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Tech developer launches 'Ojibwe Netflix'

A Canadian technology development company has launched the first ever video streaming service for Indigenous Ojibwe speakers. It's available now on Apple TV and Apple's app store.
by John Enger

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When Sam Cooke went from gospel to secular music

Cooke's family name did not have an "e" on the end, but he added the extra letter in 1957 to signify a new start to his life. That's when he made the switch from gospel to secular music.
by MPR News Staff

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The kids are alright: 'Youthquake' is Oxford word of 2017

Oxford Dictionaries is recognizing the power of the millennial generation with its 2017 word of the year: "youthquake." It's defined as "a significant cultural, political, or social change arising from the actions or influence of young people."
by The Associated Press

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McNally Smith College of Music closing due to lack of funds

McNally Smith College of Music closing due to lack of funds

In a letter to faculty, college President Harry Chalmiers said "our employment has ended and the college is being closed at the end of the semester" on Dec. 20.
by Peter Cox and Solvejg Wastvedt

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Poll: Americans overwhelmingly support 'zero tolerance' on sexual harassment

Poll: Americans overwhelmingly support 'zero tolerance' on sexual harassment

Republicans, independents and Democrats alike agree that "a zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment is essential to bringing about change in our society," according to a new NPR/Ipsos
by Danielle Kurtzleben

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Don't worry, technology gifts aren't scary

Even the relative who is afraid of their router could use some new tech to make their lives easier.
by Tom Weber and Manda Lillie

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Sister Rosetta Tharpe's Hall of Fame legacy

Sister Rosetta Tharpe will be entering the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next year with the Award for Early Influence. Elvis Presley was a big fan of the way she played the guitar.
by Cathy Wurzer

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