31.   And economic activity still continues to be bright in the plantation sector.

32.   Beatings of people accused of dealing drugs and other criminal activities have continued since the cease-fire.

33.   British consumers remain fairly confident, suggesting that retail activity will continue to sustain the economy, the study said.

34.   Despite the possibility of a clash, activity continued along the road, with some people going to work.

35.   Diplomatic and trade activities would continue.

36.   Demand for consumer loans eased slightly, but mortgage activity continued to be strong.

37.   Disaster officials warn that volcanic activity could continue for months.

38.   Economic activity will continue to flourish in the United Arab Emirates despite falling oil prices, the U.A.E. Union of Contractors predicted Tuesday.

39.   Energy activity continues to accelerate.

40.   Energy activity continued to benefit from high oil and natural gas prices.