2012年4月19日星期四

International Properties Investing

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2012年4月17日星期二

Pictures of the Day: Rashad Evans and famous people

As Rashad Evans trained for this Saturday's title bout with Jon Jones, something about his camp attracted famous people.
Rashad Evans shared this picture of when football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin dropped by their camp. Do you think they're discussing the draft position of Chandler Jones?

During a trip to Puerto Rico, Evans met up with boxing legend Felix Trinidad. It was pretty rude to punch the camera, gentlemen.

Here, Evans is with Victoria Azarenka, the No. 1 ranked tennis player in the world and the winner of the 2012 Australian Open. As shown on "Primetime," he also was in the stands for one of her matches.
Before Evans' UFC 133 bout with Tito Ortiz, he picked up striking tips from another boxing legend. What advice do you thin Bernard Hopkins had for Evans?

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Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/pictures-day-rashad-evans-famous-people-122647607.html

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Rosberg wins Chinese GP for 1st career F1 victory

Source: http://www.newsobserver.com/2012/04/15/2002628/rosberg-wins-chinese-gp-for-1st.html

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PATRICK HEAD STEPS DOWN FROM THE BOARD OF WILLIAMS GRAND PRIX HOLDINGS PLC

WILLIAMS GRAND PRIX HOLDINGS PLC Grove, UK. 31 December 2011 Williams Grand Prix Holdings PLC (Ticker: WGF1) today confirms that Director of Engineering Patrick Head will step down from its Board of Directors with immediate effect....

Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2011/12/patrick_head_steps_down_f.php

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Boxing Day 2011

Source: http://nedsurfshots.blogspot.com/2011/12/boxing-day-2011.html

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2012年4月16日星期一

2012 NASCAR Race #7 Results, Texas ? Biffle Wins

RACE RESULTS 1. (3) Greg Biffle, Ford, 334, $540,850. 2. (10) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 334, $361,501. 3. (4) Mark Martin, Toyota, 334, $232,690. 4. (34) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 334, $250,401. 5. (2) Matt Kenseth, Ford, 334, $212,901. 6. (1) Martin Truex, Jr., Toyota, 334, $190,904. 7. (5) Kasey Kahne, Chevrolet, 334, $148,565. 8. (20) Carl [...]

Source: http://thefinallap.com/2012/04/15/2012-nascar-race-7-results-texas-biffle-wins/

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Strikeforce Weigh Ins Overeem Werdum Barnett Rogers Griggs Noons Masvidal - Strikeforce

SHOWTIME Sports presents the official weigh-in for the Strikeforce World Grand Prix Heavyweight Tournment. Check out all ten fiighters on the super-sized June 18th fight card: Chad Griggs, Valentijn Overeem, Daniel Cormier, Jeff Monson, KJ Noons, and Jorge Masvidal. Plus headliners Brett Rogers, Josh Barnett, Alistair Overeem, and Fabricio Werdum.

Source: http://mmalice.com/strikeforce/strikeforce-weigh-ins-overeem-werdum-barnett-rogers-griggs-noons-masvidal-video_ef4f0192c.html

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Is Jon Jones what ?Greatness Is??

In hyping up the UFC 145 championship bout between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans, the UFC has started a campaign called, "Greatness Is." You may have seen their ad with Evans talking about why he pushes himself to fight. Now, they released this video of Jones showing what greatness is.

Note: Lyoto Machida and Quinton Jackson both defended the light heavyweight belt since Chuck Liddell. Nonetheless, Jones' quick ascent to the top of the 205-lb. heap has been impressive. Will Evans stop him on Apr. 21? Tell us in the comments, on Facebook or on Twitter.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/jon-jones-greatness-185331160.html

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Jon Jones is the next Muhammad Ali? UFC Magazine thinks so

For the latest edition of UFC Magazine, UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones was posed underwater in his fighting stance. The picture pays homage to a famous picture of Muhammad Ali.

Though it may seem early in Jones' MMA career to make comparisons to Ali, it's not too early for this picture. Flip Schulke took this iconic picture of Ali in 1961. It was just a year after Ali, still called Cassius Clay, won Olympic gold in Rome. He was a young man who was astonishing the boxing world with his power, speed and footwork. At the time, he was like no other boxer. In the early 60s, he won 19 straight bouts and seemed invincible. Does that remind you of anyone?

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/jon-jones-next-muhammad-ali-ufc-magazine-thinks-200945011.html

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Brawn says tyres were key to victory

Ross Brawn believes that his team getting its tyres into the 'sweet spot' of performance was key to Nico Rosberg delivering his maiden victory for Mercedes in China.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/formula-one-news/f1-formula-one-news/brawn-says-tyres-were-key-to-victory

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Official: Alessi Fiberglass brings the AR-1 supercar to market... 33 years later

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Automakers aren't the only ones who produce concept cars. So do design studios, contract manufacturers, racing teams and even component suppliers. Case in point: Alessi Fiberglass. Back in 1979, the company displayed a supercar concept called the AR-1 at the New York Auto Show. The idea, it would seem, was to show off what they could do with fiberglass. Nobody ever expected they'd build it. And they didn't. At least, not until now.

