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South Sumatra faces backlash over plan to buy $37,000 pool tables for councillors - The Straits Times
South Sumatra faces backlash over plan to buy $37,000 pool tables for councillors. The Straits Times reports that the provincial administration in South Sumatra is facing criticism for its proposal to purchase pool tables worth $37,000 for the use of its councillors. The plan has drawn public ire, with many questioning the expenditure, especially in light of potential needs elsewhere.
10 Mar, 05:25 — 10 Mar, 06:49
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straits-timesMostly Factual172d ago
South Sumatra faces backlash over plan to buy $37,000 pool tables for councillors - The Straits Times
South Sumatra faces backlash over plan to buy $37,000 pool tables for councillors The Straits Times
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South Sumatra faces backlash over plan to buy US$30,000 pool tables for councillors - The Star
South Sumatra faces backlash over plan to buy US$30,000 pool tables for councillors The Star
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First report: straits-times · 10 Mar, 05:25|Full coverage: 2 · 1h|Window: 1h
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