21.   The rally passed off peacefully amid tight security, with police also posted on rooftops around the venue, witnesses said.

22.   The voting, for a new mayor and municipal authorities passed off peacefully Sunday in the divided city.

23.   Police said dim light in the arcade may have helped the man pass off the forgery which used pictures of the new euro bills printed in the newspapers.

24.   Share prices are seen surging next week as investors return after a potential showdown over a disputed religious site passed off peacefully, dealers said.

25.   The election passed off smoothly in most other areas, officials said.