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Michigan Tech Lode Thursday, December 3, 2009
News
Burj Dubai
World’s tallest building DANNY MESSINGER News Editor
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he world’s tallest building, the Burj Dubai, is set to open on Jan. 4, 2010 despite the financial crisis its home-city is currently facing. The Burj Dubai was topped out early in 2009 at a record-breaking 2,684 ft. The building broke eight world records; it is currently the tallest freestanding structure in the world, the building with the most floors and, once completed, will feature the highest elevator installation in the world. During its construction, its final height was increased multiple times.
contd. BMI This proposition would mirror Michigan Tech’s current physical education program that requires all students to take a minimum of three credits of physical edu-
Originally, the tower was planned to stand only 1,837 ft. The exterior of the building was completed early last month and work has now shifted to the interior of the building in order to prepare it for when its first occupants move in early next year. The tower is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Dubai has recently experienced an economic downturn as the construction boom that has driven its economy for many years halts. Dubai recently announced that it was unable to pay interest on its $59 billion debt. Despite the economic crisis currently facing Dubai, the Burj Dubai is still planned to open as scheduled cation courses in order to graduate. In the four years since the policy’s conception, 620 students have either tested out of the fitness course or taken it. The school estimates that 12 to 15 students will need to take the fitness class next semester.
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Location: Across from Michigan Tech Campus
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House for rent in Houghton for 2010-2011 school year. Eight large bedrooms with two and a half baths. Zoned multi-residential. Licensed for up to ten students. House completely renovated. Enjoy the indoor hot tub and warm up after a cold day in Houghton.
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Location: Houghton, MI
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