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July 4th will Mark Huge Increase in Travel

July 4th will Mark Huge Increase in Travel

AAA projects shows there will be a significant jump in travel this 4th of July by both car and plane. An estimated 34.9 million people will be traveling 50 miles or more over the busy holiday weekend.

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Twestival 2010 – Using Social Media for Social Action

Twestival 2010 – Using Social Media for Social Action

Twestival aka Twitter Festival uses social media to drive social action by providing the public with awareness and knowledge on the importance of education. The festival took place March 25, 2010 with local events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Although the event wrapped yesterday, the charity still continues to take in donations. It has thus far has raised more than $310K which is significantly higher than last years debut event at $250K+ from a total of 202 international cities.

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Ritz-Carlton Chicago endures largest renovation since its 1977 opening

Ritz-Carlton Chicago endures largest renovation since its 1977 opening

The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (a Four Seasons Hotel) is about to get even ritzier with its $25 million renovation. The hotel will be ready for enjoyment upon its planned unveiling in May 2010.

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Conan O’Brien hits 30 major cities with “The Legally Prohibited from Being Funny on Television Tour”

Conan O’Brien hits 30 major cities with “The Legally Prohibited from Being Funny on Television Tour”

Conan O’Brien is set to hit 30 major cities across North America with what he claims to be a “half-assed” comedy and music tour. So if this tour is so half-assed, why is that when tickets went on sale yesterday, many cities already sold out or only have a limited number of tickets left? Both New York and Chicago have added additional shows to accommodate the excitement around the tour (see below for added shows).

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