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  1. youtube Wish You Were Here - Trailer

    Wednesday, June 12, 2013 8:42 am

    AUSTRALIAN RELEASE DATE: April 25, 2012OFFICIAL SITE: http://www.hopscotchfilms.com.au/films/coming-soon/wishyouwerehere-film/Wish You Were Here is a psychological drama/mystery starring Joel Edgerton, Felicity Price and Teresa Palmer. Four friends - husband and wife Dave and Alice, and Alice's sister Steph and her new boyfriend Jeremy - lose themselves in the fun of a carefree South East Asian holiday. However, only three return back to Australia. Dave and Alice come home to their young family desperate for answers about Jeremy's mysterious disappearance. When Steph, returns not long after, a brutal secret is revealed about the night her boyfriend went missing. But it is only the first of many. Who amongst them knows what happened on that fateful night when they were dancing under a full moon in Cambodia?
  2. article Summer snacking: As American as baseball, apple pie ... and jerky

    Thursday, June 6, 2013 5:00 pm

    (BPT) - Summer snacking is among the most popular of American traditions – right up there with baseball and apple pie. When the sun is shining and the weather is wonderful, we love to feast on our favorite treats at ballgames, picnics and outdoor activities.

  3. article Weekday Getaways Are The Ticket To Savings

    Thursday, June 6, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)—Millions of Americans will hit the road this summer in search of fun and sun. In fact, many will take to the road more than once. A recent survey conducted by hospitality management company Destination Hotels & Resorts found that 76 percent of travelers plan to take frequent, short trips this summer, compared to only 22 percent who plan to take a week-or-longer vacation.

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  4. article Budget-Friendly Tips to Prepare Your Backyard for Entertaining

    Sunday, June 2, 2013 10:00 pm

    (StatePoint) There is no better place to entertain on a warm sunny day than in your own backyard. But before the parties start, make sure your outdoor space is a place where people want to spend time.

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  5. article Accessorizing secrets for a beautiful home and a beautiful you

    Thursday, May 30, 2013 5:00 pm

    (BPT) - Accessorizing is a beautiful thing; the right accessories can make your home exciting and inviting, and give you confidence and style. Yet accessorizing can be intimidating as well. With so many options in terms of design and color, it can be difficult to refine your personal style – and express your tastes in your own wardrobe and your home’s decor.

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  6. article Pet News - Volunteers needed for Memorial Day Dog Walk

    Thursday, May 23, 2013 1:03 pm

    Have a few hours for a good cause Monday morning?

  7. article Rare Genetic Disorder Brings Families Together

    Thursday, May 23, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)—While the bonds that unite families are usually associated with positive events, such as weddings or holidays, those bonds can be more challenging when entire families are impacted by a hereditary disease. Christie Hardin knows this firsthand. For years, she and more than 30 members of her extended family have lived with hereditary angioedema, or HAE, a rare genetic disorder that can cause severe swelling in various body parts including the hands, feet, face, gastrointestinal tract and airway. But now, on-demand treatments are helping generations of families affected by HAE take more control of their lives.

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  8. article Camp Bow Wow

    Wednesday, May 22, 2013 4:00 am

    Tucson Airport Shuttle Service is available – if you board your dog with us while you are away. We will pick you, your luggage and dog(s) up, take you to the Tucson airport and bring your dog(s) to Camp Bow Wow. Upon your return we will pick you and your luggage up, pick-up your dogs from Camp Bow Wow and bring you home. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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  9. article Summer entertaining made easy

    Tuesday, May 21, 2013 5:00 pm

    (BPT) - The weather is warming up and summer is right around the corner. From holiday celebrations to road trips, family vacations to block parties, it’s the time of year for cookouts. Make all of your summer cuisine extraordinary no matter what the occasion with these five simple tips:

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  10. article Easy ways to make a difference this summer

    Tuesday, May 21, 2013 5:00 pm

    (BPT) - Summer provides a much-needed break for families and a perfect opportunity to make a difference in the community. Depending on interest and time, there are many different ways to get involved or make a charitable contribution, including the following:

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  11. article Pet News - Honor sacrifice, service at Memorial Day Dog Walk

    Tuesday, May 21, 2013 3:32 pm

    Pima Animal Care Center thanks the veterans who have made it possible for the rest of us to have the freedom to support community causes that matter to us, such as addressing the problem of homeless pets.

