Jason Gallagher
Jason was a hotel manager for a major national chain in a number of different cities across America. After ten years he left that life and became a chemical reactor operator. He has college degrees in hotel management and sales. He is a video game enthusiast, and through his experience with hotels has hands on experience in a number of different areas including: home/building maintenence, computers, technology, and many other things. He is a big movie and television buff, and enjoys many different areas of entertainment.
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Negotiations Continuing on New Pennsylvania BudgetWhile a compromise was announced late last week, work is continuing via negotiation on the new Pennsylvania budget.
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Falling Gas Prices Stimulate 4th of July TravelFalling gas prices are set to get a record number of travelers onto the road for the 4th of July holiday, and if prices continue to fall, the industry could see a rise in number of leisure travelers.
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2012 HITEC Conference to Feature New Hotel TechnologyThe 2012 HITEC Conference in Baltimore is expected to showcase a number of new technologies that guests could see or experience in hotels across the U.S. soon.
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School Voucher Program Part of Pennsylvania Budget CompromiseA program very similar to the shool budget program voted down in the state House at the end of 2011 is part of a compromise reached for a new Pennsylvania budget.
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Electric Cars Still Priced Too HighIf electric cars are going to be the future of the auto industry in the United States, a few things are going to have to change.
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New Rides and Attractions Driving Competition at Orlando Theme ParksNew attractions are keeping competition among Orlando theme parks hopping in 2012.
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Twitter Takes Two Steps Back with Two OutagesSocial media website Twitter took a few steps back. Two outages in the same day have raised questions about the sites reliability.
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Falling Gas & Oil Prices Not Necessarily Good NewsThe falling state of oil prices and gas prices are not necessarily good news for the overall health of the economy.
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Pennsylvania Budget Agreement in the WorksTop level Pennsylvania lawmakers have reached an agreement to restore funding to several areas that were on tap to be cut by Governor Corbett.
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Free Hotel Wi-Fi Could VanishThe hotel industry is in the process of exploring new ways to make some cash off of travelers who can't bear to leave their devices behind.
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Microsoft Surface Tablets a Great IdeaMicrosoft has gotten tired of watching other tech companies try to unseat the iPad, and has decided to make its own tablet computers.
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Ten of the Best U.S. Women's Soccer Players of All TimeNarrowing down an impressive field of female soccer players to ten seems impossible, but see if your favorite made my list.Also published on:
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Ten 2012 Summer Olympics Men's Soccer Players to WatchThe Olympic tournament in London might seem a bit short on star power, but there are quite a few players that are looking to make an impact.Also published on:
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2012 London Olympic Soccer Terms to KnowSummy Olympic Soccer requires a bit of lingo, and luckily, the terms commentators will throw around seem harder than they are.Also published on:
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Summer Olympic Soccer Rules for Novice WatchersSoccer can seem to have an infinite number of rules, but the rules are intended to keep the game even and a true team affair.Also published on:
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2012 London Summer Olympic Men's Soccer DrawThe 2012 London Summer Olympic soccer draw will feature some impressive games and some exciting players. Here's a look at what the group stages will present.Also published on:
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Pennsylvania Offering Tax Credits for Shell PlanWhile Shell Chemical is ready to build a massive chemical plant in Pennsylvania, the tax credits that will get the deal rolling face a few hurdles in the state legislature.
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Airline Industry Customer Service Scores Take a HitThe average customer service score for the airline industry posted a three point decline according to a survey by J.D. Power and Associates.
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Digital Media Players Offer Different Experiences and PricesVideo streaming is a popular activity on the Internet, and a number of devices allow users to watch shows on their televisions instead of their computers or tablets.
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$1,300 HDTVs Have Great Pictures and Great PricesWhile a top-level HDTV can cost thousands of dollars, a few sets in the $1,300 price range stand out from the competition.
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Laptops From $500 to $600 Provide Power and FlexibilityLaptop computers do not have to be expensive to provide a nice balance of power and versatility.
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32-Inch Televisions Can Be a Great Fit for Many Rooms32-Inch televisions are becoming popular televisions in bedrooms, offices, and parlors, because of their great resolution and reasonable price.
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$400 Tablet Alternatives to the iPadThe iPad might be a popular tablet computer, but there are several nice options to Apple's polished machine.
