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As I write, we are in the midst of hurricane season and have seen massive wildfires in the West. And, despite the considerable analysis and discussion that occurred following Hurricanes Katrina and ...

A futuristic structure may soon be coming to the Portland State University (PSU) campus—complete with loudspeakers, solar panels, bike pedals, and electrical outlets. But this alien-looking creation ...

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