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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor I've been glued to the news the past few days, watching coverage of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. It's so awful, it's hard to even find room in our heads for everything that's happened. But as usual, when tragedy strikes, so does the opportunity to show human nature at its best. Here's how you can help out. Help Japan Without Getting Scammed The goal, of course, is to make sure that your hard-earned donations are going to the right place. Find Loved Ones in Japan How Did You Hear About the Earthquake in Japan? See More About:  identity theft  consumers  consumer resources Safe Ways to Help the Survivors This page has at least 12 safe ways to give to the survivors in Japan. Urban Legends: 'Nuclear Rain' Rumors Spread in Asia The Economic Impact of Japan's Quake See More About:  giving to charity  international giving  A Donor's Guide to Global Emergencies These resources will help you figure out which organizations are helping in which ways, and donate safely. Taxes and International Giving Tax Deductions for Charitable Donations See More About:  safe giving  online giving  Helpful Websites for Japan Earthquake Information And these sites will help you stay up-to-date on all the news. Safe Giving Guide Facebook Scam: Tsunami Whale Video Today Ads Fraud Report Scam Bank Scams Escrow Scam Check Scams Featured Articles How to Start Seeds for a Garden Indoors Post-Earthquake Japan Update Style Awards: Your Picks for Best Products iPad Review: Should You Buy? Is March Madness Good for Business? Follow Us on Twitter!   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement