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Why Marysol and Adriana should return as full-time housewives
Marysol Patton and Adriana De Moura are the queens of The Real Housewives of Miami and after running Season 4 they are set to return as full-time castmates.
Adriana De Moura and Marysol…
12 Best Liam Neeson Movies, Ranked
Liam Neeson has been in operation for more than four decades. The hit titan covered every genre, from drama to horror, to musicals, to romance, to comedy, to action. It's no surprise that Neeson has retained his A-list star status, given…
Demand for container equipment is down from its peak
Container lines will post more all-time highs for the first quarter, but could this mark their profit peak? Evidence of market softening continues to mount in the container equipment sector.The more consumer demand and port congestion…
Sunday Nostalgia: Manchester Docks – Then and Now
Pictured: Scenes around Manchester Docks. June 12, 1967. © Mirrorpix
Our main image for this week captures the bustle of the Manchester docks on a June morning in 1967. Ships unload as tugs ply their!--kg-card-end:>!--kg-card-begin:>…
Is there a risk to using plastic liners in your slow cooker?
With a low risk of chemical-related illness and a big reduction in cleanup time, slow cooker liners may seem like the perfect addition to the kitchen; however, there are other pros and cons to consider before purchasing a…
Container Shipping: Volume Growth Calms, Rates Remain High | Article
How the Big Three Container Carriers Fared
CMA-CGM
CMA CGM recorded a strong increase in revenue and EBITDA for fiscal year 2021. During the year, the company achieved revenue of $56.0 billion, up from 78%…
Johnson hopes the Shipping Reform Act can solve shipping problems
A massive bill making its way through Congress could help alleviate shipping issues.During a visit with members of the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce's Community Affairs Committee on Friday, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson, RS.D.,…
Lankan depressions
By Vikram Kilpady
US-based South African billionaire Elon Musk recently made a $43 billion bid to buy Twitter. Musk may have a million reasons to take over Twitter, including the social media giant's oft-criticized crackdown on "free…
Sydney Harbor lights up the sun as first cruise liner returns since March 2020 | Tourism…
The P&O Australia Pacific Explorer cruise liner is the first to return to Australia since a ban triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020.The $400 million liner, which has a capacity of nearly 2,000 passengers, arrived in Sydney…
Cruise ships return after two-year ban | County Leader of St George and Sutherland
Australian authorities are lifting the ban on cruise liners in place since March 2020.NSW, Victoria and Queensland have set out testing and vaccination requirements for passengers and crew ahead of returning ships.However, Tasmania is still…
WALKS AND DISCUSSION: The art museum bus will welcome Katie Southworth | Free time
Celebrate World Art Day from inside the cARTie Art Museum bus by tuning in for a free live chat and…
Time Is a Mother by Ocean Vuong review – writing that demands all your lungs | Poetry
Jhe parent-child relationship has been the core of 33 years Ocean Vuong in writing. The American poet's family fled Vietnam to a refugee camp in the Philippines before migrating to the United States. His father abandoned them. Her mother…
110 years since the sinking of the RMS Titanic
THUNDER BAY – The Royal Mail Ship Titanic has a legacy like the end of an era. It's a story that never got old. The romance, tragedy and end of the age of seeming innocence brought on by the sinking of the RMS Titanic on her…
When did the Titanic sink? Date the ship sank, how many people died – and where it left from
The fate of the Titanic is considered one of history's greatest tragedies, and 2022 will mark 110 years since it sank in the North Atlantic Ocean.The RMS Titanic, a luxury British liner considered unsinkable at the time, met with disaster…
Emeka Obasi left footprints saying ‘A giant has passed’
