1.   This active search for alternatives may include attempts to convert the threat into a challenge that promises growth and achievement.

2.   BDO said the case was the result of an isolated error and would not affect its future, including its attempts to hire former Andersen auditors.

3.   Branson is perhaps best known for outlandish publicity stunts, including failed attempts to circle the globe in a Virgin-branded hot-air balloon.

4.   But on Monday, asked by the judge if their case included attempts by Lindh to kill Spann and other Americans, the prosecutors said no.

5.   For Singapore Airlines, the investment represents the end of a long search to expand its route network, which included failed attempts to buy into four other carriers.

6.   Fusco has also represented board members in private matters, including their attempt to wrest control of the board from Crew.

7.   He thanked Breitling, a Swiss manufacturer of watches, for its support over the last five years, which included three attempts to circle the world.

8.   It included an attempt by an unnamed Persian Gulf region country to deposit millions of dollars in counterfeit money in a Swiss account, he said.

9.   It includes attempts to repeal the gun control law, student loan reforms, his national service program and the ban on assault weapons.

10.   It leaves Delta mulling its options, which include another attempt to merge with Continental.