Today, 8 December 2015

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      More decision-making options mooted for mentally-incapacitated
      606 2  -  PROPOSAL COMES AMID RISING SINGLEHOOD, INCREASING NUMBER OF ELDERLY PEOPLE LIVING ALONE NEO CHAI CHIN SINGAPORE Singaporeans will be able to appoint and pay professionals to make decisions on their behalf should they lose mental capacity, under proposed changes to the law announced by
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      Budget to be delivered on March 24
      187 4 SINGAPORE The Government’s Budget Statement for Financial Year 2016 will be delivered in Parliament on March 24 by Minister for Finance Heng Swee Keat. There will be live television and radio coverage of the Budget Statement, and a live webcast of the delivery
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      Fullerton building: From GPO to national landmark
      937 4  -  90-YEAR-OLD STRUCTURE GAZETTED AS 71ST NATIONAL MONUMENT STACEY LIM staceylim@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Overlooking the mouth of the Singapore River and the heart of the Central Business District, the Fullerton Hotel’s colossal two-storey Doric colonnade bore witness, for almost nine decades, to the growth of
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      A POINT OF REFERENCE TO MARK LANDMARKS
      80 4 Fullerton Building used to be the point of reference to mark landmarks across the island, during British colonial times. The building was known as “Mile Zero” and milestones were placed along roads all over Singapore for people to use as navigational tools. Each
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    • Article
      Lock icon UK subway-attack suspect had IS images on his phone, court told
      596 6 AGENCIES LONDON A suspect charged with attempting to kill a man at a London subway station over the weekend had images associated with Islamic State jihadists on his mobile phone, a court heard yesterday. The suspect, Muhaydin Mire, 29,
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      Lock icon Obama says of terrorism threat: ‘We will overcome it’
      1009 6 POINTED REBUKE TO REPUBLICAN CALLS FOR RESTRICTIONS ON MUSLIMS THE NEW YORK TIMES WASHINGTON United States President Barack Obama has sought to calm jittery Americans after the terrorist attack last week in California, delivering a prime-time address designed to underscore his
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    • Article
      Women’s Charter review: Maintenance for men gets nod, despite reservations
      699 8 Some feel that financial aidfor incapacitated husbands is a ‘step in the right direction’ MOST OTHER CHANGES GARNER PUBLIC APPROVAL SINGAPORE In spite of mixed views from the public, the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) will propose to
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      Lock icon Oil price slumps to near 7-year low amid glut, strong dollar
      226 8 (2nd Edition) REUTERS NEW YORK/LONDON —Crude oil futures tumbled to their lowest in nearly seven years yesterday after OPEC failed to address a growing supply glut, while a stronger United States dollar made it more expensive to hold crude positions. Brent
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      Women’s Charter review: Maintenance for men gets nod, despite reservations
      567 8 (2nd Edition) SINGAPORE In spite of mixed views from the public, the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) will propose to allow women to provide financially for husbands or ex-husbands who cannot work because of physical or mental disabilities or illness.
