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...gold mines too--great natural ports on a warm-water gulf, perfectly situated to profit from the traffic moving up and down one of the world's most important shipping lanes: the Mississippi River. The port of South Louisiana moves more tonnage each year than any other in the nation. Add to that the commodities the Gulf produces, including nearly 30% of the nation's oil, 20% of its natural gas and a third of its fish and shellfish, and it is clear--as many have pointed out since last week--that even if New Orleans were completely leveled...
Some companies go even further to ensure a clean, green conscience. Green-Tech Assets of Cumberland, R.I., offers a risk-management service to protect clients from liability in cases of improper disposal by third-party contractors. "We're willing to be your firewall," says Green-Tech senior vice president Jim Keck. In the world of e-waste disposal, peace of mind has become a renewable--and marketable--resource...
...satirical radio show Le Show to remind the country of ongoing post-Katrina suffering and to suggest practical engineering solutions to the city’s problems. “I found myself forced into the role of stepping forward to represent New Orleans to the rest of the world after Katrina,” said Shearer, who is the voice of both Ned Flanders and Mr. Burns on the Simpsons. Having a foot in both entertainment and activism is a way of nourishing “different parts of your soul,” said Shearer...
...perhaps act in support of press freedom, where before the World Bank has been silent.Although the Bank has yet to officially make loans contingent on press freedom, it may do so in the near future. The rationale is simple: A strong, independent media is a better check on corruption and human rights abuse than any conditions the World Bank can impose. Ideally, all major donors can agree to impose strict and uniform standards of open governance and press freedom as a condition for any non-emergency aid. However, the World Bank can achieve much single-handedly, not least by encouraging...
...Lohan has to be entertaining. Nuff said.Superman ReturnsDue Out: June 30Many seem to be revving up to see the third and final insIf people are disappointed that Spider-Man is a no-show this year, there’s another superhero who could fill his place. In this rebirth of the franchise, Superman has been M.I.A. for a while, it seems Metropolis doesn’t need or want him anymore. With the excitement on campus and all over the world, it’s pretty clear that “Superman” is a welcome return and there...