41.   The multidistrict panel meets periodically and rules primarily on the procedures surrounding such global cases.

42.   The panels meet in secret and are supposed to reach decisions quickly without political interference, sparing investors from long, costly legal proceedings.

43.   The report, expected to be formally released after the panel meets on Thursday, was reported by Bloomberg News and other news agencies Wednesday.

44.   The panel is meeting to review the drug and vote on a recommendation to the agency regarding its approval.

45.   The panel met in secret with representatives of many interested groups.

46.   The U.S. and Japanese rate cuts will put pressure on the Bundesbank to follow suit when its top rate-setting panel meets next Thursday.

47.   The U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel is meeting to review studies of Plavix and make recommendations to the agency regarding its approval.

48.   The string attaches to a small tab that extends from a corner of the back of the envelope where the folding side and center panels meet.

49.   The zoning panel is meeting next week.