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Talent, not just tax breaks, drawing devs to Canada

Tax breaks are a great way to get developers interested in Canada, according to minister of economic development and trade for Ontario Sandra Pupatello, but they may not be the best way to keep them there. Pupatello worries that while trying to entice devs, competing provinces could drive tax breaks to an untenable position. She says that nuturing a talent pool should be the bigger focus, an approach that has worked in Ontario.

"We knew that Ubisoft establishing a significant footprint in Ontario would in itself would help tell the story of what's available," Pupatello told Develop. "Why would Ubisoft come unless they knew that they were going to get absolutely the best talent?"

Uh, free health care and the staggering availability of Tim Hortons?

JoystiqTalent, not just tax breaks, drawing devs to Canada originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hands-on: Dementium 2 (DS)

Having not played Renegade Kid's first survival/horror-FPS on the Nintendo DS back in 2007, Dementium: The Ward, I had few expectations going into my recent hands-on with the game's sequel, the aptly titled Dementium 2. I knew that the first game enjoyed critical acclaim for more than adequately bringing survival/horror tropes to Nintendo's handheld, and ultimately scored pretty well with reviewers, but ever since Metroid Prime Hunters I've been wary of first-person mechanics on the DS.

Thankfully, when first faced with manipulating Dementium 2's main character, it became quickly obvious that the game's slow pace helps to account for any discomfort issues that might arise from the control scheme. Over the course of 45 minutes, I put together puzzles, traveled between two dimensions multiple times, and even fought a boss who tried to throw up on me from the ceiling (what a jerk!). Though its content and storytelling seems to be a carefully crafted amalgam of games from the three or so genres it mashes up (fps, adventure, survival/horror) - a handheld Half-Life meets Silent Hill on Monkey Island, almost - the time I spent with a preview build of Dementium 2 earlier today felt like the beginning of what could be a very interesting game.

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JoystiqHands-on: Dementium 2 (DS) originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gameloft pulling back on Android development

The unsinkable publisher Gameloft recently revealed that it is planning "significantly cut" its development on Google's Android platform. Said Gameloft finance director Alexandre de Rochefort, "We have significantly cut our investment in Android platform," adding that "many others" in the industry have scaled back Android development as well. The reason, according to Rochefort, is the organization -- or rather lack lack of organization -- of its application store, the Android Market. Rochefort stated that the Android Market "is not as neatly done" as Apple's App Store. Rochefort noted that Google hasn't really gotten many Android users to buy products, saying, "On Android nobody is making significant revenue."

To put things in perspective, Rochefort said that Gameloft has sold 400 times as many games on the iPhone as on the Android platform. Of course, it's worth noting that Apple's iPhone has a significantly larger market share than Android. According to a recent Gartner report released in August, the iPhone accounted for nearly 14 percent of the smartphone market, while Android phones accounted for less than 2 percent. With more and more carriers offering Android phones -- notably the recent release of the Droid on Verizon -- the Android market is likely to expand in the coming months. It will be interesting to see how the mobile market changes -- and whether Gameloft and others change their tune -- a year from now.

[Via Washington Post]

JoystiqGameloft pulling back on Android development originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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How to avoid accidents in carnival rides | ABS-CBN News Online Beta

How to avoid accidents in carnival rides | ABS-CBN News Online Beta. MANILA - Every carnival rider's worst nightmare is to get stuck on a fairground ride in mid-air, or worse, fall off and die when the ride comes off...

Beijing plans Wonka-style chocolate theme park

Travel News - Beijing plans Wonka-style chocolate theme park. Beijing plans Wonka-style chocolate theme park (18 September 2009) The Chinese capital Beijing is planning a Willy Wonka-style theme park, complete with a chocolate replica of the Great Wall and a...

More than 30 injured on Blackpool's Big Dipper - Telegraph

More than 30 injured on Blackpool's Big Dipper - Telegraph. Two cars on the Big Dipper on Blackpool's South Shore crashed together and came to rest 20 feet off the ground on Tuesday evening. A number of passengers on the...

Work begins on Bahrain's $50.3m mini Disneyland - Construction & Industry - ArabianBusiness.com

Work begins on Bahrain's $50.3m mini Disneyland - Construction & Industry - ArabianBusiness.com. Construction work on a BD19m ($50.3m) theme park described as a ‘miniature Disneyland’ in Bahrain has started. The project in Muharraq, which will feature rides, a miniature...

