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Lady Gaga's online store now sells "We Pray for Japan" wristbands. Each purchase comes with the opportunity to donate up to $100 to earthquake relief efforts. Weirdly, if you want to show your support by giving Lady Gaga $5 for a wristband and not adding anything for the rescue effort, that option is available too. [Time; Lady Gaga Shop]