Millions of Afghans vote in crunch run-off poll

June 14 BBC

Afghans are voting in run-off polls that will determine who will succeed President Hamid Karzai. The choice is between former Foreign Minister Abdullah Abdullah and ex-World Bank economist Ashraf Ghani.It should be the first time that power in Afghanistan has been democratically transferred.

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Taj Mahal: mud-pack treatment for pollution stains

June 14 BBC

India's iconic Taj Mahal monument is to be given a mud-pack to remove yellow pollution stains, archaeologists say. The treatment is hoped to restore the natural sheen and colour of the white marble monument.

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Thai junta lifts nationwide curfew

June 14 SMH.com

Thailand's military government have lifted the night-time curfew imposed after their military coup three weeks ago, to the relief of World Cup fans and the struggling tourism industry.

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