It's believed that Moenjodaro had already fallen into economic decline when an invading army attacked, delivering the sudden fatal blow.

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The sudden current of air was powerful enough to blow tiles and masonry from the home of Patricia Hills in Old Windsor, Berkshire.

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That is because Japan's fifth-largest auto maker produces about 71% of its cars at home and exports roughly 80% of them, meaning a move in the currency can deliver a heavy blow or sudden windfall.

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The sudden absence of their leader would be a major blow to the Lakers as they struggle through a tumultuous season to make the playoffs.

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JDS' record loss is just the latest blow to a sector already reeling from the sudden slump in sales to telecoms operators.

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