Today, 6 March 2017
2017-03-06
1
32
https://www.nlb.gov.sg
https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg/newspapers/browse/today
Today
-
Title Section14 2017-03-06 1 TODAY TODAYONLINE.COM WE SET YOU THINKING mediacorp MONDAY, 6 MARCH 2017 MCI (P) 026/06/201614 words
-
Article, Illustration94 2017-03-06 1 Madam Soh Beng Eng, 68, looking pleased after getting her hair cut by a volunteer at the void deck of Block 415, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10, on Sunday. More than 200 elderly Teck Ghee residents were treated to free haircuts and manicures,PHOTO: OOI BOON KEONG - 94 words
-
Article, Illustration593 2017-03-06 1 Two of the men arrested last month were planning to launch a large-scale car bomb attack in the country AGENCIES KUALA LUMPUR —Malaysia has arrested six foreigners and one Malaysian last month for suspected links to militant groups including the Islamic State (IS),AGENCIES; PHOTO: ROYAL MALAYSIAN POLICE - 593 words
-
Page 1 Advertisements
-
Advertisement72 2017-03-06 1 TH E DAI LY BRI E F More seniors taking up two-room flats with shorter leases HOT NEWS 2 Carrot-and-stick approach not enough to make S’poreans save more water HOT NEWS 4 Para-sports Day inspires those with disabilities to be more active SI NGAPORE 14 ARE YOU READY FOR THE72 words
-
Advertisement14 2017-03-06 1 IT’S OKAY FOR KIDS TO BE VEGAN BUT SI NGAPORE LI FE STYLE 2014 words
-
-
hot news
-
535 2017-03-06 2 NEO CHAI CHIN - HDB TO LAUNCH MORE BTO PROJECTS WITH SUCH FLATS NEO CHAI CHIN chaichin@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE —Given a choice, many elderly applicants are opting for shorter leases under the Two-room Flexi Scheme, figures from the Housing and Development Board (HDB) show. And with the encouraging535 words
-
Article, Illustration548 2017-03-06 2 NEO CHAI CHIN - NEO CHAI CHIN SINGAPORE —Bring back a committee against profiteering to ensure that establishments such as coffee shops do not profiteer by raising prices using water fee hikes as an excuse, Member of Parliament (Nee Soon GRC) Lee BeePHOTO: OOI BOON KEONG - 548 words
-
Article, Illustration931 2017-03-06 4 TOHEEMING - More long-term efforts, new ways needed to change how people look at water usage TOHEEMING toheeming@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE —Getting Singaporeans to cut down on their water usage should not be done through a “carrot-and-stick” approach alone, green groups here said, asPHOTOS: JASON QUAH - 931 words
-
Article, Illustration665 2017-03-06 6 AGENCIES BEIJING —China’s Finance Ministry said yesterday that the country’s defence Budget this year will break the 1 trillion yuan (S$205 billion) mark for the first time, as the government pledged more support for its military, including strengthening maritime and air defencesAGENCIES; PHOTO: REUTERS - 665 words
-
629 2017-03-06 6 REUTERS BEIJING —China has cut its growth target this year as the world’s secondlargest economy pushes through painful reforms to address a rapid build-up in debt, and constructs a “firewall” against financial risks. China aims to expand its economy by about 6.5REUTERS - 629 words
-
Article, Illustration484 2017-03-06 8 AGENCIES BEIJING China will firmly oppose Taiwan “separatism”, Premier Li Keqiang declared Sunday, following tension with United States President Donald Trump over the self-ruled island. “We will resolutely oppose and contain separatist activities for Taiwan independence,” Mr Li said in a speechAGENCIES; PHOTO: REUTERS - 484 words
-
561 2017-03-06 8 AGENCIES BEIJING China will work to clear its skies by increasing investment in clean energy and punishing polluters, Premier Li Keqiang said yesterday in comments aimed at mollifying public anger over chronic smog. Swathes of northern China were blanketedAGENCIES - 561 words
