Police battle into Independence Square in Kiev clashes
Ukrainian riot police stormed Kiev's Independence Square as protesters fought back with clubs and helmets. Flames from burning tents and a fire in a trade union building filled the center as casualties mounted, while Western governments urged restraint and dialogue.
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Thailand unrest widens as prime minister faces charges
Bangkok clashes leave at least four dead and dozens wounded as police battle protesters in the capital. The anti corruption body filed charges against Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra over a rice subsidy scheme amid a widening political crisis. Security forces say 15 000 officers were involved in the operation dubbed Peace for Bangkok Mission as protesters threaten Defense Ministry offices.
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Minimum wage study spurs debate over jobs and poverty
A non partisan analysis argues boosting the wage to 10.10 an hour would cost about 500000 jobs while lifting hundreds of thousands from poverty by 2016. The report cites 16.5 million would gain raises and 900000 lifted from poverty, as lawmakers split on the implications.
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