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      Lock icon US pushes for global body of experts to verify climate pledges
      841 10 THE NEW YORK TIMES LE BOURGET (FRANCE) The international climate-change negotiations entering their second and final week encompass a vast and complicated array of political, economic and legal questions. But, essentially, the talks boil down to two issues: Trust
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      Lock icon Beijing authorities issue first red alert as pollution soars to extreme levels
      471 10 AGENCIES BEIJING China’s capital issued its first-ever red alert for pollution yesterday, as a new blanket of choking smog was projected to descend on the city. The red alert the most serious warning on a four-tier system adopted
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      126 2 How to \ose yo ut calories, and not your appetite. Health Sg f W Promotion f Board To lose calories, cut back on what doesn’t nourish you: sugar. On average, a can of soda contains 140 calories, which raises your calorie intake. Whenever you can, choose wholegrain foods to keep
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      347 3 T '9 ies are on you Ladies fly for free when you book a Trafalgar 2016 Summer holiday to Europe with UOB Cards. Book by 30 December 2015 to enjoy 10% off Trafalgar tours, and a complimentary 1-way private airport transfer. K- '.TTTT Amazing Britain from US$1,995 European Whirl from
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      211 4 -Q Take your best Friend for FREE*. Because you can. Flights to many of our destinations are on sale! For every passenger who books a specially marked sale economy Starter fare, you will receive another economy Starter fare for FREE*! jetstar.com Jetstar Terms and Conditions: *Airport taxes and fees from
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      49 5 1 r > i rn A J RECEIVE 20 OFF 1 V r WHEN YOU PURCHASE INISSIA AND AEROCCINO MILK FROTHER BUNDLE AND OTHER SELECTED MACHINES *T&Cs apply. Check in store for details. Nespresso Boutiques: ION Orchard #01-14 Takashimaya Department Store, B1 Discover more gift ideas at www.nespresso.com/festive Xespresso. \Aflat1
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      276 7 cjcCAUSE H’if > ym Airfares doc BC Bank < i The Regional Wing of Singapore Airlines Extend your celebrations into the new year with two-to-go, all-in return fares to over 20 destinations! Book by 14 Dec 2015. Travel from 1 Jan to 31 Mar 2016. Book now at silkair.com/ocbc or
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      91 8 IGNITE a Red Hot Chicken is back to spice up your Christmas! Savour fresh, juicy chicken steeped in our signature Hot Spicy marinade and paprika batter, then cooked to crispy perfection. Pair it with Flaming Hot Sauce, for a delightful burn that brings us closer this festive season, g sak
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      86 8 (2nd Edition) ignite* Red Hot Chicken is back to spice up your Christmas! Savour fresh, juicy chicken steeped in our signature Hot Spicy marinade and paprika batter, then cooked to crispy perfection Pair it with Flaming Hot Sauce, for a delightful burn that brings us closer this festive season. FLAWHNG r; HjS
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      84 9 ROBINSONS An Al-Rittiiim group company Congratulations MediaCorp on moving to your new home at Mediapolis One-North From all of us at The Robinsons Group of Stores ■a* |r' M 1 on 88 8888 VISA c r 5C1CT rebate on your monthly statement SHOP FOR MORE WITH ROBS$ 200 Robs$ $1
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      292 12 (2nd Edition) afe.. Celebrate getting #KaplanDiploma IL* /O fSgl m ■> ifz K ja t CHOOSE FROM MORE THAN ENTRY TO OVER inODEGREE I W PROGRAMMES 20 D|PLOMAS POSSIBLE COMPLETION OF 8 MODULES IN MONTHS* HEART OF THE CITY 2 CAMPUSES Kaplan Diplomas Possible completion in 2.5 years* N/O/A-LEVEL NITEC/HIGHER NITEC KAPLAN
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  • comment & analysis
    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon It’s time to limit personal use of mobile phones during work
      890 14  -  IT IS A DISTRACTION THAT REDUCES PRODUCTIVITY AND CAUSES ACCIDENTS RICHARD HARTUNG Richard Hartung is a financial services consultant living in Singapore since 1992. From family dinners to watching movies, people seem to spend more time texting or surfing
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      Lock icon France and the climate-terror connection
      928 14  -  FRAM EWORK OF FANATIC I S M FAN N E D BY DI RE E NVI RON M E NTAL CON DITION S YURIKO KOIKE PROJECT SYNDICATE Since the Nov 13 terrorist bloodletting in Paris, the City of Light has been practically under martial law.
