21.   The move sparked speculation a new Juppe government will be tougher in pushing through cuts in spending, and trimming the public spending deficit.

22.   The move sparked speculation it may be more willing to raise rates again to defend the dollar and ward off inflation.

23.   The move has sparked an unusual legal battle -- one that legal experts say may help define just how far a government can go to preserve local jobs.

24.   The move has sparked high-level concern in Western capitals of a possible confrontation between NATO and Russian troops.

25.   The move sparked concern about an oversupply of bonds.

26.   The move sparked speculation it may be more willing to raise rates again in the coming months to defend the dollar and ward off inflation.

27.   The move sparked speculation that marriages between other Baby Bell might be in the offing.

28.   The move sparked student demonstrations in Quito and other cities, leading to clashes with police.

29.   The move sparked talk more British banks and insurers are poised to join forces.

30.   The move sparked talk more British banks and insurers are poised to merge.