Archive for February, 2010

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

GM, Ford top family cars list - San Francisco Chronicle (blog)

GM, Ford top family cars list
San Francisco Chronicle (blog)
The Chevrolet Suburban made the Top 10 Family Cars for 2010 list from the editors of the Kelley Blue Book. Here's great news for the US automakers General

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General Motors bringing 1200 workers back at Ohio Lordstown plant to make … - Los Angeles Times


USA Today
General Motors bringing 1200 workers back at Ohio Lordstown plant to make
Los Angeles Times
LORDSTOWN, Ohio (AP) — General Motors Corp. said Tuesday it is bringing 1200 autoworkers back to work this summer to start producing the Chevrolet Cruze
GM will add 1200 jobs at LordstownBoston Herald
Third shift could be a boon to local communities, business owners sayWarren Tribune Chronicle
GM to add third shift at Lordstown to build Chevrolet CruzeeGMCarTech (blog)
Webnewswire.com -Wall Street Journal -Dayton Daily News
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Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Canada plans probe into Toyota recalls: report - MarketWatch


Globe and Mail
Canada plans probe into Toyota recalls: report
MarketWatch
By MarketWatch Canada's government and the opposition party will push for an investigation by a committee of Parliament into recalls of Toyota Motor Corp.
Canada Calls for Investigation Into Toyota RecallsABC News
MP wants Toyota questionedToronto Star
Ottawa to launch investigation into Toyota recallsVancouver Sun
Times and Transcript -CBC.ca -Toronto Sun
all 189 news articles »

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Toyota knew of defects, adjudges panel - ABH News


Washington Post
Toyota knew of defects, adjudges panel
ABH News
In what was termed as a “systematic disregard of Law” by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Toyota Motor was accused of withholding
Lawmaker accuses Toyota of withholding evidenceWashington Post
Oversight chief says Toyota withheld documentsCNNMoney.com
Toyota 'deliberately withheld' evidence in safety lawsuits, House panel saysLos Angeles Times
Reuters -Boston Herald -TopNews United States
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Toyota braces for sales drop-off - Detroit Free Press


eGMCarTech (blog)
Toyota braces for sales drop-off
Detroit Free Press
Toyota's recalls crisis is expected to help drive the company's share of the US market to about 12%, its lowest level in nearly five years
Toyota's U.S. market share breaks downMarketWatch
Toyota February sales hit, rivals gain groundReuters
Edmunds Sees Toyota US Market Share At 4 1/2-Year LowWall Street Journal
Gerson Lehrman Group -eGMCarTech (blog) -CNNMoney.com
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Toyota president to brief in China on recalls-media - Reuters


The Hindu
Toyota president to brief in China on recalls-media
Reuters
TOKYO, Feb 27 (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp's (7203.T) president will hold a news conference in Beijing on Monday to explain its recent recalls,
Opportunity at Toyota; Rare Sense at SEC: Commentary ReviewBusinessWeek
Conservatives want hearings into Toyota recallsVancouver Sun
Toyota CEO's mettle tested in national spotlightGeorgetown News Graphic
Investor’s Business Daily -Times Online -Los Angeles Times
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US is cast as villain in Japan - Los Angeles Times


Los Angeles Times
US is cast as villain in Japan
Los Angeles Times
Reporting from Seoul and Los Angeles - A series of aggressive federal probes into the recalls of Toyota autos are
Toyota chief orders communication reform task forceReuters
Toyota Creates Communication Task ForceMotorTrend Magazine
Japanese editorial excerpts -3-istockAnalyst.com (press release)

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Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Honda rolls out world’s first hybrid SUV - Manila Bulletin


Peninsula On-line
Honda rolls out world's first hybrid SUV
Manila Bulletin
Japanese consumers check out Honda Motor Corps. new CR-Z Hybrid vehicle on display at the company's headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, February 25, 2010.
Honda CR-Z Priced in Japan From $25500Inside Line
Busines briefsNews Chief
Sporty CR-Z to be launched in Japanese marketTopNews

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10 former champions will battle it out in Honda Classic - TCPalm

