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Bullish on jobs? These 10 cities are.

Our list of the 10 metro areas that saw the most job growth in 2011 might surprise you.
In Pictures: Roller coasters around the world
5 ways in which the "Harry Potter" magic lives on

There may not be any new books or movies to come, but the spirit of "Harry Potter" lives on – now a part of our culture in so many ways. Aside from re-watching and re-reading J.K. Rowling's work, avid fans have found various ways to incorporate the novels into their daily lives. Here are examples of five ways in which "Harry Potter" has infiltrated modern Muggle life. Some may surprise you!
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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: dispatches from a diehard fan

The Harry Potter theme park in Orlando, Fla., more than lived up to its hype for this fan.
Bullish on jobs? These 10 cities are.

Our list of the 10 metro areas that saw the most job growth in 2011 might surprise you.
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Harry Potter comes to Los Angeles

A new version of the Harry Potter theme park currently open in Orlando will be coming to Universal Studios Hollywood.
In Pictures: Roller coasters around the world
5 ways in which the "Harry Potter" magic lives on

There may not be any new books or movies to come, but the spirit of "Harry Potter" lives on – now a part of our culture in so many ways. Aside from re-watching and re-reading J.K. Rowling's work, avid fans have found various ways to incorporate the novels into their daily lives. Here are examples of five ways in which "Harry Potter" has infiltrated modern Muggle life. Some may surprise you!
In Pictures: Dr. Seuss birthday
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Dollywood wins award for best theme park in the world

The Dollywood theme park won the 2010 Applause Award which was accepted by Dolly Parton in Orlando.
'Harry Potter' real-world appeal: quidditch leagues and rock cake recipes

The parallel universe of the Harry Potter books has launched real-life offshoots: A quidditch league is among the most visible, but the books' values are inspiring many others.
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Cedar Point named 'Best Amusement Park.' Did your favorite park get a prize?

Cedar Point won the top prize at Amusement Today's recent awards show for the amusement park and resort industry. Other categories included 'Friendliest Staff' and 'Best Children's Park.'
Cedar Point named best amusement park: Five theme park winners

Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio, has been named by the theme-park trade publication Amusement Today, as the best amusement park for the 13th straight year. Amusement Today also bestowed 24 other "Golden Ticket" awards to parks and rides around the United States. Here are some highlights.
Tower of Terror: Man falls 20 feet at Disney's California Adventure

Tower of Terror ride at Disney's California Adventure theme park was the scene of an accident as a man climbing on railings fell 20 feet while waiting for the ride.
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" preview shown at Comic-Con

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" preview was shared with 6,000 attendees at Comic-Con. Many camped out overnight to see the clip of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows"
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King Kong comes back to life in 'King Kong 360 3-D' at Universal Studios

King Kong has been resurrected at Universal Studios. 'King Kong 360 3-D,' an immersive addition to the studio tour, will launch on July 1.
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With 'Wizarding World of Harry Potter,' Orlando hopes for a boost

Friday's grand opening of 'The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,' the theme park based on the popular books, could bring sell-out crowds to an industry crimped by the global economic downturn.
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Harry Potter theme park opening date sparks a bit of controversy

Universal Orlando's "World of Harry Potter" will open on June 18 – but that's not soon enough for some fans.
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Is a killer whale a moral being?

Philip Hoare, author of "The Whale," has spent years studying these mysterious creatures and what surprises him most is how little we actually know.