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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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Pennsylvania Justice Joan Orie Melvin and Sister Found GuiltyA suspended Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice, and her sister, were found guilty of several charges, which mirror convictions against a third sister last year.
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Princess Cruises and Whimsic Alley Unveil Harry Potter-Themed CruiseUntil now the "Boy who lived" has managed to escape the themed cruise market, but Princess Cruises and Whimsic Alley are ready to change that.
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Travel Inudstry Betting on Different Trends in 2013When it comes to making guests and passengers happy, the travel industry needs to bet on different trends in 2013 as desires and demands change.
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Airline Fees Increasingly Important to the IndustryAll those baggage fees, ticket change fees, and fees for water and peanuts really add up for airlines across the globe.
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Christmas Airfare Deals Likely to Be Few and Far BetweenFor veteran travelers, hitting the sky around the holiday comes with a certain amount of experience, but this year everyone will be paying a little bit more to get home for the holiday.
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Pennsylvania Pension Funds Face $41 Billion ShortfallWith revelations that Pennsylvania's pension accounts for state workers are facing massive shortfalls, Governor Tom Corbett is facing some difficult decisions ahead.
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Pennsylvania Poll Gives Edge in Approval Numbers to Obama and DemocratsA recent poll from Quinnipiac University gives an approval rating edge to President Obama over Governor Tom Corbett in Pennsylvania.
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Another Storm System Threatens to Derail Thanksgiving Holiday Travel PlansAfter Hurricane Sandy and another storm canceled flights and cause chaos with travel plans earlier this month, another storm threatens to derail travel plans for the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Pennsylvania Voter ID Law Moves Back into View After ElectionNow that the election is done and gone, the Pennsylvania voter ID law is again front and center.
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Planes Expected to Be Near Capacity for Thanksgiving Travel SeasonAirlines are expecting planes to be 90 percent full for Thanksgiving, which means overhead bin space will be a premium.
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Pennsylvania State-Owned Universities Brace for Faculty Strike VoteThe faculty at 14 state owned colleges and universities in Pennsylvania are bracing for the results of strike vote this week that could force the facilities to close.
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Thanksgiving Travel Forecast Calls for More Travelers and Fewer Miles TraveledDespite an increase in the number of travelers on the Thanksgiving holiday, higher prices are expected to keep most people close to home.
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Pennsylvania DOT Unveils Two Programs Aimed at Saving LivesThe Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has unveiled two programs aimed at saving the lives of residents involved in emergency situations.
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Fate of Marijuana Tourism Still UndecidedDespite passing legislation that would clear the way for marijuana tourism, Washington and Colorado still have federal hoops to clear before the segment could become mainstream.
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Airlines Improved On-Time Service Record in SeptemberAirlines managed to increase their on-time service records for the month of September by getting around 83-percent of flights to destinations at the scheduled time.
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Thanksgiving Flights Expected to Be Full and ExpensiveAircraft are expected to be nearly 90-percent full and the average airfare will be nearly $390 for the 2012 Thanksgiving holiday travel season.
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Second Storm Piles on Airline Cancellations in New York AreaAnother storm is heading toward the New York area and piling on the airline cancellations.
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Despite Improvements Air Travel Still a HassleDespite some improvements at the airport and in the aircrafts, air travel still poses a headache for travelers.
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Gas Prices Have Steepest Decline in Four YearsThe price of a gallon of gas has experienced the sharpest decline in four years, as Sandy and soft demand have combined to give drivers a mild break.
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Universal Answers Disney's Star Wars Purchase with Transformers RideWhile the heads of Star Wars fans are still spinning over the Disney buyout, Universal Studios plans to bring the successful Transformers ride to Florida.
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Airlines Expected to Collect $36 Billion in Fees in 2012Globally, airlines are expected to collect more than $36 billion in 2012 from baggage fees, ticket change fees, and other types of ancillary revenue.
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High-Speed Rail Projects Could Compete with Short AirfaresHigh-speed rail projects could one day help travelers shrink those massive airfare bills.
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Thanksgiving Airfares Going to Be Higher Than Last YearAnyone looking to book airfares over the Thanksgiving holiday season might want to consider booking early to avoid paying even higher prices to visit with friends and family.
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TSA Replacing X-ray Body ScannersThe TSA has begun replacing the old X-ray body scanning machines in larger airports, but the move has nothing to do with passenger safety.
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Disney Announces Year-Long Theme Park PromotionDisney has upped the ante for 2013 by announcing a promotional campaign called "Limited Time Magic."
