1. States that keep monthly figures said 2017 is continuing the trend, up 3 percent over 2016.

2. In the third quarter, net income from continuing operations grew 20% to €337m, while sales grew 13%.

3. He said the company was continuing research to make a better ball.

4. We are continuing to see strong growth across all those sectors.

5. I did it by continuing to try things in different ways.

6. He said the company was continuing to update the system to address problems.

7. He says clashes at the command are continuing but are about to come to an end.

8. We are committed to continuing to work closely with industry to get this right.

9. The company is continuing to investigate the problem with the drones.

10. The talks are continuing and may not result in a transaction.

11. The statement from prosecutors said the investigation is continuing actively day and night.

12. Police say they are continuing investigations into the five other alleged attackers.

13. Police say investigations are continuing into the identity of the third attacker.

14. We look forward to continuing to serve with him on the board.

15. Apple said it is continuing to work with law enforcement to help identify the hackers involved.