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1. 'Anxious To Get Home'

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian, Hosenball, Mark, Skipp, Catharine, and Gandhi, Prakash

Subjects
*MARSHALS
Abstract

The article reports on the case of Rigoberto Alpizar, who was shot by an air marshal at Miami International Airport in Miami, Florida. According to the author, Alpizar began acting irrationally while suffering from a manic episode and rushing off a taxied airplane. It is suggested that Alpizar's killing has thrust the Federal Air Marshal Service into the spotlight. The incident in being investigated by Miami-Dade police.

Published
2005

2. DANCE OF THE CUBANS.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*CUBAN Americans, *DISSENTERS, *POLITICAL refugees, *EXILES, *CUBANS, CUBAN politics & government, 1959-1990
Abstract

Focuses on the Cuban population in Miami, Florida. How their views are changing in regard to the Fidel Castro regime; Discussion of Cuban-American leaders such as Jorge Mas Santos, who want to connect with and support dissidents on the island; Reference to the Elián González episode which thought of as a public relations error; Views of Usmanis Barreiros who was allowed to emigrate legally from Cuba; Mention of the hard-line exiles who want Castro ousted; Political activity in the Cuban community; How dissident Oswaldo Payá Sardiñas to get a national referendum on democratic reforms based on the Cuban Constitution.

Published
2003

3. Building a Hurricane-Proof House.

Author

Green, Amy and Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*HURRICANE research, *WINDS, *HOUSE construction, *INSURANCE premiums
Abstract

The article report on the building of a hurricane machine by researchers at the International Research Center at Florida International University in Miami, Florida. The machine will test homes under hurricane-like conditions to find what constitutes a hurricane-proof house. This "Wall of Wind" machine will generate category 5 winds of 155 miles per hour. Insurance companies backing the tests hope the tests will lead to lower insurance premiums.

Published
2007

4. Uncle Sam's New Welcome.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*ARCHITECTS, *EMIGRATION & immigration, *PUBLIC buildings
Abstract

The article reports on the career and work of Argentinian architect Rodolfo Acevedo, who after struggling to attain U.S. citizenry, felt inspired to redesign U.S. immigration centers. The centers in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties in Miami, Florida that Acevedo designed were created to be comfortable and user friendly, with Internet cafes and playgrounds for children. These buildings may become world-wide models for immigration centers.

Published
2007

5. LA VIDA LOCA.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*RESTAURANTS, *NIGHTCLUBS, *AMUSEMENTS
Abstract

Presents five Miami, Florida night spot destinations. Grass Restaurant & Lounge for Asian-infused cuisine; Piccadilly Garden for stone crabs; SoHo Lounge with live acts and DJs; I/O Lounge and One Ninety.

Published
2003

10. The Land Market Is Sizzling In Miami.

Author

WHALEN, ROBBIE and CAMPO-FLORES, ARIAN

Subjects
*REAL property, *CONDOMINIUM sales & prices, *REAL property sales & prices, *COMMERCE
Abstract

The article discusses property markets in Miami, Florida as of July 2014, focusing on the purchase of a waterfront plot of land for 125 million dollars. Topics include the real estate developer Ugo Colombo, real estate markets, condominium prices, and reports from the Miami Downtown Development Authority.

Published
2014

11. The Tech Caravan Rolls Into Miami.

Author

CAMPO-FLORES, ARIAN

Subjects
*NEW business enterprises, *BUSINESS incubators
Abstract

The article discusses Miami, Florida as a location for startup technology firms from Latin America. Between 2010 and 2013 venture-capital investments in Miami companies grew from $102 million to $369 million. Manuel Medina of data-services firm Terremark says Miami is well-positioned to be the leading technology city for Latin America. Technology incubator Venture Hive, founded by Susan Amat, has attracted 31 firms from 18 countries.

Published
2014

12. Overseas Money Pours Into Miami Real Estate.

Author

CAMPO-FLORES, ARIAN and DOUGHERTY, CONOR

Subjects
*CONDOMINIUMS, *FOREIGN investments, *REAL estate investment, *RESIDENTIAL real estate
Abstract

The article discusses a revival in the condominium market of Miami, Florida that is attracting foreign investors. Consulting firm Condo Vultures LLC says 35 condominium towers are under construction in late 2013, with another 83 planned. Foreign buyers often pay cash for their properties, which they typically plan to use as rental units.

Published
2013

13. KARU & Y.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
RESTAURANT reviews
Abstract

This article reviews the restaurant Karu & Y in Miami, Florida.

Published
2007

14. Showdown Over Miami's Swank Set.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*SHOPPING malls, *LUXURIES, *COMMERCIAL real estate, *REAL estate development, *FINANCE, *COMMERCE, *MARKETING
Abstract

The article considers real estate development in Miami, Florida. The development of a luxury shopping mall in the city's so-called Design District by developer Craig Robins is discussed in terms of the competition the new mall poses for Bal Harbour Shops, Miami's traditionally dominant shopping mall for luxury retail stores.

