1.   That is because whatever the motivations, the French mission kept thousands alive -- Hutu and Tutsi alike.

2.   Whatever the motivation, a will makes sure that you, not a probate judge, will have the last word on distributing your property after you die.

3.   Whatever the motivation, at least two companies are doing the right thing to make sure that guns can be used only by their owners.

4.   Whatever the motivation, the competition to establish leading brands is intensifying.

5.   Whatever the motivations, the Davis-Connell feud is a form of minor entertainment around the Capitol.

6.   Whatever the motivation, Bratkowski is just glad to still have Blades around.

7.   Whatever the motivation, Payton attacked on Sunday.

8.   Whatever the motivation, the change has had a pronounced effect.

9.   Whatever the motivation, his grand slam in the sixth had fans rocking and believing again.

10.   Whatever the motivation, the big winners are consumers.