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Microsoft Steals Some of Nintendo's Thunder at E3A lot of attention is going to go to the new Nintendo Wii gaming console, but Microsoft and the Xbox 360 are going to come away from E3 with some positive word of mouth.
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TSA Fires or Suspends 43 Workers at Florida AirportThe TSA has announced it has fired or suspended 43 workers at a Fort Myers, Florida airport for failing to perform random security checks.
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States Should Just Raise the Gas Tax AlreadyStates are considering moving to a per mile based tax system to help pay for road repairs instead of the old per gallon tax on fuel. However, the states and federal government do not need to know exactly where we are or were.
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Pennsylvania Towns Anticipating Marcellus Shale Impact Fee PaymentsTowns and municipalities across Pennsylvania are eagerly preparing for and awaiting their first payments from the new Marcellus Shale impact fee.
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The Clock is Ticking on RIM and the BlackBerryOnce proud smartphone maker Research in Motion is seeing its troubles increase at a rapid pace, and it might not have a lot of time left.
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Facebook is Going to Be OKAny worry that the falling stock price could make Facebook vanish is greatly exaggerated.
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Nintendo on the Hot Seat for Industry at E3Nintendo badly needs to deliver a hit at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo, for the company and the industry.
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Disney World Announces Admission Price HikeDisney World in Orlando, Florida has joined in the admission ticket hike with Disneyland in California and Universal Studios in Florida.
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Twitter Rides Mobile Web on a Hot StreakWhen it comes to social media, Facebook comes to mind quickly, but Twitter could be set to dethrone the famed social network thanks to a better mobile strategy.
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Summer Travelers Brace for Hotel, Resort FeesWhile the airlines have been making headlines with all the extra fees they charge, the hotel industry is doing a pretty good job of making a few extra dollars on several services as well.
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Free iPod Touch App of the Month: Viggle is a WinnerWhen it comes to free iPod Touch apps, some can be dreadful, but a few like Viggle can be downright rewarding.
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Figuring Out What Video Streaming Option is Best for YouCommitting to a video streaming service can be tricky, as nobody wants to pay for the same content twice.
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Smartwatches Are Not Going to Make ItWhen it comes to tech, smartphones are great, but smartwatches are pretty much a fail.
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How to Tell If a Tablet PC is Right for YouTablet computers can easily replace laptops or desktops for most users. The portable and clever machines are really popping up everywhere.
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Amazon Video on Demand Could Erase Netflix from XBox ConsolesThe release of Amazon Video on Demand on XBox360 consoles spells a lot of trouble for Netflix and Hulu.
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Pennsylvania Uncovers More Than 600 Cases of Welfare FraudA recent audit in Pennsylvania uncovered over 600 cases of welfare fraud, which underscores how serious the state is taking welfare abuse.
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Amazon Adds to Netflix's HeadachesAs if Netflix did not have enough problems, Microsoft and Amazon have teamed up to deliver yet another headache.
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Pennsylvania Governor Faces Possible Staff RealignmentPennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett is facing a reboot of his senior staff amidst public relations problems and issues within his own party.
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Senator Wants Airlines to Give Families a BreakAt least one U.S. Senator wants airlines to give families a break on seat selection fees, but airlines seem unlikely to budge.
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TSA Makes Small Move in the Right DirectionBy giving elderly passengers the chance to keep their shoes and belts on throughout the security screening process, the TSA is making a few strides in the right direction.
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Science Fiction is Coming Closer to RealityWith the success of the Dragon X capsule, science fiction fans have a few reasons to be excited for the next few years.
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Special Election Scheduled to Fill Senate Void in PennsylvaniaLt. Governor Jim Cawley has scheduled August 7 as the date for a special election to fill the state Senate void left by Jane Orie.
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Gas Prices Lower Than Expected for Start of SummerGas prices, while still unusually high, are lower than many experts thought they would be much to the satisfaction of travelers.
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Facebook IPO was a Success for the CompanyWhile Wall Street investors and speculators are bemoaning their lack of profits, Facebook walked away with some serious cash and a successful IPO.
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Disney Cruise Line Arrives in New YorkThe Disney Magic has finally arrived in New York harbor, and is ready to depart for the Caribbean.
