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Tuesday, 2nd November 2004

Brunei’s Positive
Stand Attracts Big Canadian Bank


Canadian High Commissioner (R) present a memento to Mr Michaie Lagopoulos


Bandar Seri Begawan –
The Royal Bank of Canada has chosen Brunei over Labuan because of Brunei’s strong infrastructure, specific legislation on international offshore financial centre and a positive welcoming attitude of government officials.                                               
...FULL STORY

His Majesty Presents Prizes
To Al-Quran Winners


Bandar Seri Begawan -
His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam Sunday night consented to present prizes to the winners of the memorisation of the Holy Quran.                          
...FULL STORY


Satellite TV equipment seized at the border
 

Alleged Astro Dish Smuggler Detained
Bandar Seri Begawan -
The Royal Customs and Excise Department uncovered an illegal smuggling operation of satellite TV equipment and accessories through the Sg Tujoh Control Post on Sunday evening.                                    
...FULL STORY


 

Soft Drinks Big Hit In Brunei In As Sales Mount
Bandar Seri Begawan –
Despite the increase in variety of canned beverages, soft drinks still remains the number one seller in the country every year during the Hari Raya festivity.  
...FULL STORY
WORLD REPORT SPECIAL

Presidential election handed off to voters
Dallas -
The first presidential election since the United States plunged into its epochal war on terrorism was finally handed off to voters Tuesday.
SPORTS

Brunei To Vie At World Pool For First Time
Bandar Seri Begawan -
Brunei reached another milestone in the game of 9-ball pool when Awang Ahmad Taufiq will be representing Brunei Darussalam in the upcoming Under-18 World Junior Pool Championship in Adelaide, South Australia on November 2.
YOUR HEALTH

Optimism may make for a longer life
New York -
Older adults with a bright outlook on the future may live longer than those who take a dimmer view, a study out Monday suggests.
OTHER REPORTS

Italian woman banned from army for being too fat
Rome -
A young woman volunteer has been banned from the Italian army for being too fat, media reported.

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