Charm and commercialism sour mix in Margaritaville

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Increasing commercial development and growing visitor numbers are threatening the very essence of Key West, FL's travel and tourism market. The country's southernmost island's quiet atmosphere and clear beaches are affected by the substantial increase in visitors from 1.9 million in 1990 to 2.9 million in 1998. Although economic gains are felt and reflected in the $424 billion spending for travel and tourism in 1998, some areas have already imposed restrictions to curb excessive travel numbers that are forcing some residents to leave for more quiet places.

Shipments data, Tourist Travel, Tourism

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Can of Worms

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People have been harvesting earthworms for years in the Florida Panhandle, paying $30 annually for a permit to do so. The National Forest Service has announced a new $3 tax per can of 500 worms harvested. The harvesters have protested, saying that the tax will eliminate the small profit they now make from selling the worms. Ramifications of the tax and the unusual subculture of harvesters are discussed.

Laws, regulations and rules, Earthworms

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Photography in the age of falsification

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Many people enjoy photographs of animals in magazines and books, and films and television programs show stunning scenes of wildlife. Many of these images may be doctored through the use of new technology.

Analysis, Nature photography, Photography of animals, Animal photography

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