY FROM HP Now, HP's new web connected printers have a unique297 words
-
-
Page 18 Advertisements
-
Advertisement233 2010-12-08 18 rssKf i y -1 Catch Courts Debut TV Programme on Ch 8 tomorrow at 8.30pm! WIN Silentnight Pristine Pocketed Spring Queen Size Mattress V Bryan Wong Chia Host FINAL COUNTDOWN 8 Dec (12 noon) Fiy from Changi Terminal 1 F- Kuala Lumpur -b Jakarta -b Bangkok 10 Dec (12 noon)233 words
-
-
Page 19 Advertisements
-
Advertisement322 2010-12-08 19 ■o o A A Al Celebrate mi Gtef&uES TM r f c> to 2ji Dowhtowh east imfhflffittEften mteaiiCTw From NOW till 31 Dec, every $20* (NTUC/nEbO member) From NOW till 26 Dec 10 (weekends only) or $30* (Public) spent will give you the chance to count 6pm 6.30pm Event Square322 words
-
-
Page 20 Advertisements
-
Advertisement63 2010-12-08 20 f Visit www.subway.com.sg to find a SUBWAY® restaurant near you. Terms and conditions apply. Limited time offer and only at participating restaurants. Not valid with other promotions. While stocks last. Our breads are Trans Fat Free! The images used above are for illustration purposes only. ©2010 Doctor's Associates Inc. SUBWAY®63 words
-
-
Page 21 Advertisements
-
Advertisement260 2010-12-08 21 Think Eg Canon Canon Delighting You Always am. Yotrot^i EnTREPREIIElJR AWARD 2C1C' Got a great business idea? Or a business proposal that can revolutionize the way the world works? WE WANT TO HEAR ABOUT IT! Got a creative and innovative business idea? Or maybe a keen eye for business potential260 words
-
-
Page 22 Advertisements
-
Advertisement154 2010-12-08 22 /If your Dream is to become a Lawyer, we'll show you the way! through Stansfield's University of London Diploma in Law Diploma in the Common Law Bachelor of Laws 1 For nearly 2 decades, we have helped many attain their legal dreams 1 Stansfield's unique 24/8 Learning System ensures that154 words
-
-
Page 23 Advertisements
-
Advertisement336 2010-12-08 23 "'.v, w r No SKIN SOLUTIONS MALAYSIA SHANGHAI SINGAPORE Most Effective* Skin Care Brand in Singapore! In appreciation for your support, get our top-selling product at only $10 plus 1 Customised Treatment for Free! Formulated using exquisite botanical extracts, the New York Lightening Day Cream (SPFIS) delivers extensive benefits to336 words
-
-
VOICES
-
132 2010-12-08 24 LiewYeng Chee - Letter from LiewYeng Chee I REFER to the letter “Punctuality in place of friendly service?” from Ms Dawn Lee (Dec 6). I am also a regular bus commuter and I empathise with the writer’s frustration at having bus doors shut in her face. While Ms Lee132 words
-
147 2010-12-08 24 HELEN LIM - LETTER FROM HELEN LIM, DEPUTY DIRECTOR, MEDIA RELATIONS, LAND TRANSPORT We refer to Mr Stephen Tan’s letter “Sending road tax letters archaic” (Dec 2). Mr Tan suggested providing electronic reminders on road tax renewal via email or mobile text message. We agree147 words
-
Article162 2010-12-08 24 DannyChua - Letter from DannyChua I REFER to the Commentary “Hold bus services to higher standards” by Mr Richard Hartung (Dec 3). The Public Transport Council stated that SBS Transit has “complied with all the standards” and that the SMRT has “been fined for three failures” for late162 words
-
176 2010-12-08 26 Zukifli Durai - Letter from Zukifli Durai I WOULD like to know if there are quotas for the number of people who want to visit the polyclinics? I am asking this because my wife and daughter went to see a doctor at the Ang Mo Kio Polyclinic176 words
-
463 2010-12-08 26 from Sanjay Perera - Letter from from Sanjay Perera AS WE prepare to celebrate Christmas, let us not forget those around us who can still benefit from our help. I would like to highlight a case of an elderly sweeper who helps keep the roads around463 words
-
-
Page 24 Advertisements
-
Advertisement112 2010-12-08 24 have your say email your letters to voices@mediacorp.com.sg join the community www.todayonline.com/voices I.J EXPERIENCE SHOPPING AT A NEW LEVEL The opening of our North Promenade means more of what you love at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. More exquisite shops, more dining, and more entertainment. Savor the culinary market112 words
-
-
Page 25 Advertisements
-
Advertisement202 2010-12-08 25 cd$ Great ml With ElderShield you're always covered. Enhance your protection in your golden years Eastern www.lifeisgreat.com.sg h, f-Vf >x m a I -i-- A V /V M«xk? Enhance your Basic ElderShield cover with Great Eastern's ElderShield Comprehensive: Flexibility to choose your preferred monthly benefit of up to $3,000 Enjoy202 words
-
-
Page 26 Advertisements
-
Advertisement159 2010-12-08 26 2W3855 n A i v< For Singles Only .1 r S&ito&ci m dM/dffdh, r n> iU* Date Venue l8 December 2010, AngsanaOne Saturday Palawan Beach Note Time 730 pm Fee* $22 /pax $l8 /pax group of 3 or more *lnclusiveof2drinks Theme Hawaiian Dress according to the theme and stand to159 words
-
Advertisement86 2010-12-08 26 Food Safety While Shopping AVA Agri-Food Veterinary Authority of Singapore Read the labels carefully. Do not buy products past their expiry dates. Check for broken seals on bottled food. Contents may have been exposed to harmful bacteria and may not be safe for consumption. Check for cans that are rusty86 words
-
-
Page 27 Advertisements
-
Advertisement516 2010-12-08 27 Brought to you by Every Thursday, at 8.30pm on MediaCorp TV Channel 8, with hosts Bryan Wong and Michelle Chia LIVING ROOM LESSONS A GORGEOUS 46-inch Samsung TV with immersive 3D experience. A stylish designer arm chair, paired with a modern side table and a comfortable, modular sofa big enough516 words
-
-
COMMENT&AN ALYSIS
-
Article, Illustration1003 2010-12-08 28 THOMAS L - The US' twin addictions to Middle East oil and Chi nese credit is why it has lost geopolitical leverage THOMAS L The writer has won three Pulitzer Prizes, the most recent in 2002 for commentary. THE NEW YORK TIMES Okay. I admit it. I enjoy■ THE NEW YORK TIMES; FAIZAL - 1,003 words
-