-
Article, Illustration141 2017-03-06 10 Following a six-month injury layoff, South Korean golfer Park Inbee produced a sensational final round of golf at the HSBC Women’s Champions yesterday, as the 28-year-old shot a tour-nament-record eight-under 64 (19-un-der 269 total) to clinch her second title in Singapore. The Rio OlympicsPHOTO: GETTY IMAGES - 141 words
-
Article, Illustration1232 2017-03-06 10 NOAH TAN - The SportSG project is getting kids to play, but may be hurting smaller football schools NOAH TAN noahtanyw@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE —When the ActiveSG Football Academy launched last April, Khairul Asyraf, who runs private football academy 2Touch Soccer School, felt uneasy. He wondered how thisPHOTO: STANLEY HO - 1,232 words
-
-
Page 2 Advertisements
-
Advertisement13 2017-03-06 2 HOT NEWS SAVING WATER: MOVE BEYOND PRICE TO FOCUS ON PUBLIC EDUCATION 413 words
-
-
Page 3 Advertisements
-
Advertisement171 2017-03-06 3 J. Nestle MW For those who have queued for the MILO® Van through the years, now you can take your favourite MILO® Van collectible home. <1 Collect all limited edition designs. Available at leading supermarkets. Hurry, while stocks last! Visit facebook.com/milosingapore to find out more. AS» i I iLO TS171 words
-
-
Page 4 Advertisements
-
Advertisement8 2017-03-06 4 VOICES PROVIDE RAW WATER FOR NON-DRINKING PURPOSES 248 words
-
-
Page 5 Advertisements
-
Advertisement273 2017-03-06 5 Reach out for higher savings 130% pawe re Maybank iSAVvy Savings Accoun Kere helps you grow your savings with to talk enhanced interest rates. I m I Enjoy up to 1.30% p.a. when you deposit a minimum of S$20,000 to your iSAVvy Savings Account from now till 31 May 2017.273 words
-
-
Page 6 Advertisements
-
Advertisement14 2017-03-06 6 HOT NEWS CHINA VOWS TO CLEAN UP ITS ACT, MAKE SKIES BLUE AGAIN 814 words
-
-
Page 7 Advertisements
-
Advertisement103 2017-03-06 7 REEBONZ EXPERIENCE THE RUSH Unbox the one you've been waiting for UP TO 70% OFF with further reductions. r i mm m r ffisl ■V r -Sv as triSstM tefr'- a\ Get greater savings of 25% off purchases worth $2,000 or more with Mastercard®! Shop on REEBONZ as we turn103 words
-
-
Page 8 Miscellaneous
-
Miscellaneous44 2017-03-06 8 TOTO Estimated Group 1 Prize $1 Million Draw on Mon, 6 Mar 2017, 6.30pm at Singapore Pools Building (210 Middle Road) For details, visit singaporepools.com PLAY RESPONSIBLY Stay Legal. I National Problem Gambling Bet With Care. I Helpline: 1800-6-668-668 RCB Reg No.: *****0202G m44 words
-
-
Page 9 Advertisements
-
Advertisement80 2017-03-06 9 T ripartite Alliance for Fair Progressive Employment Practices S'- 1 m f ON’T NEED TO BE AMBITIOUS. NLY BOYS GET TO BECOME BOSSES. Biases we show towards female workers today will have far reaching effects on the workers of tomorrow. It’s time we look beyond these biases in the workplace80 words
-
-
Page 11 Advertisements
-
Advertisement114 2017-03-06 11 U nstoppable JOIN THE U THAT BELIEVES IN U. No matter what your ambitions are, or how special they might be, you’ll discover that nothing can stop you from turning them into reality. SIM University's uniquely flexible pedagogy provides lifelong learning opportunities for learners with diverse needs. Whatever your goals,114 words
-
-
Page 12 Advertisements
-
Advertisement103 2017-03-06 12 i V v g v *V ,§#/f ;:v.:-■ P j m m 7Z, r v -.v* 120m gj fexofenadine HGL m s?>-. r L V si='\» III i s» V. m 5 benefit?! n m i pr/ FAS T P e T. •>; m ■Si *>■-. r1 V jr 5*a103 words
-
-
Page 13 Advertisements
-
