41.   At the same time, salaries had been increased and the social conditions in the country had improved while the Lebanese pound had found strength and stability.

42.   They had said Thursday that they would give the government one week to increase their salaries, after which they would launch an indefinite strike.

43.   Under the agreement, a copy of which was shown to reporters, Tack Fat agreed to increase salaries and provide medical benefits including sick leave and maternity leave.

44.   Pittsburgh Penguins chairman Howard Baldwin says a salary cap could actually increase overall salary spending in the league.

45.   The proposed deal also includes a rookie salary cap, but it will increase average salaries over time and does away with restrictions on free agency.