Article, Illustration840 2010-12-08 30 SIMON TAY - SIMON TAY The writer is chairman of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs and author of Asia Alone: The Dangerous Post Crisis Divide from America. The agreement on free trade between the United States and South Korea concluded last Friday isBLOOMBERG - 840 words
-
896 2010-12-08 33 THORBJORNJAGLAND - THORBJORNJAGLAND The writer, secretary-general of the Council of Europe, chairs the Norwegian Nobel Committee. GUARDIAN NEWS MEDIA 2010 For two years running, the Norwegian Nobel Committee Peace Prize has provoked worldwide controversy. Last year, when President Barack Obama won, people said itGUARDIAN NEWS MEDIA 2010 - 896 words
-
Article, Illustration745 2010-12-08 37 RICHARD HARTUNG - RICHARD HARTUNG The writer is a consultant who has lived in Singapore since 1992. When a nasty smell wafted across Singapore recently, people called a multitude of phone numbers to complain. Some called the National Environment Agency, some called 999 for an emergency745 words
-
-
Page 28 Advertisements
-
Advertisement482 2010-12-08 28 ZONE1511 www.zonel51 l.com.sg 3^= > I Z Z an Celebrate with us liscover great reasons to stay in touch and more! Connecting you with the people across the globe is what drives us daily. Being able to grow together with our customers for the past 10 years has been truly482 words
-
-
Page 29 Advertisements
-
Advertisement373 2010-12-08 29 o T, v v. V V-y p.a Here's how you can enjoy bonus interest rates with a deposit of S$60,000 from now till 31 December 2010: IF YOU TOP UP MIN. S$100 DON'T WITH DRAW CASH Total Interest: 0.80%p.a. Interest Earned: S$40 IF YOU DON'T WITHDRAW CASH Total Interest: 0.30%p.a.373 words
-
-
Page 30 Advertisements
-
Advertisement111 2010-12-08 30 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY® U S A-Singapore-J apan 126 years of academic excellence ImpEMhe best g you can give yourself TbI that lasts a Jifetime! Temple Executive MBA Ranked Top 50 worldwide (Financial Times 2010) Same US Faculty Same Top Level Degree The Temple Knowledge Leadership Series presents: Navigating the Global EMBA111 words
-
-
Page 31 Advertisements
-
Advertisement283 2010-12-08 31 SONY make, believe Cyber-shot r n' 5* W m V > S °"hOV20« e n<J pt m -3 ot\oo 20"^ Your favourite y of The Cyber-shot now comes with a surprise gift designed to light up your festive season! fj As A /< A 18X#wWw\/s/< D r SONY S«? Zeiss283 words
-
-
Page 32 Advertisements
-
Advertisement126 2010-12-08 32 lair X W»cVd B^ Pe C W e a^ rtandrn0 vvs 5S^ to 4teU 4 :<J A \V s \V Wi AQ» n 0V. U "S Vi^ u. cP N cH* t wieAV|0 0A*lNO* V sfi.80 •H >■> 1 i A. r 3 «r 3CS Facebook.com/kfc.sg Black Pepper Chicken Individual126 words
-
-
Page 33 Advertisements
-
Advertisement209 2010-12-08 33 Transitions www.transitions.com 0< s v > Automatic Glare 8t UV Protection On The Go Transitions® lenses are everyday lenses that activate in the presence of UV light using cutting edge photochromic technology. They are clear indoors and at night, but darken automatically when outdoors on a bright day. r Comfort209 words
-
-
Article, Illustration660 2010-12-08 34 IAN DE COTTA - STANDARD CHARTERED MARATHON SINGAPORE 2010 Participants praise route and hope Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore organisers stick with it in 2011 IAN DE COTTA ian@mediacorp.com.sg FOR the first time, 60,000 runners signed up for the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2010. From world-class runners to enthusiasts whoPHOTOS BY KOH MUIFONG AND SINGAPORE SPORTS COUNCIL - 660 words
-
Page 36 Advertisements
-
Advertisement524 2010-12-08 36 Have you ever stopped to think, ana forgot to start again? Whether you are 70 or 17, having a mental block at some stage of your life is almost inevitable. This is usually a symptom of mental fatigue, prolonged stress or a lack of cognition. Does this sound familiar? How524 words
-
-
Page 37 Advertisements
-
Advertisement196 2010-12-08 37 '5 I H i Present in 27 countries "100 million watches sold worldwide The world's fifth largest watch manufacturer-marketeer TITAN The 17-jewel Tandem is a manual wound mechanical watch featuring a seconds sub-dial and is water resistant up to 30m. Linked to you in a harmony of precision, rts fine196 words
-
-
WORLD
-
Article, Illustration351 2010-12-08 38 AGENCIES BEIJING China yesterday hit back at the United States and its Asian allies for their refusal to talk to North Korea, saying dialogue was the only way to calm escalating tension on the divided Korean peninsula. China took a more belligerent tone a dayAGENCIES; REUTERS - 351 words
-
228 2010-12-08 38 AP SEOUL South Korea’s President Lee Myung Bak yesterday vowed to turn five islands along the tense border with North Korea into “military fortresses” with jobs for permanent civilian communities, including those destroyed in a recent North Korean artillery attack. Mr Lee’s comment cameAP - 228 words
-
204 2010-12-08 39 AP Iran and six world powers ended talks on Tuesday with an agreement to meet again early next year, suggesting that Tehran might be ready to address international demands that it discuss nuclear activities that could be used to make weapons. The European’sAP - 204 words
-
Article, Illustration55 2010-12-08 39 Members of the Iranian opposition protesting against Iran’s nuclear programme in front of the United Nations headquarters in Geneva on Monday, as six world powers held their first talks with Iran in more than a year. It was hoped that the talks would re-open negotiations onREUTERS - 55 words
-
338 2010-12-08 39 THE MALAYSIAN INSIDER KUALA LUMPUR A report by The Economist has predicted that Barisan Nasional (BN) could lose more seats in the next general election widely expected to be held by the first quarter of next year due to declining supportTHE MALAYSIAN INSIDER - 338 words
-
Article, Illustration360 2010-12-08 40 President Sarkozy urges Pakistan to step up action against terror training camps AP MUMBAI France is committed to fighting international terrorism and will stand by India in its attempts to bring to justice the masterminds of the 2008 attack that killed 166AP; REUTERS - 360 words
-