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Ohio Casinos a Threat to Pennsylvania Gambling RevenueNew casinos opening in Ohio could be a substantial threat to gaming revenues in Pennsylvania.
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TV Networks Want Auto Hop Put Back on the ShelfTelevision networks are none too happy about Auto Hop, a new feature from The Dish Network that allows consumers to skip commercials entirely.
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Obama, Romney Already Facing OffWith President Obama and Mitt Romney already facing off on several issues, the road to the White House promises to be long indeed.
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Facebook's Camera App Puts Some Fun Back into the GameFacebook concentrating on developing its mobile app is a great idea, and the new camera app is a great way for Apple devices to experience the joy of sharing photos on the social network.
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Prison Reform Hot-Button Issue in PennsylvaniaSpending on prisons costs Pennsylvania taxpayers nearly $2 billion every year, but that amount could be lowered by some prison reform ideas.
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United Discontinues Children Free Early BoardingUnited Airlines became the latest airline to discontinue allowing free early boarding to families with small children, The move comes at a time when airlines saw revenue from baggage fees dip for the first time.
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Advertising is Everybody's Dirty Little SecretUsers and TV watchers might hate advertising, but it provides a lot of money for TV and Internet companies.
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Pennsylvania Seeks to Cap School Districts' Reserve FundsPennsylvania lawmakers are tyring to get school districts across the state to tap into their reserve funds instead of laying off workers or raising taxes.
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U.S. Airlines See Small Drop in Baggage Fee RevenueApparently U.S. airlines have affected the way air travelers pack for vacation, as the industry saw baggage fee revenue fall despite carrying more passengers.
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Despite Rising Costs, Summer Will Have a Few Travel DealsThe 2012 summer travel season will have a few travel deals for those who know where to look and where to stay.
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Utah Should Reward Soda Selling School, Not Fine ItA high school in Utah was fined more than $15,000 for selling soda, but the Department of education should thank the school for pointing out a flaw in the law.
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Pennsylvania Puts Pension Reform in SpotlightPennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett has put pension reform on the top of the state's budgeting priority list.
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Facebook IPO Will Go Down in the 'Like' ColumnWhile Facebook's IPO did not set the investing world on fire, the company can still lay claim to a victory.
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Disneyland Ticket Prices IncreasedVisitors to Disneyland in Anaheim, California should be prepared to pay a little extra for admission to the magic.
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Netflix Successful at Luring One-Time CustomersNetflix is drawing subscribers back into the fold, and could one day rival HBO as a source of entertainment power on the Internet.
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Ex-Patriot Act Does Not Go Far EnoughBy focusing legislation on a group of around 3,000 people for exploiting a loophole, the U.S. is losing sight of millions of people using other means to avoid paying taxes.
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Pennsylvania Making Small Gains in UnemploymentPennsylvania continues to buck the national trend in unemployment by creating jobs and continuing a slow recovery process.
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Hollywood Studios Ready for 2012 Star Wars WeekendsThis time of year Disney's Hollywood Studios transforms for a few weekends into Star Wars Weekends, which are set to kick off on Friday May 18.
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Facebook IPO Will Make Company OvervaluedWhile the Facebook IPO will make a bunch of people very rich, there are some very big questions surrounding the long-term future of the company.
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Pittsburgh Zoo Opens Animal Care CenterThe Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium has officially opened the animal hospital section of The Animal Care Center and will open the visitor portion of the facility in 2013.
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AP-CNBC Poll Shows Problems Ahead for FacebookAn Associated Press-CNBC poll showed a few glaring problems with the Facebook business model, and the social network should be at least a little bit concerned.
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Phone Calls in the Cabin Just Another Headache for TravelersNews that Virgin Atlantic is going to allow passengers to make and receive phone calls in the cabins of aircrafts is just another headache for travelers.
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Memorial Day Travel Expected to See Small IncreaseAAA is forecasting a small increase in the number of people expected to hit the road this Memorial Day Weekend.
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Manchester United's Antonio Valencia Takes Home Honors-A Fan's TakeAt Manchester United's end of the season awards banquet, Antonio Valencia took home three accolades for an outstanding year.
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Facebook Faces Serious ChallengesA recent poll reveals that half of Americans do not expect the Facebook fad to stick around for the long haul.
