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SPJ Press Notes
Reporter covering fire evacuates
L.A. Times writer Catherine Saillant on covering California wildfires while simultaneously evacuating her home.
May 4 Saturday - http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/cnn_topstories/~3/42a1ujYKZyw/
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Media ReDEFined by jason hirschhorn
Is MindMeld app useful or creepy?
Kristie Lu Stout and NewYorker.com's Nicholas Thompson take on the great gadget debate: privacy versus utility ...
May 1 Wednesday - http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/cnn_tech/~3/zhsNfXpoCoA/
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Media ReDEFined by jason hirschhorn
How texting makes people smarter
Linguist John McWhorter explains why texting is actually enhancing young people's language skills.
April 30 Tuesday - http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/cnn_tech/~3/bjqgVLnWL7w/
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SPJ Press Notes
Bruises and cuts from blast
A reporter on the scene in Prague describes the explosion that injured dozens of people.
April 29 Monday - http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/cnn_topstories/~3/WEuTrLfE4qA/
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via dzone.com
I’m still here: back online after a year without the internet
I'd read enough blog posts and magazine articles and books about how the internet makes us lonely, or stupid, or lonely and stupid, that I'd begun to believe them.
May 5 Sunday - http://www.dzone.com/links/r/im_still_here_back_online_after_a_year_without_th.html
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The Verge
I’m still here: back online after a year without the internet
I was wrong. One year ago I left the internet. I thought it was making me unproductive. I thought it lacked meaning. I thought it was "corrupting my soul." It's a been a year now since I "surfed the web" or "checked my email" or "liked" anything with a figurative rather than literal thumbs up. I've managed to stay disconnected, ...
May 1 Wednesday - http://www.theverge.com/2013/5/1/4279674/im-still-here-back-online-after-a-year-without-the-internet
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Daring Fireball
Laugh It Up, Fuzz Ball
66 behind-the-scenes photos from The Empire Strikes Back. ★ ...
April 27 Saturday - http://imgur.com/a/HGtG0
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BBC News
World’s first 3D-printer gun fired
The world’s first gun made using a 3D printer is successfully tested in the US by a group planning to make the blueprints available online.
May 5 Sunday - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-22421185
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HuffingtonPost.com
More Than Half Of Ground Turkey Contaminated With Fecal Bacteria, Says Study
More than half of ground turkey samples are contaminated with fecal bacteria, according to a new study from Consumer Reports. In addition, the magazine found that more than 90 percent of the ground turkey samples it tested contained at least one of the five bacteria the test was looking for -- salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus, E. coli, enterococcus and campylobacter (though ...
April 30 Tuesday - http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/30/ground-turkey-study-fecal-bacteria_n_3186285.html
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TidBITS
External Link: 20 Years of the World Wide Web in the Public Domain
On 30 April 1993, the organization behind the creation of the Web, CERN, officially put the World Wide Web project software — line-mode client, basic server, and common code library — into the public domain. And thus was history written by Tim Berners-Lee, with significant help by Robert Cailliau. You can now read more of that history, and see both ...
May 1 Wednesday - http://info.cern.ch/
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Huffington Post : Media
Anne Frank's Diary Too Pornographic For 7th Grade, Claims Parent
Since being published in the Netherlands in 1947, "The Diary of Anne Frank" has become a staple in American classrooms. But that may be changing for students at Northville school district in Michigan, where a parent claims a version of the book is "pornographic" and too explicit for some middle school students. Last week, Gail Horalek filed a formal complaint ...
April 29 Monday - http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/29/anne-frank-diary-pornographic-7th-grade-michigan-parent_n_3180134.html
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BIZPAC Review
Rear admiral wont back down from ‘Constitutional right’ to share faith
Rear Adm. William D. Lee In the wake of last week’s shocking news that the Pentagon is threatening to punish those who share their religious beliefs with others, the courageous comments of a high ranking official in the U.S. Navy have largely gone unreported in the media. At a National Day of Prayer event Thursday on Capitol Hill, as first ...
May 5 Sunday - http://www.bizpacreview.com/2013/05/05/rear-admiral-wont-back-down-from-constitutional-right-to-share-faith-66682
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WSJ.com: WSJ India
Hummus Is Conquering America
Prodded by the largest U.S. hummus maker, farmers in the heart of tobacco country are trying to grow chickpeas, an improbable move that reflects booming demand for hummus.
