Thai opposition rejects PM's national unity offer

THAILAND'S main opposition parties rejected on Monday an offer from Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to form a government of national unity after April 2 elections to end a protracted political deadlock.

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Clashes, tight security mark B'desh Independence Day celebrations

NINETEEN people were injured in clashes between political parties as Bangladesh marked its 35th Independence Day anniversary under tight security for fear of Islamic militant attacks.

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World's tallest tower looms in Tokyo

PLANS are underway to build the world's tallest tower in Tokyo, about 600 meters (1,970 feet) high, in a derelict railway yard, press reports said at the weekend.

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