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'What would you do?' author wants to stop sensationalizing the Donner Party

'What would you do?' author wants to stop sensationalizing the Donner Party

In "The Best Land Under Heaven," Michael Wallis chronicles the saga of a band of pioneers who resorted to cannibalism after getting stranded en route West. He says "there's so much more" to the story.
by Dave Davies

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The Monkees hit No. 1 while trying to prove themselves

The Monkees hit No. 1 while trying to prove themselves

After being ridiculed as a fake band created by TV producers, the Monkees used their popularity to take control of their music.
by MPR News Staff

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Paddington bear creator Michael Bond dies at 91

Paddington bear creator Michael Bond dies at 91

Publisher HarperCollins says Michael Bond, creator of globe-trotting teddy Paddington bear, has died aged 91. The publisher says Bond died Tuesday at his home after a short illness.
by The Associated Press

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With greatest of ease, Circus Juventas flies to D.C.

With greatest of ease, Circus Juventas flies to D.C.

The St. Paul-based youth circus school will perform in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival on the National Mall.
by Marianne Combs

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In 'Amatka,' a warped and chilling portrait of post-truth reality

In 'Amatka,' a warped and chilling portrait of post-truth reality

Karin Tidbeck's new novel is set in the mysterious city of Amatka, an agricultural colony ruled by a totalitarian government -- but this is no standard dystopia. In "Amatka," language has strange power.
by Jason Heller

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The Suburbs and Summit team up on a new beer

The Suburbs and Summit team up on a new beer

The Suburbs New Wave Ale! is described as having inviting aromas of pear and fruit punch, moderate hop bitterness, and a nutty malt profile with touches of pie crust and graham cracker.
by MPR News Staff

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'But Seriously,' tennis great John McEnroe says he's seeking 'inner peace'

'But Seriously,' tennis great John McEnroe says he's seeking 'inner peace'

Known for his on-court outbursts, McEnroe famously yelled, "You cannot be serious!" at one official. Now, decades later, he says it's a "miracle" if he goes a full day without hearing that line.
by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

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