Emeka ObasiBy Tony IchekuPrince Emeka Obasi was a dreamer who saw visions and translated them into physical realities. Intellectually, he stood taller than his peers. He was a giant and would not cower for lesser mortals. He saw the…
Cruise vacations: The new ships to book your vacations on in 2022
TravelApril 2, 2022 6:03 p.m.3 minute readRoyal Caribbean's new Wonder of the Seas is the largest cruise ship in the world. Photo / ProvidedThere's still no confirmed date for the return of cruise ships to New Zealand waters, but that…
During the Qing dynasty in China, everyday objects were transformed into art
The Hundred Treasures theme was popular in Chinese art during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Many everyday objects that confer symbolic meaning have been incorporated into the works of art. A single vase can be a symbol of female…
NATO and the March of Dimes
Paul F. de LespinasseOne of Vladimir Putin's attempted justifications for Russia's outrageous war is that if Ukraine were to become a member of NATO, it would pose an existential threat to neighboring Russia.This argument ignores the fact…
P&O was a bastion of British pride. How quaint it looks now | IanJack
A A German torpedo hit the P&O liner Persia at lunchtime on December 30, 1915, as the ship was about 40 miles southeast of Crete and speeding towards India via the Channel of Suez. In the dining room, John Douglas-Scott-Montagu, the…
Is it safe to travel to Eastern Europe right now? We asked the experts
As the Russian-Ukrainian war nears a grim month-long stage, people continue to feel uncertain about traveling to neighboring countries. But are these worries justified?Hours after the invasion, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)…
Shark avalanche recap, score: Too little, too late to come back up
If the San Jose Sharks' last overtime loss to the Florida Panthers was a test of their ability to perform against a top-notch team having a night off and then tilting against the Colorado avalanche was a testament to their ability to…
What it’s like to sail to Antarctica on Viking Cruises’ new luxury expedition ship
At the stern of the ship, a remarkable room called Aula functions as a lecture hall - if, you know, your college lecture hall had plush leather seats draped in woolen blankets and a self-contained espresso machine parked at the outside.…
10 Unfairly Overlooked Sequels, According to Reddit
There is a big difference between "underrated" and "overlooked", which people often tend to confuse with the same meaning. "Forgotten" doesn't necessarily mean the movie is unfairly hated, it just means that too few people are talking…
The emergence of the logistics platform
Since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020, the logistics supply chain industry began to struggle. Due to restrictions on air travelers in most countries, air transport was the first to reduce its regular scheduled flights, which…
How the historic container shipping boom funded a $2 billion cruise bailout
In March 2020, no one could have predicted how the pandemic would unfold. Stifel analyst Ben Nolan wrote at the time that "it's fair to assume it's not useful for container shipping." He saw shipping company MSC as 'specifically... at…
Freight Forwarder ZIM Exceeds Analyst Expectations for 2021
ZIM cargo ship sails in the Mediterranean Sea - Photo: ShutterstockAll went well for freight forwarding firm ZIM when it presented its earnings report on March 9. The company reported numbers for its fourth quarter and full year that…
Do media reports on the war in Ukraine raise questions about race and refugees?
The world has been in shock since Putin ordered his army to invade Ukraine.The invasion of Ukraine created more refugees than the war in Iraq, and for the first time since World War II, a “developed” nation was besieged.For many, this is!-->…
If you’re over 60, here are the best cruises — Best Life
If you want to see the world, a sea voyage is a great way to really explore new places. While other forms of travel may limit you to one or two cities per trip, cruises allow you…
Industry Players Highlight Impacts of Russian-Ukrainian Conflict on Logistics and Supply Chain
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, subsequent logistics and supply chain impacts continue to evolve in parallel.
