11.   It was the first time authorities have admitted the criminal probe since thousands of documents were seized from the Webb County courthouse late last month.

12.   The authorities admitted they had no idea where Kopp was or whether he was even on this continent.

13.   The problem with the confession was that the authorities soon admitted that it was made by the wrong man.

14.   Yes, the authority admitted, there were hairline cracks in the western end of the southern runway.

15.   And Hong Kong authorities admit the quality of water coming from Guangdong has been deteriorating in recent years.

16.   Authorities admit frustration with the government is high among Muslims in the south, but insist there is no tension between Muslims and Buddhists.

17.   Authorities admit to a spiralling crime rate.

18.   Authorities later admitted he had been arrested by Moldovan policemen and was under arrest for alleged abuse of power.

19.   Authorities admitted failing consumers by not issuing early warnings to all residents and promised an investigation.

20.   Authorities admit they have done almost nothing to crackdown on cyberporn, including that featuring children.