33 years later, Alessi has resurrected the AR-1, modernized it, and brought it to market. In place of the original show car's Buick V6 is a mid-mounted, supercharged a 6.2-liter Corvette V8 making up to 600 horsepower. Not enough? Alessi also offers a twin-turbo version with 750 horsepower on tap.

The AR-1's steel frame is covered with, of course, fiberglass bodywork. Pricing has not been revealed, and Alessi says it will build no more than 50 examples. In addition to the attached photo gallery, you can take a closer look in the video clip posted after the jump.

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Marinescu takes Silverstone F2 pole

Mihai Marinescu took a dominant pole position for Sunday's second race of the Formula 2 Championship at Silverstone. In cool conditions, the Romanian set the pole time with four minutes remaining, his 1m46.734s standing as the fastest F2 lap of the weekend so far.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/real-world-racing/3rdparty/marinescu-takes-silverstone-f2-pole

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Weekend warriors: Amoussou, Rickels stand out at Bellator and Iaquinta wins on TUF

Join Cagewriter for a look around the MMA world's weekend happenings.

Amoussou, Rickels shine at Bellator

Karl Amoussou moved on to the Bellator welterweight semifinals with a rear naked choke just two minutes into his bout with Chris Lozano. David Rickels wasted no time, knocking out Jordan Smith in just 22 seconds. Ben Saunders tried every submission in the book, but couldn't finish Raul Amaya on the way to a unanimous decision win. Bryan Baker, who was once a finalist in the Bellator middleweight tournament, won a less-than-thrilling split decision over Carlos Pereira.

Al Iaquinta stops Team Cruz

On "The Ultimate Fighter," Team Faber was in desperate need of a win. It came in the form of a three-round split-decision win over Myles Jury. Both Jury and Iaquinta were supposed to appear on earlier seasons of TUF, but injuries kept them off the show.

In their bout, Jury started strong with kicks in the first round. He tried for a choke late in the round, but couldn't secure it. Iaquinta pressed forward in several exchanges as he took a close second round. Since they were tied after two, Iaquinta and Jury went to a third round. Iaquinta came on strong in the third round, swarming Jury with strikes as he pushed ahead to win the final round.

With that, Team Faber won their first bout of the season and the next fight pick. On Friday, Michael Chiesa will represent Team Faber against Jeremy Larsen of Team Cruz.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/weekend-warriors-amoussou-rickels-stand-bellator-iaquinta-wins-020458787.html

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2012年4月15日星期日

Picture of the day: How Bellator champ Pat Curran pumps his gas

Pat Curran recently won the Bellator featherweight belt from Joe Warren. Proud to own that belt, Curran decided to wear it when even doing the most mundane tasks.

If you had a championship belt to wear, where would you wear it? Tell us in the comments, on Facebook or on Twitter.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/picture-day-bellator-champ-pat-curran-pumps-gas-115200618.html

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Frank Shamrock, braceless, is your picture of the day

Brace yourselves. MMA legend and Strikeforce commentator Frank Shamrock has worn braces on his teeth for pretty much ever. They were a familiar sight to fight fans, as was the question, "When will Shamrock get those braces off?" The answer to that question is April 12, 2012.

Do you even recognize him?

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/frank-shamrock-braceless-picture-day-124959237.html

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Picture of the day: UFC 146 heavyweights gather for drug tests

Six fighters from the all-heavyweight main card of UFC 146 gathered in Las Vegas for a press conference on Tuesday. According to HD Net's Ron Kruck, the Nevada Athletic Commission took advantage of all six being in town by stopping them for a pre-fight drug test.

Roy Nelson (right), who will fight Antonio Silva (left) had a picture snapped with his opponent and heavyweight champ Junior dos Santos as they waited for, as Nelson put it, "results from our pee tests." Dos Santos will fight Alistair Overeem to defend his belt for the first time since winning it from Cain Velasquez.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/picture-day-ufc-146-heavyweights-gather-drug-tests-210215642.html

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Rashad Evans? mother gives sage advice about his UFC 145 bout with Jon Jones

Before Rashad Evans fights, his mother always gives him advice. He shared her latest wisdom with UFC cameras.

Shirley Ann Evans told Cagewriter in 2010 her son laughed off much of what she told him about his bout with Lyoto Machida, so he listened when she spoke up about Quinton Jackson.

"The last fight with Machida, the one he lost? I had warned him. I said, 'Rashad, Machida feels that if he has your mind he can win the fight.' Rashad thought that was so funny. I said he feels like he can conquer your spirit, and Rashad thought that was funny. I said it's a mental fight, and he thought I was so funny, and then he lost. And I look up, and he's telling someone on national TV, my mother warned me about the fight. I told him, Rashad, [Jackson's] coming to knock you the hell out. He's not playing with you. Look for every opportunity you can to give that to him. He wasn't laughing this time!"

When Evans listens to his mother, he wins. Do you think he'll be following her advice next Saturday?

