21.   Responding to the heightened interest, NASA provided live television coverage and running commentary during the countdown.

22.   The creative resurgence here comes at a time of heightened interest abroad in Haitian music.

23.   The deal reflects the heightened interest of national companies in tailoring the on-line medium to local news and tapping into lucrative local advertising.

24.   The heightened interest in Coke Enterprises can be attributed to several factors besides concern about of the Asian crisis and management savvy.

25.   The heightened interest by development companies in converting old downtown buildings to residential use is having the effect of raising the prices of these buildings, brokers report.

26.   The heightened interest in the Ryder Cup may be linked to the unique team spirit expressed by the normally stoic players.

27.   The heightened interest in cut-up vegetables coincides with consumer perception of fresh vegetables as better tasting.

28.   The KU-MRI collaboration is occurring amid heightened interest in research and joint research projects in the Kansas City area.

29.   The initial press run will probably be increased due to the heightened interest, Strothman said.

30.   The heightened interest also is a plus for banks, which are ready to lend money.