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The Brazilian trial import only played 20 mins due to jet lag but showed some good touches and scored a beauty as he chested before volleying past the keeper. It is not known if he will be one of the new imports as DPMM FC is still searching for another striker. Rumours have it that one of the import players will have to give way for a striker’s position.

The Ghanian Osman Bashiru is very impressive during the friendly match. I believe he played the full game yesterday and his pace and fitness level are a huge asset to DPMM FC’s attacking line. He was one of the scorers yesterday and his work rate was superb

With Osman’s services secured as a striker/forward, the fate of other import players are still in question as DPMM FC have already signed 4 import players but still looking for a striker to support Osman. Would this mean DPMM FC would sacrifice George O’Callaghan (Dr. House look-a-like) or defender Tales Ricate Dos Santos? Or even the experience Ivan Jerkovic? We shall wait and see

Despite his height, the import player from Nigeria didn’t live up to expectations though he did score a goal. He has not got much pace and he holds the ball too long at times. I will be surprised if DPMM FC acquired his services.

Sairol was slightly injured during the friendly match but he’s slated to DPMM FC’s full back next season. His crosses and penetrating runs down the flanks will be useful for DPMM FC’s attacking momentum

I’m quite impressed with Hassanal Bolkiah Team under-21 as they are preparing themselves for the Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy in February 2012. They gave DPMM FC a good run too and they are surely no pushovers. I can’t wait to see them in action for HBT 2012.

DPMM FC players sharing a light moment and posed for the camera. Happy holiday guys and I shall be seeing more of you guys in 2012

The Middle East cuisine is back to Seasons Restaurant again! Two invited chefs are now at Seasons Restaurant to cook up a wide range of Middle East cuisine from appetizers to soup, main dishes and desserts which started from 27 December 2011 till 9th January 2012.

The food festival was launched on 27 December by the Permanent Secretary at Prime Minister’s office, Yang Mulia Dato Paduka Awang Haji Mohd Roselan Bin Haji Mohd Daud. Attending the launching ceremony were representatives from Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia to Brunei Darussalam, Standard Chartered Bank, RBC Board and Management, press and invited guests.

In the welcoming speech of RBC General Manager Haji Omar Ali bin Haji Mohd Daud expressed his gratitude to the Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Brunei Darussalam, co-business partners – Standard Chartered Bank for their great support to this food festival.

During the food festival, Buffet Lunch served from 12:00 noon to 2:00pm at $19.90 for adult and $10.00 for child. Buffet Dinner served from 7:00pm to 10:30pm at $29.90 for adult and $15.00 for child.

All dine-in customers for the food festival are entitled to win special prizes. Exclusive discounts are available for Standard Chartered Credit Card members during the promotional period, 30% Infinite & Platinum, 20% Gold and 15% Classic.

For reservations, please call 242 2291 / 242 2292.

RA Best movies of 2011

1) You’re the Apple of My Eye (Taiwan)
2) Rise of the Planets of the Apes
3) X-Men: First Class
4) Captain America: The First Avenger
5) Real Steel
6) Horrible Bosses
7) Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol
8) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
9) Fast Five
10) Super 8

Notable mentions: Thor, Tower Heist, Puss in boots, Rio, Friends with Benefits, Johnny English Reborn, Insidious, Kung Fu Panda 2, Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, Nasi Lemak 2.0, Bridesmaids.

This New Year’s Day, Marina Bay Sands is thrilled to be chosen as the venue to the largest BASE jumping attempt in Singapore. Seven professional BASE jumpers, hailing from different parts of the world, will participate in this adrenaline pumping display to welcome the New Year.

The jumpers – who have completed about 8,000 successful jumps in total – will be launching off the Observation Deck of the Sands SkyPark in quick succession, landing on the Bayfront Bridge. BASE jumping is an extreme sport activity that employs an initially packed parachute to jump from fixed objects, specifically Buildings, Antennas, Spans (bridges), and Earth (cliffs).

This not-to-be-missed event is free and open to all ages – visitors can witness this first-ever stunt from various vantage points on property including the section of Bayfront Avenue in between the hotel and The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, as well as the outdoor area located on Level 4 of the Sands Expo and Convention Center.