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Theater Review: Parade - Theater and Musical Production Reviews. Alfred Uhry and Jason Robert Brown's "Parade" was 1998's quick-closing Tony winner, widely dismissed as coldly overproduced. Stripped down and stark at the hands of helmer-choreographer Rob Ashford for London's Donmar Warehouse two years ago, it was revealed as a work of extraordinary depth and thematic resonance. Now remounted at the Taper with a dream cast, Ashford's "Parade" appears to be, by any standard, Southern California's production of the year.

'Priscilla' set for Broadway spring 2011 - Entertainment News, Legit News, Media - Variety

'Priscilla' set for Broadway spring 2011 - Entertainment News, Legit News, Media - Variety. Broadway plans have been confirmed for "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert," the musical adaptation of the 1994 Australian comedy, which will sashay into New York in spring 2011 following a fall 2010 North American tryout in Toronto. Set to classic disco and pop hits such as "I Will Survive," "I Love the Nightlife" and "Shake Your Groove Thing," the show follows three drag performers on an Outback road trip aboard an extravagantly decorated bus named Priscilla. Premiered in Sydney in October 2006, the musical transferred to...

'Potter' star spells out 'Business' plan - Entertainment News, Legit News, Media - Variety

'Potter' star spells out 'Business' plan - Entertainment News, Legit News, Media - Variety. Daniel Radcliffe will head the cast of an upcoming New York reading of 1961 tuner "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying," marking the first musical turn for the "Harry Potter" star. Producers Broadway Across America, Craig Zadan and Neil Meron are test driving the project for a potential Rialto revival. Rob Ashford is on board as director and choreographer, hot off the strong critical reception for his Donmar Warehouse production of Jason Robert Brown-Alfred Uhry musical "Parade," which opened Oct. 4 at the Mark...

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Cutting a new swath in fair entertainment - State & Regional - Wire - Kentucky.com. Some demolition derbies at northern Kentucky county fairs this year are a cut above. They feature lawn mowers. Promoter John Peck told The Kentucky Enquirer...

Another Wallenda to perform at Kings Island | ThrillNetwork.com

Another Wallenda to perform at Kings Island | ThrillNetwork.com. The Wallenda family will once again be featured at Kings Island on Saturday, August 15 when Nik Wallenda will perform a high wire walk as part of his 2009 Walk Across...

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COASTER-net.com v8 > News & Releases. Ever want the thrill of riding a coaster without strapping into one? Well, KUKA Robotics has brought you one step closer to your dream. Recently, Walt Disney World opened a new attraction in their...

The Castle Comes Together at Wizarding World of Harry Potter, plus Harry Potter Theme Park Ornament News - The Leaky Cauldron

The Castle Comes Together at Wizarding World of Harry Potter, plus Harry Potter Theme Park Ornament News - The Leaky Cauldron. A great update today on progress at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Theme Park attraction being built at...

Busch Gardens being sold to Blackstone Group

Busch Gardens being sold to Blackstone Group. Anheuser-Busch InBev says it will sell theme parks including Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay to Blackstone Group for $2.7 billion, the companies announced this morning in a joint statement. Blackstone owns half of...

Disney World monorail returns to service following electrical shortage

Disney World monorail returns to service following electrical shortage. The Walt Disney World Monorail System resumed service this morning (Oct. 1) after an electrical shortage at the Magic Kingdom platform shut the system down on Sept. 30. According to Orlando...

Muggles' sneak peek at Harry Potter park | Stuff.co.nz

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Hampers as the In-Thing

Transporting items particularly food placed in a wicker basket, usually large, has been an old practice. Have you experienced bringing food placed in that basket and before reaching your destination the food is no longer that appealing? Now, a new way to transport things especially food is already here. Since the 1920's, superb Birthday Gifts and also personalised Birthday Gifts ,Birthday Baskets and Designer Birthday Cakes and yes, for this Christmas season,… Continue

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Find Out How Academic Term Papers Are Completed From Scratch To The End

