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New generation redefines retirement as older workers stay on job

A growing group of workers continue to clock in even after they’ve turned 65, that once-magical retirement age that used to mean travel, visits to the grandkids and leisurely days on the golf course. [Source: Miami Herald]

Florida’s entertainment industry fights for flailing tax-incentive program

Earlier this month, Florida legislators voted not to extend the depleted state film-and-entertainment tax incentive that has run out of funds with a requested $10-$20 million. A new incentive program may be considered in 2016. [Source: Miami Herald]

Gas prices to fall as record number take 4th of July road trip

Floridians will see the cheapest Fourth of July gas prices in at least five years as a record number of Americans are expected to hit the road this holiday week, the travel club AAA said. [Source: Orlando Sentinel]

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Drones in business: Between heaven and earth, a lot of gray

Low overhead costs allow drone photographers to market themselves as a cheap, high-quality alternative to regular aerial photographers. Getting legal approval to use drones in a business, however, is complicated and more costly. [Source: Sarasota Herald-Tribune]

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› PortMiami charts course to expand capacity
PortMiami, well aware of its attractive location, has plans to accommodate more ships – and cruise lines. In 2013, Disney Cruise Line sailed to Miami, bringing 148,000 passengers with it. By 2015, that number had risen to 205,000.

› Moffitt Cancer Center gets $3.6-million grant to study e-cigarettes
As the popularity of electronic cigarettes continues to surge, so do anecdotal stories of smokers using them to quit. But medical experts aren't convinced, and now Tampa researchers will study whether there's truth to the claim that 'e-cigs' can help with smoking cessation.

› Aventura medical building sold to escape foreclosure
A foreclosure lawsuit over a medical building in Aventura was resolved after the property was sold for enough to pay its loan.

› South Florida co-working centers proliferate
Step into the retro-chic lounge, choose your seat on furnishings inspired by the ’50s and ’60s, and open up your laptop. Or if a desk or office is more your style, that’s available, too, at Büro Group’s new co-working center in northeast Miami’s MiMo district.

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