May 1 Wednesday - http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887323798104578453174022015956.html?mod=wsj_india_main
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Hollywood Reporter - Live
'Pretty Little Liars' Debuts First Season 4 Footage (Exclusive Video)
THR unveils a new promo for the upcoming summer season of the ABC Family hit.
May 3 Friday - http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/pretty-little-liars-season-4-451121
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CNN.com
Warren Buffett is bullish ... on women
Read full story for latest details.
May 2 Thursday - http://money.cnn.com/2013/05/02/leadership/warren-buffett-women.pr.fortune/index.html?section=money_mostpopular
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Mashable
Is This Local Auto Ad the Best — or Weirdest — of All Time?
Chances are the average Internet-goer hadn't heard of Arlen's Transmission in Burbank, Calif., before before this week. Now the local auto-repair shop is the talk of the web — or at least some of its more offbeat corners SEE ALSO: Time For This? Sweet Brown Stars in Local Commercial Why? The music video ad you see above. Between the catchy ...
May 1 Wednesday - http://mashable.com/2013/05/01/local-auto-ad-viral/
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Business news and Fortune 500 - FORTUNE Magazine
Warren Buffett is bullish ... on women
Read full story for latest details.
May 2 Thursday - http://money.cnn.com/2013/05/02/leadership/warren-buffett-women.pr.fortune/index.html?section=magazines_fortune
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CNN.com
Warren Buffett is bullish ... on women
Read full story for latest details.
May 2 Thursday - http://money.cnn.com/2013/05/02/leadership/warren-buffett-women.pr.fortune/index.html?section=money_topstories
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CNN.com
Warren Buffett is bullish ... on women
Read full story for latest details.
May 2 Thursday - http://money.cnn.com/2013/05/02/leadership/warren-buffett-women.pr.fortune/index.html
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BIZPAC Review
Judge Jeanine Pirro flips out on ‘mother of Islamic jihadis’
Judge Jeanine Pirro absolutely went off on the mother of the Boston bombing terrorists Saturday night during the opening of her Fox News’ program, “Justice with Judge Jeanine.” Leaning into the camera, a seething Pirro addressed Zubeidat Tsarnaeva directly, calling her “mother of Islamic jihadis.” Pirro blasted the terrorist’s mother, saying, in part: And then, you’re a thief and you’re ...
April 28 Sunday - http://www.bizpacreview.com/2013/04/28/judge-jeanine-pirro-flips-out-on-mother-of-islamic-jihadis-65169
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Media ReDEFined by jason hirschhorn
Creepy or Cool? Portraits Derived From the DNA in Hair and Gum Found in Public Places
Artist Heather Dewey-Hagborg reconstructs the faces of strangers from genetic evidence she scavenges from the streets ...
May 2 Thursday - http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/smithsonianmag/arts-culture/art-artists/~3/qepVQN1B42g/
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Hollywood Reporter
Steven Spielberg's Next Movie: 'American Sniper' (Exclusive)
The Warner Bros. project will star Bradley Cooper, who has been developing the project as a producer.
May 2 Thursday - http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/steven-spielbergs-next-movie-american-451011
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OrlandoSentinel.com
Official: Trader Joe's set for Winter Park
Plans are underway for Trader Joe's, a health-food market with an avid fan base, to locate in a new retail development being built on U.S. Highway 17-92 in Winter Park.
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BIZPAC Review
Embarrassed by reporter, Obama says, ‘maybe I should just pack up and go home’
President Barack Obama’s failures during the first 100 days of his second term were laid out for him on Tuesday — just in case he forgot. The economy has been in the doldrums for President Obama’s entire administration. The president’s foreign policy has been marked by one failure after another. Last term’s Obamacare is getting less popular by the day. ...
April 30 Tuesday - http://www.bizpacreview.com/2013/04/30/embarrassed-by-reporter-obama-says-maybe-i-should-just-pack-up-and-go-home-65661
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OrlandoSentinel.com
Official: Trader Joe's set for Winter Park
Plans are underway for Trader Joe's, a health-food market with an avid fan base, to locate in a new retail development being built on U.S. Highway 17-92 in Winter Park.