264 2010-12-08 40 REUTERS LONDON Washington has worked discreetly to block the supply of Iranian and Syrian weapons to Islamist groups in the Middle East, Britain’s Guardian newspaper said yesterday, citing US diplomatic cables obtained by WikiLeaks. The United States, in many cases usingREUTERS - 264 words
-
152 2010-12-08 40 BRITISH HUSBAND ACCUSED IN HONEYMOON KILLING THE DAILYTELEGRAPH A British businessman whose 28-year-old wife was shot dead in a carjacking while on honeymoon in South Africa has been publicly accused of plotting her murder. Shrien Dewani, 30, allegedly offered his taxi driver £1,300 ($2,672) to have his newlywed wife AnniTHE DAILYTELEGRAPH - 152 words
-
Article, Illustration348 2010-12-08 42 AGENCIES KABUL British Prime Minister David Cameron, on an unannounced visit to Afghanistan, said yesterday he was confident British troops could start leaving early next year, when the transition to Afghan forces begins. Britain has the second-biggest foreign troop contingent inAGENCIES; AP - 348 words
-
Article264 2010-12-08 42 AP YANGON Hollywood celebrity Michelle Yeoh has been spending time with Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi to study for a possible film role as the Nobel Peace laureate. Ms Yeoh chatted with Ms Suu Kyi, 65, in an airport waiting lounge here yesterday asAP - 264 words
-
251 2010-12-08 44 AGENCIES OSLO (Norway) China and 18 other countries have declined invitations to attend Friday’s Nobel Peace Prize ceremony for Chinese dissident Liu Xiaobo, the Norwegian Nobel Committee said yesterday. It said the countries were Russia, Kazakhstan, Colombia,AGENCIES - 251 words
-
361 2010-12-08 44 THE NEW YORK TIMES JERUSALEM A 14-year-old boy was arrested on Monday as the prime suspect in starting the largest fire in Israel’s history, a four-day inferno that left 42 people dead, devoured 4,050ha of forest and forced Israel to request international assistance. TheTHE NEW YORK TIMES - 361 words
-
109 2010-12-08 46 ALLEGEDLY DRUNK CHINESE OFFICIAL KILLS 5 WITH CAR AP A Chinese government official killed five teenagers over the weekend in a suspected drunkdriving case, the latest deadly hit-and-run involving a government official. Gu Qingyang, the post office chief of Luoning county in the central province of Henan, drove his carAP - 109 words
-
Article, Illustration349 2010-12-08 46 AP ABIDJAN (Ivory Coast) United Nations peacekeepers laid sandbags and rolled out kilometres of razor wire on Monday to protect the ageing hotel that has become the de facto presidency of the man whom most of the world says won IvoryAP; PHOTOS: AP, REUTERS - 349 words
-
116 2010-12-08 46 AP A homeless man was charged on Monday with beating and strangling a man in what was the first homicide in Celebration, Disney’s master-planned central Florida community. Osceola County Sheriff’s spokeswoman, MsTwis Lizasuain, said detectives arrested DavidIsrael Murillo, 28, and charged him with first-degreeAP - 116 words
-
Article, Illustration329 2010-12-08 47 AP TOKYO A Japanese probe reached Venus yesterday and prepared to enter orbit on a two-year mission that would mark a major milestone for Japan’s space programme and possibly shed light on the climate of Earth’s mysterious neighbour. The ¥25-billion ($394-million) probe would be theAP; PHOTO COURTESY JAPAN AEROSPACE EXPLORATION AGENCY - 329 words
-
163 2010-12-08 47 BLOOMBERG BEIJING Google, the world’s most popular search engine, said China will lead the Internet’s development as the nation’s online population, the world’s largest, continues to expand. China is “the heart of the future of the Internet”, said Mr Alan Eustace,BLOOMBERG - 163 words
-
Article, Illustration162 2010-12-08 47 BLOOMBERG SAN FRANCISCO Google and Samsung Electronics on Monday unveiled the Nexus S, the first smartphone to use a new version of the Android operating system, providing fresh competition to Apple’s iPhone. The new Android, called Gingerbread, is faster and easierBLOOMBERG - 162 words
-
Article, Illustration179 2010-12-08 48 THE GUARDIAN LONDON Conservationists warned yesterday that traditional English mistletoe, favourite plant (picture) both of pagans and stealers of Christmas kisses, could vanish within 20 years. The National Trust, a conservation organisation in Britain, fears that the decline ofTHE GUARDIAN - 179 words
-
309 2010-12-08 48 REUTERS LONDON Britain’s national tourism agency is set to launch a major marketing campaign to persuade more wealthy tourists to spend their cash on luxury holidays in the country’s castles, stately homes and theatres. VisitBritain will promote “fairytale” holidays, based onREUTERS - 309 words
-
163 2010-12-08 48 JAKARTA Indonesia plans to emphasise its eco-cul-tural attractions in its tourism campaigns for next year, with the National Komodo Park one of the highlights, reported the Jakarta Post. The park, in West Nusatenggara, is a finalist in the New7Wonders of Nature contest, the results of which163 words
-
Article225 2010-12-08 50 REUTERS BEIJING China does not want to “replace” the United States in its dominant role in the world, and the world should not fear China’s rise, the country’s top diplomat has written in an essay. State Councillor Dai Bingguo said that China would notREUTERS - 225 words
-
407 2010-12-08 50 AP NEW YORK Japan and India are among America’s most-prized allies. Yet to scores of embittered parents across the United States, they are outlaw states when it comes to the wrenching phenomenon of international child abduction. The frustrations of these “left-behind”AP - 407 words
-
Article, Illustration270 2010-12-08 52 REUTERS LOS ANGELES The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a “cyber crime alert” for a new Barbie doll that comes equipped with a tiny hidden video camera in her chest, saying the toy could be misused to make child porn. The Barbie VideoREUTERS - 270 words
-
238 2010-12-08 54 REUTERS NEW YORK Men tend to behave better when they are married both because marriage likely helps improve their behaviour and nicer men are more likely to be married in the first place, claims a study. In the study, presented inREUTERS - 238 words
-
