Today, 29 June 2016

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    14 1 TODAY TODAYONLINE.COM WE SET YOU THINKING mediacorp WEDNESDAY, 29 JUNE 2016 MCI (P) 026/06/2016
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    S’pore adults lagging behind in literacy, maths: OECD
    657 1  -  Ranked 26th in literacy 24th in numeracy 8th in using digital tools among 34 countries REPUBLIC’S FIRST PARTICIPATION IN STUDY KENNETH CHENG kennethcjw@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE The Republic’s 15-year-olds may regularly come out top in mathematics, science and problemsolving compared with those from other
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    S’pore adults lagging behind in literacy, maths: OECD
    670 1  -  Ranked 26th in literacy 24th in numeracy 8th in using digital tools among 34 countries REPUBLIC’S FIRST PARTICIPATION IN STUDY KENNETH CHENG kennethcjw@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE The Republic’s 15-year-olds may regularly come out top in mathematics, science and problemsolving compared with those from other
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    Lock icon TERRORISM ‘NOT RULED OUT’ IN SELANGOR BLAST
    60 1 Eight people were injured after a hand-grenade attack outside a nightclub in Puchong, Selangor, at about 2.15am yesterday. A club employee said two men hurled an object towards patrons watching a Euro 2016 match. The police have not ruled out terrorism, and are
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    Lock icon Sterling makes first post-Brexit rally as Asian markets steady
    640 1 AGENCIES S I NG A POR E —The pound sterling and European stocks yesterday made their first gains since Britain’s shock vote last Thursday to leave the European Union, lifted by short covering and bargain hunting even as political and economic
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    Lock icon Sterling makes first post-Brexit rally as Asian markets steady
    640 1 AGENCIES S I NG A POR E —The pound sterling and European stocks yesterday made their first gains since Britain’s shock vote last Thursday to leave the European Union, lifted by short covering and bargain hunting even as political and economic
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      93 1 EVEN IF I.S. LOSES POLITICAL POWER, IT IS EXPECTED TO SURVIVE AND FIND CREATIVE WAYS TO MOUNT TERRORIST ATTACKS COMMENT&ANALYSIS 15 Indonesia acts to bring home billions in tax dollars parked overseas HOT NEWS 2 How Iceland grew to become a football force SPORTS 39 WORLD 32 ADVENTURE r\ TXA/EsJ
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      13 4 SINGAPORE ‘GREATER EFFORT NEEDED TO GET EMPLOYERS TO LOOK BEYOND PAPER QUALIFICATIONS’ 18
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      147 5 More Savings. So you are better prepared for retirement, \DEJV£ 0 —r 0 —r 0 —r o'* ciy ga o'i You're not saving for retirement alone. Employer contributions and attractive risk-free interest from the government help you grow your savings. Starting this year, we've made it even better. Higher CPF
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      30 6 HOTNEWS LONDON’S LOSS IS ASIA’S GAIN AS PROPERTY FUNDS SEEK SAFE HAVENS 8 VOICES BREXIT SHOWS DOWNSIDE OF OPINION POLLS, REFERENDUMS 17 CHINA&INDIA CHINA WEIGHS UP BREXIT LOSSES, OPPORTUNITIES 30
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      30 6 (2nd Edition) HOTNEWS LONDON’S LOSS IS ASIA’S GAIN AS PROPERTY FUNDS SEEK SAFE HAVENS 8 VOICES BREXIT SHOWS DOWNSIDE OF OPINION POLLS, REFERENDUMS 17 CHINA&INDIA CHINA WEIGHS UP BREXIT LOSSES, OPPORTUNITIES 30
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      549 8 HAZY? REFER TO THESE GUIDES TO PLAN YOUR ACTIVITIES TO PLAN AHEAD, REFER TO THE 24-HOUR PSI FORECAST HEALTH ADVISORY Scientific studies on the health effects of particulate matter (PM) are based on 24-hour exposure and hence the 24-hour PSI forecast has a corresponding health advisory. Use this to plan
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      63 12 V ‘THRILLS ON STAGE’ TODAY ‘TRIUMPHANT’ The Business Times SPECTACULAR, A RADIANT OUTSTANDING’ DISPLAY OF TALENT’ YAHOO NEWS SINGAPORE Toggl 7J» <3 i 'Tm.' 4 i \l& Wa X ■M M V mmjj Tl V N mm,* Bf 61 v > 7 x V LAST 3 WEEKS! BEST SEATS WEEKDAYS
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      1049 13 4 cordlife one chance, one choice. presents 1 WORLD LARGEST BABY FAIR BESTOEALSIN SINGAPORE! PRE-ORDER NOW WWW.MUMMYSMARKET.COM.SG SS&$%9 Peg Perego Aria Stroller/*" U.P: WHauek Disney, Pri ncess -jlRioptroller HlP*$ 339 $"99 Baby Ruler _i Tornado 3 [Wheels Stroller ftjr FREE GIFTS HIP: $799 $1468 [Koochi [Sneaker Stroller iQTB:t$379 ($99 Joovy
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  • comment & analysis
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      Lock icon Is China the next Japan?