10 former champions will battle it out in Honda Classic
TCPalm
By staff report PALM BEACH GARDENS — Last year, YE Yang made the field for The Honda Classic as the sixth alternate. This year, he returns to the PGA Tour
Ex-Masters champion Trevor Immelman, Anthony Kim join Honda Classic fieldPalm Beach Post
Getting ready for the Honda ClassicMiamiHerald.com

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Mugen Tunes the Honda CR-Z Hybrid Coupe - Nitrobahn


Boston Globe
Mugen Tunes the Honda CR-Z Hybrid Coupe
Nitrobahn
Honda's tuning arm Mugen has revamped the company's Honda CR-Z sports hybrid and released its first photos to display the 122-hp CR-Z's sporty body kit and
Honda's sleek hybrid hits roads this yearBoston Globe
Honda's sporty CR-Z hybrid going on sale in JapanBusinessWeek
Honda to unveil 3R-C solo electric three-wheeler conceptUSA Today
AutoSpies.com -EarthTechling (blog) -TopNews United States
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Kia’s Economic Stimulus Package - New York Times


ASEAN Automotive News
Kia's Economic Stimulus Package
New York Times
That describes most cars in this practical class, but the Forte butts bumpers with two of the toughest, longest-running rivals in autodom, the Honda Civic
Kia Forte 1.6 Test Drive ReviewASEAN Automotive News

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Consumer Reports gives top marks to Honda and Subaru in annual report card … - Los Angeles Times


Hybrid Cars News
Consumer Reports gives top marks to Honda and Subaru in annual report card
Los Angeles Times
By AP YONKERS, NY (AP) — Consumer Reports named Honda and Subaru best all-around vehicle makers in its annual auto issue, marking the fourth consecutive
Honda, Subaru named best all-around vehiclesmsnbc.com
Honda And Subaru Lead Consumer Reports' Honor Roll For 2010GlobalPost (blog)
Honda, Subaru tie for 1st on report cardDaily Breeze
New York Times (blog) -WCPO -MarketWatch
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Toyota owner loyalty slips - Consumer Reports - Reuters


TheCarConnection.com (blog)
Toyota owner loyalty slips - Consumer Reports
Reuters
Toyota slipped behind Honda Motor Co (7267.T) among drivers who said they would first look at their current brand, according to Consumer Reports.
Toyota buyer loyalty starting to slip in face of recallsUSA Today
Honda Fit and Toyota Prius Top New-car Best Value ListKansas City infoZine
Subaru, Honda earn top markAugusta Chronicle
CBS News (blog) -Merinews -TheCarConnection.com (blog)
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Honda’s Indiana plant shows Civic pride with milestone - USA Today


USA Today
Honda's Indiana plant shows Civic pride with milestone
USA Today
It's been less than two years, but already Honda's plant in Greensburg, Ind., has built its 100000th Civic. Amazing, if you ask us.
Honda Builds 100000th Civic at Indiana PlantAutomobile Magazine
Honda Reaches 100000-unit Milestone in Indiana with Production of Civic at HMINPR Newswire (press release)
US: Honda Indiana rolls out 100000th CivicAutomotive World

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Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Ontario invests up to $81M in Ford plant - Ottawa Citizen


CBC.ca
Ontario invests up to $81M in Ford plant
Ottawa Citizen
The Ontario government will invest up to $81 million to retain and create up to 757 jobs at Ford's Essex Engine plant in Windsor.
Province rides to aid of Ford engine plantToronto Star
Ontario to pump $81.2M into Ford plantWinnipeg Free Press
Ontario to invest $80-million in Ford plantGlobe and Mail
The Morning Journal -ABC News -Toronto Sun
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Harrison Ford finds a Hollywood ending - Aberdeen Press and Journal


The Guardian
Harrison Ford finds a Hollywood ending
Aberdeen Press and Journal
Harrison Ford and Brendan Fraser star in medical drama Extraordinary Measures. The pair tell Kate Whiting how they approached the true story of a father who
Extraordinary Measures Trailer: starring Harrison Ford, Brendan FraserFront row reviews
Extraordinary MeasuresTimes Online
Extraordinary MeasuresIrish Times
The Guardian -Asian Image
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Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Lexus and Scholastic Announce Lexus Eco Challenge #2 Winners - PR Newswire (press release)

Lexus and Scholastic Announce Lexus Eco Challenge #2 Winners
PR Newswire (press release)
In all, Lexus will award a total of $500000 in grants and scholarships throughout this year's program. All award money is shared among the students,

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Electronic Problems That Can Cause Car Troubles - ABC News

Electronic Problems That Can Cause Car Troubles
ABC News
that a car can encounter in the real world, as evidenced by the recent recall of 437000 Toyota Prius and Lexus HS 250h gas-electric hybrids.