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Paramount Hotels & Resorts Announced as New Luxury BrandA new luxury hotel brand is making some waves, because it is partnered with Viacom's Paramount Pictures.
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Manchester United Looks to Next Year-A Fan's TakeWith no celebrating to be done, it is already time for Manchester United to look forward to next season.
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Texting While Walking Ban Comes to LightOne New Jersey town is taking distracted and dangerous walkers to task by fining them $85 for texting while walking.
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Google+ Can Catch FacebookIn the battle of social networks, Google+ is trailing Facebook by a wide margin, but the upstart from the Internet search leader still has a nice chance.
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Most Travelers Abide by FAA Electronics BanAt least the majority of passengers abide by the FAA ban on portable electronic devices during taxi, takeoff, and landing.
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Manchester United Wins Match-Loses Title- a Fan's ReactionManchester United may have won the match, but the sqaud failed to win the Barclays Premier League due to Manchester City's victory over QPR.
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Out-of-State Winery Direct Shipments Possibility in PennsylvaniaPennsylvania is considering legislation that would allow out-of-state wineries to ship directly to Pennsylvania customers.
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DOT Fines Airline Before Its First FlightThe U.S. Department of Transportation has fined PEOPLExpress Airlines ten thousand dollars for an advertising violation.
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Networks Should Be Cautious of What Shows They CancelJust a few years ago, when a network cancelled a television show it was gone for good, but now Netflix is bringing shows back into the fold.
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Mobile Users Should Be a Facebook PriorityBy making mobile users a priority Facebook is taking the steps to insure it has a place in the future.
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Manchester United Still Has Hope- a Fan's TakeWhile Manchester United still has hope in the title race, the hope is not exactly thundering with expectation.
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Harry Potter Heading to JapanThe popularity of the "boy who lived" is getting Harry Potter another theme park in Japan, it will be the third "Wizarding World of Harry Potter" theme park in the world.
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Great 19-Inch Televisions Can Be Found for Under $250Lots of people enjoy having a television in the kitchen or office and a 19-inch model is versatile enough to fit anywhere. Luckily, there are a number of great units available for under $250.
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Camcorders in the $300 Price Range Offer a Ton of OptionsShoppers do not have to spend $1,000 on a camcorder to take great video a few times a year. The $300 price range delivers some great cameras and a ton of options.
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Laptops Under $500 Offer Power and PortabilityWhile tablet computers are great, sometimes users still need the power of a laptop. That task can be achieved for under $500.
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Disney Testing Next Generation FastPassDisney is in the progress of testing the next generation of FastPass tickets to further reduce waiting times at attractions throughout the sprawling theme park.
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Education in Pennsylvania Could See Funding RestoredEducation in Pennsylvania could see some funding restored thanks to better than expected tax revenues.
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Orbitz Launches Discount Code and New Ad CampaignOne online travel leader, Orbitz.com, has rolled out a new advertising campaign and a new discount code to entice Americans to travel a bit more this summer.
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Electric RAV4 Has Tough Road to DriveToyota is set to release an electric version of the RAV4 priced around $50,000. Purchase price remains a huge obstacles facing electric vehicles, and this one is worse than the Volt.
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Student Loan Bill Suffering from Political PosturingWhile a piece of legislation that prevents the student loan interest rate from doubling will eventually be passed, both Republicans and Democrats are engaged in a bit of posturing to prove who is right.
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Facebook IPO Will Fund Even More PurchasesFacebook has been on a bit of spending spree, and the money generated from the Facebook IPO will fund even more a shopping spree.
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Microsoft and Barnes & Noble Team Up for Textbook Fight with AppleWhile Apple and the iPad looked like runaway winners in the electronic textbook game, Microsoft and Barnes & Noble are ready to enter the competition.
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Fracking Changes Coming to PennsylvaniaThe fracking industry in Pennsylvania is bracing for a number or challenges and changes coming in 2012.
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Airfares and Fees Set to Rise FurtherEven though average airfares set a record in 2011, fares and fees are set to climb even higher in 2012.
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Tablet Computers in the $200 Price Range Offer Nice OptionsA great tablet computer does not have to cost a ton of money. Some of the units in the $200 price range answer just about every user's demands.