      999 14  -  REFORMS ARE THE DECISIVE DIFFERENTIATING FACTOR STEPHEN ROACH PROJECT SYNDICATE Despite deepening concerns about China’s economy, the country is not heading towards “lost decades” of Japanese-style stagnation. And yet a worrisome ambiguity clouds this verdict. Japan’s fate was sealed by its reluctance to abandon a
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      Despite setbacks, IS is far from defeated
      948 15  -  GROUP WILL FIND WAYS TO MOUNT ATTACKS EVEN IF IT LOSES POWER AHMAD SAIFUL RIJAL HASSAN Recent reports suggest that the Islamic State (IS) is experiencing serious losses on the battlefront. Air strikes have killed 25,000 fighters from IS, which may not be
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      67 16 as r ax fii is Coventry University COMPLETION OF DEGREE IN 16 MONTHS* Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Full-time and Part-time) Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mechanical Engineering By providing your personal information, you agree that PSB Academy can contact you for marketing and promotional purposes. 'Subject to university requirements. trust ly:
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  • voices
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      Lock icon Brexit shows downside of opinion polls, referendums
      390 17  -  FROM HAZELYN A YUEN Just before the June 23 Brexit referendum, opinion polls showed that the Remain camp was leading slightly. Hence, the market meltdown was more extensive and worse than expected, since the outcome was not anticipated (“Pound nosedives to alltime low
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      Govt should set up task force to probe spate of lift accidents
      232 17  -  FROM PREM SINGH The recent spate of Housing and Development Board (HDB) lift accidents and malfunctions, resulting in injuries and one death, is worrying (“Operators, users have part to play in maintenance of lifts”; June 23). There are
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    • Article
      Asean should stay out of US-Sino contest in S China Sea
      417 17  -  FROM CHONG LEE MING The commentary “China shoots itself in the foot with divide and rule tactics in Asean” (June 17) deems China to have stymied discussion in the recent Special Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)-China Foreign Ministers’
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  • singapore
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      Lock icon ‘Greater effort needed to get employers to look beyond paper qualifications’
      553 18  -  THERE SHOULD BE EMPHASIS ON SKILLS-BASED ASSESSMENTS NG JING YNG jingyng@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Even as the push for lifelong learning and continual education gets underway here, the findings of an international adult skills survey reflected the need to help employers
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      Welcare no longer allowed to administer fee assistance
      301 19 S I N G A P O R E A student care centre, which is under investigation for wrongful claims made for fee subsidies, will no longer be allowed to administer government student care fee assistance from Aug 1. The Ministry of
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    • Article
      Dengue cases rise for second straight week
      313 19 SINGAPORE The number of new dengue cases in Singapore has risen again, with 215 cases reported in the week ending June 25, according to the latest figures on the National Environment Agency’s (NEA) dengue website. Nearly 9,000 dengue cases have been reported in
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      288 18 Parenthood an Amazing Journey A forum for all mums, dads and parents-to-be. V Key Highlights Child safety and injury prevention Dr Alison Marion Snodgrass Consultant, General Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine Service, KKH Maximising your family and child subsidies and schemes Ms Peggy Chan, Financial Literacy Trainer Institute for Financial Literacy,
