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Dancing Camel Brewery supports the Sea

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The History of Thanksgiving and How to Green Yours!

One of the wonderful customs that the American settlers here in the Middle East has brought over from the old country is Thanksgiving. Here...

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Dr. Bronner’s Soap is Sustainable Development in Israel/Palestine

In my book, Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps definitely gets an A+ for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility!

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Nagaya Organic Gifts: Give the Gift of Sustainability

What could be a more thoughtful gift than a gift that's organic?  Giving someone an organic gift shows not only that you care about...

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