290 2010-12-08 54 BLOOMBERG CANCUN China, India, Brazil and South Africa said the United States must pledge deeper cuts in greenhouse gas emissions to help make progress in the United Nations climate talks. With the two-week conference involving 193 nations entering its finalBLOOMBERG - 290 words
-
Article, Illustration178 2010-12-08 55 REUTERS BEIJING A special aged Scotch whisky blend aimed at wealthy Chinese connoisseurs and their growing passion for top-end liquor has been unveiled in Beijing. The 62 Gun Salute, housed in a hand-crafted decanter made by Dartington Crystal, features a Royal Salute crestREUTERS - 178 words
-
318 2010-12-08 55 AGENCIES LONDON Parents’ social class has a greater impact on how well their children perform at school than “good parenting” techniques such as reading bedtime stories, British researchers have shown. A study of 11,000 seven-year-old children in the United KingdomAGENCIES - 318 words
-
131 2010-12-08 55 SNAKES GET RIDE FROM INDONESIA TO ABU DHABI AP Abu Dhabi police say an airline passenger carried a bag filled with snakes and other creatures on an eight-hour flight from Indonesia to the United Arab Emirates. The menagerie, including four snakes, two parrots and a squirrel inside a box, wasAP - 131 words
-
-
Page 38 Advertisements
-
Advertisement134 2010-12-08 38 (I J A bottle a day helps turn work into play. Every job demands your full attention, whether it's formulating a presentation on market share for your boss, uploading hundreds of holiday photos before going to bed, or planning for your little one's memorable first year birthday party. Whatever task134 words
-
Advertisement221 2010-12-08 38 How TO BE A MILLIONAIRE, THE S'PORE WAY (Extracted from The Straits Times 21 July 2007) (Extracted from The* Straits Times 21 July 2007) A capable person has hopes of joining the ranks of the top earners and become a millionaire. Parents should remember this reality and not neglect their221 words
-
-
Page 39 Advertisements
-
Advertisement219 2010-12-08 39 My Beauty Secret to Shine Every Day. NEW! Natural Shine" for naturally sparkling, luminous and beautiful eyes Dazzle those around you with your beauty secret. New 7 •DAK ACUVUE® DEFINE'" Natural Shine™ offers bigger, sparkling and more beautiful eyes in a healthy way. Stand out from the crowd and shine219 words
-
-
Page 40 Advertisements
-
Advertisement77 2010-12-08 40 e a Certified Teacher to children with different learning needs College of Allied Educators is a premier higher education training institution for Allied Health Educators Diploma Advanced Diploma Courses in Special Education Counselling El Jobs Available E( UK Accreditation Ef Flexible Installment Scheme Hf Day or Evening Classes Intervention Centre77 words
-
Page 41 Advertisements
-
Page 42 Advertisements
-
Advertisement233 2010-12-08 42 A STAR ALLIANCE MEMBER «8THAI ANNIVERSARY Whether it's business or pleasure, now's the time to fly THAI. Exclusive all-in MasterCard® fares from $283 $423 $548 $1318 $1538 Bangkok Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hatyai, Krabi, Phuket, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Kunming, Phnom Penh, Taipei, Yangon Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi,233 words
-
-
Page 43 Advertisements
-
Advertisement87 2010-12-08 43 GREAT BUYS* M** w 4tU+ Si 91 i I I i BilttU Bj4d<t RoySlEa^W 'Kjobted LA at* IEEE® *rZ. *~UM "SPORTED BEES ELEVEn 500ml SAPPORO **"*1 DRJo «ND r ****^^1 Native contracted cuui"*" 0 •-V ***V v«'- v -^p CP EC CONTRACTED CUU" ':.v: (T 500ml m w *1.95 each87 words
-
-
Page 44 Advertisements
-
Advertisement509 2010-12-08 44 Hot Deals Designed for Music Lovers CD PLAYER SYSTEM Package 1 Hot Deal $799 U.P. $1018 SPR-17S 6V2" Component 2-way Speaker 330W Peak Power CDA-117E CD Receiver/USB and iPod Controller 50W x 4 High Power Amp CD-R/-RW/MP3/AACA/VMA Playback < 24-Bit DAC Package 2 Hot Deal $429 U.P.S648 SPG-17C2 Co-axial 2-way509 words
-
-
Page 45 Advertisements
-
Advertisement288 2010-12-08 45 our low Kor oj Marina Boy Lfflid m Savour the best in life! Shop, dine and indulge at Marina Bay Link Mall. Explore the new subterranean mall at the Marina Bay Financial Centre through the seamless and air-conditioned underground pedestrian network conveniently connected to the Raffles Place MRT Station. Set288 words
-
-
Page 46 Advertisements
-
Advertisement237 2010-12-08 46 IMMEDIATE VACANCIES An Established Hotel Requires 1. Receptionist (Full Time Part Time) 2. Bell-hop (Full Time Part Time) 3. Cleaner (3 Days Work or Full Time) 'Singaporean, Malaysian PR are welcome WALK-IN INTERVIEW For interested parties From 8 December (11am to 7pm) 47 Bencoolen Street Tel: 6336 0822 (BTlVMMMWHaTlONS A237 words
-
-
Page 47 Advertisements
-
Advertisement174 2010-12-08 47 Panasonic ideas for life *Ui -EV :1, ,0* NN $s> <0"REC.°J -EVOLTA World s No.1 long lasting AA Alkaline Battery recognized by *GWR certified on Jan. 15th, 2008 and re-certified on Mar. 5th, 2010 following IEC standards averaged across seven test modes. Actual performance may vary depending on use. Power174 words
-
-
Page 48 Advertisements
-
Advertisement139 2010-12-08 48 k Medico Proven Solutions to i Beautiful Skin Laser Skin Rejuvenation IPL Microdermabrasion e $500* all procedures performed by qualified doctors VASER® LIPOSELECTION® VELASHAPE™ BREAST FILLER SMARTLIPO MPX™ LASER HAIR REMOVAL MORE SKIN REJUVENATION (LASER/IPL®/RF/CHEMICAL PEEL) BOTOX® WRINKLE TREATMENT FILLERS (NOSE/LIPS/CHIN/LINES) ULTHERA™ NON-SURGICAL FACELIFT 24Hr Hotline 8332 9292 8298 8000139 words
-
-
Page 49 Advertisements
-
Advertisement540 2010-12-08 49 INTERNATIONAL r*»m r Glamour up W. m XT' m Bash at sea t t <> f t 0 a-. js- 7 0.0 0 0 C<tr 0.0 2^ -<-• ->& -I s^: -ss^-vA S**£ >. s^"<UEs.*.. TO W V VS&r >c rr- ■V «F A /A=DIACORP Station Join Y.E.S. 93.3 FM540 words
-
-
Page 50 Advertisements
-
Advertisement316 2010-12-08 50 Give your Primary and Secondary School Children a HEADSTART FOR 2011 "MindChamps isn't a tuition centre. It's so much more! "Initially I thought MindChamps was going to be another boring tuition centre that would burn my weekends. "Instead, I learnt something different every week and enjoyed all my classes. My316 words