Over the past few days, since Russia advanced into Ukraine, there have been myriad impacts on logistics and supply…
South Street Seaport Museum Announces Expanded Digital Galleries in Online Collections Portal
The South Street Seaport Museum announces the release of the next set of collections artifacts for digital visitors to browse, search and enjoy. In March 2021, the museum launched an online collections portal, which today features nearly…
The Cruise Ship Hotels that will be available to FIFA World Cup fans
As an edition of a fifa world cup with many aspects of the first time to offer football fans, Qatar 2022 prepares several formulas to amaze its companions with unique experiences only accessible thanks to the geographical and cultural…
The Middle East’s Underrated “Old Hollywood” // The Observer
I was introduced to vintage fashion when I was eight years old, thanks to a mini-revival of rockabilly fashion in the late 2000s. I dreamed of the circular skirts, red lipstick, pointy cat eyeliner and soft movie star curls that marked…
Ranking Rihanna’s 10 Best (And Worst, If Possible) Songs Of All Time
We had to add a special mention for the song that blew up the internet, plus it featured Jay-Z, so it obviously deserves a spot of honor in the top 10.Phew! Mama Ri Ri really had airs. Disclaimer: We thought about that insensitive "keep it…
10 Best Action Tropes In Tom Holland’s Uncharted, Ranked
by Tom Holland Unexplored marks the return of the hit action-adventure genre that has been largely sidelined lately due to the popularity of superhero movies. In the film, Nathan Drake travels the world with Victor Sullivan to find…
Commentary: Up to Presidential Speed | Opinion
When the president warned of "a dagger in the throat of democracy," I wondered about the word "to."This…
How to make homemade eyeliner? 4 easy recipes
Do you know what's in that store-bought eyeliner you use? Chances are it's loaded with toxins and wrapped in plastic. And no matter how much you love your favorite eyeliner, it's just not worth the risk to your well-being or the…
Taxpayers are missing out on the windfall of pandemic shipping profits
This conflicting result is due to very unusual tax arrangements in the shipping industry: companies pay a fixed amount based on the tonnage of their vessels, rather than a percentage of their revenues. More than 20 European countries have…
Thousands of people have traveled around the world on freighters. Until the pandemic hits
Airplanes, cruise ships, trains, cars, buses… And freighters. If you want to cross the Atlantic or the Pacific and you are not quite convinced to fly in the skies above 10,000 meters or you are looking for an option that reduces your…
Best Basket for Kids – KETK.com
Which children's basket is the best?
Most children are not known for being neat and clean. This extends to their dirty clothes, which they often sprinkle on the floor rather than placing them in the laundry tub. If you think it's…
(News Focus) Moon keeps firm hand on two-track approach to Japan despite historic spat
By Kim Eun-jung and Song Sang-ho SEOUL, 10 Feb. (Yonhap) -- Despite a new historic spat with Japan, President Moon Jae-in is steadfast in his two-pronged approach in Tokyo, marked by toughness on colonial-era issues and flexibility on…
Beverly Jean ‘Bebe’ Hord obituary, 88
Hord was born and raised in Paso Robles
- Beverly Jean "Bebe" Hord, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and beloved friend passed away peacefully in her sleep after declining from the effects of Alzheimer's disease.…
“Global Dream” turns into a nightmare for a German port city
The unfinished 'Global Dream' rests quietly on a dock as the Covid-19 pandemic has made cruising a nightmare for the Wismar shipyard along Germany's windswept Baltic coast.
Destined to become one of the largest ocean liners in the world,…
Darren Hayes, Lisa Mitchell and Hatchie: the best new Australian music of February | australian…
The Black Cardinals - Broken ManFor fans of: The Black Crowes, Audioslave, Myles KennedyIf you're the kind of music fan who keeps the dial locked on Triple M and has the Four symbols tattooed on your skin, you might be a bit perplexed by…
How many ships have been named USS Harrisburg?
