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Two Syrian teenage girls, 800 years apart

Two Syrian teenage girls, 800 years apart

The author of "The Map of Salt and Stars" tells two parallel stories that she hopes will move readers to care about the Syrian war.
by Euan Kerr

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What happens when two enemies fall in love?

What happens when two enemies fall in love?

A love story between a black Army nurse and a German POW during World War II? You couldn't make that story up -- and Alexis Clark, author of the upcoming book, "Enemies in Love," didn't.
by Karen Grigsby Bates

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Spoonfuls of Stonehenge: modern ice cream flavors inspired by history

Spoonfuls of Stonehenge: modern ice cream flavors inspired by history

A small-batch ice cream maker in Baltimore explores the sweet -- and salty, spicy and even a little nutty -- sides of historical people and places through clever, deeply researched flavor combinations.
by Laura Kiniry

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Find refreshment this summer: 10 drinks to beat the heat

Find refreshment this summer: 10 drinks to beat the heat

We're in for a summery, warm, weekend. The perfect time to whip out your favorite glass and kick back on the porch for some summertime sippin'.
by MPR News Staff

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Logic to perform at Soundset

The 11th annual Soundset music festival will be held on Sunday at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Nearly four dozen acts will be performing. Rapper Logic has the top billing.
by Phil Picardi

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Black Fashion Week MN to shine a light on 'overlooked' designers

Black Fashion Week MN to shine a light on 'overlooked' designers

The first Black Fashion Week MN starts Friday evening to showcase designers and stylists who are largely overlooked in an industry historically dominated by white people.
by Emma Sapong

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