NEWS ARCHIVE 2006

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Wednesday, 14th June 2006

Bandar Seri Begawan - The police have reminded football fans that illegal betting and gambling during the current World Cup season would be dealt with severely and offenders could face a fine of up to $20,000 or 12 months imprisonment. ...FULL STORY

His Majesty Hails
Reign Of Thai King

Bangkok - His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam yesterday hailed the reign of the Thai King His Majesty Bhumibol Adulyadej and his accomplishments, notably his efforts to develop Thailand that have made his people proud of their heritage and identity. ...FULL STORY

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Ambassador Virginia H Benavidez presenting the Minister of Home Affairs and spouse a gift.

Reception For Philippines 108th Independence Day
Bandar Seri Begawan - Minister of Home Affairs, Pehin Dato Awg Hj Adanan Begawan Pehin Siraja Khatib Dato Seri Setia Hj Mohd Yussof and his spouse, Datin Hjh Salmah Hj Hanafiah, attended the 108th Independence Day Reception of the Republic of Philippines as guest of honour. ...FULL STORY

Brunei CPI Remains Constant In April
Bandar Seri Begawan - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in April this year remained at the same level as the previous month with an index of 102.7, a press release issued by the Department of Statistics, Department of Economic Planning and Development, Prime Minister's Office stated.
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WORLD REPORT SPECIAL

Rove won't be charged in CIA leak case
Washington - Top White House aide Karl Rove has been told by prosecutors he won't be charged with any crimes in the investigation into the leak of a CIA officer's identity, his lawyer said Tuesday, lifting a heavy burden from one of President Bush's most trusted advisers.

SPORTS

NBT Cup 9-A-Side Champ Will Be Decided Tonight
Bandar Seri Begawan - The champion of the NBT Cup 9-aside football will be decided tonight as the tournament reaches the play-off stages, beginning with the four quarterfinal matches, at the Belapan pitch of the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium.

YOUR HEALTH

Family cat unlikely to give baby Johnny asthma
New York - Exposure during infancy to pets or airborne "allergens," such as house dust mites and Timothy weed, does not seem to increase the likelihood a child will develop airway hyperresponsiveness.

OTHER REPORTS

Crouch dance proves a two-step too far at finals
London - Gamblers in search of an oddball bet at the World Cup on Tuesday mourned the decision by lanky striker Peter Crouch to cut his cult robot dance.

Brunei's Fastest Growing Website with

Family cat unlikely to give baby Johnny asthma New York - Exposure during infancy to pets or airborne "allergens," such as house dust mites and Timothy weed, does not seem to increase the likelihood a child will develop airway hyperresponsiveness.

Family cat unlikely to give baby Johnny asthma
New York - Exposure during infancy to pets or airborne "allergens," such as house dust mites and Timothy weed, does not seem to increase the likelihood a child will develop airway hyperresponsiveness.