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – On Jan. 28, the Navy held a Keel Authentication Ceremony for one of its newest warships, the USS Harrisburg (LPD 30). Once launched and commissioned, it will be the Navy's 14th San Antonio amphibious class…
The Queen Mary plans to reopen later in 2022 – NBC Los Angeles
What there is to knowThe monument closed in spring 2020 in response to the pandemicA 2017 report detailed a number of major repairs needed to keep the liner still moored open to the publicThe passenger ship crossed the Atlantic…
When a cruise ship is as big as its port
Poet and filmmaker Odveig Klyve has lived in Stavanger, on the west coast of Norway, for several decades. The city encircles its harbour, on hillsides that slope down to the waterfront. It has been a site of international trade for…
De-stressed by art during pandemic vacation travel 2021 | Culture & Leisure
Traveling today is stressful. My husband, David and I experienced a 24 hour delay last October when…
Cruise Lines Bet on Summer Rebound Against Omicron Obstacles
The cruise industry's bet on a big summer rebound seems less certain. Travel agents and industry executives say that while the season, which starts in April and ends in October, still looks strong, bookings have slowed since late last year.…
Ray O’Donnell’s dream of making one of the most efficient engines in the world | The…
One of the many joys associated with being human is the ability to use their intelligence to think of an idea that could potentially improve the lives of countless people. While there are plenty of cases where ideas fail, Goolwa's Ray…
Elvis Costello thinks rock has lost its “roll”
Modern rock has a lot of fans, but don't count Elvis Costello among them.rolling stone asked Costello for his thoughts on today's musical climate and what appeals to him — or not. "I don't like rock music very much," he said. "I love…
Aberdeenshire rangers could charge for tourist walks
Aberdeenshire rangers could charge for tourist walks
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Maersk raises profit forecast again after bumper quarter
AP Moller-Maersk once again raised its full-year forecast of better-than-expected fourth-quarter profits, supported by record freight rates.The Danish shipping giant expects annual earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and…
Movies like the city you absolutely must see
When "The Town" made its debut, it instantly drew comparisons with other bank robbery classics, most notably the director's work. Michael mann. An eclectic filmmaker known for creating masterful and atmospheric suspenseful sequences,…
10 best video games that let you navigate a ship
Video games have come a long way since the early days of arcade. Fight armies, explore unimaginable landscapes and immerse yourself in character worlds that become more immersive than ever.
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Why is the Twee back in fashion?
Photo: Christian bertrand (Shutterstock)Young people are everywhere this week,recreate meals on doomed liners, eat Oreos with mustard, and have fun with each other. Here's all you need to know.Trend of the week: the return of the tweeI!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
CDC Warns: “Avoid Cruise Travel, Regardless of Immunization Status”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned Americans planning their vacations over the next few months "to avoid cruise travel, regardless of their immunization status."The country's…
What we’re looking at in 2022
The pandemic that never seems to end will likely dominate our attention in 2022, along with President Biden's difficult agenda and Donald Trump's continued grip on the GOP. Here are the other authors of the Axios newsletter and expert…
Best Movies with All-Female or Mostly Female Ensembles
Films for young adults rarely have the cultural impact of "The sorority of travel pants", which people are still talking about more than 15 years after its 2005 release. Coming-of-Age movie is a poignant and enjoyable story about…
Surfer Killed by Suspected Great White Shark in Christmas Eve Attack on “The Pit” in…
The truth be told.
Ok punters, one more year of the Dada surf getaway known as BeachGrit.
In keeping with all other forms of nostalgia for 2021 trying to justify the sense in the inevitable passing of time, here is a list of rewards…
Tom Holland and Matt Damon form dynamic duo in Uncharted treasure hunt movie trailer
Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg are a lovely and fun couple as they team up on a scavenger hunt adventure in a second trailer for the upcoming Uncharted movie.The film will be the first version of the hit Playstation video game series of the…
Hiddenfjord wins SEAL 2021 Corporate Sustainability Award for 94% reduction in carbon emissions
Hiddenfjord wins SEAL Business Sustainability Award - Second honor in recognition of 94% reduction in carbon emissions
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"Our core value is sustainability, and our core belief is that our activities today should not hamper…
Opinion: Newspapers squandered monopoly-era profits and now blame Google and Facebook
A newsstand in New York in 1982 at the height of newspaper circulation in the United States. Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Three decades ago, when local American newspapers were at their peak, I attended an editors' dinner for a…
First Star Logistics leaps into brokerage careers
New hires at the rapidly growing company hit six figures in their first year.
Business is booming at First Star Logistics. They are currently expanding their brokerage department and hire enthusiastic people who want a quick career…
The best places (and the worst places) in the world to offer
Instead: Anantara Resort on Banana Island, Doha, Qatar
Yes, the Maldives is something of a Windows 95 screensaver. And while we agree that romance is as important here as the underwater wildlife, your loved one might think you are fishy…
Ekattor-er boiguli | Dhaka Tribune
This series covers reviews of literary works focused on the Bangladesh Liberation War. This is the first installment.
Over ten years ago, after hearing about an upcoming trip to Dhaka, a friend invited me to an event. "Great, it's…
China could smuggle nuclear missiles hidden in shipping containers to Venezuela in surprise attack…
CHINA could smuggle nuclear missiles in shipping containers at South American ports for a surprise attack on the United States, experts have warned.
Military analysts have sounded the alarm on the container capacity which has been quietly…
The Beatles: Get Back and the magic of seeing chords turn into hymns
FILMED in January 1969, the documentary Let It Be follows the Beatles rehearsing and recording songs for their 12th studio album of the same name. It also includes footage from the group's legendary rooftop concert, which would…
Best Comics & Graphic Novels of 2021 | The best books of the year
ohn the past 12 months, graphic novels have explored everything from injustice to hedonism. But perhaps not surprisingly in a year that has seen many people reflect on their lives, a crop of beautiful memories has dominated the…
The most popular screams of 2021
2021 â what a fun and entertaining year. Oh wait, I was thinking of 1021, when Senekerim-Hovhannes Artsruni, the king of Vaspurakan (Greater Armenia), just ceded his kingdom to the Byzantine Empire and became governor of…
The Maritime Port Museum reopens with two exhibitions
Image from "Millions: Migrants and Millionaires Aboard the Great Liners, 1900-1914. Collection of the South Street Seaport Museum
The South Street Seaport Museum, closed…
Call for easy policy to harness the potential of the blue economy
Bangladesh needs a holistic approach to ensure sustainable use of marine resources
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The Titan crane at Clydebank is expected to reopen next spring
A century-old crane in Clydebank, a popular tourist destination and closed to the public since 2018, is due to reopen next spring.
The 150-foot-tall Titan crane became operational in 1907 and was designed for use in…
Every Thanksgiving episode of ‘Bob’s Burgers’, ranked
"Pass the cranberry sauce, we've got mashed potatoes!" "
Of Seinfeld and Friends To Gossip Girl and New girl, many of our favorite shows made it Thanksgiving special, but no one can spend this grateful vacation like Bob's…
Union Minister Mahendra Pandey, Energy News, ET EnergyWorld
New Delhi: The government has chosen nine highways where 6,000 charging stations have been licensed and around 3,000 will soon be installed, Union Heavy Industries Minister Dr Mahendra Nath Pandey said. Referring to the challenges of…
Meet the eight-year-old on a mission to clean up Cornwall’s beaches
Play video An eight-year-old girl from Newquay calls on people to stop leaving litter on Cornwall beaches.Evie Whaley has been cleaning…
Launch of the first autonomous electric cargo ship in Norway
Published on: 11/19/2021 - 6:02 PM
Oslo (AFP) - Zero emissions and, soon, zero crew: the world's first fully electric autonomous freighter has been unveiled in Norway, a modest but…
Peter Knego’s cruise ship series, the legendary Windsor Castle
Knego travels to the breaking waves of Alang, India to document famous passenger ships and save all the pieces of history and art he can. They go to collectors like him but part of his dream in preserving these treasures is to take them…
Global Ship Lease has grown the fleet by over 50% since the start of the year, with all acquired…
Container ship owner Global Ship Lease, Inc. today announced its unaudited results for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2021.
Highlights for the third quarter of 2021 and year to date
- Reported operating revenue of $…
The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Cruises
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Luxury cruises have grown in popularity over the past few decades as they have become more accessible to the public. Follow these tips to plan the perfect luxury cruise.
Luxury cruise vacations have…
The cruise ship “Princess Sky” returns to Palma
The gigantic Sky Princess cruise ship visited Palma for the first time in years.
He sailed from Corsica to Mallorca and will dock in Cartagena, before crossing the Atlantic Ocean with 2,257 British passengers on board.
'Sky Princess' was…
Increasingly adventurous consumers demand more tropical items to choose from
Over the past 18 months, the demand for tropical products like mangosteen, rambutan and guava has grown tremendously. âRetailers have become more adventurous,â says Melissa Hartmann de Barros…
FreightWaves Classics: JP Morgan seeks transatlantic monopoly
A recent FreightWaves Classics article provided an overview of JP Morgan's activities in the US rail industry. This article will provide an overview of Morgan's attempts to create a shipping trust.
