1.  Analysts said an approval for the leprosy-related erythema -- or rash -- would open only a small market.

2.  Another local analyst said cabinet approval of the Telecom Act and first quarter earnings of the communication sector were short-term positive factors which supported the market gains.

3.  Olmert has said final approval of that plan and other Jewish construction projects in east Jerusalem would be forthcoming soon.

4.  The economic daily said approval of the project -- which Japan hopes will lead to the establishment of a moon base -- will come from the Space Activities Commission.