-
Advertisement320 2010-12-08 50 ©YAMAHA www.yamaha.com.sg PlACERE MUSIC SALON ADULT COURSES "If music be the food of love, play on." (Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, 1601) Music frees the mind, soothes the heart and livens the soul. Above all, music instills the three C's essential for success: confidence, communication and creativity. Open to all levels and320 words
-
-
Page 51 Advertisements
-
Advertisement199 2010-12-08 51 fair 2010 10 12 Dec 2010 pm 9pm (Fri Sat) 12pm 8pm (Sun) Toa Payoh Central Amphitheatre (Outside Toa Payoh Library) Exclusively for NTUC members t V 42 a of 1 Save up to 20% off school shoes! Plus, buy selected school bags at $9 with any school shoes purchase199 words
-
-
Page 52 Advertisements
-
Advertisement80 2010-12-08 52 MUST CLOSE THIS SUNDAY! NO EXTENSION POSSIBLE! THE FAREWELL TOUR 1Z 'i i V «w^rCC a^rtna^ a\\V e "THE ORIGINAL... THE BEST!" f l l I v f.- v r. Composed by BILLWHELAN Produced by MOYA DOHERTY Directed by JOHN McCOLGAN SI STIC Booking Hotline: 65-6348 5555 TICKETS AVAILABLE AT80 words
-
Advertisement207 2010-12-08 52 Light Help Us A Heart Every bit counts this Christmas. A 30-foot high Christmas tree of lights needs your help to shine brightly for the patients and their families in Assisi P r Hospice. Your $10 contribution will bring Joy Goodwill to the many adults and children in need of207 words
-
-
Page 53 Advertisements
-
Advertisement410 2010-12-08 53 BEAUTY R6 SKIN REVOLUTION Your Solution To Damaged Skin Restore your damaged skin and renew your skin with R6 Skin Revolution. We utilize the most advanced technology and state-of-the-art equipment to customize solutions catered specifically to your individual needs and problems. You are in possession of your own beauty. We410 words
-
-
Page 54 Advertisements
-
Advertisement332 2010-12-08 54 WS^mi «9 Th'eJMysticallbiUea f, and Lucky 7 LeafjCloverZ for every 1 0,000 three leaf clover, there is a ucky 4 leaf clover. What more with a 6 or 7 leaf clover K Find out at wM^juheroberts.com.sg 4 c« Visit our Christmas Sale at Cuppage Plaza, 01-19 Tel: 6737 3161 (behind332 words
-
Advertisement99 2010-12-08 54 AMC AUSTRALIAN MARITIME COLLEGE The AMC is an institute of the University of Tasmania I fil YMCA Education Services Courses toCareers Maritime Logistics Industry UNDERGRAD POSTGRAD PROGRAMS Bachelor of Business (Maritime Logistics Mgmt) Bachelor of Appl. Sc. (Maritime Tech Mgmt) MBA (Maritime Logistics Mgmt) Up to 14 exemptions may be99 words
-
-
Page 55 Advertisements
-
Advertisement96 2010-12-08 55 is V Usher in the New Year with renewed hope and wishes. From now to 19 December, pen your heart's desires down on a wishing sphere at any wishing station. You can also submit your wishes online. Join in the celebration at Marina Bay this New Year's Eve and be96 words
-
-
SPORTS
-
Article, Illustration643 2010-12-08 56 SHAMIR OSMAN - Baihakki-Emuejeraye barricade poised to keep out Vietnamese raids SHAMIR OSMAN shamir@mediacorp.com.sg AFF SUZUKI CUP, GROUP B Vietnam v Singapore My Dinh Stadium, 8.30pm (Singapore time) SINGAPORE It is a backline that has already been breached by the hardly heralded attacking prowess of the Philippines andREUTERS - 643 words
-
248 2010-12-08 56 SHAMIR OSMAN SINGAPORE Vietnam play a slick passing, fast moving brand of Latin football, while Singapore take to the field with strength, power and hold in their bullpen players who can change the course of the game in an instant. ButSHAMIR OSMAN - 248 words
-
Article241 2010-12-08 56 TANYO-HINN Indonesia 2 Thailand 1 SINGAPORE Indonesian star Bambang Pamungkas converted two late penalties to consign three-time winners Thailand to a shock first-round exit in the 2010 Asean Football Federation Suzuki Cup. The 30-year-old Persija Jakarta forward scored in the 79th and 87th minutes to give theTANYO-HINN - 241 words
-
Article, Illustration931 2010-12-08 57 EWAN MAH - EWAN MAH to be launched by HDB this ewanmah@mediacorp.com.sgtHErngedttakesmestea EStHEr ng estherng@mediacorp.com.sg said Mr Eugene Lim, associate Asia Pacific. SINGAPOREhe The Republic’s search INGAPORE—PricesofHDBresaleflatsavIt’thrihtinl for the next big thing in tennis has tmorethan3percenteach.Now,therateofrowthhasslowedto2.7percentinthefirstitshowspricesare begun, eight months after the Sin-.AndthemediancashovervaluationgeeAnnPolytechnicrealestate gapore Tennis Association (STA) first931 words
-
Article, Illustration270 2010-12-08 57 TAN YO-HINN SINGAPORE He was part of the team behind the then-East Coast Sailing Centre (ECSC), the world’s largest windsurfing centre in the late-1980s with 1,500 members. And now, SingaporeSailing have named Jason Lim (picture) as their new general manager with effect from today, whileTAN YO-HINN; PHOTO COURTESY SINGAPORESAILING - 270 words
-
Article, Illustration373 2010-12-08 59 AP AP AFTERNOON LATEST ENSCHEDE (Holland) Jermain Defoe scored twice as Tottenham drew 3-3 with FC Twente last night and advanced to the knockout phase of the Champions League as winners of Group A. Peter Wisgerhof scored an own goal in the 12th minute with a backpassAP - 373 words
-
Article286 2010-12-08 59 INTER'S GAMBLE FAILSTO PAYOFF Inter, fielding a team of reserves ahead of the Club World Cup, slumped against eliminated Werder Bremen to finish second in Group A, and now face the prospect of being drawn to play Barcelona in the next round. Goals from Sebastian Proedl, Marko Arnautovic and Claudio286 words
-
Article, Illustration405 2010-12-08 59 NTUC FairPrice Foundation Nations Cup LOW LIN FHOONG SINGAPORE Fired up after a dream start to the 2010 FairPrice Foundation Nations Cup on Monday, when they crushed India 5822, the Singapore netballers were dealt a reality check last nightLOW LIN FHOONG; PHOTO BY WEETECK HIAN - 405 words
-
Article254 2010-12-08 61 AP AFTERNOON LATEST MANCHESTER Anderson ended a 15-month goal drought for Manchester United last night to earn a 1 -1 draw against Valencia and secure top spot in Group C of the Champions League. The Brazil midfielder rifled home the equaliser in the 62nd minute afterAP - 254 words