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/rashad-evans-mother-gives-sage-advice-ufc-145-124827020.html

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Nick Diaz Responds to Being Cut from UFC 137 - Nick Diaz

 

Source: http://mmalice.com/nick-diaz/nick-diaz-responds-to-being-cut-from-ufc-137-video_f01d81adb.html

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Hamilton takes pole position for F1 Malaysian GP (PA SportsTicker)

By CHRIS LINES AP Auto Racing Writer

Source: http://www.nascarracinglive.com/nascar/hamilton-takes-pole-position-for-f1-malaysian-gp-pa-sportsticker.html

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Alistair Overeem and Antonio Silva breakdown their upcoming fight - Strikeforce

At the Strikeforce Heavyweight GP in Dallas, TC Inside MMA correspondent Ron Kruck caught up with Alistair Overeem and Antonio Silva. The Reem spoke about his victory over Fabricio Werdum and the challange that lies ahead in Silva. Bigfoot spoke about how to do the impossible and beat Overeem

Source: http://mmalice.com/strikeforce/alistair-overeem-and-antonio-silva-breakdown-their-upcoming-fight-video_54151b1ca.html

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Drivers praise new Michigan surface

NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers who tested recently at Michigan International Speedway have given their thumbs up to its new track surface.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/nascar-news/nascar/drivers-praise-new-michigan-surface

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Chrysler to Offer In-Vehicle Wireless Charging for 2013 Dodge Dart

Not to be outdone by the GM/Powermat venture introduced last year, Chrysler announced today that it would begin offering wireless device charging in the forthcoming Dodge Dart. Available through the maker?s Mopar parts and accessory division, the system consists of an integrated ?power bin? located just below the center stack in front of the center [...]

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/fJJO4vUCSWE/

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2012年4月14日星期六

Phil Davis ?happy? Rashad Evans poked holes in his game

When Phil Davis was put on the UFC's second Fox card against Rashad Evans, he knew the pressure was on. Not only did he need to keep his undefeated streak going, but he also needed to create an exciting bout for network fans tuning into the UFC for the first time.

The result? A fight dominated by Rashad Evans as Davis struggled to find a rhythm. Davis told the MMA Hour that he couldn't slow down in the bout, which ended up exhausting him.

"I got myself into one of the situations where you've got to go all out to get out of that, and put out a lot of energy," he said. "That kind of put me behind on momentum, and from there, Rashad was just the calmer guy. He eased into the fight better. More and more, I was trying to do more to gain momentum and he was just calm and collected."

It was the first loss of Davis' MMA career. He ended his NCAA wrestling career with a championship, so it's the first time Davis has lost in at least four years. A loss like that can shake a man, but Davis took a different view of it.

"I'm glad he poked holes in my game," he said. "Because now I can fix some of those holes and know where the No. 2 guy in the world is going to beat me. Now I have a benchmark. Losing is not the worst thing in the world. The worst thing in the world is not getting better. I'm glad I got that fight. I'm glad I got it twice, and I'm just real excited about where I'm at in my career."

While he waits for his next opponent, Davis is helping his friend and teammate, Dominick Cruz, coach on this season of "The Ultimate Fighter." At 27, he's still a young and exciting fighter who has plenty to learn about MMA. A newly refocused Davis should be a force to reckon with.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/phil-davis-happy-rashad-evans-poked-holes-game-181426342.html

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Jaguar F-type: More Photos of the Camouflaged Prototype

More photos of Jaguar?s F-type have sprung up in the wake of its New York auto show debut this past Wednesday. Still clad in its highly stylized ?F? camouflage, the new photographs offer a look at the F-type from numerous additional angles. Scheduled to appear in production form later this year, development of the F-type [...]

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You tell us your picks for UFC 145

So many times, you lovely Cagereaders have told us why we were wrong, wrong, wrong about our fight picks. Here's your chance to be wrong, wrong, wrong with us.

For UFC 145, we want to know who you are picking in the main card and why. We will publish a few Cagereaders' picks here on Monday alongside the picks from Kevin Iole and me. If you want to join in, go to Cagewriter's Facebook page and tell us who is going to win each fight and why. Here are the fights on the main card at UFC 145:

Champion Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans (for light-heavyweight title)
Rory MacDonald vs. Che Mills
Ben Rothwell vs. Brendan Schaub
Michael McDonald vs. Miguel Torres
Mark Hominick vs. Eddie Yagin
John Alessio vs. Mark Bocek

Give us your pick on one or every fight on the main card. It's up to you. Have fun with it, and don't forget to drop by for our UFC on Fuel chat Saturday afternoon.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/tell-us-picks-ufc-145-212551880.html

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2013 Mini John Cooper Works GP II Spy Photos: More Power, Less Weight

What It Is: Essentially, a Mini John Cooper Works hardtop with more muscle and less flab. This won?t be the first time the Works has hit the gym?for 2006, a run of just 415 John Cooper Works with GP kits came to the U.S., bringing a slight boost in power, a sharply tuned suspension, big [...]

