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U.S. auto execs plead for bailout

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. auto executives warned Congress on Tuesday that their industry was teetering on the brink of disaster as they pleaded for a $25 billion (16 billion pounds) aid package despite political opposition to...

Three US car makers plead for 25bn bailout

The chiefs of Ford, General Motors and Chrysler have begged Congress for a $25 billion lifeline, warning of broader peril for the American economy if the auto industry is allowed to suffer. Despite their pleas, the new rescue...

Theo Walcott injury brings headache

When Fabio Capello first mentioned the notion of experimenting against Germany after England's resounding 3-1 win against Belarus last month, he only half meant it, but circumstances have forced his hand.

Washington debates bailout as IMF sees real crisis

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Treasury defended its handling of the financial bailout on Tuesday as American auto and banking woes reverberated around the globe and the International Monetary Fund said it would need rapidly...

No escape from friendly fire for Fabio Capello

Graphic: the history boys do battle in Berlin If he were the demonstrative kind, Fabio Capello would have been unsure whether to laugh or cry. Half an hour before the injury that claimed Theo Walcott last night, the England...

US car firms ask for $25bn aid

The bosses of the three biggest US carmakers, Ford, GM and Chrysler, have asked Congress for a $25bn bail-out. GM chief executive Rick Wagoner said the firm needed a loan to span the "financial chasm" that had opened up....

Ford to sell £360m Mazda stake

Ford is to cede control of Mazda, selling a 20pc stake in the Japanese car maker for $540m (£360m) as the US auto giant attempts to boost its liquidity position. By James Quinn, Wall Street Correspondent The sale is the latest...

Arai Riders For Health Auction at Bike Show

As the UK Importers and Distributors of Arai helmets, Phoenix Distribution (NW) Limited will be present at the NEC Motorcycle and Scooter Show from 27th November to 7th December, Hall 2 stand 2G60-The Arai Entertainment Zone.

Wizards fall to 1-7 with loss to Heat

Washington's start is franchise's worst since 1999 Dwyane Wade had 19 points, 10 assists and six rebounds Tuesday night, and the Miami Heat caught a couple of breaks in the final minutes to beat the struggling Washington...

Japanese Girl May Be Pro-League Bound

Madame Butterfly: Girl heading to Japan's pro baseball league with her fluttering knuckleball By ERIC TALMADGE Associated Press Writer TOKYO November 18, 2008 (AP) The knuckleball — the fluttering, hard-to-hit pitch that's rare...

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