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Art Hounds: Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what's exciting in local art. You can explore arts events here, or become an Art Hound today.

Art Reviews: Our arts team offers insight on the latest in theater, music, visual arts and more. We explore the breadth of creativity and innovation found throughout Minnesota, offering audiences a deeper understanding of the works and artists shaping our cultural landscape. Read more here.

Art Friend: Everyone needs an art friend. Art Friend is a new segment with our arts team. Art spaces can feel exclusive and art can be confusing, obtuse, and even boring. But, especially with the right context, everyone can be a critic. So let us be your guide- your Art Friend. Listen or read Art Friend stories here.

Our arts coverage is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Embrace the 'Bold North' in Minneapolis for Super Bowl

Embrace the 'Bold North' in Minneapolis for Super Bowl

Minneapolis is the northernmost city to host a Super Bowl. Tourism officials are making the most of that as they prepare to welcome visitors to the "Bold North." Here's a look at some things to do for those who have never been to Minnesota.
by Amy Forliti, Associated Press

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Women's March star MILCK releases an EP

The debut EP by MILCK "This is Not the End" comes out Friday.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Rochester theater has new harassment policy, nine months after accusations

Some nine months after the Rochester Civic Theatre's executive director resigned amid allegations of unwanted sexual advances, the organization has a new harassment and discrimination policy.
by Riham Feshir

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'Candle in the Wind' topped charts 20 years ago

'Candle in the Wind' topped charts 20 years ago

The original version of the song, which came out in the 1970s, was about Marilyn Monroe. Bernie Taupin rewrote the lyrics as a tribute to Princess Diana shortly after her death.
by MPR News Staff

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Cranberries singer Dolores O'Riordan dead at 46

Cranberries singer Dolores O'Riordan dead at 46

O'Riordan died in London, where she was recording, publicist Lindsey Holmes said. The cause of death wasn't immediately available.
by The Associated Press

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Lisa Lisa turns 51 years old

Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam turn 51 years old Monday. In 1987, they came out with their Billboard-topping hit "Lost in Emotion."
by MPR News Staff

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Inspirational speeches for Martin Luther King Day

Inspirational speeches for Martin Luther King Day

Hear inspirational speeches from the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Walton of Harvard Divinity School and former Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick.
by MPR News Staff

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Kaveh Akbar is poetry's biggest cheerleader

Kaveh Akbar is poetry's biggest cheerleader

Akbar, a poet himself, waves his pom poms for the form at DiveDapper, a site dedicated to in-depth interviews with his favorite poets. He says he wants to live his life "in joyful service" to poetry.
by Jeevika Verma

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When 'The Perfect Nanny' is anything but

When 'The Perfect Nanny' is anything but

Leila Slimani's breakout novel, inspired by true stories of killer caregivers, chronicles the complex relationship between a mother and her babysitter.
by Barrie Hardymon

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'This Could Hurt' is a workplace saga with heart

'This Could Hurt' is a workplace saga with heart

Jillian Medoff has spent years in the corporate world, and she puts that experience to good use in this story of a hard-charging boss whose devoted staff has to cover for her when she starts to slip.
by Heller McAlpin

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