21.   But despite his pledges and apologies, it was clear that divisions remained over the investigation and its consequences.

22.   But Israeli and Palestinian officials dampened expectations, saying fundamental differences remained over Palestinian demands that an international commission probe the recent violence.

23.   But shortly before the deadline, a raft of differences remained over pay, subcontracting, safety and other issues.

24.   But some difficult questions remain over the scope of the test ban, since nuclear powers would like to retain the right to carry out laboratory testing.

25.   But questions remain over just how risky and forceful a role he is willing to play.

26.   But the real excitement remains over the mere presence of Jiang.

27.   But this year, if a cloud remains over certification of the Florida electors, House or Senate members of Congress might issue such a challenge.

28.   But while his refreshing talk of change has stirred unaccustomed interest in politics in Japan, disagreement remains over whether he can bring about anything more than superficial change.

29.   But within the White House, deep divisions remain over how to proceed.

30.   By Wednesday night only clouds and a few flurries will remain over most of the Northeast.