  12. article Backyard oasis planning made easy

    Thursday, May 16, 2013 5:00 pm

    (BPT) - Hooray for a holiday. You’ve got the day off, you’ve sent out the backyard barbecue invite and all your nearest and dearest are coming over to eat, drink and be merry.

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  13. article Help your pet shed unhealthy weight

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 5:00 pm

    (BPT) - Are you killing your pet with kindness? We’re not talking about the compassion that motivates us to vaccinate our pets, or keep them warm in cold weather. Kindness that can be harmful to pets comes in the form of an overabundance of food and treats. The all-too-common result is a pet that becomes overweight or even obese.

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  14. article Heat brings out snakes and need for pool safety

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    Summer is just around the corner, and for many that means increased outdoor activities such as hiking and swimming.

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  15. article Pet News - An open letter from Pima Animal Care Center about saving animals

    Monday, May 13, 2013 10:30 am

    Staff at Pima Animal Care Center would love to never have to euthanize another animal again, except to end severe or terminal suffering. 

  16. article Patients Rally To Raise Awareness Of Rare Disease

    Thursday, May 9, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)—Nina Smith is one of the approximately 25 to 30 million Americans with a rare disease. She lives with hereditary angioedema (HAE), which causes painful, unpredictable and potentially life-threatening swelling attacks throughout her body, including her arms, legs, face, abdomen and upper airway. People like Nina often struggle for years to obtain an accurate diagnosis because conditions like HAE are so rare and often thought to be other, more common conditions.

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  17. article (May 8) Today's top headlines - Disney drops efforts to trademark "Dia de los Muertos"

    Wednesday, May 8, 2013 4:14 pm

    According to a report from the Associated Press, Disney has dropped an effort to trademark “Dia de los Muertos,” the name of the traditional “Day of the Dead” holiday celebrated by millions in Mexico and the U.S.

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  18. article Discount Retailer Plans Hiring Events

    Monday, May 6, 2013 9:28 am

    (NewsUSA) - The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently reported the addition of 165,000 jobs in April and a national unemployment average of 7.5 percent. Compared to the nine and 10 percent unemployment rates of 2010, the figure is promising. This May, however, could be a different story as employers typically increase hiring efforts in advance of the summer and holiday seasons.

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  19. article Outdoor entertaining made easy

    Thursday, May 2, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Patio season has arrived, and opportunities for outdoor social gatherings will abound in the coming months. Birthdays, graduations, showers, holidays and any other reasons to enjoy warm weather will call for unique outdoor party solutions that differ from indoor events. Here are a few ideas to make al fresco entertaining a snap.

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  20. article The sweet taste of spring

    Wednesday, May 1, 2013 10:00 pm

    Spring has sprung, along with one of the sweetest treats of the season - fresh sweet corn. Over the last few years, fresh sweet corn has become a spring vegetable that’s just as highly anticipated by those in the know as the season’s first peas, asparagus, and radishes. Available nationwide, fresh sweet corn is harvested throughout the spring – good news for anyone who wants to get their hands on some today.

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  21. article Celebrate the grads in your life with financial gifts

    Sunday, April 28, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Do you have a child in your life who will be graduating this spring?

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  22. article Mother's Day Guide: How to Choose the Best Gift for Her

    Thursday, April 25, 2013 6:27 am

    (NewsUSA) - Last year, flowers and jewelry topped the list of popular Mother's Day gifts -- naturally. Many women enjoy the warmth that fresh flowers add to a room, almost as much as supplementing a never-ending jewelry collection.

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  23. article Tips For Sending Flowers This Mother’s Day

    Sunday, April 21, 2013 10:00 pm

    (StatePoint) Sending flowers this Mother’s Day? While ordering online, you could just send flowers from any floral website, but armed with a little insight and some easy-to-follow tips, you’ll make a lasting impression with Mom.

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  24. article Finding the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift

    Friday, April 19, 2013 1:51 pm

    Shopping for Mother’s Day?  You’ll want to match the perfect gift to her unique interests and personality.

  25. article The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain announces Mother's Day Brunch with an included spa treat for moms

    Friday, April 19, 2013 10:00 am

     CORE Kitchen & Wine Bar will partner with The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Dove Mountain to offer a memorable Mother’s Day Brunch experience on Sunday, May 12. All moms attending this year’s Mother’s Day Brunch at CORE will be offered a luxurious aromatherapy hand massage while visiting the restaurant, compliments of the resort.

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