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Summer isn't always a vacation for families who can't afford it

Summer isn't always a vacation for families who can't afford it

If you've got kids, the summertime costs families who have to look for creative ways to afford it -- and not just financially. Research shows lower-income kids typically fall behind over the summer.

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James J. Hill library seeks 21st century role

James J. Hill library seeks 21st century role

The railroad baron and financier founded a namesake library in St. Paul to help other entrepreneurs succeed. Now, the library's leaders are adjusting its mission and purpose for the internet age.
by Martin Moylan

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Overworked Americans aren't taking the vacation they've earned

Overworked Americans aren't taking the vacation they've earned

And they're not unplugging from email and text messages when they do get away, an NPR poll finds. "So they're taking their stress along with them wherever they go," says a Harvard scientist.
by Patti Neighmond

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Why do most Americans think the economy is 'rigged'?

According to a poll conducted by Edison Research and Marketplace, 71% of Americans think the economy is rigged to favor certain groups over others. In this election year, three experts talk with MPR News host Kerri Miller about the implications for candidates and voters alike.
by MPR News Staff

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Firms are buying, sharing your online info. What can you do about it?

Firms are buying, sharing your online info. What can you do about it?

Every time you visit a website, companies you've never heard of are collecting data about you and selling or sharing it with other companies. You can opt out, but few consumers are aware of that.

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PolyMet files first major mine permit applications

PolyMet files first major mine permit applications

The project promises an economic revival to northeast Minnesota, but opponents say it comes with unprecedented environmental risks.
by Dan Kraker

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Hassle of being a patient can turn into a crisis without sick leave

Hassle of being a patient can turn into a crisis without sick leave

An NPR poll found that most working adults say they go to work when they're sick. For people who work in hospitals or restaurants that can be a problem, since it's easy to spread disease.
by Rae Ellen Bichell

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