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Geneva 2010: Lexus CT 200h - Car Throttle


AutoWeek
Geneva 2010: Lexus CT 200h
Car Throttle
The introduction in Geneva is fitting given that Lexus intends for the car to spearhead the company's efforts in the European region.
Lexus reveals CT 200h hatchback ahead of GenevaASEAN Automotive News
Lexus Reveals CT 200h Compact HybridAutomoblog.net (blog)
Lexus CT 200h premium compact hybrid set for Geneva launchGizmag
U.S. News Rankings & Reviews -Automobile Magazine -MotorCrave.com
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Toyota makes it easy for recalled-car owners - San Francisco Chronicle


New York Times (blog)
Toyota makes it easy for recalled-car owners
San Francisco Chronicle
Noah Berger / AP Californians who own Toyota and Lexus vehicles subject to recalls will be able to have the vehicles picked up at their homes,
Toyota Offers Free Transport During Recall RepairsWall Street Journal
Toyota Extends Additional Services to all U.S. Toyota and Lexus Customers PR Newswire (press release)
Toyota To Help Michigan Customers With VehiclesWWJ
Arizona Daily Star -Examiner.com -Detroit Free Press
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Lawmaker accuses Toyota of withholding evidence - Washington Post


Washington Post
Lawmaker accuses Toyota of withholding evidence
Washington Post
Also Friday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that it purchased the 2007 Lexus ES350 that took Tennessean Rhonda Smith on a six-mile,
Oversight chief says Toyota withheld documentsCNNMoney.com

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Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Mercedes-Benz F 800 Style Concept to Showcase Green Technologies - New York Times (blog)


Stuff.co.nz
Mercedes-Benz F 800 Style Concept to Showcase Green Technologies
New York Times (blog)
Would you buy a 136-horsepower Mercedes-Benz? What if it were powered by hydrogen fuel cells? Are you so committed to green-car technology
New Mercedes-Benz drives itself — even around curvesUSA Today
mercedes-benz f800Luxist (blog)
Geneva motor show: Mercedes F800 StyleAutocar
AutoGuide.com -Gas 2.0 (blog) -National Post (blog)
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Schumacher says Bahrain win for Mercedes unlikely - USA Today


The Guardian
Schumacher says Bahrain win for Mercedes unlikely
USA Today
BARCELONA, Spain — Mercedes GP is unlikely to win Formula One's season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix, according to
Mercedes unlikely to win first GP - Michael SchumacherBBC Sport
Schumacher says Mercedes are off the paceReuters South Africa
Bahrain win for Mercedes unlikely: SchumacherTimes of India
Forumula1.net (blog) -ESPN F1 -SPEEDtv.com
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Schumacher 7th but reveals there is more to come from the Mercedes team - Examiner.com


Formula 1
Schumacher 7th but reveals there is more to come from the Mercedes team
Examiner.com
Michael Schumacher took to the cockpit of the MGP W01 today in the second day of testing at Barcelona where the lap times tumbled and competition heat
Nico Rosberg Q&A: Mercedes will be even faster in BahrainFormula 1
Mercedes won't show its hand until Bahrain - Nico RosbergESPN F1
Rosberg expects big step from Mercedesautosport.com
Planet F-1.com
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All Electric Mercedes-Benz Vito to Challenge Ford Transit Connect - Inventorspot


Inventorspot
All Electric Mercedes-Benz Vito to Challenge Ford Transit Connect
Inventorspot
Mercedes plans on solving this with the production of their Vito Electric Vehicle. The delivery style van will begin with a series of 100 units,
Mercedes-Benz Showcases Battery-Powered Vito Commercial VanAutomobile Magazine
Daimler's Mercedes Targets Growth Without DiscountsBusinessWeek
Mercedes-Benz Unveils Battery-Powered Vito-based VanMotorTrend Magazine
Which? -Business Green -Transport Engineer
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New York Fashion Week: Not-so-basic black, layers for fall - San Francisco Chronicle

