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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 06/14
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As Japan marks tsunami anniversary, a fresh spirit of volunteerism
One year after Japan's earthquake and subsequent tsunami disaster, some 1 million people have taken the time to volunteer in the disaster zone, bolstering a trend that began in earnest with the 1995 Kobe earthquake.
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Despite Fukushima disaster, anti-nuclear activists fight uphill battle in Japan
Even though most Japanese now oppose nuclear power, activists say building a strong movement has proven difficult.
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Post-tsunami 'eco' vision for Japan's restart
As post-tsunami rebuilding gets under way, government seeks to create a model of 'green' planning.
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What Japan is doing to fight older generation's post-tsunami isolation
Support centers that offer activities are part of plans by Japan's government and aid agencies to head off isolation among the elderly struggling in the wake of the March tsunami.
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Innovative boat could buoy Japan's small fishermen
This new highly fuel efficient boat might just be a saving grace for Japan's fishing industry, as the price of fuel threatens to put small fishermen out of business.
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Farmers look for signs of hope six months after Japan's tsunami
Healthy grass and refurbished houses along the coast hard-hit by Japan's March 11 tsunami represent the frail beginnings of a return to normalcy.
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How Japan's Fukushima disaster may exacerbate population woes
Japan's aging population is resulting in a quickly shrinking workforce and low prospects for growth. Engaging women in the workforce more fully could help, but there's cultural resistance.
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Japan tackles mountains of trash left in tsunami's wake
Japanese cities leveled by the March tsunami are now left with more trash than they would normally dispose of in a century. Recycling it all is a daunting task.
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Japan's Kan feels pressure after disaster reconstruction minister quits
A week into his new job, Japan's disaster reconstruction minister resigned after making remarks widely criticized as offensive during a visit to the tsunami-devastated northeastern coast.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 06/14
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Why Japan's Prime Minister Kan survived ouster bid
Prime Minister Naoto Kan offered to resign once he has brought the crisis at the Fukushima nuclear power plant under control. The power play in parliament has gone over poorly with the public.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 05/16
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In Pictures: Mothers around the world
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Rebuilding Japan after the tsunami - one soy sauce business at a time
In one town devastated by the tsunami, some 400 temporary housing units and a soy sauce business offer hope. But some 4,000 more units are needed.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 04/25
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 04/21
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 04/17
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Japan's Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko make first trip to disaster zone
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko visited two evacuation shelters Thursday in Asahi city, about 54 miles east of Tokyo near the Pacific coast.
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Sendai Airport reopens, but Japan still lacks plan to end nuclear crisis
One month after the March 11 quake that triggered a tsunami and damaged the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, Japanese authorities say they're still crafting plan to end the nuclear crisis.
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In Pictures: Japan earthquake: One month later
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Fukushima update: Major aftershock hits Japan; cash and safes are washing ashore
One month after the March 11 quake that triggered a tsunami and damaged the Fukushima nuclear power plant, Japanese observed a moment of silence. A 6.6 temblor shook Japan again.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 04/08
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In Pictures: Japan's 7.1 earthquake
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Japan earthquake today: Tsunami warning lifted, but Fukushima evacuated
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake shook northeast Japan late Thursday. A tsunami warning was issued, then lifted for the coast, already devastated by last month's massive quake and the tsunami that crippled the Fukushima nuclear power plant.
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Major magnitude 7.1 earthquake strikes off Japan coast
The Japan meteorological agency issued a tsunami warning for a wave of up to 6 feet for a coastal area already torn apart by last month's tsunami.
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