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MCC Smart City Coupes, which are 2.5 metres short, are waiting to be sold while standing on six floors of the 'Smart' centre in Dresden, Germany, 28 September 1998. Car company DaimlerChrysler has to decided on a restructuring program which is worth several billion euros for its lossy compact car brand smart. Among other things a noticeable reduction of staff is planned. The production of the unsuccessful Roadster will be ceased at the end of 2005, the planned smart SUV formore will not be built. With the new business model the compact brand is supposed to be put on a business solid basis. It is the goal to achieve the break even in 2007, announced the company on Friday 01 April 2005. EPA/MATTHIAS HIEKEL


Miss Universe, Jennifer Hawkins smiles as she is presented the crown to the new winnner at last night's Miss Universe Australia beauty pageant at the Skycity Darwin Casino, Friday 01 April 2005. Michelle Guy, a teenager from Perth, toppled 23 other national finalists to be named Miss Universe Australia. EPA


The winner of last night's Miss Universe Australia beauty pageant Michelle Guy after being presented with her crown, sash and flowers, Friday 01 April 2005 in Darwin. Ms Guy, a teenager from Perth, toppled 23 other national finalists to be named Miss Universe Australia in front of a sell out audience at the Skycity Darwin Casino. EPA