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/_bhJBYIxBMU/2013-mini-john-cooper-works-gp-ii-spy-photos-future-cars

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White?s perfect 100 in X Games halfpipe

We’re not sure how this has been received elsewhere, but we must say the idea of a perfect score somewhat took us by surprise. Yes, we regularly see surfers score perfect 10s, but a 100 in snowboarding? It just don’t seem right, does it? Check it out for yourself; it’s proper playstation stuff, but if [...]

Source: http://snowboardaction.net/whites-perfect-100-games-halfpipe/

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MARK MARTIN FASTEST IN FIRST TEXAS SPRINT CUP PRACTICE, BUT WHY MIGHT THAT BE BAD NEWS?

By: Toby Christie ?�Follow on Twitter @Tobalical Mark Martin has unloaded fast this week in Texas, and his Michael Waltrip Racing team continues to roll. Martin paced the first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series practice session of the week Thursday evening with a lap of 189.427 mph. Greg Biffle, Kevin Harvick, A.J. Allmendinger and Regan Smith [...]

Source: http://thefinallap.com/2012/04/12/mark-martin-fastest-in-first-texas-sprint-cup-practice-but-why-might-that-be-bad-news/

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Jon Jones and Rashad Evans Face Off on ?UFC Ultimate Insider? (Video)

Once brothers in arms, now bitter rivals. UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and Rashad Evans will carry a real world grudge into their UFC 145 title clash, one that's been simmering for the better part of a year. There is clearly no love lost between the former training partners, as is evidenced in the promo for their joint appearance tonight on UFC Ultimate Insider.

Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/28178/jon-jones-and-rashad-evans-face-off-on-ufc-ultimate-insider-video/

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Vettel more comfortable with RB8

Sebastian Vettel found the Red Bull RB8 more comfortable to drive during Friday practice for the Chinese Grand Prix after switching to the exhaust design used during pre-season testing. The double world champion ran the old package to allow the team to conduct a comparison with the latest-specification used by team-mate Mark Webber, but is unsure whether or not he would continue with the car in this configuration. "I think I felt a bit more comfortable here today and a bit more together, so we will see," said Vettel after practice.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/formula-one-news/f1-formula-one-news/vettel-more-comfortable-with-rb8

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Video: Steven Seagal talks about his students, Anderson Silva and Lyoto Machida

What would MMA do without Steven Seagal? Obviously, Anderson Silva and Lyoto Machida would not be the fighters they are without the sensei/movie star/border patrol agent/shooting-glasses-wearer/writer/director. Seagal talked about how important he is to MMA on "Jimmy Kimmel Live." Skip to a minute in to hear him talk about the skills he imparts to his students.

He will probably be an eighth-degree black belt one day, but come on. He can't teach Silva and Machida everything he knows.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/video-steven-seagal-talks-students-anderson-silva-lyoto-194704586.html

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Scuba Diver Girls Cook Island Adventure?a Little Paradise on Earth

I sat at the bow of the boat with my legs dangling over the edge feeling the wind whipping through my hair, the spray of the ocean on my face and the sun at my back as our small research vessel cut through the calm blue water following a mother humpback and her calf. I [...]

Source: http://scubadivergirls.com/blog/?p=9594

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2012年4月13日星期五

House GOP Tries to Horse-Trade Senate Bill For Keystone Pipeline

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In another desperate attempt to push forward their fossil fuel agenda, House Republicans have indicated that even though they’ve been incapable of passing a transportation bill, they’re willing to go to conference committee and pass the Senate bill. All the Senate Democrats have to do in return is approve the Keystone XL pipeline.
Our sources [...]

Source: http://dc.streetsblog.org/2012/04/13/house-tries-to-horse-trade-senate-bill-for-keystone-pipeline/

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Chevrolet runners hit by engine change

The entire Chevrolet-powered contingent on the IndyCar Series grid will be hit with 10-place grid penalties at Long Beach after the manufacturer decided to change the engines on all 11 of its entries entries ahead of this weekend's event. Following a strip-down inspection of Andretti Autosport driver James Hinchcliffe's faulty engine, Chevrolet decided that the problem affecting the Canadian's 2.2-litre V6 turbocharged engine could be a universal one and that it made sense to change them all

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/real-world-racing/indycar-news/indycar/chevrolet-runners-hit-by-engine-change

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Poll: Who?s gonna get their first win of the season?

Source: http://thefinallap.com/2012/04/12/poll-whos-gonna-get-their-first-nascar-win-of-the-season/

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Advice from 30,000 miles on the Trail

Our friends at Explore Magazine recently asked us for suggestions on “how to hike more efficiently.” They published several of our tips in the most recent issue of the magazine. But we thought you might want to read the entire list. Here you go: efficient hiking = actually going hiking The more you hike, the [...]

Source: http://www.hikingcamping.com/blog/2011/07/advice-from-30000-miles-on-the-trail-5/

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Wash.Rinse.Repeat


Wash.Rinse.Repeat features the Bos brothers in an OCD meets skateboarding video part.

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Faith on the Frontstretch: Short-track crashes and real-life clashes

Source: http://www.skirtsandscuffs.com/2012/04/faith-on-frontstretch-short-track.html

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MMA Marketplace: A tiny championship belt for your little fighter doll

If one of your MMA dolls, erm, action figures has proven himself to be better than the rest, doesn't he deserve a championship belt? You're in luck. There is an Etsy store that can help you with that.