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      Lock icon ASEAN deserves credit for standing up to China and US
      1129 18  -  HOW TH E G ROUPI NG WITH STOOD PRE S SURE FROM BOTH POWE R S AT REC E NT M E ETI NG TANG SIEW MUN Tang Siew Mun is head of the ASEAN Studies Centre at ISEAS Yusof
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      57 14 By demonstrating to China that it was willing to face up to international criticism for failing to issue a joint statement at the ADMM Plus, ASEAN was, in fact, putting China on notice that it would not be cowed and was willing to bear short-term diplomatic embarrassment to affirm its
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      75 16 MANY PROFESSIONS ONE GOAL Mr MINISTRY OF HEALTH SINGAPORE You too can make a difference to the lives of others, by choosing from 14 exciting allied health professions. Audiologist Clinical Psychologist Diagnostic Radiographer Dietitian Medical Social Worker Medical Technologist Occupational Therapist Orthoptist Physiotherapist Podiatrist Prosthetist Orthotist Radiation Therapist Respiratory Therapist
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      248 18 m UNIVERSITY BIRMINGHAM 'll SIM GLOBAL EDUCATION Worldwide talent demand is at its highest level in 7 years. Opportunities await you. Are you Global Ready? Seize opportunities with a degree from the University of Birmingham, one of the UK's leading research-driven Russell Group universities. Develop a global perspective and learn
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      59 19 CONGRATULATIONS TO MEDIACORP on the official opening of your new office at sta r s ave n u e, Me d i a p o l i s o n e n o r t h conserve your fondest memories with a photobook creating a better home KHL Printing Co
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      241 20 I II n a a Cv V a tt). IT r;; c < L c w CELEBRATE THE JOYS OF THE SEASON AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE® Award-winning “Sesame Street Saves Christmas” show Rides and attractions open till 9pm Pyrotechnics and multimedia shows it Snowfall every hour it Photo-op with characters,
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      147 21 Empower your n CAREER WITH A Business qegree SINGAPORE’S OLDEST NOT-FOR-PROFIT PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTE Grace Harper MDIS Student (2015) jpw 1 i l MDIS BUSINESS SCHOOL Gain practical insights at the MDIS Business School. Our business programmes will prepare you to meet the demands of a globally-interconnected economy. University of Sunderland
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  • voices
    • Article
      Dementia is both challenge and opportunity for society
      519 22  -  FROM LIM SIA HOE Executive Director, Centre For Seniors It is heartening that the business community is doing its part at the Enabling Village in Redhill (“Push for more inclusive S’pore must continue: PM”; Dec 3). A more enabling and inclusive society
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    • QUICK HITS
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        WILL LONGEVITY DRUG IMPROVE LIFE ON EARTH?
        112 22  -  ACE KINDRED CHEONG It is great to know that there is the possibility of a drug that can keep humans healthy for 120 years (“New drug could keep humans healthy for 120 years”; Nov 30). Having said that, I wonder whether such longevity
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      • Article
        ADAM LAMBERT FURORE: NO OBJECTIONS HEARD OVER ELTON
        94 22  -  THOMAS LEE CHEE CHEE I, too, see no problem with Mr Adam Lambert’s participation in the coming countdown show, so long as he abides by our public performance rules (“Adam Lambert’s sexual identity should not be an issue in show”; Dec 5).
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      14 22 •HAVEYOURSAY email your letters to voices@mediacorp.com.sg JOIN THE CONVERSATION facebook.com/todayonline READ MORE LETTERS todayonline.com/voices
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      248 23 Spirt*. -*x 0 f Wt I -A eastpoint HUNKS road ch Come rock with Alvin and The Chipmunks this holiday at Eastpoint Mall, Main Atrium. It will be a special musical with Alvin, Simon, Theodore and Brittany as the stars of the show, with the show ending with a sensational
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      38 25 LS 2 SERVICES PTE LTD ARAS DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD CONGRATULATES MediaCorp on the of cial opening of your new of ce at Stars Avenue, Mediapolis@One-North Transforming your working environments into cleaned and organized spaces is what we do.
