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Cameo is being used for political propaganda — by tricking the stars involved

Cameo is being used for political propaganda — by tricking the stars involved

Lindsay Lohan and other celebrities were tricked into calling for the ouster of Moldova’s president. It’s the latest example of the Cameo app being used for an apparent political propaganda operation.
by Shannon Bond

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Tackling the nursing home staffing crisis  

Tackling the nursing home staffing crisis  

Workers at some Minnesota nursing homes have planned a one-day strike next Tuesday. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about what it’s like to work in long-term care and why so many nursing homes can’t find enough employees.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Macy's to close 150 stores as sales slip, pivots to luxury at Bloomingdale's and Blue Mercury

Macy's to close 150 stores as sales slip, pivots to luxury at Bloomingdale's and Blue Mercury

Macy’s will close 150 stores over the next three years, 50 by the end of 2024 after posting a fourth quarter loss and declining sales. At the same time the company signaled a pivot to luxury. 
by The Associated Press

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As Cowles Center closes, local dancers reflect on its impact

As Cowles Center closes, local dancers reflect on its impact

The Cowles Center, a key venue for dance and performing arts in the Twin Cities, is set to close on March 31 due to financial difficulties. This decision has deeply affected the local dance community.
by Jacob Aloi

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Vital Signs: Staying safe from infectious disease

Vital Signs: Staying safe from infectious disease

Dr. Jon Hallberg breaks down changing COVID-19 isolation guidance, measles cases in Minnesota and the early reappearance of ticks in the state.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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FTC and 9 states sue to block Kroger-Albertsons supermarket merger

FTC and 9 states sue to block Kroger-Albertsons supermarket merger

The Federal Trade Commission and nine states want to stop the deal that would combine the country’s two largest grocery store chains. The companies say they have to merge to compete with Walmart.
by Alina Selyukh

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St. Paul teachers set March 11 strike date as contract talks continue

St. Paul teachers set March 11 strike date as contract talks continue

Another mediated session with union and district negotiators is scheduled for Friday. The union represents about 3,700 teachers, educational assistants and school professionals. Union members voted earlier this month to authorize a strike.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Grain elevator fire strains Hawley water supply

Grain elevator fire strains Hawley water supply

Schools are closed Monday and residents are asked to limit water use in the northwestern Minnesota town of Hawley, after a massive fire overnight.
by Dan Gunderson

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