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$99 Xbox with Subscription Another Great Microsoft IdeaRumors are flying that Microsoft could start selling the Xbox for $99 complete with Kinect sensor as long as customers don't mind signing a two year data agreement.
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Houston Family Locked in Restaurant Should Know BetterThe old argument over mandatory gratuity has again surfaced, this time in Texas.
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Wal-Mart's Disc to Digital Service a Great InvestmentFolks who want to be able to stream copies of movies they already own can do so for the low price of $2 or $5 per film thanks to the disc to digital service offered by Wal-Mart.
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Printers for Under $70 Offer Impressive ValuesShoppers looking to save money on a new printer can find several great options for under $70.
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Fate of Pennsylvania Casino License in QuestionWhen the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board decided to revoke the license of Foxwoods, it set off a flurry of debate about the extra casino license in the Keystone State.
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Camcorders in the $800 to $1,200 Price Range Bring Professional ResultsFolks looking to take their hobby or business to the next level should take a look at the great cameras available in the $800 to $1,200 price range.
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Vizio VTAB Compares Well to Kindle Fire and Nook ColorThe entry level category of tablet computers can be confusing, but the Vizio Vtab1008 makes things a little more simple.
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Target is Sending Amazon a Message by Removing the Kindle FamilyTarget has announced plans to stop selling the Kindle family of products, and the discount retailer just might be sending Amazon a message.
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Amazon Should Concentrate on Content for the Kindle FireWhile rumors are swirling that Amazon is going to create a smartphone, the company needs to concentrate on developing content for the Kindle Fire and Video on Demand service.
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Pennsylvania Budget Planning Process Could Be Easier Than ExpectedPennsylvania's budget planning process could be a bit easier with more tax revenue collected thant expected, which is a trend that is expected to continue for at least the rest of 2012.
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Kayak Wins Three Webby AwardsKayak.com asserted its presence in the online travel world by taking home three Webby awards, two of which were decided by users.
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How to Restore ITunes, App Store, or FaceTime Icons to Your IPod TouchMachines can be funny things and sometimes icons get jumbled around, but restoring factory installed software on the iPod Touch, iPad, and iPhone is not a complicated procedure.
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3D Blu-ray Players for Under $160 Offer a Ton of OptionsWhile 3D Blu-ray players once cost a ton of cash, today some quality units can be picked up for under $160.
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Online Ratings for Review Sites Just Add to ConfusionAn online rating system for online review sites just adds to the confusion of what site to trust and what site to avoid.
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Pennsylvania Voter ID Law Under FireA few organizations are getting ready to file a lawsuit to keep Pennsylvania's voter ID law from taking effect.
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Marriott Bringing Back Free Night Promotion for SummerMarriott is doing what it can to offset any travel reductions for the summer of 2012 by bringing back the popular free night stay promotion.
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Manchester United Drops Title Lead to Manchester City - a Fan's TakeManchester United lost more than the game to Manchester City, the red squad lost the lead of the Barclay's Premier League to the blue side.
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The Manchester Derby - a Fan's TakeWhen Manchester United and Manchester City face off on Monday the match will affect the outcome of the league title, which means the stakes do not get any bigger.
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Manchester United 2012 Player of the Year Award - a Fan's TakeThere are several players deserving of the 2012 Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year honors, but these three stand out.
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Getting 'Draw Something' on the Kindle Fire is a Great MoveNow that "Draw Something" is officially available on the Kindle Fire, the app is accessible by millions of users who are new to the social drawing game, which will lead to positive returns.
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Netflix is in Serious TroubleIf the ill-received price hike was bad news, Netflix is in even more trouble this time around.
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Epcot Flower & Garden Festival in Full SwingThe 2012 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is in full swing and is impressing visitors from all over the globe.
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Planetary Resources Will Have the Last LaughPlanetary Resources might seem like a science fiction tale of asteroid mining, but the dollars being floated around are very real and should be taken seriously.
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Wal-Mart's Pay-With-Cash Program is BrilliantWhile letting customers order goods online and having them trek to the store to pay for them seems a bit crazy, it is a genius move that could net some serious dollars.
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Travel and Vacation Insurance Not Just for Overly CautiousOnce upon a time, travel and vacation insurance was a product for the overly cautious, now anyone with a few thousand dollars riding a trip should consider the product.
