31.   The White House traditionally has taken the lead on Northern Ireland but the appointment of the former Brookings Institution scholar signals a shift in authority to the State Department.

32.   The twin signings also signal a shift in organizational philosophy, manager Davey Lopes said.

33.   Voters signal a shift to conservatism in general election.

34.   Inegi said those leaving Mexico are coming more frequently from cities, signalling a shift from the traditional flow from the countryside.

35.   And euthanasia campaigner Philip Nitschke, who spoke to the conference before the votes, said the second resolution signalled a shift in stance on euthanasia.