51.   Although APEC negotiations would be included under fast-track authority, they are widely believed to be advancing slower than the other trade deals.

52.   Although negotiations have been ongoing to release both sides from their obligations, Primedia is talking tough for now.

53.   Although the Thrashers were facing a deadline of midnight tonight to sign Kovalchuk, Grossman said negotiations were smooth.

54.   An athletic department spokesman said negotiations are ongoing.

55.   An NYU Medical Center spokeswoman says negotiations are still ongoing.

56.   And even more companies could become the subject of lawsuits if investors believe the current wave of merger negotiations have been mishandled in any way.

57.   And although contract negotiations are sometimes as topsy-turvy as a carnival ride, he could soon get his wish.

58.   And Clarke indicated Thursday that the negotiations might be difficult.

59.   And Friday it appeared that whatever sales negotiations were going on were being handled without consulting American management.

60.   And Italy called for a halt to the bombing while negotiations are under way.