-
Article158 2010-12-08 61 AP BARCELONA Barcelona sec-ond-string players Andreu Fontas and Victor Vazquez scored in a 2-0 win over Rubin Kazan last night to ensure the Spanish club ended the group stage of the Champions League unbeaten. “I am satisfied because players that deserve to play but don’tAP - 158 words
-
89 2010-12-08 61 TYSON, STALLONE FOR BOXING HALL OF FAME AP “Iron” Mike Tyson, whose meteoric rise to the pinnacle of boxing and stunning fall from grace was legendary, was selected yesterday for induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum. “I am truly honoured to be nominated,” Tyson said. Three-divisionAP - 89 words
-
Article97 2010-12-08 61 RENAULT SAY SORRYTOTHE PIQUETS AP Renault yesterday agreed to pay “substantial” damages to former driver Nelson Piquet Jr and his father over allegations they lied when they accused the Formula One team of orchestrating a crash at the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix which allowed Fenando Alonso to win the race.AP - 97 words
-
-
Page 57 Advertisements
-
Advertisement63 2010-12-08 57 SMASH HIT UK PRODUCTION- FOR 2 WEEKS ONLY! OPENS 5 JAN 2011 pD* RICHARD O'BRIEN'S k&pjc-rr rir.r-r-?. SHOWH I UCrvr vc 9 M I I n IT 1 WW 1 \'rU. 5-16 JAN 2011 I ESPLANADE THEATRE frWT TICKETS FROM $68 ONWARDS Fi i_ CALL SISTIC 6348 5555/WWW.SISTIC.COM.SG HURRY RND63 words
-
-
Page 61 Advertisements
-
Advertisement108 2010-12-08 61 +R 'v/NVUV -a- $»®K* /> V/'V/ «r I /A./ »;*Xv 5 > X > ~-7 SS L_ g V *1 R V w, .w. '">•5 a JH > •■■■llllM J I •/~V,V U V,' ■■HliBaifii Vii >-■ n g-x*-T-SX*- _-gX* -»X«r V .»mS55m "vT,--. -v. s.iess 'fc. s&ss Behind Every108 words
-
-
Page 61 Miscellaneous
-
Miscellaneous61 2010-12-08 61 Livewire (Marina Bay Sands) opens today at 7.28pm Details at www.singaporepools.com.sg/livewire p Y(jk Always play with care. (responsibly) Do not bet illegally. No person under the age of 18 years shall be allowed to purchase a ticket or to claim any prize. For details, visit www.singaporepools.com.sg or call 6786 668861 words
-
-
Page 67 Advertisements
-
Advertisement43 2010-12-08 67 LAZY AFTERNOONS RECENTLY REFRESHED IN OUR NEW PREMIER ROOMS. Every moment is a refreshing experience. Enjoy the luxury of space and a day-bed at a very reasonable rate. PREMIER /*>/&/ www.equatorial.com Singapore Reservation Office Tel +65 6333 5788 equatorial@link.com.my Melaka Tel: 606 282 833343 words
-
Advertisement129 2010-12-08 67 WJ STAMFORD EDUCATION s fea tuved BRING OUT THE LITTLE GENIUS IN YOUR CHILD Ages 1 8 years old f"S&National Papers on Young SeniorTrainer BramT. Brain-based Math Phonics Enrichment Speech. Geometry. Number Sense. Once a week. 90 mins Program. Montessori Eduplay Flash Cards Montessori Play. Daily. Half-day Program. Ideal for129 words
-
-
Article, Illustration483 2010-12-08 67 ENTERPRISE Fong's track record in precision engineering has won it rewarding collaborations SINGAPORE Established in 1982, Fong’s Engineering Manufacturing Pte Ltd has grown from its humble beginnings as a small, four-employee precision-machining and assembly set-up, into a provider of quality precision-engineering services that is sought after andEngineering & Manufacturing. PHOTO COURTESY SPRING - 483 words
-
Page 66 Advertisements
-
Advertisement212 2010-12-08 66 9 Dec 2010-2 Jan 2011 W 0 1| h ft 0 CT> 0 E Step into the exciting world of Gingerbread Man this holiday! Enjoy storytelling sessions along with reading, listening and watching a play; all in one multi-sensory experience. Join us for a green Christmas and don't miss our212 words
-
-
Page 65 Advertisements
-
Advertisement134 2010-12-08 65 PIN Centre Magic and Acrobatics Training Centre Also available outdoor performance for: Opening Ceremonies Birthday Parties Dinner Dance Roadshows/Product Launches 9758 8776 6562 6377(151®*) Blk 503 Jurong West Ave 1 #03-853 S(*****3) IE^J± r> TRUSTED SINCE 1 8 www.kgc.or.kr Premium Korean Red Ginseng THE SUPER-CHARGED HEALTH DRINK per box UP:134 words
-
Advertisement133 2010-12-08 65 Youth infinite eauty Slimming 50k 62kg weight Los 12kg Before After Meridian Navel Slimming Usual Price: $180/ session $18 Exclusive for first 20 customers only. First come, First served, Limited places! Regulate Blood Flow, Improve Detoxification, Maintain Body Balance, Relieve Bowel Problems,1 Sleep Problems and Menstruation Discomfort on $288 sessions133 words
-
-
Page 64 Advertisements
-
Advertisement269 2010-12-08 64 we are the human network ranyyi' o wml 0 V MP ft lj®'^ Pocket Camcorder in USA L From first tumble to first grin, it's never been easier to share the moment with up to 120 HD movie clips in your pocket* B a Easy shoot Easy connect Easy share269 words
-
-
BUSINESS
-
Article, Illustration187 2010-12-08 63 AGENCIES SABN FRANCISCO Google yesterday unveiled a laptop that runs its Chrome operating system, providing an alternative to computer software from Microsoft and Apple. “With Chrome OS we have the development of a viable, third choice in real operating systems,” CEO Eric Schmidt said. TheAGENCIES; REUTERS - 187 words
-
Article57 2010-12-08 63 TUESDAY CLOSE 11,359.20 (-0.03%) Monday 11,362.19 q 0.17% Friday 11,382.09 p 0.17% Thursday 11,362.41 p 0.95% Wednesday 11,255.78 p 2.27% NYSETOP 5 BY VOLUME NAME VOL PRICE CHANGE Citigroup 3,257m $4.62 p 3.82% Bank of America 214.0m $11.57 q 0.60% General Electric 95.9m $17.03 p 1.98% Ford 63.9m $16.5657 words
-
Article15 2010-12-08 63 FTSE100 ~j;, r 5,808.45 l£y (+0.66%) DAX 7,001.91 Eld (+0.68%) CAC40 r 3,810.50 (+1.63%)15 words
-
Article19 2010-12-08 63 US$1 $1.304 US$1 £0.635 US$1 €0.754 US$1 ¥83.498 US$1 A$1.017 All figures correct as at 8am this morning19 words
-
OVERNIGHT
-
Article91 2010-12-08 63 Trader uncertainty US stocks eked out a small gain as investors’ enthusiasm over a tax cut extension deal was shortcircuited by rising bond yields and reports regulators were stepping up an insider-trading probe. The S&P 500 hit a two-year intraday high after US President Barack Obama forged the91 words
-
