The announcement that short-term Japanese interest rates would be cut soon provided some temporary cheer.

A separate announcement after the market closed yesterday provided little encouragement for the chip sector.

The American announcement at least provided some clarity, and sends a message to potential adversaries.

The two officials said the announcement would provide a psychological comfort level to residents worried about the next storm.

"This announcement provides more tangible evidence that they are a little bit more determined on costs."

The announcement has provided the area with sorely needed good news.

For example, during a period in which the king was quite ill, the Bureau's official announcements provided information about the monarch's condition.

The low-key manner in which she made the announcement provided a preview of what is likely to be a campaign played without a rule book.

The announcement also provided a glimpse into the discussions surrounding the bishops' decision.

But the announcement at long last did provide some clues into what ails Oxford.