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R. Kelly changes gears with a Christmas album

R. Kelly changes gears with a Christmas album

It's his first-ever holiday album and it features all original tracks.

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Historical status of art played role in decision on Capitol paintings

Historical status of art played role in decision on Capitol paintings

The decision Thursday by a Minnesota Historical Society panel ended what had been a skirmish over whose Minnesota history should be prominently displayed at the Capitol.

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'Adoption Play' blends a family of different stories

'Adoption Play' blends a family of different stories

In bringing their own experiences to the project, storytellers with Wonderlust Productions opened eyes all around.
by Euan Kerr

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A look at the unraveling and the reclaiming of Somalia

A look at the unraveling and the reclaiming of Somalia

Andrew Harding's new book, "The Mayor of Mogadishu," explores what it means to flee your country -- and to return decades later to rebuild.
by MPR News Staff

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Not for you, Cindy Lou! These tasty holiday treats are for grownups

Not for you, Cindy Lou! These tasty holiday treats are for grownups

With tantalizing twists like liqueur, coffee and spices, kids may turn up their little red noses at these decadent delights - but that just leaves more for you and your adult friends.
by Jonathan Baer

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Minnesota high school band plays at Pearl Harbor

Minnesota high school band plays at Pearl Harbor

Students from Minnesota were among the band members playing in the International Mass Band at a Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremony in Hawaii.

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