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Germany's Cash for Clunkers Black-Market Scandal

Aug. 7, 2009
Germany's hugely popular cash-for-clunkers program is giving a boost to the black market, as cars meant for crushing are sold abroad instead
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Russian Maria Sharapova signs autographs after winning her French Open womens first round match against Romanian Alexandra Cadantu at Roland Garros in Paris on May 29, 2012. Sharapova defeated Cadantu 6-0, 6-0 to advance to the next round. UPI/David Silpa