Advertisement124 2017-03-06 13 UNLOCK THE WAY TO MILLIONS OF CUSTOMERS MORE THAN 80% OF SINGAPORE’S CONSUMERS ARE WITHIN YOUR REACH*. LET TVCONNECT BE YOUR KEY NOW! One lucky TVConnect 2017 advertiser will WIN the GRAND PRIZE** SECURE YOUR PLACE NOW! Visit www.tvconnect.sg/10 Call +65 6305 4098 or sms TV to ***** Marina Bay124 words
-
-
singapore
-
news
-
Article, Illustration788 2017-03-06 14 FARIS MOKHTAR - FARIS MOKHTAR farism@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Mrs Jessie Ong was not into active sports after being paralysed on the left side of her body due to a stroke eight years ago. But on Saturday, after trying her hand at table tennis and boccia forPHOTO: NADARAJAN RAJENDRAN - 788 words
-
Article, Illustration476 2017-03-06 15 ALFRED CHUA - ALFRED CHUA alfredchuam@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE —The campaign to fight diabetes in the Malay/Muslim community has been given a shot in the arm with a three-month extension announced yesterday by its organisers. The initial target was to get 50 Malay Activity Executive Committees (MAECs) onPHOTO: TAMPINES MALAY ACTIVITY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES - 476 words
-
-
business
-
Article, Illustration958 2017-03-06 16 ANGELATENG - Decision to put off studies for an internship in Dubai helped 26-year-old start his own company in marine industry ANGELATENG angelateng@mediacorp.com. sg SINGAPORE Straight out of National Service, at the age of 20, Mr Eric Chean packed his bags and usedPHOTO: NURIA LING - 958 words
-
929 2017-03-06 17 RICHARD HARTUNG - ON THE MONEY RICHARD HARTUNG today@mediacorp.com.sg How you feel about money can have a big impact on how you save, spend and plan for your financial future. By understanding the psychology of money and your own views, you can manage your money929 words
-
Article, Illustration434 2017-03-06 18 DHARMO SOEJANTO - TEA LEAVES DHARMO SOEJANTO Mr Dharmo Soejanto is director of Multi-Asset Strategy, UOB Asset Management Earlier this year, the United States Federal Reserve signalled its intention to increase rates “fairly soon”. However, the market seems to have been complacent about the possibility ofPHOTO: AP - 434 words
-
-
entertainment
-
Article, Illustration638 2017-03-06 19 HONJINGYI - The Taiwanese singer, ‘in disbelief’ at her popularity here, offered some marvels of her own HONJINGYI honjingyi@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Taiwanese songbird A-Lin’s Sonar Singapore Echo Limited concert at The Star Theatre on Saturday evening proved to be a gig full of revelations. The 33-year-old vocalPHOTO: VIZPRO - 638 words
-
Article, Illustration684 2017-03-06 19 CHRISTOPHERTOH SINGAPORE The theme of this year’s edition of the annual NUS Arts Festival, which kicks off on March 10, is Brave New World. And if there is one thing the National University of Singapore (NUS) has in spades, it is peopleCHRISTOPHERTOH; PHOTO: KINETIC EXPRESSIONS PHOTOGRAPHY - 684 words
-
-
lifestyle
-
Article, Illustration1019 2017-03-06 20 BALVINDERSANDHU - Experts believe veganism is acceptable at even a young age if you proceed with care PARENTING MATTERS BALVINDERSANDHU features@mediacorp.com.sg SINGAPORE Mention “veganism”, and many think of adults who abstain from eating or using animals and animal products. Famous vegan celebrities then come to mind, suchPHOTO: ISTOCK - 1,019 words
-
-
-
Page 14 Advertisements
-
Advertisement140 2017-03-06 14 i ymuc help can make a difference... i Hi Thinking about volunteering for clinical research? Volunteering today could mean breakthrough medicines for tomorrow. Lilly-NUS conducts clinical research to advance development of medicines and medical science. We are looking for healthy volunteers. If you are: Male or post-menopausal female Age 21140 words
-
