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Rivers of Oil, Episode 3: The spark that ignited fires

Rivers of Oil, Episode 3: The spark that ignited fires

Pipelines have become a potent issue for Native American and indigenous people, who are fighting them across North America. Part of the fight is over culture and identity. But it also involves a messy history of land and treaties, and a long, complicated -- and often adversarial -- relationship with the U.S. government.
by Julie Siple, Bill Wareham, Dan Kraker and Cody Nelson

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A church organ's stop with symbolism centuries deep

A church organ's stop with symbolism centuries deep

Centuries of racial tension are bringing attention to a custom organ at First Lutheran church in Bemidji.
by John Enger

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Sessions cites the Bible to justify immigrant family separations

Sessions cites the Bible to justify immigrant family separations

Reacting to criticism from mainstream religious groups, the attorney general said the administration will continue to separate immigrant children from their parents.

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Pope Francis accepts resignation of Bishop Juan Barros over Chilean abuse scandal

Pope Francis accepts resignation of Bishop Juan Barros over Chilean abuse scandal

Bishop Juan Barros was accused of covering up the acts of a notorious abuser. Pope Francis enraged thousands of Catholics in Chile when he appointed Barros as bishop of Osorno in 2015.

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Archdiocese needs $40M for sex abuse settlement. Here's where it's looking

Archdiocese needs $40M for sex abuse settlement. Here's where it's looking

Twin Cities archdiocese leaders are crafting a plan expected to lean on budget cuts, money from three schools and the generosity of parish Catholics to pay the uninsured settlement balance. Layoffs are also possible.
by Tom Scheck

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For Ramadan, more Muslims shape diets around physical and mental health

For Ramadan, more Muslims shape diets around physical and mental health

A growing number of Muslim food bloggers and dietitians say that fitness and spirituality go hand in hand, and are sharing tips to encourage mindfulness in food choices to keep from overindulging.
by Maryam Jillani

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