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Islamic cemetery vandalized in rural Dakota Co.

Islamic cemetery vandalized in rural Dakota Co.

The Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations says vandals recently entered the Al Maghfirah cemetery in Castle Rock Township and spray-painted profanities and swastikas.
by The Associated Press

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A demagogue, a massacre and the 'Road to Jonestown'

A demagogue, a massacre and the 'Road to Jonestown'

A new book details the life, ministry and followers of Jim Jones. A journey that led to the massacre of over 900 in Guyana nearly 40 years ago.
by Marcheta Fornoff

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'How to be Muslim: An American Story'

MPR News host Kerri Miller talked to author Haroon Moghul about his new memoir, "How to be Muslim: An American Story."
by Kerri Miller and Elizabeth Shockman

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Saudi woman in miniskirt video arrested after public outcry

A Saudi woman has been arrested for defying the kingdom's strict dress code by walking around in a miniskirt and crop top in a video that sparked public outrage.
by The Associated Press

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Aspen Ideas Festival: Stopping the violence in America's cities

Aspen Ideas Festival: Stopping the violence in America's cities

A discussion from the Aspen Ideas Festival about how to stop the violence in America's cities. A Chicago pastor, the Cook County Sheriff and a former high school principal turned philanthropist share their insights.
by MPR News Staff

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Pope Francis announces new path to sainthood

Pope Francis announces new path to sainthood

The new category recognizes those who sacrifice their lives for others. The pope announced the pathway on Tuesday, and it is seen as one of the biggest changes to the process in centuries.

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Gluten-free host a no-go, says pope

Gluten-free host a no-go, says pope

The bread used for celebrating the Eucharist must contain some gluten, said the Vatican, but there is still a way for many celiac sufferers to receive the sacrament.

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Aspen Ideas Festival: David Brooks on 'The Second Mountain'

Aspen Ideas Festival: David Brooks on 'The Second Mountain'

Every year New York Times columnist and NPR commentator David Brooks gives an hour-long lecture, and he titled this one, "The Second Mountain: The Next Big Challenge in Your Life."
by MPR News Staff

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MN Muslim group asks FBI to probe threatening email

A message sent Thursday to the Council on American Islamic Relations' Minnesota and Southern California offices threatened violence with "horrific, violent camel jockey piercing rounds of ammo."
by Riham Feshir

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