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L.A. is a leader in greening of ports, Mayor Villaraigosa says
California ports are going green. In a speech at the 28th World Ports Conference on Tuesday, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa said the city's port is at the forefront of pushing for clean energy alternatives and reducing pollution. The...
Tags: Port of Long Beach, Maersk Alabama Hijacking (2009), Richard Phillips, Piracy, Antonio Villaraigosa
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Iran faces fresh trade heat as more shipping firms exit
Reuters* Iran reliant on shipping for many imports * Foreign firms seen fearing for global business ties By Jonathan Saul and Nidhi Verma LONDON/NEW DELHI, May 7 (Reuters) - Foreign container shipping lines are giving up on Iranian business ahead of new U.S....Tags: United Arab Emirates, Germany, Hong Kong, National Defense Authorization Act, Islam
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Giant gas rigs set platform for protests
Reuters* More floating gas plants set to be deployed on world's oceans * Some plants six times the size of an aircraft carrier * Oil firms, shipbuilders see costs savings and say technology sound * Unions and state govts see threat to jobs and investment...Tags: Petroleum Industry, Shipbuilding, Labor Legislation, East Timor, Economy, Business and Finance
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Study of shipping routes maps delivery of invasive organisms
When giant container ships sail into major ports like Los Angeles and Long Beach, it's not just clothing and cars that they deliver. They also carry critters. The specimens — microscopic algae cells or larger castaways, such as eggs of fish or...Tags: Environmental Issues, Mussels, Shipping Service, Biology, Ecosystems
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COLUMN-Jones Act is set to stay: Kemp
Reuters(John Kemp is a Reuters market analyst. The views expressed are his own) By John Kemp LONDON, May 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. Merchant Marine Act 1920, better known to most people as the Jones Act, may be a protectionist anachronism, but there is no prospect...Tags: World War I (1914-1918), Natural Disasters, Shipbuilding, Hurricanes, The Washington Post
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Universal offering free second day to Florida residents
It’s great to be a Florida resident! Universal Orlando Resort is offering some special savings for Florida residents on visits now through May 23. Buy a one-day ticket, and get a second day free. Ticket prices start at $88 per adult, plus tax...
Tags: Theme Park Vacations, Entertainment, Universal Studios Orlando, Travel, Amusement and Theme Parks
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Summer Movie Sneaks complete list
The 2013 Summer Movie Preview is a snapshot of films opening through the end of August. Release dates (for Los Angeles) and other details, as compiled by Oliver Gettell, are subject to change. -------------------- FOR THE RECORD: Sneaks list: In the...Tags: Zoe Saldana, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Chris Rock, Central Intelligence Agency, Music Industry
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Iran says domestic production grows to offset drop in imports
Reuters* Iran forecast to emerge from recession in 2014 - IMF * Tough sanctions hit Iran's financial, energy sectors By Michelle Nichols UNITED NATIONS, April 23 (Reuters) - Iran's economy has become more robust as domestic production has grown to offset a 14...Tags: International Monetary Fund, United Nations, Petroleum Industry, Iran, Inflation and Deflation
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Tortuga how-to's
How to Tortuga This is the inaugural Tortuga Music Festival, so we're all learning the logistics together this weekend for what we hope is many years of concerts on Fort Lauderdale beach. Here are some things to know before you go: Where it's at The...
Tags: Festive Events, Waterway and Maritime Transportation, Entertainment, Transportation, Travel
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Ports of L.A., Long Beach warn of delays if sequestration occurs
Operations at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach may slow if automatic spending cuts go into effect Friday, port officials said, as fewer U.S. customs officers would delay the flow of international cargo through the massive sea ports. Officials...
Tags: U.S. Congress, International Longshore and Warehouse Union, Government Debt, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Anheuser-Busch
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'The Amazing Race' recap, Pearl diving in Bora Bora
Welcome to Week Two of "The Amazing Race," featuring the Secret Alliance Fight Club and also the Alliance of Quitters. The Race remains in Bora Bora this week, so let's get started because it's so pretty. We'll totally keep our end of the deal, probably...
Tags: The Amazing Race (tv program), Ice Hockey, Oysters, Gymnastics Clubs, Sports
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'Amazing Race' Recap: Loose Lips Sink Ships
WDBJ7 BloggerPearl of The Pacific John and Jessica are the first to leave the Pit Stop at 2:56am. Their clue leads them to need a water taxi. The problem, the taxi doesn’t start operating until 7:30am! Every team catches up except for the two that took the 4...Tags: The Amazing Race (tv program), Ice Hockey, Gymnastics Clubs, Sports, Coconut
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