The heat is on
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Organizers of the Commonwealth Games in Malaysia in 1998 are experiencing major difficulties such as the Asian currency turmoil, drought from El Nino, low interest in games, and the heat and humidity. They hope that interest in the games will rise, but so far only 6% of the 1.2 mil tickets have been sold. Organizers are concerned that the weather will adversely affect the lawn bowls.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1998
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From bank teller to truth teller
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Brenda Blethyn, an actress in Mike Leigh's 1996 film 'Secrets and Lies,' is often mistaken for the character of Cynthia. Blethyn has had a long career in television and theater. She has been intrigued by the characters many movie scripts offer. Among her challenges is understanding the remoteness of the character of Ida in a James Bogle production.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1998
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