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Disasters, Culture, and Aid

It has been heartbreaking to see the horrific images coming out of Japan’s recent devastation: pictures of unrecognizable landscapes, stories of loved ones whisked away by surging waves, and home videos of water devouring buildings and people. The whole world waits … Continue reading

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Japanese Oil Company Invests in Solar Energy

A Japanese oil refiner, Showa Shell Sekiyu KK, has invested a large stake in alternative energy sources, says the Wall Street Journal. Showa Shell is one of Japan’s largest oil companies. Its $1.25 billion investment in Solar Frontier KK will … Continue reading

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