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Sunday, 26th December 2004

Foreign Workers In
Brunei Well-Protected
For First Time


Awang Haji Omar bin Haji Abdul Rahman


Bandar Seri Begawan –
For the first time, foreign workers are getting the upper hand in their employment in the Sultanate as recruitment agencies are now held responsible for their protection and welfare.   
...FULL STORY

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Despite Warning, Shops Still
Selling Poisonous Medicines


Bandar Seri Begawan -
Stern warning from the Ministry of Health against the use of several traditional medicines found to contain poisonous substances has fallen to deaf ears. Many shops in the capital are still displaying them for sale.                
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Two Foreigners And Four Teenagers Nabbed In Belait Raid
Kuala Belait –
Two foreign nationals were issued special passes after they failed to produce proper travel documents during a raid at business premises last night.                                     
 ...FULL STORY
Related Story - Youths Held For Drugs In KB Raid
 


 

Sultanate Ready To Adopt Next Development Plan
Bandar Seri Begawan –
The countdown for Brunei's 8th National Development Plan is on. Five more days and the Sultanate will again embark on a new programme to see it through for the next five years.                                           
...FULL STORY
WORLD REPORT SPECIAL

Hamas scores successes in Palestinian poll
Ramalla - According to preliminary results obtained Friday, Hamas movement has made a surprisingly strong showing at Palestinian local elections in the West Bank.
SPORTS

Oz looking to 300th win, Pakistan to regain honour
Australia - Australia will start their bid for a 300th test win when they take on Pakistan on Sunday.
YOUR HEALTH

Treating Childhood Anxiety Prevents Adult Disorders
New York - Panic disorders, phobias and other childhood anxiety conditions should be treated during childhood so that they won't be carried over into adulthood.
OTHER REPORTS

In Greenland, a lack of money means Santa can't reply to kids' letters
Denmark - It's hardly the most wonderful time of the year for Santa and his helpers in Greenland.

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