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Understanding Earthquakes and Their Impacts: Part I
Posted by on May 10, 2011 at 10:46 AM EDTIn the first of a two-part blog, OSTP and USGS take a look at the science of earthquakes. Globally there have been four deadly earthquakes in just over a year—Haiti, Chile, New Zealand, and Japan—which have served as a reminder of the tectonic forces active beneath our feet.
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Thank You Alaska!
Posted by on April 28, 2011 at 6:00 PM EDTOSTP Policy Analyst Mary Boatman joined the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy at the University of Alaska-Fairbanks for an interactive “Webinar” to discuss issues concerning the Arctic region.
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Take an E-Trip to Alaska to Discuss Issues Facing the Arctic
Posted by on April 18, 2011 at 2:43 PM EDTTomorrow from 2-3pm EDT you can join the US Arctic Research Commission (USARC) and Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy at the University of Alaska-Fairbanks for an interactive “Webinar” to discuss issues concerning the Arctic.
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Grant Opportunities and Resources for Community and Faith-based Organizations
Posted by on March 31, 2011 at 10:36 AM EDTEach week the White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships highlights grant opportunities and resources available for community and faith-based organizations. This week there are at least four new grant announcements for non-profits and an additional resource for those interested in helping their community.
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From Coast to Coast, Working Together for our Ocean, Coasts, and Great Lakes
Posted by on March 22, 2011 at 1:40 PM EDTMembers of the newly convened Governance Coordinating Committee chime in on what they think their work and membership means to the people and the communities they serve.
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Defying the Odds: End the Rise of HIV/AIDS in Native American Communities
Posted by on March 18, 2011 at 2:31 PM EDTAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Indians and Alaska Natives are highly impacted by HIV/AIDS despite that less they make up less than 1 percent of those living with HIV. CDC is working with the Indian Health Service on preventive meansures and promotion programs.
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President Obama: "We Will Stand with the People of Japan"
Posted by on March 17, 2011 at 4:34 PM EDTHaving just returned from the Japanese Embassy where he wrote a message in a condolence book for victims, the President speaks at the White House on the tragic events in Japan.
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The Ongoing Response to the Earthquakes and Tsunami in Japan
Posted by on March 13, 2011 at 6:52 PM EDTWhite House Press Secretary Jay Carney has released an overview of the United States' reponse in support of our friends in Japan. For information on how you can help directly, USAID has pulled together options for donating to support the response effort.
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The Earthquake in Japan and Tsunami Preparedness
Posted by on March 11, 2011 at 1:03 PM EDTThe President's statement and an overview of his briefings on the tragedy.
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Working with Tribal Nations to Build a Brighter Future
Posted by on February 25, 2011 at 5:55 PM EDTAs part of its ongoing efforts to improve relations with and conditions for Native Americans, the White House is releasing the synopsis of the 2010 White House Tribal Nations Conference. Read it here.
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