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Pennsylvania Air Quality Improving SlowlyThe qualtiy of air in two of Pennsylvania's largest cities is improving, but it is getting better slowly.
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Voters Already Know November Will Bring a Close ElectionVoters across America are being notified by the media that the November will bring a close election, but everybody already knew that.
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Airfare Increases and Fees Likely to Rise for SummerWhile airfare hikes will be part of the 2012 summer travel season, airlines will be aware not to price their seats too high.
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Facebook Should Pay Attention to NetflixFacebook should be taking notes on how bad decisions and lack of growth can punish a stock price, just like what is happening to Netflix.
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Netflix Stock Price Emphasizes Supporting Role of ServiceNetflix might once have been kind of the video streaming arena, but now the service is a better compliment to pay per view services.
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Pennsylvania Residents Get First Look at Voter ID BillThe primary election is the first time Pennsyvlania voters will get a look at the new voter ID bill signed into law earlier this year.
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Fuel Costs Not the Only Car Rental Fee AroundTravelers who have rented cars likely already know about refueling costs at the counter, but there are other fees that should concern anyone considering renting a vehicle.
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College No Longer Makes Automatic Sense for StudentsMassive debt payments and little hopes of job prospects has dampened the once automatic goal of attending college.
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Starbucks Partnering with Disney is a Good IdeaThe recent announcement that Starbucks will soon open cafes on Disney property is a win-win scenario for both companies and guests.
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BitTorrent Lawsuit Little More Than a Stepping StoneWhile Voltage Pictures is ready to play hardball with Internet pirates, the lawsuit is nothing more than a roadblock because of the massive wealth on the line.
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Manchester United Making it Interesting - a Fan's TakeA 4-4 draw with Everton helps Manchester United keep the fate of the Barclays Premier League up for grabs for at least another week.
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Retirement is the New American DreamWhile owning a home was once the pinnacle of the American experience, retirement is supplanting home ownership as the official American dream.
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TSA Needs to Turn Exception into a RuleA TSA agent was instrumental in returning nearly $10,000 dollars its rightful owner; however, the agency needs to make that exception of customer service the rule.
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Zynga Improves 'Draw Something' with UpdateWhen Zynga acquired the popular app "Draw Something" the game could have been ruined; however, the company has made the game even better with a few nice tweaks.
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Sixth Attempted Airfare Hike of Year UnderwayDelta Airlines has started the sixth attempted airfare hike of 2012. Whether or not it is successful should be known by Thursday.
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Windows 8 is Enough to Get Microsoft Back on TopWhile Android and Apple have been flourishing, Microsoft has sat back and is ready to take tablets and computers to the next level with Windows 8.
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An iPad Mini Would Solidify Apple's Grasp on Tablet MarketWhile Apple has a stranglehold on the tablet PC market, a smaller less expensive model would solidify the company's lead and enhance its market position.
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Can One Studio Decide the Video Streaming Competition?Can one studio with a ton of family related offerings decide the video streaming competition? Disney has so far just banked on a Google and YouTube partnership, and could decide the fate of the industry.
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Automated Retail is the FutureAll those automated retail kiosks are the future of shopping in America.
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Wal-Mart and UltraViolet Ready to Move to the TopWal-Mart has added DreamWorks to the DVD to digital conversion service, which just adds more reason for folks to start transferring their libraries.
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Pennsylvania No. 2 State in Gambling RevenuePennsylvania is in the process of cementing its position as the number two gaming state in America.
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Airlines Turning to Lounges to Lure Corporate TravelersThe airline lounge has again become an important weapon in an airline's battle to win the lucrative corporate traveler.
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Facebook Makes a Good Move Buying InstagramThe purchase of Instagram is a great move for Facebook that might help the app achieve a new level of notoriety.
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Self-Checkout Lanes Taking JobsThose self checkout lines at local retail stores are costing jobs, not great jobs, but jobs, for a lot of people.
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Star Wars Weekends Set for 2012 at Disney WorldStar Wars Weekends are set to make a return to Hollywood Studios at Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
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Manchester United Move 8-Points Clear- a Fan's TakeManchester United have moved 8-points clear in the title race thanks to a 2-0 win over QPR and a 1-0 Manchester City loss to Arsenal.