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Airport Security Facing Hurdles to ImprovementsAirport security is going to be tested further if the number of passengers continues to increase, and there are a number of challenges facing the screening process.
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Pennsylvania Set to Dispense Money from Fracking Impact FeeThe first round of checks from the Marcellus Shale legislation passed in February are getting ready to be dispensed to Pennsylvania towns and cities.
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Southwest Revives United's Fare HikeIn a move rarely seen, discount air carrier Southwest has revived a fare increase United was set to give up on.
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Pennsylvania Auditor General Pushing for Tattoo Law ChangesThe Auditor General for Pennsylvania is pushing legislators to enact a few regulations on what is becoming a popular business.
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Business Travel Challenges Expected for the Rest of 2012Business travelers are an attractive market segment throughout the travel industry, but the segment is traveling less and spending more because of high prices.
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Loose Seats Not the Only Problem with American AirlinesAmerican Airlines is facing labor issues, maintenance issues, and flight performance issues. The nation's third largest carrier is also battling from bankruptcy, in addition to the loose seat problem.
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One Month Until Spirit Airlines' $100 Carry-on Bag FeeAbout one month remains before Spirit officially begins charging up to $100 for a carry-on bag.
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Pennsylvania Voter ID Law Suspended for November ElectionThe same judge that upheld the Pennsylvania voter ID law over the summer has altered his ruling to block the controversial law until 2013 after the state Supreme Court ordered him to reconsider his decision.
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Shell Proposes to Pay Some Taxes Despite Pennsylvania Tax Exempt StatusPennsylvania is working hard to make sure Royal Dutch Shell builds a massive facility in Western Pennsylvania, and has proposed to pay some taxes despite getting tax exempt status from the state.
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Dolly Parton Drops Out of Planned Nashville Water ParkDolly Parton and The Dollywood Company have pulled out of a deal with Gaylord Entertainment to build a water and snow theme park in the Nashville area.
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U.S. State Department Issues Travel Warning for LibyaThe United States State Department has issued a travel warning for Libya and other parts of Northern Africa.
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Cedar Point Named Best Amusement Park in the World - AgainAmusement Today handed out its 2012 Golden Ticket Awards, and an amusement park in Ohio took home the top prize for the 15th year in a row.
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Pennsylvania's Marcellus Shale Impact Fee Raises $200 MillionThe first round of payments for the new Marcellus Shale impact fee has reached Pennsylvania, and with over $200 million in revenue the state and many municipalities are gearing up to improve infrastructure.
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Pennsylvania Playing Hardball with U.S. Justice DepartmentTop ranking Pennsylvania officials have asked the U.S. Justice Department to sign a confidentiality agreement before any documents related to the new voter ID law are handed over.
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Pennsylvania Court Upholds Voter ID LawA Pennsylvania court has upheld the controversial voter ID law, but opponents of the legislation have vowed to appeal.
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Spirit Airlines Being Sued for Passenger Usage FeeSpirit Airlines, which has always used fees to supplement low ticket prices, is being sued in Florida for deceptive practices surrounding the Passenger Usage Fee.
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U.S. Airlines Improve On-Time PerformanceU.S. airlines have improved on-time performance and mishandled bags to record levels, but still suffer from an increase in complaints.
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Penn State Trustees Seeking to Appeal NCAA SanctionsThe trustees of Penn State University are just one group looking to appeal the harsh sanctions placed upon the university by the NCAA.
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United Leads Eighth Airfare Hike in Two-Week PeriodUnited Airlines is leading the way on the eighth airfare hike of 2012 amidst airfares costing travelers an all-time high.
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Pennsylvania Ready to Put Scholarship Program for Failing Schools to TestPennsylvania has announced the bottom 15 percent of schools, and those students are eligible to receive scholarships to different schools under a new state plan.
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Hotel Guest Satisfaction Scores Take a DipHotel guest satisfaction scores have taken a dip according to a J.D. Power and Associates survey, and the survey revealed a few interesting trends for hotel guests.
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Pennsylvania Organizations to Get Refunds of $11.5 MillionA number of Pennsylvania organizations are set to receive refunds in the amount of $11.5 million as part of a nationwide bond bidding settlement.
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Pennsylvania Voter ID Law Draws Attention of Justice DeparmentPennsylvania's new voter ID law has now drawn the attention of the U.S. Justice Department, and now faces a bit of an uncertain future.
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7th Airfare Hike of 2012 is the 4th Successful IncreaseAirlines recently completely the fourth successful airfare increase of 2012, but travelers will likely not see too many more increases for the rest of the year.
