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Titanic research dive reveals discovery, decay and new photos

Titanic research dive reveals discovery, decay and new photos

This summer, RMS Titanic, Inc. — the salvor-in-possession of the wreck — made its first unmanned dive to the wreck in 14 years. The team uncovered some rare finds — and losses.
by Scott Detrow, Avery Keatley and Adam Raney

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Split Rock Lighthouse shines with new tours, Indigenous history exhibit

Split Rock Lighthouse shines with new tours, Indigenous history exhibit

Minnesota’s iconic North Shore lighthouse has transformed itself over the last few years since the pandemic. A recent trip found a new walking tour and new detail on the history of the Native American people who were there long before the 114-year-old tower. 
by Elizabeth Shockman

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3 more sets of remains tied to the 1921 Tulsa race riots found with gunshot wounds

3 more sets of remains tied to the 1921 Tulsa race riots found with gunshot wounds

The 1921 Tulsa race riots began after a Black man was accused of assaulting a white woman. The case was later dismissed in court, but historians estimate that up to 300 people died during the riots.
by Ayana Archie

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Infantoriums, embalmed whales and the Minnesota Ice Man: Weird State Fair tales

Infantoriums, embalmed whales and the Minnesota Ice Man: Weird State Fair tales

The Minnesota State Fair, established in 1859, is known for its unique and beloved quirks such as butter sculptures and crop art, but it has also hosted some truly bizarre events.
by Max Sparber

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Chicago ’68 recalls a Democratic convention and a political moment like no other

Chicago ’68 recalls a Democratic convention and a political moment like no other

In the months leading up to DNC 2024, "Chicago ‘68" has been repeatedly conjured. But there is nothing in this political climate to compare to '68 and the all-encompassing anxiety over Vietnam.
by Ron Elving

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This Minnesota man won rowing gold at 1924 Paris Olympics, but it didn’t define him

This Minnesota man won rowing gold at 1924 Paris Olympics, but it didn’t define him

Liam Goff’s great-grandfather, Minneapolis native Alfred Wilson, was on the team representing the U.S. in men’s eight rowing at the Paris Games a century ago.
by Madelyn Bonkoski

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