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Santorum Needs Pennsylvania VictoryRick Santorum is faced with the unenviable position of having to win a state that ejected him from public office six years ago to keep his White House hopes alive.
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Pennsylvania Sells Confiscated TSA Items OnlineTravelers wondering whatever happened to that screwdriver, pocket knife, or cricket bat that the TSA made them leave behind can stop wondering, because the items are for sale in a warehouse and online auction.
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Virgin Atlantic Leak Could Have Had Serious ConsequencesVirgin Atlantic is lucky nothing serious resulted from the alleged leak of celebrity flight plans.
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Free Wi-Fi Replaces Free Breakfast as Top Hotel AmenityFree breakfast used to be the priority for travelers in selecting their accommodations, but the food has been replaced by technology.
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Gas Prices Not the President's FaultThe rising price of gasoline is not the fault of President Obama, regardless of what Republicans want everyone to think.
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Pennsylvania Lawmakers OK Shrinking General AssemblyA constitutional amendment that would shrink the size of the Pennsylvania Legislature has passed the state House, which is the first step in a long drawn out process.
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Paramount-YouTube Deal Shakes Video Streaming WorldBy getting a deal done with Paramount, YouTube is making a big play for even more streaming video dollars.Also published on:
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Google Versus Facebook Really About Advertising DollarsWhile on the surface Google and Facebook are going head-to-head over social network success, the battle is really about advertising dollars.
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L.A. Galaxy Having a Dreadful Start: A Fan's TakeThe LA Galaxy are not having the sort of start to the MLS Cup defense the team and its fans were hoping for. The squad need to turn things around, soon.
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New Burger King Menu Still Lacks Something DifferentWhile Burger King should be applauded for making a major menu change, the hamburger place still lacks something different to really drive customers into its restaurants.
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Travelers Should Be Happy About the Carry-On Bag FeeAllegiant Air has jumped on a carry-on bag fee, and travelers should be happy.
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Manchester United Defeat Blackburn - a Fan's TakeIt took more than 80 minutes but Manchester United were finally able to wear down Blackburn on route to a 2-0 win.
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Americans and States Need Larger Lottery JackpotsLarger lottery jackpots draw media coverage and get a lot of hype from non-regular players, which means more large jackpots are necessary.
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Four Lower Priced Alternatives to the New iPad 3While the iPad 3 might be gaining a lot of attention from Apple fans, there are a few alternatives to the cutting edge tablet that offer great user experiences without the price tag starting at $500.
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Liquor Store Privatization Resurfaces in PennsylvaniaLiquor privatization has been a hot topic in Pennsylvania for a while, and the buzz words will be making a come back in a few months time.
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Get Ready for a Ton of Titanic-Related EventsWith the 100th Anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic coming fast, travelers and history buffs can catch a glimpse of several Titanic-related openings and event across the globe.
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Amazon Has a Long Road to Catch AppleWith news that an Apple device is present in half of U.S. households, Amazon is playing serious catch up.
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Best Buy Closings a Sign of Electronic TimesBest Buy has decided to close some large stores in favor of opening more smaller stores. As long as the new facilities are staffed properly, it could be a good idea.
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RIM FInally Makes a Good DecisionResearch In Motion has decided to focus on corporate customers and leave the general consumer market behind. This is a great decision that will help build a stronger company.
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Manchester United Must Take Advantage of Blackburn --A Fan's TakeManchester United needs to come out strong against Blackburn and hammer home a large victory to take all the steam out of City's sails.
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Google Hits Another April Fools' Day Home Run with Gmail TapThe folks at Google have hit another home run with a nice April Fools prank involving learning Morse Code.
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New Pennsylvania Bicycle Law Takes Effect MondayA new traffic law concerning a safety zone vehicles must give bicycles takes effect Monday April 2 in Pennsylvania.
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JetBlue Shows Big Airlines How It's DoneWhen it comes to customer service the smaller airlines are kicking the tails of the big airlines, and JetBlue showed why earlier this week.
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Harry Potter Studio Tour Has Grand OpeningVisitors looking to get a glimpse of what life was like on the set of the Harry Potter films need only book a trip to England for a firsthand look.
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Parents Need to Monitor Their Own Technology and Their Kids'Experts warn parents to monitor their childrens' technology activities, but parents need to pay attention to their own as well.