Published
2012

15. Dreaming of a New Vegas in Miami.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian and Berzon, Alexandra

Subjects
*CASINOS, *GAMBLING industry, *LOBBYING
Abstract

The article discusses efforts by Malaysian gambling concern Genting Bhd. to build a $3.8 billion casino resort in Miami, Florida. Genting has spent $450 million acquiring land for the complex, and has also hired lobbyists to seek changes in Florida laws that generally restrict gambling to slot machines at race tracks and casinos owned by Indian tribes.

Published
2011

16. Giant Alien Snails Attack Miami, Though They're Not in Much of a Rush.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*SNAILS, *INTRODUCED species, *GASTROPODA
Abstract

The article discusses an infestation of African land snails in several neighborhoods near Miami, Florida. Seventy people involved in eradication efforts have found some 10,000 snails in less than one month. The snails, which can reach up to eight inches in length, are voracious eaters that often leave trails of excrement in their wake.

Published
2011

17. In Miami, Zika Fears Keep Mothers-to-Be Locked Inside.

Author

Levitz, Jennifer and Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*ZIKA virus infections, *NALED (Insecticide), *MOSQUITO control
Abstract

The article discusses the spread of Zika virus in Miami Beach in August 2016 and federal/state officials confirming a new area of active Zika virus transmission zone on the beach in which five people were infected with the virus. It mentions residents of Miami complaining about low-flying planes spraying either naled or Bti, insecticides used to kill adult mosquitoes, which is banned in the European Union.

Published
2016

18. Health Officials Investigating Cluster of Possible Zika Cases in Miami Beach.

Author

McKay, Betsy, Campo-Flores, Arian, and Levitz, Jennifer

Subjects
*ZIKA virus infections, *VIRUS disease transmission, *TOURISM economics, *PUBLIC health
Abstract

The article report the health officials in Miami, Florida are investigating the presence of Zika virus at Miami beach area. Topics discussed include the identification of a neighborhood in downtown Miami as a transmission zone, the economic impact on the state's tourism, and the public warning announcement for the possible occurrence of mosquito-borne transmission of Zika.

Published
2016

19. Miami Signals Urban Shift.

Author

CAMPO-FLORES, ARIAN and WHELAN, ROBBIE

Subjects
*RETAIL industry, *LUXURIES, *PRICES
Abstract

The article discusses the development of an open air luxury retail project in Miami, Florida, focusing on the rise in popularity of this retail environment over malls, as well as investments into the Miami project.

Published
2014

21. Miami's Tobacco Road, the Oldest Bar in the City, Reaches a Dead End.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*BARS (Drinking establishments), *BUSINESS failures, *HISTORY
Abstract

The article discusses the 102-year-old Tobacco Road bar in Miami, Florida which is scheduled to close its doors in 2014, focusing on America's Prohibition era, various downtown construction projects in Miami, Florida, and the establishment's history involving police raids and gambling.

Published
2014

24. The Sandwich That Conquered America.

Author

CAMPO-FLORES, ARIAN

Subjects
*CUBAN cooking, *SANDWICHES, *RESTAURANT menus, *RESTAURANTS, *MARKETING, *CONTESTS
Abstract

The article discusses the Cuban sandwich. A trend in menus of U.S. restaurants in which chefs are creating variations of the Cuban sandwich featuring luxury ingredients other than the traditional marinated pork, ham and Swiss cheese is considered. It is noted that at the South Beach Wine & Food festival in Miami Beach, Florida in February 2014, a classic Cuban sandwich from Luis Galindo Latin American Restaurant in Miami won the sandwich competition.

Published
2014

25. The $40 Million Party Pad.

Author

Campo-Flores, Arian

Subjects
*MANSIONS
Abstract

The article discusses a mansion in Miami, Florida owned by Bill Dean, chief executive of engineering-services company M. C. Dean, with commentary presented on the $32 million in additions and renovations he had performed, and its various amenities including a pool and spa.

Published
2013

26. Tired of Tame, Miami Sellers Get Their Mojito Back.

Author

CAMPO-FLORES, ARIAN

Subjects
*REAL estate business, *GLOBAL Financial Crisis, 2008-2009, *ECONOMIC history
Abstract

This article discusses the recovery of the real estate market in Miami, Florida following the 2008 global economic crisis, highlighting the return of lavish property launch parties, the significance of the investments of foreign clients, and the reluctance of banks to provide construction loans. INSET: For Sale in The City.

Published
2012

27. Miami Renters Fuel a Boomlet.

Author

CAMPO-FLORES, ARIAN

Subjects
*RESIDENTIAL real estate, *MARKETING
Abstract

The article reports on the increase in the occupancy rate for rented residential real estate in downtown area in Miami, Florida.

Published
2011

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