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The economics of being single: the financial trade-offs of living solo

The economics of being single: the financial trade-offs of living solo

MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about living solo — how singles are rethinking their finances and redefining the way they live in a world that seems like it’s catered to couples.
by Catharine Richert and Nikhil Kumaran

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University of Minnesota and Essentia announce new health care alliance

University of Minnesota and Essentia announce new health care alliance

The University of Minnesota and Essentia Health are proposing a new nonprofit for academic medicine in Minnesota. The university currently operates under a collaborative agreement with Fairview Health Services. That agreement ends next year. 
by Erica Zurek

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Proposed high-voltage powerline gets state regulators’ approval

Proposed high-voltage powerline gets state regulators’ approval

Minnesota Power and Great River Energy jointly plan to build the 180-mile project, which could cost upwards of $1 billion. The utilities say the new high-voltage line is needed to help maintain a reliable power grid, as they transition away from fossil fuel plants to renewable energy such as solar and wind. 
by Kirsti Marohn

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Talking Sense: How does news media contribute to political polarization?  

Talking Sense: How does news media contribute to political polarization?  

MPR News guest host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about how the news media contributes to political polarization by stoking mistrust and reinforcing stereotypes.
by Catharine Richert and Maja Beckstrom

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Netflix raises monthly fees after a record jump in new subscribers

Netflix raises monthly fees after a record jump in new subscribers

The company says it added 19 million new subscribers during the last quarter of 2024, fueled by live events and new shows. Netflix is also raising subscriptions by $1 to $2 per month in the U.S.
by Manuela López Restrepo

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