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Pennsylvania Could Cut Legislature by 50While still a long way off, the number of Pennsylvania House members in Harrisburg could fall by 50 within the next decade thanks to a new bill making rounds.
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Disney's Art of Animation Resort Set to Open EarlyThe newest Disney resort at Disney World is set to be finished ahead of schedule.
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Knowing Destination of Wagers Could Affect State LotteriesIf lottery players knew the clear odds and likely destination of their lottery wagers, would the jackpots still grow as quickly?
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How to Use a Second FaceTime Account with Another Apple iPodSetting up a house full of Apple products to be customized to different users of the same iCloud is much easier than anyone can realize. -
Like Canada, the U.S. Should Get Rid of the PennyNow that Canada has broken the ice, it is time for the U.S. to follow suit and get rid of the penny.
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Mega Million's $640 Million Jackpot Stokes DreamsDreaming about an easy life is something that a $500 million jackpot can inspire in everybody.
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Pennsylvania State Police Barracks in JeopardyBudget cuts across Pennsylvania have spread the state police force thin. Retirements and funding issues have put additional stress on the agency as well.
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Airfares Rise to Offset Rising Fuel PricesAir carriers raised fares for the third time in 2012 in an effort to offset rising jet fuel prices.
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Cash Mobs an Interesting Idea to Help Local BusinessesCash Mobs present a nice way for folks to give back to local businesses, and give local merchants a chance to gain some new customers.
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New York Port Authority Wants to Collect from Disruptive PassengersA new policy could allow the New York Port Authority to fine disruptive passengers for in-flight delays.
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Near Record Mega Millions Jackpot Has Long OddsThe near record Mega Millions jackpot features some long odds, but the chances of winning are zero if you don't play.
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Some Pennsylvania Towns Set to Challenge New Fracking LawNot every town in Pennsylvania is thrilled with the new Marcellus Shale regulations set to take effect on April 13, and a few are planning to file a lawsuit to stop the measure from taking effect.
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Tracking School Attendance Electronically is a Little CrazyA school in Brazil has implanted school uniforms with tracking devices, which seems a bit crazy.
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Manchester United Defeat Fulham, Move to Top of Table: A Fan's TakeManchester United managed a 1-0 victory over Fulham to move to the top of the table thanks to the stunning form of Wayne Rooney.
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Human Communication Skills Need to Return to the WorkplaceThe thought of someone's Facebook account affecting their employment situation is crazy, managers need to learn to talk to people.
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The World Could Use a Little More Adventure SpiritEven though James Cameron is rich and famous, using his celebrity to advance the adventure spirit is not a bad thing.
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FAA Open to Changing Electronics Takeoff, Taxi and Landing RuleThe Federal Aviation Administration is open to testing the theories regarding interference from electronic devices during taxi, takeoff, and landing.
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Pennsylvania DEP to Host Webinars for Fracking QuestionsThe Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is set to help answer any questions residents might have concerning the new natural gas industry regulations coming into effect soon.
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High Gas Prices Need to Be Met with New TechnologiesAmerica and the world need to find a different fuel source, and not just complain about high gas prices.
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US Airways Merger with American Could Be Positive Step ForwardThe airline industry is enjoying some nice profitability, and US Airways is looking to compound that benefit by acquiring bankrupt American Airlines.
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College is Just Another BusinessThe rising costs of tuition should be proof enough to students across the country that education is just another business.
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'The Hunger Games' a Powerful Tourism Commercial for North CarolinaNow that the massively popular book series has come to life as a movie, "The Hunger Games" is ready to be one big commercial to boost tourism in North Carolina.
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Social Media Background Checks Crossing the LineEmployers requesting Facebook passwords of potential employees is only the beginning of social media background checks.
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Pennsylvania Traffic-Related Fatalities DecreaseThe Keystone State had its second best year ever when it comes to traffic related deaths in 2011.
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New Ben & Jerry's Flavor Proves Company is a Top-Level MarketerWhen it comes to marketing, other companies would pay great money to have Ben & Jerry's type of success.
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The iPad Will Always Be the Most Popular Tablet ComputerIf the world of tablet computers was a popularity contest, the Apple iPad would be the winner each and every single year.