May 3 Friday - http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/os-trader-joes-orlando-area-20130503,0,4781891.story
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Techradar
Updated: 20 best mobile phones in the world today
Best mobile phone: 20-16 What's the best mobile phone? Our verdict on the best smartphone/best phones - constantly updated We've all got at least one mobile phone each, right? The trouble is, how do you decide which is the best one for you? Well, this is where we make it easy. Because here we have our continually updated comparison of ...
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Billboard Shows Different Messages for Kids and Adults
A billboard in Spain created by an organization dedicated to aiding abused children shows a different message to children and adults, even if both see the ad at the same time. The feat is achieved by use of lenticular printing, which allows different images to be seen depending on the vantage ...
May 6 Monday - http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mashable/~3/uxJAw3nzAEg/
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Mashable
Billboard Shows Different Messages for Kids and Adults
A billboard in Spain created by an organization dedicated to aiding abused children shows a different message to children and adults, even if both see the ad at the same time. The feat is achieved by use of lenticular printing, which allows different images to be seen depending on the vantage point. In this case, if the billboard is seen ...
May 6 Monday - http://mashable.com/2013/05/06/billboard-message-children-lenticular/
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Forbes.com
This Is The World's First Entirely 3D-Printed Gun (Photos)
Eight months ago, Cody Wilson set out to create the world's first entirely 3D-printable handgun.
May 3 Friday - http://www.forbes.com/sites/andygreenberg/2013/05/03/this-is-the-worlds-first-entirely-3d-printed-gun-photos/
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Forbes.com
This Is The World's First Entirely 3D-Printed Gun (Photos)
Eight months ago, Cody Wilson set out to create the world's first entirely 3D-printable handgun.
May 3 Friday - http://www.forbes.com/sites/andygreenberg/2013/05/03/this-is-the-worlds-first-entirely-3d-printed-gun-photos/?ss=cio-network
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NPR
Chicken Diapers? Urban Farming Spawns Accessory Lines
As urban chicken farms grow in popularity, many people are bringing the birds into their homes. They need the right equipment to keep them clean. So several business have popped up online, offering everything from custom-sized diapers and leash-ready saddles to chicken caviar.
May 1 Wednesday - http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2013/04/30/180135026/chicken-diapers-urban-farming-spawns-accessory-lines
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NPR
Chicken Diapers? Urban Farming Spawns Accessory Lines
As urban chicken farms grow in popularity, many people are bringing the birds into their homes. They need the right equipment to keep them clean. So several business have popped up online, offering everything from custom-sized diapers and leash-ready saddles to chicken caviar.
May 1 Wednesday - http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2013/05/01/180135026/chicken-diapers-urban-farming-spawns-accessory-lines
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Business Today|
Aashiqui 2 emerges first super hit of 2013
Aashiqui 2, the Aditya Roy Kapur- and Shraddha Kapoor-starrer, has emerged as the first super hit of 2013 as it continues to rake in big moolah at the box office.
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Wired
'Time Crystals' Could Upend Physicists' Theory of Time
A radical theory predicting the existence of ?time crystals? ? perpetual motion objects that break the symmetry of time ? is being put to the test.
April 30 Tuesday - http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2013/04/time-crystals/
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Media ReDEFined by jason hirschhorn
The Internet: A Warning From History
The internet was one of the greatest disasters to befall mankind. Now its survivors share their experiences of the tragedy.
April 29 Monday - http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ycwsF77NP_A
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HuffingtonPost.com
GOP Pushes Politicization Of Scientific Research
WASHINGTON -- Republicans on the House science committee are making an unprecedented move to require oversight of the scientific research process, pushing a bill that would in effect politicize decisions made by the National Science Foundation, according to a draft of the legislation acquired by The Huffington Post. As part of the same effort, Rep. Lamar Smith (R-Texas), chairman of ...
April 29 Monday - http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/29/lamar-smith-science_n_3165754.html
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CNBC
Sex Superbug Poses Serious Danger
An antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea poses a serious health threat.
