51.   But diplomatic sources said China and Russia shot down the proposal, at least for the time being.

52.   Chairman Santo Versace shot down theories his group is seeking an alliance with another fashion group or a new financial partner.

53.   China and its supporters have shot down similar proposals raised at the last three sessions.

54.   Chanda Rubin, streaking shots down the line then attacking the net, stunned Martina Hingis with a straight-set victory in the Evert Cup quarterfinals.

55.   Canada has taken strong exception to the law, passed by Congress after Cuba shot down two civilian planes piloted by Cuban exiles living in the United States.

56.   Clark had been chasing the top spot since beginning a remarkable comeback from seven shots down during the third round.

57.   Cuba shot down two U.S. planes Saturday, presumably killed four Cuban-Americans.

58.   Diaz never led by more than one shot down the stretch.

59.   Eritrea shot down an Ethiopian helicopter gunship near a key Eritrean port on Sunday, bringing gleeful residents of the capital into the streets to cheer and dance.

60.   Eisenreich then slapped a hard shot down the third-base line.