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  • china&india
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      Lock icon Football both a boon and a bane for China
      953 28 Clubs, investors primed to profit from huge interest, but corruption plagues the sport PRESIDENT XI ENCOURAGES THE SPORT’S GROWING POPULARITY FINANCIAL TIMES BEIJING Ms Angie Quan still recalls the epiphany that occurred the first time she watched Liverpool Football Club play
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      Lock icon China’s high-rollers take punt on low-profile Vietnamese casino
      915 30 Beijing’s corruption crackdown has seen many gamblers switch to less-conspicuous locations OTHER ATTRACTIONS INCLUDE BEAUTIFUL BEACHES AND CULTURAL SITES REUTERS DANANG (VIETNAM) A small beachfront Vietnamese casino is giving Macau’s VIP gambling scene a run for its money, drawing in more wealthy
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      Lock icon Chinese officers banned from airing concerns over military reform
      410 30 REUTERS BEIJING —High-ranking officers in the Chinese army must hold their tongues about concerns over military reform and lead from the front to ensure the rank-and-file are on board, the People’s Liberation Army said yesterday. President Xi Jinping unveiled a broad-brush
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    • Article
      Lock icon Mock Mumbai assault shows gaps in security
      701 42 AGENCIES MUMBAI/NEW DELHI Last month, during an exercise to test India’s readiness for a militant attack, teams of coast guards approached Mumbai and the surrounding areas by sea. Several teams slipped through undetected. Officials said the response to the mock assault in the
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      181 28 PRIFYSGOL Slyndwr V_ J UNIVERSITY Master of Business Administration MBA (Accounting and Finance) MBA (Human Resource Management) MBA (International Business) MBA (Marketing) MBA (Healthcare Management) MBA (IT Management) <i((^ University ol Sunderland MSC BEngMSc Engineering Management MSc Project Management B Eng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Top-up) B Eng (Hons)
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      34 29 HAVAS MEDIA ASIA PACIFIC CONGRATULATES MediaCorp on the of cial opening of its new of ce at Stars Avenue, Mediapolis@One-North Hope to see you reach new heights of success. Wishing you all the best!
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      25 31 to MediaCorp on the of cial opening of your new of ce at Stars Avenue, Mediapolis@One-North Hong Leong Group of Companies: Hong Realty (Private) Limited
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      39 39 ENGAGE ENTERTAI bdiaCorp ENRICH lav li. Vu r Wiav > m* N v.v M* wm V 1,1 m S ;>■ V T 'j.fJ V Right-Space Pte Ltd W Sun ray SIONG ANN ENGINEERING PTE LTD SPECIALIST IN THEATRE AND STUDIO ENGINEERING
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      283 42 Dec 19, 2015 10am 9pm Singapore Sports Hub FREE RCTIVITIES FOR THE FRMILV TO CELEBRRTE PRRERTHOOD IR SIRGRPORE! 8 PLflv zones Bring the family down and soak up the fun with a total of 8 play zones line-up for you! That includes aiming and shooting at Game Zone, getting creative
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  • world world
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      Lock icon M’sia says critics should not fear new security Bill
      692 44 Minister blames ‘trust deficit’ for concerns the govt will use the law against detractors OPPOSITION ASKS WHY IT WAS RUSHED THROUGH WITH LITTLE CONSULTATION AGENCIES KUALA LUMPUR Malaysia’s new National Security Council (NSC) Bill will not be used against government detractors
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    • Article
      Lock icon Former DPM calls on Najib to take leave of absence
      641 44 (2nd Edition) Muhyiddin Mahathir address supporters a day before UMNO general assembly begins ‘TAKE A REST SO THAT INVESTIGATIONS CAN BE CARRIED OUT FREELY’ AGENCIES KUAL A LUMPUR UMNO deputy president Muhyiddin Yassin yesterday called on embattled Prime Minister Najib Razak to
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    • Article, Illustration
      Lock icon Classified advertising with a difference: Do you own these planes?
      351 44 THE MALAY MAIL KUALA LUMPUR Here is an advertisement you do not see everyday in your local daily: Wanted! The owner of three Boeing 747-200F planes who left them behind at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in Sepang. Malaysia Airports
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      Lock icon Classified advertising with a difference: Do you own these planes?
