61.   Traders started off the week on an optimistic note after companies posted positive third quarter reports.

62.   US Secretary of State Warren Christopher launched a new Middle East peace shuttle on an optimistic note Thursday saying he was encouraged by progress between Israel and Syria.

63.   Malaysian brokers, however, sounded a more optimistic note.

64.   On more optimistic note, Tunisia did create many chances, for Romario lookalike Abdelkader Ben Hassen, which augurs well for their final two group matches.