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EPA is sued over smog in Los Angeles Basin

“Environmental and public health groups filed suit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencyon Monday, saying the agency has failed to force officials to crack down on smog in the Los Angeles Basin.

The suit contends the EPA missed a May deadline to, in effect, determine whether the ozone level in the region is hazardous to public health. Such a determination could trigger tougher limits on pollution from cars, trucks, ships and refineries.”
EPA is sued over smog in Los Angeles Basin via Ashlie Rodriguez – LA Times

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Ford's unlikely comeback: By the numbers

“The American auto giant was in dire straits just two years ago. Now it’s reporting some of its biggest profits in 13 years

The original Detroit powerhouse bounced back by refocusing on smaller, fuel-efficient vehicles, such as the Ford Fiesta, and eschewing the gas-guzzling SUVs and pickup trucks that had fueled past profits.”
Ford’s unlikely comeback: By the numbers via The Week

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