Advertisement33 2017-03-06 14 ENABLE FUND Support the TODAY Enable Fund for the special needs community. Find out more via www.todayonline/ com/enable If you know of more stories of people with disabilities, email us at news@ newstoday.com.sg33 words
-
Advertisement9 2017-03-06 14 COMMENT&ANALYSIS WHEN ONE’S DISABILITY IS NOT A HANDICAP 229 words
-
-
Page 15 Advertisements
-
Advertisement46 2017-03-06 15 72 HOURS ONLY 50%OFF 30% TO ALL READY TO HANG CURTAINS BLINDS 50%OFF ALL QUILTS Includes Individual Sets 50%OFF ALL SHEETS 50%OFF 30% TO ALL RUGS 30%OFF ALL SEWING MACHINES 40%OFF ALL FABRIC 40%OFF ALL TOWELS LEVEL 5, 68 ORCHARD ROAD PH: 6733 9808 PLAZA SINGAPURA46 words
-
-
Page 16 Advertisements
-
Advertisement79 2017-03-06 16 SPECIAL PROJECT 5 days' work (1 off) SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER u P to $2,eoo SECURITY OFFICER-up to $2,300 OUR BENEFITS: Annual Increment, Paid NTUC Union Membership, Medicnl Card, Career Advancement, Promotion, Paid Training Courses, Annual Wage Supplement, Long Service Award Terms and Conditions may apply AcePro Security Consultancy Pte Ltd79 words
-
-
Page 17 Advertisements
-
Advertisement192 2017-03-06 17 jcu.singapore.fanpage jcusingaporevideo www.jcu.edu.sg @jcu_singapore (s) jcusingapore JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY SINGAPORE SkillsFuture Study Award (Hotel Sector) for the following programs: Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Business (Hospitality and Tourism Management) Bachelor of Business (Accounting) Bachelor of Business (Financial Management) Postgraduate Programs Master of International Tourism and Hospitality Management Master of Business Administration192 words
-
-
Page 18 Advertisements
-
Advertisement317 2017-03-06 18 Parkway College Be a Diagnostic Radiographer! Bachelor of Science (Honours) Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging University 0/ Hertfordshire I SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE* ‘Sponsorship Terms and Conditions apply Awarded by University of Hertfordshire, UK and offered in collaboration with Parkway College Recognised qualification by the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) Endorsed by Singapore317 words
-
-
Page 20 Advertisements
-
Advertisement90 2017-03-06 20 gEBEggg?, V VitaHealth FOUNDATION EORWOUR LITTLEtGROWIN G EXPLORER No matter how fussy your kids aretake Robovites kids' range supplements. F sh-i are Mil c. —w 22 Key Vitamins, Minerals Nutrients Healthy Growth Development Omega-3 DHA EPA Healthy Brain Development k Eyes Function Si mas m y Calcium with Vitamin D390 words
-
-
comment & analysis
-
Article, Illustration922 2017-03-06 21 JEAN-PIERRE LEHMANN - FLASHPOINTS, FRAGILITIES ABOUND IN THE REGION JEAN-PIERRE LEHMANN Jean-Pierre Lehmann is Emeritus Professor of International Political Economy atIMD, Switzerland, founder of the Evian Group, and Visiting Professor at Hong Kong University. EAST ASIA FORUM East Asia has amazed the world with itsEAST ASIA FORUM; PHOTO: REUTERS - 922 words
-
Article, Illustration1265 2017-03-06 22 RICHARD KUPPUSAMY - SOCIAL INCLUSION STARTS WITH EDUCATION RICHARD KUPPUSAMY Richard Kuppusamy, a member of the executive committee of the Handicaps Welfare Association, is an architectural designer who uses a wheelchair to move around as he is paralysed from the waist down due to spina bifida.TODAY FILE PHOTO - 1,265 words
-
-
Page 21 Advertisements
-
Advertisement30 2017-03-06 21 With the rapid ageing of Singapore society, developers need to think about people who acquire disabilities in later life, not just those who are born with it... RICHARD KUPPUSAMY 2230 words
-
-
Page 22 Advertisements
-