Article76 2010-12-08 63 Upward charge halted Oil fell after four straight higher finishes as the dollar bounced from its lows and cautious investors took profits after the dollar’s early slip and cold weather in Europe and the US had pushed oil to a 26-month peak above US$90 a barrel. U.S. crude for76 words
-
-
Article361 2010-12-08 63 'Piecemeal' approach to debt crisis could see more dominoes fall: Strauss-Kahn REUTERS BRUSSELS The head of the International Monetary Fund criticised Europe’s disjointed response to the euro zone debt crisis yesterday after Germany and other states resisted his calls for bolder action. IMF Managing DirectorREUTERS - 361 words
-
Article, Illustration644 2010-12-08 64 AGENCIES WASHINGTON United States President Barack Obama said he would agree to sustain Bush-era tax cuts for high-income taxpayers in exchange for extending federal unemployment insurance and cutting the payroll tax by US$120 billion ($156.5 billion) for oneAGENCIES; REUTERS - 644 words
-
125 2010-12-08 65 Singapore SMEs are finding it hard to get paid on time, according to a new research study, which says that the average payment period in the third quarter of 2010 had reached a five-year high of 66 days. This is an125 words
-
272 2010-12-08 65 In IDC’s top 10 predictions for the IT industry the company pointed out that tablet computers and smartphones could be the big winners from corporate IT spending next year. SINGAPORE Business spending on information technology will grow by 12 to 15 per272 words
-
-
Page 63 Advertisements
-
Advertisement14 2010-12-08 63 SPEEDY RELIABLE International and Domestic Courier Service China Hong Kong Macau Taiwan South Korea14 words
-
-
Page 68 Advertisements
-
Advertisement22 2010-12-08 68 FREE dSLR Starter Kit worth up to $439 Promotion Extended Now valid till 3 Jan (Camera body SAL 1855 lens) L $69922 words
-
-
Page 69 Advertisements
-
Advertisement573 2010-12-08 69 h- A I fe? >«* M'M/ .1 > saw <s? JS sS "7 t ;".kl k r at e c s c A IK kk C?«l TS* i?S» I A*. St* M tv- sr BKT<vssai s>as isS V BaertS V n»s, m ■M f-'f m 3«8ft 0 V 2f X573 words
-
-
Page 70 Advertisements
-
Advertisement9 2010-12-08 70 DECEMBER 8, 2010 A PUBLICATION OF Artwork: Ng Boon9 words
-
-
MOVIES
-
Article, Illustration982 2010-12-08 71 GENEVIEVE LOH - Hollywood tends to debunk cats as evil in their movies, but we beg to differ GENEVIEVE LOH genevieveloh@mediacorp.com.sg UNLIKE those cute and cuddly doggie heroes, cats in movies are usually portrayed as cackling, paw-rubbing and evil (Cats Dogs), or as the film’s diabolical mastermind’s favourite pet (Blofeld, anyone?).982 words
-
Article, Illustration242 2010-12-08 75 TODAY EXCLUSIVE GENEVIEVE LOH THE DILEMMA: Vince Vaughn finds out that what you don’t say to a friend is just as important as what you do say in this star-studded comedy that boasts Academy Award-winning director Ron Howard, Kevin James as Vaughn’s best friend, Winona Ryder as James’GENEVIEVE LOH - 242 words
-
-
Page 71 Advertisements
-
Advertisement495 2010-12-08 71 (Osfel hristmas jpllJ.0 year e Now till 3 fDecember 2010 LA GERMANE Made in Italy Sii La Germania P950MX 3 Burner Hob RCP: $528.00 Now: $428.00 Straaten Hob SG85B2.W86 RCP: $388.00 Half Price: $194 Now: $194.00 La Germania K922XF 90cm Slim Hood with 2 motors RCP: $438.00 Now: $358.00 Purchase495 words
-
-
Page 72 Advertisements
-
Advertisement25 2010-12-08 72 $53 90 BEADED DRESS r A NjjBk, w*av ION ORCHARD B2 B3 313raSOMERSETJ$^&M NTEC CITY L1 TAMPINES 1 L2 JAY GEE MELWANI GROUP established 188325 words
-
-
Page 73 Advertisements
-
Advertisement150 2010-12-08 73 I J f <■ n m m IKs SXXXX282 iratuCation to atf'Winners! supporting O'WL 3 Days 2 flights Free Easy Fr $21 8 F$218 Langkawi Kuching Kuala Lumpur Fr$248 Penang $268 Kota Kinabalu $338 [^a/ae/zi<7 tr Celebrating £<»Years of Nationhood 4 "Days 3 Nig fits 'Package Tours LANGKAWI EXPRESS Island150 words
-
-
Page 74 Advertisements
-
Advertisement403 2010-12-08 74 V v I 7 A LWeLJ* M hW4 1 1 Bring the year to a rousing finale at Raffles City. Whether you're trying to find the perfect gift for your loved ones or looking to soak up that unmistakable Christmas ambience, Raffles City is the place to be. THE DORA403 words
-
-
Page 75 Advertisements
-
Advertisement523 2010-12-08 75 V=.>CH_IM [^)[^(g)[}^0(a)TD@[FiQ 25 NOV 2Q10 S JAN 2Q11 EXILIM CELEBRATE THE YEAR LUCKY DRAW!!! Only Applicable for H20G, ZR10, Z2300, Z2000, S200, Z800, H5, H15, G1, FH100 and Z370 Treat yourself this year end and celebrate the coming year with a •>'Wk|ttjL I' tiMfe Casio Exilim camera. Buy any of523 words
-
-
Page 75 Miscellaneous
-
Miscellaneous32 2010-12-08 75 STILL SHOWING Bruce Lee, My Brother (PG) Easy A (NC-16) Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (PG) The White Ribbon (M18) My Soul To Take (NC-16) Rapunzel: A Tangled Tale32 words
-
-
Page 76 Advertisements
-
Advertisement282 2010-12-08 76 WITH BREASTS SO FULL CURVACEOUS, you'll look real sexy in LOW-CUT DRESSES this Christmas! 100% Natural Botanical Bust Enhancement FREE TRIAL L (<U£0 wenaotvn wan atisfied customer.of Slim Fit Angie Putt :atisfied customer of Slim Fit Enjoy selected programmes only $800 OFF TAKASHIMAYA GIFT VOUCHER CALL NOW! DON'T MISS SLIM282 words
-
-
ENTERTAINMENT
-
Article, Illustration274 2010-12-08 77 MOVIE REVIEW: THE FOURTH PORTRAIT NC-16, 102min GENEVIEVE LOH THE Fourth Portrait is determined to tug at those tear ducts right from the start. And who wouldn’t cry when you see 10-year-old Xiang (Bi Xiao-Hai) sit by his dying father’s bedside until he departs, or watch himGENEVIEVE LOH - 274 words
-
Article, Illustration315 2010-12-08 79 FILM REVIEW: THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE VOYAGE OF THE DAWN TREADER PG, 115MIN GENEVIEVE LOH IN THE third film in The Chronicles Of Narnia franchise, older brother Peter (William Moseley) is studying for his college entrance exams and older sister Susan (Anna Popplewell) is travellingGENEVIEVE LOH - 315 words
-
Article, Illustration227 2010-12-08 79 FILM REVIEW: LET ME IN NC-16, 115MIN GENEVIEVE LOH FOR once, an American remake this time of Tomas Alfredson’s beyond brilliant 2008 Let The Right One In is not the quick cash-in, shoddy product as I expected. The setting has moved from Stockholm to New Mexico, butGENEVIEVE LOH - 227 words
