91.   Stepped-up Middle Eastern political tension, with its implied threat to the U.S. oil supply, has dominated the skepticism recently.

92.   That would deflate trade and political tensions between the two countries.

93.   That special session, which could begin early next week, could heighten the political tensions and animosity in this divided state Capitol.

94.   Textile companies, that sell to China, reportedly have said China has increased orders for their products even though political tensions have not eased.

95.   The cardinal said after the Mass that he had weighed his words with great care, not wanting to inflame current political tensions.

96.   The area has a history of political tension and violence harking back to the days when French workmen filled the European-style apartment buildings there.

97.   The Chiapas episode is not directly related to the events here in Guerrero state, but provides a window on the increasing political tensions all across Mexico.

98.   The Cold War is over, but political tensions still will bubble beneath the surface during the Games.

99.   The dollar slipped against the mark amid concern that continued political tension in Europe will drive the German currency higher.

100.   The decline of world political tensions since the end of the Cold War has been a factor as well, experts say.