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...added another under a minute later to take the lead for the first time in the match. In a period characterized by flying pucks and broken hockey sticks, it was fitting that the period should close with a five-minute penalty on Fighting Sioux forward Chris VandeVelde for major game misconduct and hitting from behind. Despite holding a 14-8 advantage in shots during the first frame, the UND defense held strong by blocking shot after shot, and Harvard was unable to find the back of the net again that period.“They did a good job leveling...
...investigation into the death of Jdimytai Damour, 34, is ongoing, and now that the lawsuits have begun (Damour's family has sued Wal-Mart, Green Acres Mall and other companies connected to the event), the major players have gone dark. The family's attorney, Jordan Hecht, did not return a call requesting comment, and a Wal-Mart spokesperson said he could not elaborate beyond the vague statements the company has already made...
...After all, Japan's own big three - Toyota, Honda and Nissan - have battled for decades to surpass once mighty GM, Ford and Chrysler. Now it would appear victory is at hand. Even if lawmakers bail out all three, the U.S. companies will require major restructuring that will leave them smaller and weaker, making it easier for their Asian rivals to gain market share both in the U.S. and globally. (See the 50 worst cars of all time...
...factories operated by Toyota, Honda and Nissan in the U.S. Vehicles built on American soil accounted for 63% of Japan's total U.S. sales in 2007, according to the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association. A sudden parts shortage could force companies to shut down some of those assembly lines, generating major losses...
...addition, the loss of hundreds of thousands of jobs due to the disappearance of a major manufacturer - not to mention the blow that would be dealt to U.S. consumer confidence by the bankruptcy of an iconic brand - would mean even fewer cars sold. That would take another bite out of consumer finance receivables, the biggest asset on carmakers' books. So even though Japan would almost automatically gain market share if a U.S. carmaker went under, any gains would be outweighed by the negative impacts. "In this environment, gaining market share is not a good strategy," says Yoshida...