1.   A gently sloping bank led down to the stream.

2.   Argentine shares fell for a second day, led by banks, as investors sold off financial shares to free up funds for two bank share sales.

3.   Argentine stocks fell for a second day, led by banks after two securities firms cut their ratings on Banco Frances del Rio de la Plata.

4.   Argentine stocks fell for a second day, led by banks which fell after two securities firms cut their ratings on Banco Frances del Rio de la Plata.

5.   Australian stocks rose, led by banks, as investors sought the safety of companies with strong earnings growth to protect against the effects of economic turmoil in Asia.

6.   Australian stocks rose, led by banks, such as Westpac Banking Corp., amid optimism they are the most likely to deliver continued earnings growth.

7.   AUSTRALIAN stocks rose, led by banks such as Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Ltd., in reaction to falling bond yields and a surge in overseas markets.

8.   AUSTRALIAN stocks rose, led by banks such as National Australia Bank Ltd. and insurers, in line with falling bond yields and a gain in U.S. equities.

9.   Australian stocks rose, led by banks, as U.S. stocks ended a four-day drop tied to concern about faltering economies in Asia.

10.   Australian stocks fell, led by banks such as Commonwealth Bank of Australia, after breaking records for six straight days.