Writing Academic Term Papers writing is the most frightening event that takes place in my education career. Every time when I am assigned to write my academic term papers, I literally feel myself falling into hot boiling water. Writing academic term papers really means a nightmare to me. But whether I like it or not, I have to, and you guys also, have to undergo the intense experience of academic term papers writing. It seems like I am wrestling… Continue

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College term paper writing is in reality not a child’s play as I thought when I first time was given to write a college term paper . I gladly started writing my college term papers but soon realized that I would need some great help if I have to finish them on time. Well, as it is very obvious that most of the students rush to internet when it comes to find college term paper guidelines. But it is not so easy to find the guidelines which you need most.… Continue

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Green Valley News & Sun - News > News > 90 vendors expected at casino crafts show. One of the areas largest arts and crafts festivals will take place on Nov. 20-22, the weekend before Thanksgiving. It will be held...

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival set for this weekend | mycentraljersey.com | MyCentralJersey.com

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival set for this weekend | mycentraljersey.com | MyCentralJersey.com. More than 250 of the nation's most accomplished craftspeople, as well as renowned artisans from New Jersey, will display and sell their handmade works at the event taking place...

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival - Events in New Jersey - NJMonthly.com

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival - Events in New Jersey - NJMonthly.com. October 30, 2009 - November 1, 2009 Friday-Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm $7 online; $8 at the door (children under 12 free) and...

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Twilight Tattoos

The Twilight saga; people either love it or hate it. Personal feelings aside, it do factor into the world of ink. Many people have gone out of their way to create Twilight tattoos, but did you know the actors themselves are interested in commemorating the story with their own real ink? Click above & see what type of ink shape-shifting wolves choose for themselves!

Oxford Dictionary's Word of the Year 2009

The Oxford Dictionary scours through all "new" words each year, and one lucky word becomes the Word of the Year. One contender this year is no stranger to this site:

Tramp Stamp - a tattoo on the lower back, usually on a woman

The lower back is so popular for good reason. It's sexy and private. Seeking that perfect piece to grace your womanly curves? Look at these!

New Tattoo Designs From George

Who's not always in the mood for some new designs by George? One of TattooFinder.com's fine artists, George has just released an assortment of new designs. Whether you're looking for sparrows, dragons, crosses, clovers, or tribal, George has got you covered.

New Tattoo Designs From David Floyd

TattooFinder.com artist David Floyd has been hitting the drawing board lately. Need proof? Check out an array of new fairies, insects, monkeys, flowers, cats, and more!

New Tattoo Designs From Terri Fox

One of TattooFinder.com's many talented female artists, Terri Fox has presented us with some new artwork. From aliens to astrological signs, football to fairies, she's got you covered. Don't forget to check out some of her classics, either!

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Night life In Paris When planning an evening out in Paris, it is more important to decide where to go than what to do. The Champs-Elysees and Trocadero ...

Paris Nightlife - Reviews, Tips, Photos - VirtualTourist.com

Insider tips on Paris bars, clubs and nightlife. Reviews and photos posted by real travelers and Paris, France locals. Get the real scoop on Paris ...

Paris - Night Life

Enjoy the Night Life in Paris, France. ... The Bastille and Le Marais are the trendiest parts of Paris at night; these are usually open until 2AM on ... 

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lastminute.com - Paris Nightlife Guide

Great deals on travel, flights, hotels, holidays, car hire, last minute travel, travel insurance and travel guides at the lastminute.com. 

Paris Night Life ( NightLife ), RMC

Paris Night Life ( NightLife ), RMC - An Inter - City Cultural Communications WebSite program between the cities of Paris, France, and Ithaca, New York. 

Nightlife in Paris - Paris Attractions - TripAdvisor

nightlife: Visit TripAdvisor, your source for the web's best unbiased reviews and articles about nightlife in Paris, Ile-de-France.
 
 

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Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire - ABC News. Centuries ago, kings and queens ruled. It was a time when knights slayed dragons, and fair maidens welcomed their gallant men home. Share Renaissance fairs take visitors back to the 1500s for a day...

Alabama Renaissance Faire Oct. 24-25 in Florence

Alabama Renaissance Faire Oct. 24-25 in Florence. Always the fourth weekend in October, downtown Florence recreates itself as a 1400s-era small medieval village where hundreds of people in authentic period costumes entertain more than 30,000 people each year. The 23rd...

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