April 29 Monday - http://www.cnbc.com/id/100685883
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BBC News
Facebook in row over decapitation videos
A member of Facebook's Safety Advisory Board is one of several charities calling on it to block the spread of videos showing people being decapitated.
May 1 Wednesday - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-22368287
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Mashable
Netflix Will Lose Almost 2000 Movies Tomorrow
Netflix's streaming catalog is about to lose nearly 2000 movies. As of May 1, 2013, Netflix will officially have 1794 fewer titles in its streaming repository. Now, before you freak out too much, this isn't as bad as the Great Netflix Starzageddon of 2012. After Netflix and Starz were unable to renew their streaming agreements with one another, more than ...
April 30 Tuesday - http://mashable.com/2013/04/30/netflix-streamageddon-2013/
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Huffington Post : Media
WATCH: Fox News Hosts Attack Jon Stewart
The hosts of "The Five" lashed out at Jon Stewart on Friday for his criticism of their comments about Muslims. In the wake of the Boston bombings, Fox News has seen relentless talk about the danger posed by Muslims. Stewart lampooned Eric Bolling's seemingly random contention that there are hundreds of thousands of American Muslims who want to kill other ...
April 27 Saturday - http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/27/five-jon-stewart-attacks_n_3169413.html
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Philly.com Business
Popular Cherry Hill restaurant to close after 30 years
When Andreotti's Viennese Cafe opened in Cherry Hill in 1983, Marianne Andreotti would deliver her restaurant's seven-cheese spread to people sitting outside in their cars, waiting for a table.
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Philly.com Business
Joseph W. Mahoney Jr., 58, executive vice president of Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
A man greatly respected for his passionate commitment to the region and his high integrity ...
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Philly.com Business
Suit filed over stent seen as unnecessary
A patient who was told by Pennsylvania Hospital that her cardiologist may have placed an unnecessary stent has filed a malpractice suit against the doctor, the hospital, and the University of Pennsylvania Health System.
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Philly.com Business
Qatar Airways plans Philadelphia expansion
The head of fast-growing Qatar Airways says it plans to add Philadelphia to its routes next year as part of alliances with American Airlines and other U.S.-based carriers.
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Philly.com Business
Philly airport workers allege unsafe work setting
Wheelchair attendants at Philadelphia International Airport are alleging that defective equipment, lack of training and exposure to bodily fluids have led to unsafe working conditions.
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Philly.com Business
OSHA launches inspection of PHL work conditions
A series of complaints filed last week set off an OSHA investigation.
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Philly.com Business
Comcast's Krone-y Capitalism
A Comcast honcho got a huge payday for becoming top aide to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. We smell a rat.
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Philly.com Business
Diane Mastrull: Heir to photo-development legacy goes digital
In even the most functional family, there can be a painful something that triggers a strong emotional response, despite the passage of time.
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Philly.com Business
On the Boards
Cheryl L. Young has been named to the board of the Wissahickon Valley Watershed Association, a nonprofit environmental group. She is a shareholder at Hangley Aronchick Segal Pudlin & Schiller, Philadelphia.
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Philly.com Business
People in the News
The University of the Sciences has hired James Waldon director of public safety. He was director of police and safety at Gannon University and a county detective for the Essex County Prosecutor's Office, Newark.
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Philly.com Business
Fishtown entrepreneur thanks her community
For jewelry artisan Sarah Lewis, this month is a time for celebration. Celebration, yes. Easy breathing, no.
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Philly.com Business
Insider Transactions
Securities trades recently reported to the Securities and Exchange Commission by officers, directors and principal shareholders of corporations based or having sizable employment in the Philadelphia area. Titles are as reported to the SEC.
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Philly.com Business
PhillyInc: Phila. well-positioned to foster education tech start-ups
With its top-flight medical schools, hospitals, and pharmaceutical industry, Philadelphia has long been fertile ground for health information technology start-ups.
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Philly.com Business
Tesla to add King of Prussia Mall store
Clothing, furniture vendors also on track, says owner Simon ...
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Philly.com Business
Duke & Winston: Britain meets Philly in casual clothing line
Sean Olubodun wants his stuff to be in 150 stores by the end of 2014.
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Philly.com Business
Sallie Mae keeps bugging him
Despite an agreement, the student-loan corporation wants to collect on a loan.