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Penn State Receives Harsh Sanctions from NCAAThe NCAA has announced several harsh sanctions against Penn State University for its role in the Jerry Sandusky scandal.
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Airline Fees Keeping U.S. Airlines in the BlackWhile travelers might be frustrated facing the a la carte offering of services from airlines, those fees have helped keep airlines profitable during challenging times.
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Pennsylvania June Unemployment Rate Rises to 7.5Pennsylvania experienced its fourth straight month of flat job growth, and it would have been worse if not for a seasonal bump.
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American Airlines Gets Bankruptcy ExtensionA federal judge has given American Airlines an extension on presenting a plan to get the troubled airline out of bankruptcy.
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Pennsylvania Voter ID Law Being Challenged in CourtThe American Civil Liberties Union has filed suit trying to stop a law requiring voter identification for voters before casting a vote.
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Southwest Posts $228 Million Profit for Second QuarterAfter a disappointing first quarter performance, Southwest Airlines reported a $228 million profit for the second quarter of 2012 and hopes to drive performance for the rest of the year.
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I'm Not Convinced the U.S. Is Moving the Right DirectionEven though a poll shows minor improvement, I'm not convinced the country is heading in the right direction.
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Pennsylvania Ready to Use Public-Private Partnerships to Solve Infrastructure ConcernsPennsylvania has paved the way to allow private companies to finance expensive infrastructure projects in exchange for lease payments or tolls for its crumbling roads and bridges.
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Needles Found in Delta Airlines SandwichesA few passengers got more than they bargained for when six needles were found in sandwiches aboard Delta Airlines flights from Amsterdam, luckily only one person was injured.
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Paterno Family Set for Own Review of Freeh ReportThe family of legendary coach Joe Paterno is set to begin their own investigation into allegations made in the Freeh Report.
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Disney Brings Back Free Dining Plan for the Rest of 2012Disney World has brought back its free dining plan for certain dates for the remainder of 2012.
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Freeh Report Points Finger at Penn State Top Executives, LeadersThe long awaited conclusion to an internal investigation into the Jerry Sandusky scandal at Penn State University was release, and PSU's leadership and executives took a lot of heat.
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FAA Fines Delta Nearly $1 Million for Slow RepairsThe Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a fine against the nation's second largest carrier for making slow repairs to two separate aircraft.
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Pennsylvania Universities Hike Tuition by 3 PercentThe Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education agreed to a 3 percent tuition hike for the 2012-2013 academic year, and state-related universities are aiming for the same minimal increase.
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Last Minute Summer Airfare Travel Deals Still AvailableDeals on last minute summer airfares are starting to pop up, and a well informed traveler has the best chance to snag a great fare.
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Pennsylvania Facing Backlash for Voting PoliciesPennsylvania is facing backlash from a new voter ID law and a lawsuit claiming the state did not comform to the National Voter Registration Act of 1993.
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Manchester United Has Four Olympians - a Fan's TakeManchester United has four players ready to compete in the Olympics, and Ryan Giggs will be the captain of Team Great Britain.Also published on:
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Manchester United Offseason Moves - a Fan's TakeHas Manchester United done enough in the offseason to make themselves a better football club? Yes, but they could have done more.Also published on:
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June's Job Report Signals a Change in Leadership Might Be NeededA change in leadership is probably needed unless a drastic turnaround occurs.
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Financially & Educationally Distressed Schools Get Attention from PennsylvaniaA few pieces of legislation that accompanied the Pennsylvania budget address schools and school districts that are distressed with regards to education and finances.
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L.A. Galaxy Showing Major Signs of Improvement: A Fan's TakeWhile the LA Galaxy have not been the most tremendous side this year in the MLS, the squad had a nice showing in the California Clasico and could be on the verge of breaking out.Also published on:
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Education Reform Moving Along in PennsylvaniaThe state House passed a new teacher evaluation law in Pennsylvania, but with budget negotiations heating up the bill could wait until after fall elections.
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Pennsylvania Budget on Track for Gov. Corbett Before DeadlineFor the second year in a row Pennsylvania is on track to have a spending plan in place before a midnight June 30 deadline. The new plan holds the level on certain items, yet cuts a few major programs.
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Live Television on Southwest the Newest Optional Airline FeeAirline fees have become a staple of the airline industry, and every year new fees pop up. Southwest is experimenting with allowing travelers to access live television while in the air.
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Pennsylvania Prison Reform Nearly a Done DealPennsylvania has passed a prison reform program that only awaits the signature of Governor Tom Corbett. The program is designed to decrease costs yet increase public safety.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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$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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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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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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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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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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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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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: