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Conspiracy theorists flock to bird flu, spreading falsehoods

Conspiracy theorists flock to bird flu, spreading falsehoods

While it doesn't pose a significant threat to humans, the outbreak is prompting a new wave of some of the same conspiracy theories that emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic.
by The Associated Press

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How the labor shortage is affecting seasonal work and teen summer jobs

How the labor shortage is affecting seasonal work and teen summer jobs

It’s a great time to look for a summer job. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about businesses scrambling for seasonal workers and how teenagers are finding more work in the tight labor market.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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The plot to keep meatpacking plants open during COVID-19

The plot to keep meatpacking plants open during COVID-19

Newly released documents reveal that the meatpacking industry’s callousness toward the health of its workers and its influence over the Trump administration were far greater than previously known.

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America's baby formula shortage: 8 key questions, answered

America's baby formula shortage: 8 key questions, answered

Supply chain issues and a major recall have parents struggling to consistently find baby formula. It’s a dire situation with serious impact. Hopefully, supplies increase soon. Until then, here’s what experts recommend.
by Grace Birnstengel

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4 things to know as cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (and stablecoins) melt down

4 things to know as cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (and stablecoins) melt down

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are being caught up in the storm impacting all kinds of markets, including stocks. The plunge in a type of crypto called TerraUSD is raising special concern.
by David Gura

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Comic: One Sioux chef's attempt to reclaim Native American cuisine

Comic: One Sioux chef's attempt to reclaim Native American cuisine

When it comes to North American cuisine, Indigenous foods don't typically come to mind. Chef Sean Sherman is changing that by serving food that celebrates and preserves his ancestors' Lakota cooking.
by Chelsea Saunders and LA Johnson

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California just ran on 100% renewable energy, but fossil fuels aren't fading away yet

California just ran on 100% renewable energy, but fossil fuels aren't fading away yet

California broke its record for renewable energy when solar and wind provided enough to meet all consumer demand. At the time, natural gas power plants were still on, a necessity for the grid.
by Lauren Sommer

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Wet spring slows planting for many Minnesota farmers

Wet spring slows planting for many Minnesota farmers

Planting for most Minnesota crops is well behind average because of wet conditions and cold soil temperatures. Warmer weather over the past week is helping to dry fields, but widespread rains continue and in many parts of the state farmers are waiting as prime planting time slips past.
by Dan Gunderson

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