      353 44 (2nd Edition) THE MALAY MAIL KUAL A LUMPUR Here is an advertisement you do not see everyday in your local daily: Wanted! The owner of three Boeing 747-200F planes who left them behind at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in Sepang. Malaysia
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      Lock icon Thai army blocks anti-corruption protest, detains activists
      644 46 AGENCIES BANGKOK —Thailand’s military government blocked an anti-corruption protest yesterday, detaining about three dozen students and other activists who were headed to a park honouring past kings that was allegedly built with money from shady dealings involving several senior officers. The military’s efforts
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      Lock icon Australia looks beyond resources with S$1.1b plan to boost innovation
      638 46 Turnbull launches agenda to spur creative ideas boom that can ‘continue forever’ INCLUDES TAX BREAKS, NEW VISAS, STUDENT SUPPORT AGENCIES CANBERRA Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull yesterday unveiled a A$1.1 billion (S$1.1 billion) package to boost innovation in Australia, using
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      119 44 Singapore Technologies Marine Ltd (ST Marine), a premier shipyard providing services to a worldwide customer base in the naval and commercial markets, has immediate vacancies for: SECURITY GUARDS (PERMANENT/IN HOUSE) Gross Pay Up to $2000* Able to perform 12 hours shift Physically fi t Possess PLRD Security Licence Only Singapore
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      119 44 (2nd Edition) Singapore Technologies Marine Ltd (ST Marine), a premier shipyard providing services to a worldwide customer base in the naval and commercial markets, has immediate vacancies for: SECURITY GUARDS (PERMANENT/IN HOUSE) Gross Pay Up to $2000* Able to perform 12 hours shift Physically fi t Possess PLRD Security Licence Only Singapore
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  • business
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      Lock icon BIS calls for tighter monetary policy in spite of ‘uneasy calm’
      510 48 LOW INTEREST RATES FUELLING INSTABILITY, IT SAYS FINANCIAL TIMES FR ANKFURT Central banks must not let market volatility halt their plans to retreat from crisis-fighting monetary policies, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) warned, ahead of the expected first
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    • Article
      Sembcorp inks deal for S$421m power plant in Myanmar
      274 48 SINGAPORE —Sembcorp Industries’ ful-ly-owned subsidiary Sembcorp Utilities yesterday signed a memorandum of agreement with the Myanmar government to invest in, and develop, a US$300 million (S$421 million) power plant near Mandalay, the country’s largest gas-fired power plant, to help ease its
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    • Article
      CTO Tim Utama to leave SGX
      409 48 SINGAPORE —Bourse operator Singapore Exchange (SGX) said yesterday its chief operations and technology officer, Timothy Utama, will be leaving the company, as it revamped its organisational structure to improve operational efficiency and serve customers better. “In conjunction with the realignment, Mr Tim Utama has
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      54 48 ~4 4 ej’ t'M M Wedding Planning Business In conjunction with the ICWP Wedding Planning Certification Course To register for free introductory talk E’lW.sH 0 17 Dec *****1 nui at 7am Park Mall, level 13 (Opposite Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station) SMS:Y<space>l 7/1a <space><name> Awarded By: INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED WEDDING PLANNERS
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      30 49 On behalf of our entire project team, Qvest Media CONGRATULATES MediaCorp on the offi cial opening of your new offi ce at Stars Avenue, Mediapolis@One-North www.qvestmedia.com The Leading Systems Architect
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  • technology
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      Lock icon Dutch artist keen to vacuum up Beijing’s hazardous smog
      630 50 NEW DEVICE CLEANS ‘30,000 CUBIC METRES OF AIR AN HOUR’ BLOOMBERG BEIJING Ms Liu Min, an expectant mother in Beijing, is worried about her baby’s future. She gets anxious when she thinks of the youngest lung cancer patient in China, who
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  • sports
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      Lock icon RECORDS FALL AS TEAM S’PORE RISES
      586 51  -  Swimmers bag five gold medals to help team surpass APG record 20 GOLD, 10 SILVER AND 14 BRONZE MEDALS SO FAR ADELENE WONG adelenewong@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Team Singapore set a new ASEAN Para Games (APG) record haul of 20 gold medals yesterday, with five gold
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      Lock icon SWIMMER YEO SAYS SHE HAS NO MORE FEARS
