Problem: Wwo sentences:
Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court had no jurisdiction over those crimes .
Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court hearing Mr Samudra 's case did not have jurisdiction over those crimes .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: yes

Problem: Wwo sentences:
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced Tuesdays ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to help .
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: yes

Problem: Wwo sentences:
On Thursday , authorities evacuated residents who live in the canyon and closed off the road leading there .
Authorities evacuated residents and closed off the road leading to Waterman Canyon .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: yes

Problem: Wwo sentences:
" Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Mr. Heyer said .
In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer:
yes