61.   In Pakistan, however, the problem persists with disturbing regularity, according to human rights activists and the doctors who treat the wounds.

62.   It even brought in a specially trained dog to detect drugs, but the drug problem persisted.

63.   It is a truism of American life that major civic problems persist until the pain spreads, however unevenly.

64.   Last month, a separate government report showed problems persisted in merchandise trade into the second quarter.

65.   Last year, high interest rates and a political crisis dampened investor interest in Colombian stocks and the same problems persist this year, the report said.

66.   LAUSD environmental assessment coordinator Bill Piazza said the district will monitor the landfill and launch an investigation if the problems persist.

67.   M.P. replaced her tank ball, but the problem persisted.

68.   Mail service has been disrupted slightly in many parts of the country, but problems persist in Washington and New York, officials said.

69.   Nevertheless, the problem persists, officials say.

70.   On Sunday, Lloyd was playing catch with teammate Jeff Nelson when he felt pain in his shoulder, and the problem has persisted...