When one of your action figures wins the belt, all the other ones will yell, "I want my belt back!" or "I want B.J.'s belt!" They may even get on their knees to beg you for a title shot, but at some point you will have to make hard decisions on which doll gets the next chance to win the title.

Or, since they cost just $3, you can just buy a belt for every doll.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/mma-marketplace-tiny-championship-belt-little-fighter-doll-124109019.html

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In The Hunt with RCR: Week Six - Martinsville

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Reader Rants: Mo Lawal?s dismissal, the Anderson Silva/Chael Sonnen rematch, and an overweight fighter

Welcome to another edition of Reader Rants, where Cagereaders get their say. This week, though we're still in a Zuffa drought, you all had plenty of opinions to share.

On King Mo's release from Strikeforce after calling a commissioner a bad name on Twitter:

It was kind of ignorant for her to ask him if he knew how to read or write. Instead of being "funny" or "racist" she could have just plainly asked him if he read through the application----in particular the part with the question of taking different meds/steroids/drugs. -- David Feinblatt

He should have not lost his job. There have been a lot of worse things said on Twitter by Dana White and other UFC fighters. He'll get his job back. -- Angel D. Gutierrez-Ruiz

Nothing was commented on more than the Anderson Silva/Chael Sonnen rematch:

I believe the rematch will allow Sonnen to back up what he said about the first fight. Win it and give Silva the beating hes never experienced in the cage before. -- Larry Conley

I think just because of what happened in the last fight, Silva is coming very prepared. I don't see him losing any fight anytime soon. At least not to someone that he almost lost to in the past. Best believe is going be a war but Silva will be victorious. -- Ernesto Aguilera

I think Silva will win based on a couple of different reasons:

1. Silva was injured last time he fought Sonnen and probably should not have been fighting at all yet he still won after getting hammered for 4 rounds
2. Sonnen was on performance enhancing drugs (which got him banned from fighting for a year)
3. Silva has beaten down some of the best ground and pound guys in the world, some of whom Sonnen can't hold a candle to.
4. Silva has the best record in the UFC, which is not something that just happens... its earned through hard work and extreme talent

In the end, anything can happen in MMA. A slip, a swollen eye, even cutting weight all takes its toll. If I had to bet though, I would put my money on Anderson Silva. -- David Fish

Thiago Santos coming in 12 lbs. overweight for his Bellator title fight lost him a chance to win the tournament. What did readers think?

That's the right call. I initially read that the whole tournament was going to be scrapped. I'm glad that they didn't mess over Prindle because Santos couldn't make weight. Besides, he wasn't even close to making weight. -- Michael Stull

Guess that extra week wait was spent at the buffet. -- Jim Hammar

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Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/reader-rants-mo-lawal-dismissal-anderson-silva-chael-180051380.html

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Nathan Fletcher?s amazing XXL ride at Teahupo?o

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Source: http://www.clubofthewaves.com/blog/nathan-fletchers-amazing-xxl-ride-at-teahupoo/

Trevor Bayne Out! Pet Care Toyota Jason Leffler David Carl Allison Gregory Jack Biffle

2012年4月12日星期四

Rocky Is What? A Judge In A Backcountry Gear Haiku Contest?

Source: http://www.getoutdoors.com/goblog/index.php?/archives/4416-Rocky-Is-What-A-Judge-In-A-Backcountry-Gear-Haiku-Contest.html

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Video: Matt Kurle and Dan Patrinellis on Ernie?s Canyon

This is a sweet video by whitewater kayaker Matt Kurle of him and Dan Patrinellis paddling the Ernie’s Canyon section of the North Fork of the Snoqualmie River in February 2011.� Apparently this video won first place at�an outdoor film festival recently, so congrats Matt! Ernie’s Canyon is one of the most difficult whitewater kayaking [...]

Source: http://www.ireneskayakingblog.com/paddle-trips/video-matt-kurle-and-dan-patrinellis-on-ernies-canyon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=video-matt-kurle-and-dan-patrinellis-on-ernies-canyon

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VIDEO: Moment of the match - Final minutes

Source: http://feeds.dcunited.com/~r/DCUnited/all/~3/5F-PAhdUJGA/video-moment-of-the-match-final-minutes

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Strikeforce: Josh Barnett Describes Win Over Brett Rogers as 'Perfect' - Josh Barnett

Strikeforce: Josh Barnett Describes Win Over Brett Rogers as 'Perfect' Video by Josh Barnett

Source: http://mmalice.com/josh-barnett/strikeforce-josh-barnett-describes-win-over-brett-rogers-as-perfect-video_a2d2d7805.html

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Autumn - Swell #1

Source: http://nedsurfshots.blogspot.com/2012/03/autumn-swell-1.html

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Toyota NASCAR Tidbits ? April 11, 2012

Toyota Motorsports LogoTEXAS TWO STEP: Two years ago (2010), Camry driver Denny Hamlin swept both NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) races at Texas Motor Speedway. In 13 career starts at the 1.5-mile oval, the Virginia-native has five top-five finishes, eight top-10 results and has run all but 13 laps — completing 99.7 percent (4,339 of...more»

Source: http://www.catchfence.com/2012/sprintcup/04/11/toyota-nascar-tidbits-april-11-2012/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=toyota-nascar-tidbits-april-11-2012

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Cristiane ?Cyborg? Santos? Suspension Upheld by CSAC

Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos' one-year suspension was upheld today by the California State Athletic Commission. Santos tested positive for banned substances following a December defense of her now-relinquished Strikeforce title and was suspended as part of her punishment. Her team appealed to have the suspension reduced to six months, but were denied by the CSAC.

Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/28163/cristiane-cyborg-santos-suspension-upheld-by-csac/

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Tim Kennedy performs Katy Perry?s ?Part of Me?

Two videos were sent to Cagewriter in the past 12 hours. One was a Quinton "Rampage" Jackson video that tried to make a joke about rape by showing Jackson, the rapist in the video, get beat up when his intended target turned out to be a man. It was pointless, unfunny, beyond offensive, and not worth the time of Cagereaders.

Then this gem hit the internet, and it spoke to me. Do the wonderful readers of Cagewriter want to watch Strikeforce middleweight Tim Kennedy perform Katy Perry's song, "Part of Me?" Obviously, the answer is yes. It's five minutes, but worth it to see Kennedy's dancing.

He's been waiting for a fight for too long, but at least he's putting his time off to use. Hopefully, we'll see more of what Kennedy is capable of soon, both in and out of the cage.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/tim-kennedy-performs-katy-perry-part-162101689.html

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In the Rearview Mirror: NASCAR returns to Rockingham

Source: http://www.skirtsandscuffs.com/2012/04/in-rearview-mirror-nascar-returns-to.html

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Ash Hall on DVS UK

Ash Hall just got on DVS UK and brought almost four minutes of footage to celebrate.

Source: http://theskateboardmag.com/blogs/templeton-elliott/2011/12/16/ash-hall-on-dvs-uk/

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2012年4月11日星期三

Industry Veterans Launch Action Sports Design Studio

When eclectic professionals with more than 30 years working in Youth lifestyle and Action Sports markets come together, you get…. PRJCT Action Sports Design Studio. After almost a year of planning, veteran product designer Jason Kanes and industry attorney & entrepreneur Marco Gonzalez have partnered to launch PRJCT LLC, a novel action sports design studio [...]

Source: http://snowboardaction.net/industry-veterans-launch-action-sports-design-studio/

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What to Look for In a Molokini Snorkel Tour

Molokini snorkeling tours are the perfect way to make the most of your Maui vacation. Molokini Crater is considered one of the premier locations for snorkeling and diving in the world, due to the breathtaking coral formations and the abundance of tropical fish and other marine life in the area. Molokini has been labeled Hawaii’s [...]

Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/molokini-crater/what-to-look-for-in-a-molokini-snorkel-tour.html

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Park Slope Cop Brings About Sidewalk Cycling, Then Tickets It

The NYPD has never hesitated to park in the city's bike lanes (this van was parked on the Bowery last summer). Photo: Ben Fried
We at Streetsblog aren’t big fans of sidewalk bike riding. As we’ve said before, if the police truly must take time away from targeting the most dangerous traffic crimes, like motorist speeding [...]

Source: http://www.streetsblog.org/2012/04/10/park-slope-cop-brings-about-sidewalk-cycling-then-tickets-it/

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25 things: now

Here are 25 things about me, right now. I want to do this again later (which will be “now,” then…following?) so I can compare. I might explain the purpose later, I might not. Either way, you get to learn some interesting, or not-so-interestings tidbits right now. 1. I’m currently in the middle of 5 different [...]

Source: http://skydivechick.com/2012/04/25-things-now/

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LeMons Good/Bad Idea of the Week: Mazda Rotary-Powered Opel GT

? We see a lot of engine swaps in 24 Hours of LeMons cars, some more ridiculous? ridiculously awesome, that is?than others. There’s the Polaris snowmobile?engined Miata, the E30 BMW with Chrysler slant-six, any number of Detroit-V-8-into-sporty-import swaps, and then there’s the ever-popular Mazda rotary swap. On paper, the cheap, lightweight, and compact Mazda 12A [...]

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/MJiPz6OqFgI/

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Rossi: ?I cannot ride this Ducati?

A downbeat Valentino Rossi conceded that at present he simply cannot get to grips with the 2012 Ducati after struggling to 10th place in the Qatar Grand Prix. The seven-time MotoGP champion was a long way off the pace throughout the Losail weekend, and could not match team-mate Nicky Hayden's pace

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/other-news/motorcycles/motogp/rossi-i-cannot-ride-this-ducati

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Maui Sunset Cruises: The Perfect End to a Perfect Day

If you are looking for a spectacular finish to your tropical vacation, a Maui sunset dinner cruise is the perfect solution. Just imagine yourself sitting across the table from your favorite someone, enjoying a breathtaking Hawaiian sunset over tantalizing cuisine and live music. There is no better way to sit back and enjoy all the [...]

Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/cruises/maui-sunset-cruises-the-perfect-end-to-a-perfect-day.html

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Brennan Proposes $4.5B Transpo Bond for Next MTA Capital Plan

Assembly Member James Brennan has proposed the state issue $4.5 billion in bonds to fund transportation, with half going to transit.
With the next three years of the MTA capital plan officially moving forward — even without dedicated funding from Albany — it’s time to start talking about 2015. That’s when the next MTA capital plan [...]

Source: http://www.streetsblog.org/2012/04/06/brennan-proposes-4-5b-transpo-bond-for-next-mta-capital-plan/

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It's Not Over, Until It's ALL OVER. - UFC

This Saturday night, two of the most talented KO artists in UFC history meet in the Octagon. Don't miss UFC 131: Dos Santos vs Carwin Live on Pay-Per-View or www.UFC.tv at 6/9PM PT/ET

Source: http://mmalice.com/ufc/its-not-over-until-its-all-over-video_fe8c32076.html

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Infiniti Drops Shroud On Show Car Early, We Nab Some Photos [New York Auto Show]

We happened to be standing in the right place at the right time today when Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn and his entourage wanted an early look at Infiniti?s EV debut. The reveal lasted about two minutes, which was just enough time to snap the photos you see here. The car has previously been teased, and [...]

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/VzH2UCp48X0/

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2012年4月10日星期二

Knockout of the week: Rashad Evans shows his kicking game

The knockout of the week goes back to 2007, when Rashad Evans was still a rising prospect. His game was still so raw that he hadn't shown much in the kicking department. Unfortunately for Sean Salmon, Evans pulled out a head kick at the exact right time.

Five years later, Evans will get another shot at the UFC light heavyweight belt on April 21 against Jon Jones. Will he be able to pull out another knockout? Tell us in the comments, on Twitter or Facebook.

Other popular content on the Yahoo! network:
? Mike Chiesa reached goal of getting on UFC's reality show and fulfilled dying father's dream
? Alex Rodriguez just can't win: Shopping spree for niece backfires
? Y! News: 400-pound gorilla attacks his female keeper before being tranquilized

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/knockout-week-rashad-evans-shows-kicking-game-124600141.html

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Michael Waltrip Tops in Point Standings

Mikey Likes It Michael Waltrip Racing still has three drivers in the top 10 in owner points and two in the top nine in the driver standings. Martin Truex Jr. is one of four drivers with four top-10 finishes, along with Biffle, Kenseth and Jimmie Johnson. Truex?s surge shouldn?t surprise many. The New Jersey native [...]

Source: http://thefinallap.com/2012/04/07/michael-waltrip-tops-in-point-standings/

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Rocky Is What? A Judge In A Backcountry Gear Haiku Contest?

Source: http://www.getoutdoors.com/goblog/index.php?/archives/4416-Rocky-Is-What-A-Judge-In-A-Backcountry-Gear-Haiku-Contest.html

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Mikkelsen relieved to escape incident

Andreas Mikkelsen has admitted he is lucky to remain in the Circuit of Ireland Rally after smashing a wheel on the opening stage of Saturday morning. The Skoda UK Motorsport star is lying second to fellow Fabia driver Juho Hanninen as the crews head into the second loop of stages, but he says his hopes of victory on this event could easily have ended on leg two's opener. "I was lucky, very lucky," said Mikkelsen

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/real-world-racing/3rdparty/mikkelsen-relieved-to-escape-incident

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Bellator welterweights, Myles Jury and more: Welcome to the Friday talkback thread

Welcome to your weekend talkback thread, where you are welcome to hang out, enjoy the atmosphere and discuss the weekend's fights.

On "The Ultimate Fighter," Al Iaquinta will try to break the Team Faber losing streak against Myles Jury. According to Dana White, this fight is even on the board in a Las Vegas sportsbook. "FYI, TUF Live on FX 2 morrow nite Al iaquantia +200 Myles Jury -250 you can bet it on line or at the The Las Vegas Hilton!!" White tweeted. TUF airs on FX at 10 p.m. ET.

Bellator's welterweight tourney will kick off on MTV2. Karl Amoussou and Chris Lozano had to be separated during Thursday's weigh-in. Raul Amaya will face UFC vet Ben Saunders, David Rickels will take on Jordan Smith, and Bryan Baker will fight Carlos Pereira.

If you're in Chicago, you can also tune in to CSN Chicago and see me on "Chicago Tribune Live" 5:30 p.m. CT. As always, thank you for reading Cagewriter, follow on Facebook and Twitter, and have a fantastic weekend.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/bellator-welterweights-myles-jury-more-welcome-friday-talkback-200427035.html

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Stephen Thompson ?A Dazzling Debut? (Video)

Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson's debut at UFC 143 was nothing short of an amazing display of striking. The UFC has released a video detailing the impressive striker's debut ahead of his UFC 145 matchup with Matt Brown.

UFC 145 takes place at Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA. The event will be headlined by a light-heavyweight title fight between champion Jon Jones and training partner turned nemesis, Rashad Evans.

Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/28124/stephen-thompson-a-dazzling-debut-video/

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Denise Richardson on Highway Tolls, the TZB, and Why Projects Cost So Much

General Contractors Association Managing Director Denise Richardson. Photo: GCA
Earlier this week Streetsblog sat down with General Contractors Association Managing Director Denise Richardson for a wide-ranging discussion on the financial state of New York’s transportation systems. In the first installment of the interview, we discussed the MTA’s capital program, which is moving forward with important repair [...]

Source: http://www.streetsblog.org/2012/04/06/denise-richardson-on-highway-tolls-the-tzb-and-why-projects-cost-so-much/

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Tokunaga leaves Lotus F1 team

Lotus deputy technical director Naoki Tokunaga is to leave the team so he can take up a position as technical director of Renault's 2014 engine project. Tokunaga originally joined the Enstone-based team in 2000 as a vehicle dynamics engineer, before being promoted to head of control systems in 2002 and then deputy technical director in 2010. The role of deputy technical director will not be filled for the foreseeable future

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/formula-one-news/f1-formula-one-news/tokunaga-leaves-lotus-f1-team

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Claire Hope Cummings | The Botany Of Abundance (video)

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Source: http://www.prana.com/blog/2012/04/07/claire-hope-cummings-the-botany-of-abundance-video/

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2012年4月9日星期一

Happy Holidays From Mike Anderson and Krooked

Mike Anderson and Krooked bring you the first DLXmas video.

Source: http://theskateboardmag.com/blogs/templeton-elliott/2011/12/16/happy-holidays-from-mike-anderson-and-krooked/

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Dana White?s video blog explains TUF and McCall/Johnson draw

Dana White's latest video blog answers many of your questions about the latest season "The Ultimate Fighter," including how last season's premiere was very different from how the rest of the season will run. You'll also see that the UFC championship belts are sharp.

It also takes you behind the scenes in Australia, including a dissection of the Ian McCall/Demetrious Johnson debacle. The two are expected to rematch at the TUF finale in June. You'll get to see White tell McCall and Johnson separately about the draw.

As always, plenty of NSFW language when White is involved.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/dana-white-video-blog-goes-explains-tuf-mccall-135113490.html

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Photos: Goodyear Tire Test at Michigan International Speedway

BROOKLYN, Mich. (April 4, 2012) ? NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers Matt Kenseth, Jeff Gordon, Brad Keselowski, Juan Pablo Montoya and Kyle Busch concluded Goodyear Tire testing at Michigan International Speedway on Wednesday. The session was the second day for the test. Speeds were very quick. Montoya said minimum speed was 189 mph, but cars [...]

Source: http://thefinallap.com/2012/04/04/photos-goodyear-tire-test-at-michigan-international-speedway/

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Enjoy Scuba Diving in Puerto Rico

For centuries, travelers have known about Puerto Rico, a slice of paradise, which has long been a connecting point to all areas of the Caribbean. With the continental shelf surrounding it on three sides, the picturesque Puerto Rico is endowed with warm and crystal-clear waters, an abundance of pristine reefs and spectacular walls, intriguing caverns [...]

Source: http://www.dailyscubadiving.com/enjoy-scuba-diving-in-puerto-rico/

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2013 Toyota Venza: Not New but Slightly Updated! [New York Auto Show]

The yin to the Honda Crosstour?s yang, Toyota?s Venza enters 2013 with mildly revised exterior styling, several new standard convenience features, and a smattering of updated option packages. Keep Reading: 2013 Toyota Venza – Official Photos and Info

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/8TbcYsil6DI/2013-toyota-venza-photos-and-info-news

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Report: Geely announces $11 billion investment in Volvo

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Li Shufu and Stefan Jacoby of Volvo Volvo is poised to rapidly inflate its presence in China, and it believes the way forward is through an $11 billion spending plan. "We want to revive Volvo and give the brand its strength back," says Li Shufu, Chairman of Geely Automobile Holdings. Speaking with German magazine Wirtschafts Woche, Shufu disclosed that Geely will put up $11 billion for a new engine factory, increased research and development and technology upgrades. However, Volvo's Per-Ake Froberg tells Reuters that Volvo itself will be providing the funds through borrowing and other means.

No matter where the funding comes from, the investment is meant to aggressively drive the Volvo brand in the Chinese market, where the Swedish brand sold about 50,000 cars last year. Geely wants Volvo to account for 20 percent of the premium car market in just three years(!) with a target of 200,000 vehicles for 2014. It's all part of an ambitious plan to double Volvo sales over the next ten years, and for its stewardship, Geely will get a new premium brand for China that uses Volvo tech and engineering. In addition, the two brands will be combining their purchasing power to get better deals from suppliers and small engine and electric vehicle development will also be shared between Volvo and Geely.

As the last Swedish brand standing, it's heartening to see that Geely has designs on increasing Volvo's sales. Here's hoping the recently voracious appetite for cars in the Chinese market doesn't shortchange American buyers looking for Nordic iron.

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Source: http://www.autoblog.com/2012/04/09/geely-announces-11-billion-investment-in-volvo/

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