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that's precisely his question I guess; can you do this in HTML5 and CSS without resorting to javascript hacks?

Right, im looking for a pure HTML 5 + CSS solution. Just like it is in quirks mode.

IMO, the use of <table> should be avoided in a solution, tables are not intended for page layout.

I just need this layout. With or without a table. As long as it looks and behaves the same.