JP Morgan. (Photo:…
Best grocery deals this week for your Thanksgiving meal :: WRAL.com
Start shopping for your Thanksgiving meal essentials now with this week's sale!
Several grocery stores have great shopping on all your holiday favorites, including the main meal,…
Qatari construction company avoids ‘containergeddon’ by intelligently using bulk…
A Qatari construction company facing a container shortage has chosen to use bulk carriers to bring essential building materials from mainland China to complete a mega express construction project. The fragile materials were loaded into…
Star Ocean: The Divine Force announced for PS4 and PS5 next year – State of play October 2021
In a startling announcement during today's inventory, Tri-Ace and Square Enix released the big space guns with an announcement of the upcoming Star Ocean series entry, titled Star Ocean: The Divine Force.The Divine Force seeks to follow in…
The fourth cruise ship of the season ‘Viking Orion’ has docked at Port Zante in St.…
Saint Kitts and Nevis: "Viking Orion", an ultra-luxury vessel from Viking Ocean Cruises arrived in Saint Kitts and Nevis on Monday. This is the fourth cruise ship to dock at Zakynthos port and!-->!-->!-->!-->…
REVIEW: Fun and Fantastic ‘Rocky Horror’ is a staple at Rock Island Speakeasy
The latest incarnation of âRocky Horrorâ from the Rock Island Speakeasy to sneak out of the lascivious basement of disrepute is an absolute must, tongue in cheek, tongues in cheeks, saucy riot. Driven…
DESERT ISLAND TWIST – MiG 15
Since their arrival on the scene with their first EP Dials back in 2019, MiG 15 released a handful of clever and melodious singles. The last of them, 'Too little, too late' arrived in August and marries their most…
Duran Duran, “Future Past”: album review
Duran Duran has spent the last decade catching up with his legacy. The 2000s were a time of rebalancing, populated by albums that bore the traces of old Duran Duran but were ultimately just worn out fakes of the sound that made them world…
THE MEMBER SPEAKS | M’sia should ratify treaties to protect our fishermen, the oceans
THE MEMBER SPEAKS | Yesterday, I participated in a regional webinar on the ratification and implementation of the provisions of the 2012 Cape Town Agreement for Asia organized by the International Maritime Organization and PEW Research as…
Madeira, a true subtropical paradise getaway
These elegant Union Castle liners from Cape Town to England used to stop for a day in Funchal, Madeira to restock or refuel or something and all the passengers rushed ashore to buy fortified Madeira wine. cheap and Madeira cake.…
the changing era of cruising
"Africa's most modern marine terminal" was the 1961 title of the Durban Ocean Terminal Construction in the September / October 1961 issue of Trade Links, a newsletter covering industrial and commercial news from the province to the era.And!--sse-->…
Kick alert on the climate emergency
Lisi Herrebrugh and Rushemy Botter, artistic directors of Nina Ricci and founders of the Botter brand, are what we call emerging designers. With this status comes a lot of media attention, which they use to confront the fashion world…
Container ship owners see boom until 2022
The unprecedented demand for container ships will not end anytime soon, according to executives of companies that lease ships to ocean carriers. Their overwhelming confidence is yet another worrying sign for beleaguered freight…
Prescription drugs and class actions don’t mix
Some things were never meant to go together. Oil and water. Ice cream and ketchup. Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort (although fans of the books will quickly point out that Boy Who Lived was in fact inextricably linked with his nemesis).…
Bullish Harbor-Link on Containerized Transport Operations
Harbor-Link Group Bhd is optimistic about its containerized shipping business, which has been driven by strong demand for freight transportation and!-->…
David Alan Miller of Albany Symphony in 30 seasons and over
It's been 30 seasons, around 500 concerts and two Grammys since Albany Symphony Music Director David Alan Miller arrived in the Capital Region. But to him, he doesn't feel like it's been that long.
Miller arrived in the…
Nobel Prize in Physics addresses complexity, both general and climatic
Enlarge / The output of a modern climate model allows us to detect trends despite the chaotic nature of the underlying system.
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Automotive and Tire Industry Outlook for Fall / Winter 2021
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