      625 51  -  ADELENE WONG SINGAPORE Just for the record, Yeo Yi Lin painstakingly pointed out, she was not afraid. Not of the water, not of the crowd, and definitely not of the possibility of losing her race. Why should she be afraid? After all,
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      585 52  -  Forward’s double proves team is more than just the ‘Khairul Show’ S’PORE CONFIDENT AHEAD OF BRONZE MEDAL PLAY-OFF AMANPREET SINGH amanpreet@mediacorp.com.sg S I N G A P O R E —For three matches, Muhammad Shahidil was a frustrated man. The forward for the Singapore cerebral
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      382 52  -  LOW LIN FHOONG SINGAPORE —Leading the gold-medal match at 2-1 after the third end, Toh Sze Ning had looked on track to clinch Team Singapore’s first boccia gold at the ASEAN Para Games yesterday. But despite some well-placed shots, the 22-year-old could not
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      157 52 Athletics What: Men’s Long Jump, F20, Final, 8.30 am; Men’s 200m, T42, Final, 9am; Men’s 200m T37, Heat 1,10.35 am; Men’s 200m, T53, Heat 1, 10.55 am. Where: National Stadium Chess What: Men’s Team Rapid-P1, Finals, 7pm. Where: OCBC Arena Hall 4 Football 5-a-side What: Men’s
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      581 53  -  Organisers MP Silva says it has ‘exhausted all options’ in Sports Hub negotiations LOW LIN FHOONG linfhoong@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE After six months of negotiations, organisers of the Merlion Cup have decided not to host the tournament at the National Stadium in a move that will disappoint
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      369 53 THE DAILY TELEGRAPH LONDON Jurgen Klopp has used Liverpool’s 2-0 defeat at Newcastle United as evidence to support his view they remain short of being title contenders. Having destroyed Southampton in the League Cup midweek, many had suggested Liverpool had progressed so quickly
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      217 53 AP LONDON The FBI is investigating Sepp Blatter’s role in a kickbacks scandal that involved Joao Havelange, his predecessor as FIFA president, the BBC reported on Sunday. The BBC said it will air a programme this morning Singapore time (yesterday in the United
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      972 54 Only Man City is guaranteed progress to the Champions League round of 16 MAN UNITED, ARSENAL AND CHELSEA ON THE BRINK AP MANCHESTER English football went through a period of introspection last season after the Premier League failed to have a representative in the
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      93 54 LW*: Telecast not available at Livewire(Singapore Pools) No person under the age of 18 years shall be allowed to purchase a ticket or to claim any prize. LW: Livewire (MBS) Livewire (RWS) (21 years and above) Livewire (Singapore Pools) (21 years and above during ‘Live’ telecast) SB: SportsBuzz@Kranji (18 years
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        1882 56  -  ARE THE ELDERLY BEING SIDELINED WHEN IT COMES TO ENTERTAINMENT? JOY FANG joyfangz@mediacorp.com.sg Every day, 68-year-old Tay Teng Long sits in his oneroom rental flat in Yishun, or wanders around outdoors to while away his time. His complaint? There is nothing on the television that is suitable for
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        Taufik writes new song for the Pioneer Generation
        725 58  -  The track, Izinkanku, is a reminder to acknowledge all they have done for us’, says the singer OLD FOLKS TUNE CHRISTOPHER TOH christophert@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Singapore’s top Malay pop singer Taufik Batisah has released a new single called Izinkanku (Malay for “allow me”).
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        142 58 SINGAPORE Singaporean band MICappella’s latest music video has hit one million views on Facebook, a mere five days after its release. The videos feature the group performing a mash-up of theme songs from popular Taiwanese movies Our Times and You Are The
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      255 60 VIEWPOINTS WITH HOWIE LIM AND ANDRE AHCHAK Get an in-depth look at lifestyle issues from home trends to technology news as well as investment advice. 6.00AM Morning Agenda With Bharati Jagdish And Keith De Souza 10.00 Viewpoints With Howie Lim And Andre Ahchak 2.00PM The Culture Cafe With Angela Lim
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      1195 61 CHANNEL tellchannel5@mediacorp.com.sg CHANNEL tellchannel8@mediacorp.com.sg 6.00AM United Neighbours Society (HD) 7.00 Food Hometown 7.30 Hello Singapore Highlights (HD) 8.00 The Dream Makers 2 (HD)(PG-Some Disturbing Scenes) 9.00 Morning Express (HD)(Live) 9.30 Life Fear Not (HD)(PG) 10.00 Celebrations! 10.30 Unique Flavour (PG) 12.30PM My HeARTland Carnival (HD) 1.00 News 8 At One
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