New York Fashion Week: Not-so-basic black, layers for fall
San Francisco Chronicle
still trying to make sense of the style salvo from nearly 200 designers who presented their collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York Feb.
The gold, silver and bronze of fashion weekSan Antonio Express

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Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Geely To Acquire Domestic Brand Alongside Volvo - Financier Worldwide

Geely To Acquire Domestic Brand Alongside Volvo
Financier Worldwide
Geely, which is close to securing a deal for Ford's Swedish brand Volvo, did not provided any financial details for the purchase of Zhongyu,
Geely to Buy Small Auto MakerWall Street Journal
Geely buys Zhongyu Special Vehicles MakerChina Car Times
Geely says to buy Chinese special vehicle makerReuters
China Economic Review -Automotive World -Alibaba News Channel
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High school parking lots: Asphalt or social hierarchy? - San Jose Mercury News

High school parking lots: Asphalt or social hierarchy?
San Jose Mercury News
The beige Volvo gets the first parking space in the lot, closest to the school buildings, while the silver mini van always pulls into the third spot in the

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Volvo deliveries decreased 8% in January 2010 - Trading Markets (press release)

Volvo deliveries decreased 8% in January 2010
Trading Markets (press release)
The Volvo Group has announced that the total deliveries of trucks from its Mack, Renault Trucks, UD Trucks, Eicher and Volvo Trucks brands decreased 8% to

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Volvo Scraps Dividend as Net Loss Widens - Wall Street Journal


AFP
Volvo Scraps Dividend as Net Loss Widens
Wall Street Journal
STOCKHOLM—AB Volvo reported a fifth consecutive quarterly net loss and scrapped its dividend but posted a rise in orders and said Friday it
Volvo's quarterly net loss widens, sales down 23%MarketWatch
Volvo boosts cash pile, eyes gradual upturn in 2010Reuters
Volvo Reports Wider Loss, Forecasts Market RecoveryBusinessWeek
AFP -Gulf Daily News -Xinhua
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Two auto businesses change hands: Capital Volvo owner acquires Land Rover … - Trading Markets (press release)

Two auto businesses change hands: Capital Volvo owner acquires Land Rover
Trading Markets (press release)
s Volvo dealership, Eric Kahn has added its Jaguar and Land Rover business. The Capital Volvo of Albany owner said Wednesday he has acquired those two
Keeler reveals why it sold Jaguar, Land Rover dealershipsAlbany Times Union

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Volvo Penta launches IPS Owners Community - Sport Fishing

Volvo Penta launches IPS Owners Community
Sport Fishing
By Volvo Penta Volvo Penta of the Americas has launched the Volvo Penta IPS Owners Community. Created just for Volvo Penta IPS owners of US and Canadian

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Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Schumacher says Bahrain win for Mercedes unlikely - USA Today


BBC Sport
Schumacher says Bahrain win for Mercedes unlikely
USA Today
BARCELONA, Spain — Mercedes GP is unlikely to win Formula One's season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix, according to
Mercedes unlikely to win first GP - Michael SchumacherBBC Sport
Schumacher says Mercedes are off the paceReuters South Africa
Bahrain win for Mercedes unlikely: SchumacherTimes of India
Examiner.com -Forumula1.net (blog) -ESPN F1
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Mercedes-Benz F 800 Style Concept to Showcase Green Technologies - New York Times (blog)


Stuff.co.nz
Mercedes-Benz F 800 Style Concept to Showcase Green Technologies
New York Times (blog)
Would you buy a 136-horsepower Mercedes-Benz? What if it were powered by hydrogen fuel cells? Are you so committed to green-car technology
New Mercedes-Benz drives itself — even around curvesUSA Today
mercedes-benz f800Luxist (blog)
Geneva motor show: Mercedes F800 StyleAutocar
AutoGuide.com -DriveArabia.com News & Views (blog) -Gas 2.0 (blog)
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Mercedes SLS, The New F1 Safety Car In 2010 – Who Wants A SLS With Emergency … - Mibz (blog)


