41.   There were rumours that the Englishman had been the victim of foul play.

42.   But all the rumours were not to expect anything much beyond the usual fiscal rectitude and tightfisted expenditures, and the typically vastly underestimated surplus.

43.   But Mr Cheng said the rumours were groundless.

44.   In the past fortnight there were market rumours that Cheerful was suffering cash-flow problems caused by a jump in client defaults.

45.   Meanwhile, Bank Negara concur that the rumours were baseless.

46.   Now there is a rumour circulating around town - our town - that the water is being rationed in anticipation of the Commonwealth Games in September.

47.   Rumours are rife that someone is out to start another civil war.

48.   Previously, there was a rumour that a prolonged air-traffic rights dispute could fray bilateral ties between both countries.

49.   Recently, there were rumours that Business Focus was in financial trouble with a high ratio of debts with local banks.

50.   Rumours are still rife, though, about the howthe worst will come after the festive period.