-
-
Page 77 Advertisements
-
Advertisement344 2010-12-08 77 X'mas Promo!! Fat Blasting Treatment $840 /10 treatment Pay-Per-T reatment (No package needed, all cost included) @$88* Open to Male Female C°H c I o J o M.°E S restaurants bars shops Presenting the sensational line-up of Olivia Ong, Tay Kewei, Angelita Li and BDS jAZZ Orchestra for an enchanting344 words
-
Advertisement227 2010-12-08 77 SPORTS WAREHOUSE CLEARANCE SALE Discount Up to Apparels $5/= onwards 26 NOV TO 12 DEC 2010 (10 am -7 pm) Bags Accessories $5/= ec onwards Infant Junior shoes $5/= onwards Soccer Boots, Tennis a 1a Jogging Shoes 91 U/= onwards PublicTransport Take bus 183 from Jurong interchange. Alight at 5227 words
-
-
Page 78 Advertisements
-
Advertisement181 2010-12-08 78 V o o MODEL NG COMPOUND I Hwji^uCr,eativitWCo\owv(^d ImaginationKwitniBla^Poh i8 NOW ***** Breakfast Time Set U.P.: 524.90 NOW $2^90 Magic Swirl Ice Cream Shoppe U.P.: $34.90 NOW $2^90 Meal Makin Kitchen U.P.: 534.90 »5V/» Breakfast Time Set v/jip>v. n rSwirj Ma5' kvm Icecream h PPe k' d gigSh t.-cTTia? r>181 words
-
-
Page 79 Miscellaneous
-
Miscellaneous1121 2010-12-08 79 GOLDEN VILLAGE 1900 912 1234 C m.gv.com.sg I www.gv.tom.sg L PLAZA SINGAPURA GRAND, GREAT WORLD MARINA SQUARE THE CHRONICLES Of NARNIA: THE VOYAGE OF THE DAWNTREADER 3D* lO.Mom 1.00 4.00 7.00 10.00pm THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA; THE VOYAGE OF THE DAWN TREADER-3D 1 9.00pm SKYLINE* 11. DOam 1.00 3.00 5.001,121 words
-
Miscellaneous403 2010-12-08 79 Afl h m.shaw.sg 1 87 Years Of Entertaining The World J 6738 0555B nex nex LEVEL 4 THE HAUNTED HOUSE PROJECT (K0REANI1CSSES) 10:45am, 12:30pm, 2:15, 4:00, 5:45, 7:30, 9:15 THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE VOYAGE OF THE DAWN TREADER" ■SSE3 11:30am, 2:00pm, 4:30, 7:00, 9:30 RAPUN7EL: A TANGLED TALE ■■lU.JMJ'M403 words
-
-
Page 80 Advertisements
-
Advertisement786 2010-12-08 80 doVJ& e T P^ VOVJB 55S^S sSsl <$|1L •h nK |V»i> tr l> Class > SHOP TO WIN TODAY WIN A MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS*AND $20,000 CASH A MINIMUM PURCHASE OF $30 ENTITLES YOU TO ONE WINNING CHANCE! FOLLOW THESE 4 EASY STEPS TO WIN ►STEP 1 Look out for the SHOP786 words
-
-
Page 81 Miscellaneous
-
Miscellaneous996 2010-12-08 81 ON MEDIACORP ON MEDIACORP SPORE-SINOMEN INT’L VARSITY DEBATE 2010 Channel NewsAsia, 7.32pm, 12.31am Is longevity a blessing? In the third Group A match of the debate, the University of Wuhan (China) and National University of Singapore battle it out. 6.00AM Films Stars Asia 6.30 Prime Time Morning 9.30 The Price996 words
-
-
Article288 2010-12-08 82 THINGS TO DO 1 The Three Belles by Strangefruit Taking street performance to the next level, Strange Fruit from Australia presents its eclectic blend of theatre, dance, and circus tricks performed on flexible 5m-high poles. Date: Until Dec 28 Time: Various times Venue: B2 Promenade Central,The Shoppes288 words
-
Page 82 Advertisements
-
Advertisement36 2010-12-08 82 [DR1E DU CRTORyS liUmQO j(>? English/Math/Science Levels: K1 P G 'Sign Up Nov for any Subject at ONLT ))v Contact Us I 6753 9969 www.dreducators.com Visit Us at 6A Jalan Tampan; S*****1 (Opp Sembawang Shopping Centred36 words
-
Advertisement266 2010-12-08 82 lEmalaysja MALAYSIA BBS! Langkawi Kuching 3D2N Free Easy Kuala Lumpur fr$218 Penang fr$218 Kota Kinabalu 4D3N Package Tour fr$248 fr$268 fr$338 LANGKAWI EXPRESS Island Hopping Tour- Pulau Bayang Bunting, Lake of the Pregnant Lady, Pulau Beras Basah, Kota Mahsuri, Underwater World, Eagle Square, Kuah Town Shopping Fr$, 338 KUCHING EXPRESS266 words
-
-
Page 82 Miscellaneous
-
Miscellaneous34 2010-12-08 82 SUDOKUplus DIFFICULTY RATING: HOW TO PLAY The rules are easy. Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9. COPYRIGHT UCLICK YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION34 words
-
-
Article, Illustration618 2010-12-08 83 The Salt Grill at Ion Orchard needs more'flavour' LUKE Mangan is a bit of a culinary bigwig in Australia, where he owns the popular Glass Brasserie in Sydney and his own range of gourmet provisions. He’s also the author of four cookbooks and owns Salt Tokyo, a contemporary618 words
-
Page 83 Advertisements
-
Advertisement99 2010-12-08 83 WHY. RESTRICT, YOURSELF TO SORING EXPENSIVE SET DINNERS? e 0 ='.<•' V. At Modesto's, yqu can-choose a wide selection df out traditional home-made Italian cuisiner front the A LA CARTE MENU throughout the J festive seasorij a n wn M© ig« Traditional Italian Wood-Fired Pizza Home-Made Pasta Orchard 1 Tanglin99 words
-
Advertisement100 2010-12-08 83 FASTIN HOTEL A £vlr v.: -v N: ■A.1 A >% KiiS&XS 4BV s&lf y i J ■«rs& .••+T** •'V EYE ON T Revealing a Fresh New Look Enjoy the unique offerings of our Club Deluxe Room and indulge in an exquisite experience in our newly renovated Executive Lounge. For reservations,100 words
-
-
Page 84 Advertisements
-
Advertisement95 2010-12-08 84 SUN’S CAFE Restaurant Bar FESTIVE BUFFET LUNCH 12.00 pm to 2.30 pm (Monday Friday except Public Holiday Festive Season) $20.80++ (Adult) $14.80++ (Child 3-11 years old) INTERNATIONAL BUFFET DINNER 6.30 pm to 10.00pm (Daily except 24th, 25th, 26th 31st Dec 2010 and 1st 2nd Jan 2011) $32.80++ (Adult) $16.80++ (Child95 words
-
Advertisement273 2010-12-08 84 LUNCH BUFFET NETT 8NLY EEKDAYS KASHMIR 19 EAST COAST ROAD NEW MENU EVERYDAY-SOUP, STARTER, FISH, CHICKEN, VEG'S, RICE, NAAN ETC. WKNDS NATIONAL HOLIDAY $15 NETT FOR LUNCH BUFFET. CASH PAYMENT ONLY. FOR RESERVATIONS CALL *****163 UU1flflflf.KASHIVIIR.COM.SG Usher in the Lunar N White Rabbit and G< It's Crean 03 lilt lilt273 words
-
-
Page 85 Advertisements
-
Advertisement168 2010-12-08 85 •MTewin Established 1898 Jermyn Street London t w f /j V 1 1 'A 1 m a i M Accessories (minimum 2 pieces) Limited period only. Sale items excluded. Selected accessories CITIBANK AND JAY GEE CARDMEMBERS ENJOY 5% OFF MULTI-BUY ITEMS Available at: RAFFLES CITY #01-22 ION ORCHARD #B1 -20168 words
-