71.   Jordanian officials said al-Hajou assumed his duties in Jordan three years ago.

72.   Mariano Rivera, assuming closer duties for now while John Wetteland nurses a pulled groin, pitched two innings for his fourth save.

73.   No replacement was named, and Belichick and offensive coordinator Charlie Weis, a close friend, assumed his duties.

74.   Novi List said the mayor-elect, Goran Granic, tried to assume his duties on Tuesday.

75.   Sahagun announced that she would step down as spokeswoman and assume the duties of first lady.

76.   So far, Kozak has not obtained a meeting with Lukashenko, and it is unclear when he officially will be able to assume his duties.

77.   The Arabic-language newspaper al-Aswaq said he will assume his duties Saturday.

78.   The display of Bosnian insignia and an attempt by Bosnian officials to assume municipal duties beyond the police force also angered the architects of the transfer.

79.   The new archbishop assumes his duties Sunday before an afternoon prayer service.

80.   The new Cabinet members are expected to officially assume their duties Monday after taking an oath before the king.