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Philly.com Business
Top High School Average SAT Scores
We've complied a list of the top 10 average SAT scores from public high schools in the eight-county Philadelphia region.
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Philly.com Business
Sequestration probably the dumbest way to cut the budget
In Washington, no publicly visible pain is the way to budget gain. "If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?" That familiar philosophical question has been rewritten by the recent reaction to the Federal Aviation Administration's decision to furlough air-traffic controllers in order to fulfill the sequestration budget ...
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Philly.com Business
Bankruptcies
Pennsylvania James E. Fitt, also known as Freely I Give, also known as What We Give; and Ellen L. Fitt, also known as What We Give L.L.C., also known as Kingdom Investments L.L.C., also known as Ellen Warlow, also known as Kingdom Purpose L.L.C., also known as K&F Investments L.L.C., 3941 Glendale Rd., Huntingdon Valley; Chapter 7; no schedules available.
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Philly.com Business
On the House: Many homeowners regret their choice
There have been times, in the 31 years I have owned houses, that I've suffered from what could be characterized as buyer's remorse.
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Philly.com Business
To join EU, Croatia may give up its wine
Does Croatia's Prosek jeopardize Italy's Prosecco?
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Philly.com Business
Are you a tax cheat if you shop online tax-free?
Buy anything on the Internet lately without paying sales tax? In all but a few states, you're probably a tax cheat.
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Philly.com Business
Debating economic impact of Marcellus Shale in Pa.
Since the Marcellus Shale boom began in 2008, there has been much debate and disagreement over the effect natural gas development would have on Pennsylvania's economy.
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Philly.com Business
Sequestration probably the dumbest way to cut the budget
In Washington, no publicly visible pain is the way to budget gain. "If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?" That familiar philosophical question has been rewritten by the recent reaction to the Federal Aviation Administration's decision to furlough air-traffic controllers in order to fulfill the sequestration budget ...
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Philly.com Business
For gaming chair, wide range of criteria for second Phila. casino
You can excuse William Ryan Jr., a well-known former prosecutor from Delaware County, for not paying much attention to the competition in 2006 for the city's first two casino licenses.
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Philly.com Business
Humana seeks integrated care
Bruce Broussard President and CEO, Humana Inc. Managed health-care company and insurer in Louisville, Ky. Age: 50 Tenure: CEO since Jan. 1, president since Dec. 1, 2011.
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Philly.com Business
Jeff Gelles: Her ex is dead, but her credit-card bill lives
Imagine going to a restaurant, enjoying a modest meal, and dutifully paying your bill, while across the way other diners seem oddly carefree about their tab. You don't think much of it - why should you? - until one day you get stuck with their bill, too, and a lot more like it.
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Philly.com Business
Toys R Us appeals $20M award in Mass. slide death
On a warm summer day in July 2006, Robin Aleo climbed to the top of a 6-foot inflatable pool slide and slid down head first. As she neared the bottom, the slide partially collapsed and Aleo slammed her head on the concrete pool deck, causing fatal injuries.
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Philly.com Business
Jeweler, Costco face off in NY over Tiffany rings
A federal judge in New York has asked big-box wholesaler Costco and little-blue-box jeweler Tiffany & Co. to try to settle a multimillion-dollar trademark dispute.
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Philly.com Business
Solar plane lands in Ariz., 1st leg of major trip
Flying for several hours after sundown, a solar-powered airplane landed in Phoenix early Saturday morning on the first leg of a cross-country trip.
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Philly.com Business
Warren Buffett says economy still improving slowly
Investor Warren Buffett believes that the economy and the U.S. job market will continue to improve, but slowly.
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Philly.com Business
Berkshire Hathaway's earnings jump 51 percent
Berkshire Hathaway's first-quarter profit jumped 51 percent as its insurance companies performed well and the value of its investments soared.
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Philly.com Business
Marcellus slowdown impacts local water-delivery deal
A joint venture between two Philadelphia-area companies to supply water for hydraulic fracturing in the Marcellus Shale is returning a profit after a year in service, but growth has been hampered by a slowdown in drilling.
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Philly.com Business
Will UCity high-rises hurt West Philly apartment demand?
