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- Japan's Hamaoka nuclear plant sees tsunami defense in (very big) wall
Japan's controversial Hamaoka nuclear plant, shut down after Fukushima, wants to reopen once a 54-ft.-high, mile-long wall is finished. But the plant also sits on a seismic fault line, raising more than a few doubts.
Protest leaders weigh new tactics as anti-Putin rallies shrinkThousands of Moscow residents rallied Saturday against Vladimir Putin. But crowds were smaller, and protest leaders say they need fresh ideas to counter disillusionment and divisions.
- Garzón's quest for justice crosses a red line in Spain
Judge Baltasar Garzón raised hackles in Spain when he began investigating civil war and Franco-era crimes, ignoring an amnesty law. The effort has effectively ended his career – but started a long-stifled conversation.
The oystermen and the sea, one year after Japan's tsunamiOystermen in the Japanese hamlet of Samurai-hama should be enjoying a profitable harvest this time of year. But the March 2011 tsunami destroyed much of their equipment and is testing their willingness to persevere.
- Chinese police shoot three in Tibet amid protests
One was killed and two others wounded by the police.
Island nation of Kiribati contemplates move to FijiThe leaders of the Pacific nation, archipelago of 103,000 people, are considering moving their entire population to Fiji if climate change brings rising waters.
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Gaza militant assassinated by Israel, sparking fears of wider violenceIsraeli confirmed its targeted assassination of Zuhair al-Qaissi was the chief of the Popular Resistance Committees, a pro-Hamas militant group that has threatened retaliation.
Japan: One year after Fukushima nuclear disaster, 4 repercussions The March 11, 2011 Japan earthquake was one of the world's worst earthquakes. It triggered a tsunami, flooding, landslides, fires, and a meltdown at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.
Mexico withers under worst drought in 71 yearsSome 2.5 million Mexicans are affected by this extreme drought, which could cause widespread hunger for years to come.
Spain leads Europe's rebellion against German austerityPrime Minister Mario Rajoy told EU officials that Spain would not meet its deficit target for 2012. Other countries, struggling to avoid further recession, may follow suit.
Alpine skier Lindsey Vonn caps a banner year for American snow queensLindsey Vonn has wrapped up her fourth overall World Cup title this year – a feat matched by only one other woman in the history of alpine skiing. But that's not all.
Culture under construction in the United Arab EmiratesA future-focused cultural district made up of four museums and a performing arts center will be built on a manmade island off the coast of Abu Dhabi by 2017.
How Kony 2012 campaign went viral and focused rare attention on AfricaInvisible Children, through its Kony 2012 campaign against the Lord's Resistance Army, had a strong message, social media, and a strategy for how to channel a youthful desire to be involved.
Biggest debt restructuring in history buys Greece only 'a bit of time'Private investors agreed to write off 85.8 percent of Greece's private debt, but analysts warn that if Greece doesn't address underlying problems, the deal will not fix things for long.
- Is Ecuador prepared to counter rise in organized crime?
Ecuador has been described as the 'United Nations of organized crime,' but authorities may underestimate the repercussions, writes guest blogger Elyssa Pachico.
Thousands give up carbon for LentDuring Lent, the season of reflection, Christians around the world are focusing on being better stewards of creation.
Crisis mapping: How Invisible Children's Kony 2012 campaign changed advocacyInvisible Children's Kony 2012 campaign includes an early warning radio network and crisis map that help civilians prepare for attacks by Joseph Kony's Lord's Resistance Army, guest blogger Patrick Meier says.
Ferry service to Cuba a 'bridge' too far for US governmentReestablishing ferry services to Cuba for the first time in 50 years would surely present challenges, but is in line with recent US-Cuba policy changes, writes guest blogger Anya Landau French.
