Between now and July, the speculation will reach a fever pitch.

FORBES: Magazine Article

Speculation about the veep stakes has reached a fever pitch in Washington.

NPR: Speculation Builds On McCain's, Obama's VP Picks

Speculation rose every time she canceled a public event because of a fever or a cold.

CNN: AN HEIR OF CHANGE IN JAPAN

Speculation about Mitsubishi's troubles and the likely solutions have reached fever pitch in the Japanese press over the last week.

BBC: Chief executive Rolf Eckrodt is taking charge of sales