Al Krigman says landlords like him will keep West Philly rentals funky ...
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Philly.com Business
Safety for temp workers, independent contractors
At a time when so many companies are turning to independent contractors or temp workers, OSHA is initiating a big push to make sure these temp workers are getting the training and instruction they need to stay safe on the job.
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Philly.com Business
How low can unemployment go?
Economics in a nutshell: A declining unemployment rate is great news but a softening service sector raises questions whether job gains can be strong enough to lower the rate further.
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Philly.com Business
No, that new Oregon study doesn't show Obamacare is worthless
What a study of new enrollees in Oregon's Medicaid program demonstrates - and what it doesn't.
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Philly.com Business
Strong US jobs report sends stocks higher
An unexpectedly strong U.S. jobs report pushed stock markets higher on Friday as investors welcomed signs that the world's largest economy is not slowing down as quickly as some had feared.
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Philly.com Business
Aqua America earnings rise, tax rate plunges
Aqua America's first-quarter earnings included some bonuses for shareholders and Pennsylvania water customers, but not for the tax collector. The Bryn Mawr water utility reported Thursday that its effective tax rate plunged from 39 percent to 14.6 percent, thanks to an accounting change it announced last year.
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Philly.com Business
U.S. added 165,000 jobs in April
The U.S. employment report released Friday showed 165,000 new jobs were added in April, an improvement over the 88,000 jobs added in March, but not too rosy.
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Philly.com Business
Brigantine shop owner who met Obama still waiting for relief
Volunteers came to Donna Vanzant’s rescue, but she’s gotten back less than half of the $500,000 in damages she says she incurred.
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Philly.com Business
APNewsBreak: PokerStars still wants to buy casino
The British parent company of the PokerStars website says it still wants to buy an Atlantic City casino, even though a deal to obtain it fell through on Wednesday.
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Philly.com Business
Casinos brace for impact of Internet gambling
With legal gambling now moving beyond the casinos and onto the Internet, the industry is bracing for the most far-reaching changes in its history.
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Philly.com Business
Taco Bell says new value menu may come soon
Taco Bell says its new value menu may go national in coming months.
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Philly.com Business
Mentally disabled men, abused at work, win in court
For years, mentally disabled turkey processing plant workers suffered under the hands of their employer, a jury ruled Wednesday. Verbal abuses included frequently referring to the workers as “retarded,” “dumb ass” and “stupid,” the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission wrote in a press release announcing the $240 million verdict, its largest ever. The men "reported acts of physical abuse including ...
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Philly.com Business
China Army hackers raid U.S. military contractors: report
Potential enemy has detailed records of U.S. aircraft, defense plans ...
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Philly.com Business
NY biotech financier gets prison for stock scheme
A federal judge in New York City displayed anger as she handed down a four-year prison sentence to a biotechnology financier who was once among the nation's wealthiest people.
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Philly.com Business
PSU to spend $8.5 million on wireless network
Penn State's main campus is planning an $8.5 million overhaul of its wireless network.
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Philly.com Business
How much risk to take? Assessing fund volatility
The stock market is in a groove. The Standard & Poor's 500 has climbed six months in a row and finished April at another record high. So far this year the index is up roughly 12 percent.
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Philly.com Business
Buffett says women key to nation's prosperity
Billionaire Warren Buffett is optimistic about America's economic future because the nation has begun to unleash the potential of women.
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Philly.com Business
Productivity up, joblessness down
Economics in a nutshell: The labor market data seem to be better than expected and that holds out hope that tomorrow's employment report could surprise on the upside.
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Philly.com Business
Legalize pot for more jobs?
With the nation increasingly favoring legalizing marijuana, maybe that should become part of PA's new jobs program.
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Philly.com Business
Merck workers keep working after deadline
The 2,000 or so union employees and management at the Merck & Co. plant in West Point, Montgomery County, agreed to continue working and negotiating after the union contract expired Tuesday night.
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Philly.com Business
Responsible-gambling forum addresses issues of heightened oversight
TRENTON - Gov. Christie made regulatory oversight - especially safeguards for those who are underage and additional funding for treatment of compulsive gamblers - key to his signing in late February a bill legalizing Internet gaming.