This BASE Jumping stunt and team is put together by Omer Mei-Dan, an orthopedic surgeon from Israel and an extreme sports enthusiast (who is also a professional BASE jumper). Omer successfully executed the world’s first climbing race on a building facade to mark Marina Bay Sands’ opening celebrations on 23 June 2010. At that time, some 21 professional climbers, representing over 10 countries, scaled the walls of the three hotel towers in the World Championship Climb to the Sands SkyPark.

“A Great Team behind a Great Brand.” The Body Shop Team (Brunei) wish to express their sincerest gratitude for all continued support year 2011. Thank you so much and rest assured they will continue to strive to give the best products and continue to embrace their core values of protecting our planet. As always, Nature’s Way to Beautiful.

Take a cue from Kool and the Gang’s classic ditty and celebrate the good times of 2011 as we move into the New Year here at The Empire Hotel & Country Club! Ring in the new year, in luxurious yet affordable style as we offer you not one but TWO choices to see the clock strike midnight; stay for 1-night from B$390 per room per night in a Deluxe E-Club room, inclusive of E-Club benefits for two person, or for just B$400 per room, choose our 2-night New Year’s Weekend Getaway package in a Superior Room including breakfast at Atrium Café.

There are also a ton of events happening around the property on New Year’s Eve such as balloon drop for restaurant diners in the Main Atrium from 11.30pm to 12.15am where up to B$3,000 worth of hotel vouchers, hidden inside the balloons, are waiting to be won! All kinds of prizes are up for grabs and all it takes is a simple ‘pop’ to try your luck. We have also local jazz talents and local DJ’s lined up to keep your ears entertained throughout the night so come on down and get in the groove!

Spaghettini’s is serving an Art Culinaire menu that will get your creative juices flowing with all that color, texture and taste! For B$95 you get to experience true culinary workmanship at its best. A smorgasbord of buffets is also available at Pantai Restaurant, Atrium Café and Li Gong, all for $95 where the likes of Oak-flavored Grilled Lamb Chops on Polenta Cake with Glazed Apricot Rosemary Jus and Apple Chutney, a Live Lobster Station, or Sautéed Crab with Ginger and Spring Onion are just a handful of tasty dishes available for New Year’s Eve.

All prices are subject to 10% Service Charge. For further details on rooms please call 2417788 or dining on 2417700. So come on down to The Empire Hotel and Country Club and celebrate the end of the good, the bad and the plain Jane moments of 2011, this 31st December!

Shaheizy Sam scored the winning goal for the Malaysian team in a 2-1 penalty shoot against the Brunei side in a friendly celebrity futsal match at the Indoor Stadium of the Hassanal Bolkiah National Sports Complex in Berakas last night.

The match had to be decided through a shoot out after the two sides were leveled with a score of 12-12 in the original minutes.

The crowds who thronged the stadium were entertained by the two sides, especially Nabil, Angah and Tauke. Present to watch the match was guest of honour Hj Rosmadee Hj Mohd Daud, Acting Deputy Director of the Department of Youth and Sports, Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports. Text by Sahrol Daud and images by Muiz Matdani of The Brunei Press.

Sometimes digging the right information is very important and the articles that has bee printed was a misrepresentation of what it should or should not have been. This was in relation to the recent news of the KK Bus accident that stole the headlines last week. However, the information that was given wasn’t correct and this has jeopardised the credibility of the company, Sunshine Borneo tours & Travel (SBT).

The owner of SBT was very unhappy of how the article was written in the Borneo Bulletin dated 21st December where the accounts were given by the Royal Brunei Police Force. SBT was happier with The Brunei Times approach as the said newspaper approached SBT for the correct information. SBT also sent information to the Brunei Press to clarify on what was written on 21st December publication was not correct. However, Borneo Bulletin still published “SBT” as the bus operator and printed it out the following day 22nd December which further damaged the reputation of SBT.

There have been complains and outrage from the public towards SBT due to the information printed on Borneo Bulletin. Hence this particular post is to help give the right information on the bus operator.

1) The Bus KJ 3067 is not owned by Sunshine Borneo tours & Travel S/B (SBT)

2) None of the personnels operating the bus are employed by SBT

3) SBT has No control of the group or their activities

4) The permit is wholly/totally sub-contracted to Syarikat Daba for the group

5) Syarikat Daba is the owner of the bus and the driver is an employee of the mentioned bus

6) The whole excursion is organised wholly between Syarikat Daba and the group

7) Syarikat Daba has full insurance for the vehicle,the driver and the passengers as been informed by their manager.