Advertisement188 2017-03-06 22 Prof Tim Boatswain Chairman, TEG Board of Directors, former Pro-Vice Chancellor of University of Huddersfield, University of Bedfordshire Education is our business where students come first. DISCOUNT for Singaporeans, PRs and Work-Pass Holders FACULTY OF POST-GRADUATE University of Sunderland University of Sunderland BTEC Approved Centre MSC BEng Diploma MSc Engineering188 words
-
Advertisement36 2017-03-06 22 y/i/M/v a rf*i-ir*ES rs j| fflSI n Position for Cabin Attendants Please apply online through the link https://www.snapats.com/jalsg/Entry/top.jsp The closing date will be 31 March 2017. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified through E-mail. JAPAN AIRLINES36 words
-
-
Page 23 Advertisements
-
Advertisement80 2017-03-06 23 MAGNETISM HELPS TO IMPROVE BLOOD CIRCULATION RELIEF MUSCLE STIFFNESS mm IT rs/ii" H LEKIBAN frmmij IQO PIPELEKIBAN ■4> 190 ——PIPELEKIBAN Contains magnets to improve blood circulation and relief muscle stiffness for any body part. 45 90 70* i 20% 1 AiM t:/777*JI/-7 PSP M AG NE LOOP 0 i-' MADE80 words
-
-
voices
-
118 2017-03-06 24 NORMAN WEE SIN CHUAN - F ROM NORMAN WEE SIN CHUAN Singapore’s water levels have not reached crisis point, but the debate on the pending price increase has been a watershed (“Price hike debate should remind S’poreans of water’s importance: PM”; March 3). As a long-term measure to save118 words
-
216 2017-03-06 24 RACHEL TAN WEE CHO - FROM RACHEL TAN WEE CHO The SkillsFuture Credit is a laudable initiative to encourage lifelong learning among Singaporeans aged 25 and above. To encourage more citizens aged 50 to 70 to use the credit, community cen- tres could consider setting up kiosks216 words
-
161 2017-03-06 24 GAN KOK TIONG - FROM GAN KOK TIONG Views on the impact of the increase in Central Provident Fund housing grants for first-time applicants for resale flats vary (“Bigger resale grant a shot in the arm for weak market: Analysts”; Feb 22). Based on161 words
-
Article88 2017-03-06 24 In “Civil Service to pilot scheme for more unpaid infant-care leave” (March 3), we reported that working parents currently enjoy 16 weeks’ maternity leave, two weeks’ paternity leave and one week each of paid childcare and infant-care leave per parent, and that both parents also enjoy two weeks of88 words
-
-
Page 24 Advertisements
-
Advertisement151 2017-03-06 24 “Stansfield has prepared me well to read LAW in LONDON through the Diploma in Law*.” X' ■+J You too can read for a Law degree or enter any recognised university without having to take your “A” levels through the CertHE in Common Law. The certificate is equivalent to the first151 words
-
Advertisement26 2017-03-06 24 LETTER EDUCATION SYSTEM MUST HELP YOUTH TO BE ADAPTABLE Visit todayonline.com/voices or download the TODAY app for the letter from Jemi Chew and Harshni Priya Venkatesan.26 words
-
Advertisement14 2017-03-06 24 •HAVEYOURSAY email your letters to voices@mediacorp.com.sg JOIN THE CONVERSATION facebook.com/todayonline READ MORE LETTERS todayonline.com/voices14 words
-
-
Page 25 Advertisements
-
Advertisement40 2017-03-06 25 HAVE A BOW-LOAD OF FUN WITH MINNIE MOUSE AND FRIENDS! AT ONLY S$8.90! (INCL. GST) Minnie Special Magazine is available at all major bookstores, convenience stores, supermarkets and leading newsstands. FREE Minnie Coin Purse! Disney Published by Mediacorp Pte Ltd40 words
-
-
world
-
news
-
Article, Illustration89 2017-03-06 26 One man died yesterday when a Nagano prefectural government rescue helicopter with nine people onboard crashed in a mountainous area in central Nagano, local authorities said. A man in his 50s, one of three people found unconscious at the scene of the crash, wasPHOTO: AP - 89 words
-
622 2017-03-06 26 AP TOKYO —Japan’s ruling party approved a change in party rules yesterday that could pave the way for Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to become the country’s longest-serving leader in the postWorld War II era. The party, holding an annual convention, rubberAP - 622 words