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      53 19 //9 Health Promotion Board F.I.G.H.T. THE SPREAD FOR THOSE YOU LOVE iMMUNISi CREST r E DOCTOR m V A,: wJi FR L HAN ms HING i i D MASKS 3 Practise the 5 F.I.G.H.T. steps to protect your family and friends from the flu and other infectious diseases. Find out
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  • health
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      Lock icon When headaches could mean a tumour in the brain
      1312 20  -  Seek attention when head pain is accompanied by symptoms such as nausea and vomiting THE SECOND MOST COMMON CANCER AFTER LEUKAEMIA IN CHILDREN UNDER 18 EVELINE GAN eveline@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE —Five years ago, Mr Nashrul Rasman, 20, was running after a football
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      315 20 ADVERTISEMENT it it a Ma Kuang Healthcare Group Pte Ltd Allergic Rhinitis Allergic rhinitis is a type of inflammation in the lining of the nose as one's immune system overreacts to allergens in the environment. The symptoms are frequent sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. Standard treatment consists of intranasal
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      229 21 Who among these 12 finalists will drive away the Porsche? Qualifying Period 1 Mr. Haresh Bhagchand Chandiramani (NRIC No.: SXXXX856E) Qualifying Period 2 Ms. Mabel Mg (NRIC No.: SXXXX779B) Qualifying Period 3 Mr. Anis Abdul Vahid Sheikh (NRIC No.: SXXXX414D) Qualifying Period 4 Mr. Ang Hiang Soon (NRIC No.: SXXXX614Z)
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      284 22 B UBWAYk eat freshEnjoy great taste and savings at Subway® with all 6" subs under 500 calories. 4 mgs* Breakfast Value Meals Healthier Choices Bundle Meals 6" ROASTED CHICKEN BREAST HAM MEAL $12.90 U.P.: $19.10 3" HAM, EGG CHEESE COMBO $3.50 U.P.: $6.00 6" ROASTED CHICKEN BREAST MEAL $5.90 U.P.:
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  • Health & Wellness
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      Lock icon REDUCE DIABETES RISK THE NATURAL WAY
      738 23  -  Barley and spice and all that’s nice and calming may be your strategy for keeping this chronic lifestyle disease at bay BY MELODY CHONG You’ve probably read about white rice being the latest insulin saboteur that could increase your risk of developing diabetes. While
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      Lock icon Encapsulating the benefits of olives
      431 24 Besides olive oil olive juice may also be beneficial to health Italian actress Sophia Loren is known to use olive oil as a facial moisturiser and in her bath. And the 82-year-old screen siren might not be wrong to do so. Some studies have identified
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      Lock icon A tasty, healthy treat
      406 25 Roasted and fermented black garlic may be more beneficial for your health than it sounds Most people are familiar with white garlic. But black garlic? Black garlic is what you get when raw garlic undergoes fermentation at high temperatures in a humiditycontrolled room for nearly a
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    • Article
      Making private healthcare accessible
      612 26 How Integrated Shield Plans (IPs) can help defray treatment and hospitalisation costs in private hospitals When the need arises, being able to afford hospitalisation in a private hospital may not top your list of concerns if you are covered. Here are some common questions on Integrated
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      Lock icon Muscle toning on the go
      344 27 Wearable device delivers concentrated stimulation to tighten your muscles Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has teamed up with MTG to develop a wearable muscle-toning device that can be used at work or even on your morning commute. The SIXPAD uses CMM Pulse core technology, an advanced technology
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      Lock icon Building on women’s instincts to fight cancer