Mibz (blog)
Mercedes SLS, The New F1 Safety Car In 2010 – Who Wants A SLS With Emergency
Mibz (blog)
On the F1 circuits, where the star of Mercedes SLS will play the role of the Safety Car. The new Mercedes SLS will replace the SL 63 AMG from its Safety Car
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Is New F1 Safety CarInside Line
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG to Pace Formula 1 RacesAutomobile Magazine
Mercedes unveils new gull-wing safety carESPN F1
Wired (blog) -girlracer -Motorsport.com
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New York Fashion Week: Not-so-basic black, layers for fall - San Francisco Chronicle

New York Fashion Week: Not-so-basic black, layers for fall
San Francisco Chronicle
still trying to make sense of the style salvo from nearly 200 designers who presented their collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York Feb.
The gold, silver and bronze of fashion weekSan Antonio Express

all 2 news articles »

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All Electric Mercedes-Benz Vito to Challenge Ford Transit Connect - Inventorspot


Inventorspot
All Electric Mercedes-Benz Vito to Challenge Ford Transit Connect
Inventorspot
Mercedes plans on solving this with the production of their Vito Electric Vehicle. The delivery style van will begin with a series of 100 units,
Mercedes-Benz Showcases Battery-Powered Vito Commercial VanAutomobile Magazine
Daimler's Mercedes Targets Growth Without DiscountsBusinessWeek
Mercedes-Benz Unveils Battery-Powered Vito-based VanMotorTrend Magazine
Which? -Business Green -Transport Engineer
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Diesel Hybrid Coming From Mercedes - Wired (blog)


AutoSpies.com
Diesel Hybrid Coming From Mercedes
Wired (blog)
Mercedes-Benz, which knows a thing or two about making very nice diesels, is applying that expertise to a hybrid said to get 56 mpg.
Mercedes-Benz confirms the launch of its first diesel-electric hybrid later AutoSpies.com
Mercedes-Benz confirms E300 BlueTec diesel hybridEcofriend (blog)
Merc's diesel hybrid E-class planAutocar

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Nico Rosberg Q&A: Mercedes will be even faster in Bahrain - Formula 1


Formula 1
Nico Rosberg Q&A: Mercedes will be even faster in Bahrain
Formula 1
On the opening day of this week's test at Barcelona's Circuit de Catalunya, Mercedes GP's Nico Rosberg was one of the busiest drivers in action.
Mercedes won't show its hand until Bahrain - Nico RosbergESPN F1
Rosberg expects big step from Mercedesautosport.com
First Barca update: Rosberg sits topPlanet F-1.com
Examiner.com
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ATP Receives Boost From a Beer Sponsor - New York Times


Earthtimes (press release)
ATP Receives Boost From a Beer Sponsor
New York Times
Adam Helfant, the executive chairman and president of the ATP, took over in January 2009, just after the Mercedes deal expired.
Corona near deal as ATP top sponsorSports Business Journal (subscription)

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Hulkenberg edges 3 F1 champions to lead test - USA Today


AFP
Hulkenberg edges 3 F1 champions to lead test
USA Today
Michael Schumacher and Mercedes wish they could get a few positive vibes themselves. Hulkenberg set a best time of 1 minute, 20.614 seconds to edge two-time
FORMULA ONE NEWSSportinglife.com
Q & A with Fernando Alonsoautosport.com
Barca update: Alonso blitzes previous bestPlanet-F1
AFP -TSN -AutoWeek
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Saturday, February 27th, 2010

2010 Las Vegas: NASCAR Sprint Cup Practice 1 Results - Montoya, Chevrolet Fastest - PaddockTalk

2010 Las Vegas: NASCAR Sprint Cup Practice 1 Results - Montoya, Chevrolet Fastest
PaddockTalk
42 Target Chevrolet with a lap of 29.006 seconds/ 186.168 mph. Montoya continues to search for his first NASCAR win on an oval. Former IndyCar driver Sam

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Friday, February 26th, 2010

Volvo 780 - NetCarShow.com

Volvo 780
NetCarShow.com
In March 1985, Volvo Car Corporation showed the result of yet another cooperation in the field of luxury between Sweden and Italy, the Volvo 780,
Volvo breaks out of the boring box by putting consumers in front of the carSydney Morning Herald

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