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Elie Wiesel’s Hostage is set in 1975, when an Orthodox Jewish man is abducted by members of a Palestinian group. While he is hostage, the man draws on his memories for strength. This is a haunting and thought-provoking novel.
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US recyclers are nervous about losing their largest market after China began enforcing new environmental laws this year.
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David Eads sits among old computer parts waiting to be recycled or refurbished by FreeGeek Chicago volunteers.
David Eads runs FreeGeek Chicago, 'an Apple Store for the rest of us'
FreeGeek Chicago gives volunteers hands-on training in restoring old computers to sell or recycle – while they earn credits toward taking home their own desktop or laptop free of charge.
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