71.  After a series of recent attacks on Jewish targets in France, fears were initially raised that the fire might have been linked to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

72.  Additionally, concerns have been raised that renewed partisan bickering could sidetrack efforts to win backing from both Democrats and Republicans.

73.  Concerns have been raised that Central Asian states have used the US-led offensive to justify crackdowns against domestic opposition to their regimes.

74.  Complaints have been raised that a large number of voters have registered more than once.

75.  Fears have also been raised that the rise in water level will almost completely submerge the picturesque Three Gorges, through which millions of tourists pass every year.

76.  Figures for British retails sales in March were weaker than had been expected and this raised some thoughts that interest rates here might be eased.

77.  Fears have also been raised that the rise in water level will almost completely submerge the picturesque gorges, through which millions of tourists pass every year.