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Philly.com Business
NJ taking up expanded compulsive gambling services
New Jersey officials seeking new ways to expand services to young at-risk problem gamblers suggested Wednesday that college campuses create rules on gaming like they have on drugs and alcohol.
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Philly.com Business
PokerStars bid to buy AC casino scrapped
A bid by the world's largest online poker website to buy an Atlantic City casino has gone bust.
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Philly.com Business
1st Chinese automaker in US to open Calif. plants
The first Chinese-owned vehicle manufacturer in the United States plans to build electric buses and batteries at plants in the Mojave Desert.
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Philly.com Business
D.C. policies brake economic growth
Economics in a nutshell: Washington may not be able to stop the economic train in its track but it appears to be doing a good job slowing it down.
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Philly.com Business
Margaret Thatcher, Richard Branson - and Vernon Hill
Metro Bank boss plans IPO in early 2014 ...
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Philly.com Business
How will Convention Center weigh would-be managers?
In recent battles, SMG has beat its Comcast-owned rival on points ...
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Philly.com Business
Data mystery: State, city lists of top Philly job taxpayers disagree
Do baggage handlers, guards, bankers pay the same wage taxes?
May 1 Wednesday - http://www.philly.com/r?19%3D961%2643%3D167961%2644%3D205600501%2632%3D3796%267%3D195352%2640%3Dhttp://www.philly.com/philly/business/homepage/205600501.html
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Philly.com Business
Children's Hospital to build new center in King of Prussia
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia said Wednesday it will break ground this summer on a new specialty care center in King of Prussia, replacing one that opened in 1997.
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Today In Philadelphia: Celebrating May Day, International Workers' Day
Remember the eight-hour work day? It was brought to you by labor unions, who are using May Day, otherwise known as International Workers' Day, to honor workers and their struggles with an event at Elmwood Park, 71st and Buist Avenue in Southwest Philadelphia. The event begins at 3 p.m. today, Wednesday, and will include music, poetry and speeches.
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PepsiCo pulls Mountain Dew ad after criticism
PepsiCo is once again learning the risks of celebrity partnerships after an ad for Mountain Dew was criticized for portraying racial stereotypes and making light of violence toward women.
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US construction spending down 1.7 percent in March
Spending on U.S. construction projects fell in March as the biggest drop in government projects in more than a decade overwhelmed strength in home building.
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You lost 1,800 titles from your Netflix streaming account today
At midnight on Wednesday morning, nearly 1,800 titles disappeared from your Netflix catalog thanks to an expired deal between the streaming service and Warner Bros.
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Survey: Private employers add just 119K in April
A private survey shows U.S. companies added just 119,000 jobs in April, the fewest in seven months.
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8 months after its launch, Philly311 app seems to be a success
It’s been downloaded 15,000 times and has been used to send 12,000 requests since its launch in September.
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Penn State to put $20M into its online academy
Penn State University is funneling $20 million into its online learning academy and hopes to nearly quadruple enrollment.
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Mozilla: UK spyware company hijacking our brand
The maker of one of the Internet's most popular browsers is taking on one of the world's best-known purveyors of surveillance software, accusing a British company of hijacking the Mozilla brand to camouflage its espionage products.
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Apple sells $17 billion in bonds in record deal
Apple Inc. sold $17 billion in bonds Tuesday in a record deal spurred by the company's plan to placate its frustrated shareholders.
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May Day strike disrupts transport in Greece
Ferry and train services in Greece have ground to a halt as unions hold a strike for May Day.
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NJ rally planned to advocate for 'Ban the box'
Proponents of legislation that would limit New Jersey employers from asking job applicants about their criminal past are planning to rally on the steps of the Statehouse.
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Workers rally for better conditions on May Day
Tens of thousands of low-paid workers took to the streets on May Day to demand higher wages, better benefits and improved working conditions a week after a Bangladesh garment factory building collapse killed hundreds - a grim reminder of how lax safety regulations make going to work a danger in many poor countries.
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Bangladeshis demand worker safety as toll tops 400
Thousands of workers paraded through central Dhaka on May Day to demand safer working conditions and the death penalty for the owner of a building housing garment factories that collapsed last week in the country's worst industrial disaster, killing at least 402 people and injuring 2,500.
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