      417 28 Singapore Cancer Society’s new campaign highlights gynaecological cancers With gynaecological cancers on the rise, it pays to be vigilant. Uterine cancer, for instance, was the seventh most common cancer among Singaporean women from 1998 to 2002. But from 2010 to 2014, it became
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      189 24 Orgop'S Ju\c@ OVNe OLIVA forte Powerful Anti-oxidant promotes clearer skin. lightens pigmentation lightens blemishes Hr reduces sun damages to the skin “When my domestic helper who had severe blemishes began to show results after starting on OLIVA forte, I was curious and tried it too. After taking OLIVA forte Enchant,
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      69 26 t y fl W! I',-; I i mm COVERED FOR MOUNT ELIZABETH HOSPITALS? YOU PROBABLY ARE. 6 IN 10 Singaporeans who are covered for private hospitalisation do not fully utilise their health coverage.* *MediShield Life Review Committee Report, 2015 ASK HOW YOU CAN PAY $0 FOR A MOUNT ELIZABETH BILL
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      283 27 CUVILADY CREATE A BEAUTIFUL BODY Reebok Easy Tone Step Essential ZUB1 SIXF=F=lO Challenge Venue: Suntec City, East Atrium Date: Saturday, 9 July 2016, 3pm adlda as Utility Bench w Reebok Professional Trampoline r. Black AH I I icta -f Adjustable Squat Rack L 4 Weight Bench ana Shape Up Your
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      167 28 with i ~nuh Gerveramosc A WOMAN’S INSTINCT IS INCREDIBLE. But is it enough to detect cancer of the womb, ovaries and cervix? Cancer of the womb, ovaries and cervix are among the top 10 most common cancers affecting Singaporean women today. Early detection and treatment can save lives. So speak
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  • china & india
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      Lock icon Beijing should abide by tribunal ruling for its own good: Manila
      610 29 CHINA EXPECTED TO LOSE S CHINA SEA CASE MANILA TIMES MANILA The Philippines’ incoming Foreign Secretary Perfecto Yasay Jr said China will benefit more from a peaceful resolution of the South China Sea row through abiding by an arbitral
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      Lock icon China weighs up Brexit losses and opportunities
      1165 30 Beijing has spent years building ties with the UK; that strategy now needs a rethink LONDON’S VALUE AS A ‘BRIDGEHEAD’ TO EUROPE HAS BEEN LOST AGENCIES BEIJING —Just eight months ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping was snapping selfies with soccer stars in Manchester,
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      67 29 grand!) Sutya^&nes ifts'' Show p©» OMM l l O FTTI M 29 Jun 1 Jul 2016 Suntec Singapore Halls 401 403 I 11 am 6.30pm www.singaporegiftsshow.com A Must Attend Tradeshow for: sf Sales Marketing Managers Ef Corporate Gift Buyers Ef Event Planners Human Resource Managers m Operation Managers Sf Admin
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  • world
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      Lock icon Terrorism not ruled out as grenade attack in Selangor hurts 8
      539 32  -  POLICE ALSO INVESTIGATING BUSINESS RIVALRY AS MOTIVE EILEEN NG eileenng@mediacorp.com.sg WITH AGENCIES KUALA LUMPUR —The Malaysian police have not ruled out terrorism in yesterday’s hand-grenade attack on a nightclub in Puchong, Selangor, which injured eight people. Director Ayob Khan
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    • Article
      Lock icon Najib’s Cabinet reshuffle ‘done with an eye on polls’
      651 33 THE MALAY MAIL ONLINE KUALA LUMPUR Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak’s newly reshuffled Cabinet is an indication that he has his eye on the country’s next general election after overcoming recent challenges to his leadership, said political analysts. The analysts said
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      Lock icon Japan revamps child welfare law, but tens of thousands still institutionalised
      699 34 REUTERS TOKYO A baby lies in a metal-bar cot drinking from a bottle perched on his pillow in a Tokyo orphanage. There is no one to hold and feed him, or offer words of comfort. The director of the
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      129 32 1 K k A the clink f At DRx Clinic, we commit ourselves to provide the best results and services through a team of qualified and experienced medical professionals. The DRx Clinic offers a full suite of non-invasive medical aesthetic treatments to address each patient’s concerns in a holistic way,
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      134 33 RafflesMedical RafflesMedicalCen tre HollandV I'F One-Stop Medical Care at Raffles Holland V Raffles Medical Centre Holland V provides a seamless experience for your total healthcare needs. Besides offering a comprehensive range of medical services all in one location, the centre is also supported by radiology and laboratory services, where health
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      288 34 <st£< 1 IP ASIA 2016 n f 2 0 16 printpack+sign 29 JUNE-1 JULY MARINA BAY SANDS 10.30am 6.30pm (Wed Thu) 10.30am 5.30pm (Fri) Level 1, Flail A B, Sands Expo Convention Centre Happening L TODAY! OFFICE TECHNOLOGY AUTOMATION BUSINESS SOLUTIONS WORKSPACE DESIGN ERGONOMICS Jjgjl 1ST «+> WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
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  • business
    • Article
      GuocoLand bids S$595.1m for River Valley site
      461 35 SINGAPORE —A plum housing site in River Valley has attracted strong interest from developers, with a GuocoLand unit submitting the top bid of S$595.1 million, Urban Redevelopment Authority data showed after the close of tender yesterday. The 99-year leasehold site, launched on April
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      88 35 16 17 JULY 2016 tan quee lan street (opposite Bugis Junction) Prove your strength, test your determination. Take on the Maritime Spartan Youth Challenge now! SIGN UP AT SPARTANYOUTH.COM.SG register for free! designed for youth 18 to 35 years old 11obstacles 400+mcircuit prizes 1ST MALE FEMALE $500 cash each 2ND
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  • technology
    • Article
      Lock icon Microsoft pays user S$13k after unwanted upgrade
      449 36 THE TELEGRAPH LONDON Microsoft has paid a customer thousands of dollars in compensation after its new software Windows 10 automatically tried and failed to download onto their computer. The company paid Ms Teri Goldstein, a California customer, US$10,000 (S$13,558) after the failed update
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      108 36 8GS&9 SEMINARS USEFUL FOR EXPECTANT MUMS belly happy moments IU l TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU DELIVER. GET HANDY HINTS ON YOUR PREGNANCY LIFESTYLE NEEDS INCLUDING DIET, SLEEP AND FITNESS TIPS, PLUS GET THE LOWDOWN ON WHAT’S GOING ON IN YOUR BUMP. DATE PREGNANCY MADE EASY SATURDAY 23
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  • sports
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      Lock icon S’PORE’S NEW ATHLETICS TEAM GETS DOWN TO BUSINESS
      662 37  -  Olympic wildcard selection, preparation for 2017 SEA Games are top priorities PLANS TO WORK ON DEVELOPING YOUTH ATHLETES NOAH TAN noahtanyw@mediacorp.com.sg build our base of talents.” additional REPORTING BYAMANPREETSINGH SINGAPORE —The dust has barely settled on Singapore Athletics’ (SA) eventful Annual General
      build our base of talents.” additional REPORTING BYAMANPREETSINGH; PHOTO: NURIA LING  -  662 words
    • Article, Illustration
      A HOME AWAY FROM HOME FOR S’PORE’S RIO-BOUND ATHLETES
      406 37  -  NOAH TAN SINGAPORE —Despite being more than 15,000km from home when they are competing in the Olympics in August, Team Singapore’s athletes will still be able to experience the comforts of home in Rio. This is because the Singapore Sports Institute
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      Lock icon SURPRISING ITALY CONTINUE TO IMPRESS
      670 38 Azzurri completely shut down Spain’s passing game while going forward as often as possible AGENCIES PARIS —Italy had come to Euro 2016 with a suitcase full of doubts but now Antonio Conte’s men could possibly return home with the trophy instead on July 11. Thanks
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