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Allianz Life of Minneapolis confirms data breach affecting majority of 1.4M U.S. customers

Allianz Life of Minneapolis confirms data breach affecting majority of 1.4M U.S. customers

Hackers have accessed the personal data of most of the 1.4 million customers of Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America. The company confirmed the breach on Saturday. Allianz Life, based in Minneapolis, said the breach occurred on July 16.
by The Associated Press

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Triple digit heat indices Sunday with storms Sunday night

Triple digit heat indices Sunday with storms Sunday night

More spotty storms are possible overnight north. It will be very hot and and humid Sunday. Statewide chances of storms develop Sunday evening and overnight. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Vikings sign Josh Metellus to contract extension

Vikings sign Josh Metellus to contract extension

The Minnesota Vikings and veteran safety Josh Metellus reached an agreement on Saturday to a multiyear deal.
by Mitch Klein

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Corporate America is having a weird tariff summer

Corporate America is having a weird tariff summer

Some big companies are reporting real financial pain from tariffs and economic uncertainty — but for others, business is booming.
by Maria Aspan

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PEPFAR escaped the rescission ax. But where does it stand?

Founded by George W. Bush, the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief was taken out of the list of agencies that lost previously pledged funds. But its future is far from certain.
by Gabrielle Emanuel

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What does it take for a famine to be declared in Gaza?

What does it take for a famine to be declared in Gaza?

Reports of starvation in Gaza raise the questions: Why the hesitation in labeling it a famine? And who are the authorities with the power to make that call?
by Nurith Aizenman and Tom Benner

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Twins beat Nationals 1-0 behind 2-hitter over 6-inning start by Zebby Matthews

Twins beat Nationals 1-0 behind 2-hitter over 6-inning start by Zebby Matthews

Zebby Matthews pitched a two-hitter over six scoreless innings for the Minnesota Twins in a 1-0 victory over the Washington Nationals. It was the best start of Matthews' career and his first win since returning from a shoulder strain.
by The Associated Press

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As the ADA turns 35, groups fighting for disability rights could see their federal dollars slashed

As the ADA turns 35, groups fighting for disability rights could see their federal dollars slashed

Congress is considering proposals from President Donald Trump to slash funding for disability rights centers in each state, and advocates worry that they could lose more than 60% their federal dollars.
by The Associated Press

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Home sales are down. So why are prices at an all-time high?

Home sales are down. So why are prices at an all-time high?

Those with equity in a home can trade up more easily, while many first-time homebuyers are still stuck on the sidelines.
by Laurel Wamsley

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Ask a Bookseller: ‘Bat Kid’ by Inoue Kazuo

Ask a Bookseller: ‘Bat Kid’ by Inoue Kazuo

PJ Moon of The Raven Bookstore in Lawrence, Kan., recommends “Bat Kid” by Inoue Kazuo.
by Emily Bright

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How a Minneapolis preschool nurtures a legacy of education and community building

How a Minneapolis preschool nurtures a legacy of education and community building

For almost 150 years, Pillsbury House in Minneapolis has provided a safe space for children and families to learn and grow. MPR News went to its early education center to see how Pillsbury is adapting to a changing world for youngsters and their adults.
by Kyra Miles

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Steamy air is back for the weekend with spotty storms north

Steamy air is back for the weekend with spotty storms north

After somewhat of a reprieve from the most humid air the last couple days, the steamy air returns. Storms are possible north today and tonight with statewide chances Sunday night. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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