But now those side effects have apparently been replaced by something else: rapid weight gain, even in the first week of taking the drugs.

VOA: standard.2010.07.08

But the starting point was so high that even now the problem remains widespread.

VOA: standard.2010.07.28

But the president has run into stiff opposition from conservative Republicans, and even moderate Democrats now believe it is likely that the president will have to settle for a compromise bill that is sure to disappoint his liberal supporters.

VOA: standard.2009.09.28

But for now at least those days seem over. With Ankara working hard to improve relations with Syria,Iraq and even the prime minister's visit to Tehran, few people see little chance of a renewal of that alliance anytime soon.

VOA: standard.2009.10.27