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'Divergent' author returns with a new fantasy series

'Divergent' author returns with a new fantasy series

Veronica Roth topped best-seller lists when she was only 23. Now she's back with a new series, set in a world where everyone has a gift that reflects their personality.

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Minnesota State Fair prices go up by $1

Minnesota State Fair prices go up by $1

The State Fair board voted to raise prices at its annual meeting-- after briefly debating a higher increase.
by Tim Nelson

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A hard-boiled crime novel with a heavy dose of history

A hard-boiled crime novel with a heavy dose of history

Bookstore owner Frank Reiss recommends "Darktown," a crime novel set in the weeks after the Atlanta Police Department hired its first black officers.
by Tracy Mumford

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Veteran Guthrie actor Richard Iglewski dies

Veteran Guthrie actor Richard Iglewski dies

The popular character actor had performed in scores of productions at the theater.
by Marianne Combs

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Celebrate 'Lemony Snicket' with a series of unfortunate recipes

Celebrate 'Lemony Snicket' with a series of unfortunate recipes

In the children's books, food is practically a supporting character. So why not welcome the poor Baudelaire orphans with a delightfully miserable repast while binge-watching the new show?
by Kristen Hartke

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UK's broadcaster scraps show with Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson

UK's broadcaster scraps show with Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson

Sky Arts said it has decided not to broadcast the program "in light of the concerns expressed by Michael Jackson's immediate family." Jackson's daughter tweeted she was "incredibly offended."
by The Associated Press

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Free speech advocates, publishers wrestle with questions of censorship

Free speech advocates, publishers wrestle with questions of censorship

Simon and Schuster's book deal with controversial Breitbart editor Milo Yiannopoulos drew strong criticism online, and sparked a debate on publishing's role in limiting the availability of ideas.
by Lynn Neary

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'The Twist' did something 55 years ago that's never been done before -- or since

'The Twist' did something 55 years ago that's never been done before -- or since

Today's Morning Edition music is from Chubby Checker with "The Twist." The song hit No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart on January 13, 1962, 55 years ago today. That was actually its second time hitting that no. 1 spot. The first time was two years earlier in 1960. It's the only record in American history to top the charts on two separate occasions.

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Prince heirs disagree on advice, other matters in star's estate

Prince heirs disagree on advice, other matters in star's estate

The complicated legal maneuvering surrounding Prince's estate entered a new phase in Carver County court. A hearing Thursday also revealed signs of strain among his siblings and heirs.
by Tim Nelson

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