-
Article, Illustration444 2017-03-06 27 AGENCIES WASHINGTON —The White House budget director confirmed over the weekend that President Donald Trump’s administration will propose “fairly dramatic reductions” in the United States’ foreign aid budget later this month. “We are going to propose to reduce foreign aid andAGENCIES - 444 words
-
Article, Illustration573 2017-03-06 27 AGENCIES KUALA LUMPUR —Malaysian police have dismissed a claim made by North Korean Ri Jong-chol, previously detained over the probe into the murder of the estranged half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, that he was the victim of anAGENCIES; PHOTO: AP - 573 words
-
770 2017-03-06 28 Latest change could cause damaging standoff with one of America’s largest miners AFP JAK ARTA A controversial U-turn on mineral exports has sparked unrest in Indonesia’s key mining sector, providing a new headache for firms struggling to work in South-east Asia’s biggest economy.AFP - 770 words
-
-
sports
-
Article, Illustration961 2017-03-06 29 THE NEWYORKTIMES NAUCALPAN DE JUREZ (MEXICO) Golfers build their professional careers on the conceit that they are better than everyone else. But since 1986, only 20 players in the men’s game have been able to say, conclusively, that they are NoTHE NEWYORKTIMES; PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES - 961 words
-
-
-
Page 26 Advertisements
-
Advertisement55 2017-03-06 26 Media Research Consultants is urgently looking for the following: Telephone Interviewers Work Description: call centre in new Mediacorp campus (1 Stars Ave) no selling, strictly survey only Working hours: Mon-Fri (2pm-10pm); Sat-Sun (1pm-8pm) can commit min 4 hours each day; 3 times a week Interested party, pls sms Peter 972755 words
-
-
Page 28 Advertisements
-
Advertisement83 2017-03-06 28 How can we build and maintain a healthy and fulilling marriage when faced with work stress, family expectations and social obligations? Hear from internationally-renowned clinical psychologist, Dr Huang Wei-Jen, along with other marriage experts on how to make the commitment to say “I Still Do“ to your spouse. Join us83 words
-
-
Page 30 Miscellaneous
-
Miscellaneous993 2017-03-06 30 CHANNEL tellchannel5@mediacorp.com.sg 6.00AM The Ellen DeGeneres Show XIII (HD) 6.30 Films Stars 7.00 First Look Asia (HD) 9.00 The Dr Oz Show VII (HD) 10.00 Euromaxx (HD) 10.30 JML TV Home Shopping (Paid Presentation) 11.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show XIV (HD) (PG) 11.40 Just For Laughs Gags XV (HD) NOON993 words
-
Miscellaneous248 2017-03-06 30 Mediacorp’s latest online TV service offers entertainment, lifestyle, information and news across multiple devices. Log on to www.toggle.sg or download the Toggle App now. TOGGLE ORIGINALS Check out exclusive series produced by Toggle at home or on-the-go. FREE THE BREAKUP LIST (EP 7) (PG13-SEXUAL REFERENCES) Luke and Sarah finally go248 words
-
-
Page 31 Advertisements
-
Advertisement61 2017-03-06 31 7 c Toggle. originate) Benjamin Kheng Jannassa Neo Janice Chiang Elliot Tan C l4 \T( Love comes when you least expect it... NEW FREE EPISODES EVERY MONDAY AND FRIDAY Toggle.sg/TheBreakupList #TheBreakupList Featuring music from local talents Nathan Hartono, Shigga Shay, Take Two and more! 0 m To 99!e J V*61 words
-
-
Page 32 Advertisements
-
Advertisement35 2017-03-06 32 TODAY is published by Mediacorp Press Ltd, Caldecott Broadcast Centre, Annex Building, Level 1, Andrew Road, Singapore *****9 Tel: 6333 3888. Printed by KHL Printing Co Pte Ltd, 57, Loyang Drive, Singapore *****8. Tel: *****22235 words
-