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8.8-magnitude earthquake sends tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Hawaii

8.8-magnitude earthquake sends tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Hawaii

One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck Russia’s Far East, sending tsunami waves into Japan, Hawaii and the U.S. West Coast. No substantial damage has been reported so far, but authorities warned people away from shorelines and said the risk could last more than a day. 
by The Associated Press

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3 fired DOJ workers add to chorus of layoffs in 'foundering' workforce

3 fired DOJ workers add to chorus of layoffs in 'foundering' workforce

The Department of Justice has fired hundreds of employees this year, transforming a federal workforce that enjoys vast powers and responsibility over issues affecting the lives of everyday Americans.
by Carrie Johnson

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Researchers find that songbirds sometimes get ‘divorced’

Researchers find that songbirds sometimes get ‘divorced’

A new study from Oxford University finds that a common European songbird sometimes divorces its partner between breeding seasons.
by Geoff Brumfiel

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Minnesota Capitol safety to be examined after man found inside after hours

Minnesota Capitol safety to be examined after man found inside after hours

A criminal complaint alleges the 36-year-old went to the Capitol during open hours that day and used a wooden wedge to prop open a door. He then returned in the evening when the building was closed.
by Dana Ferguson

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This Minnesota Greek folk dance group has spread joy for nearly 30 years

This Minnesota Greek folk dance group has spread joy for nearly 30 years

The Greek Dancers of Minnesota practice and perform dozens of authentic Greek folk dances with traditional costumes and music year round. The dancers say that over the years they’ve developed something even more special: friendship.
by Anita Li

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New Smithsonian exhibit highlights American fairs, including crop art, butter from Minnesota

New Smithsonian exhibit highlights American fairs, including crop art, butter from Minnesota

An August exhibition at the Smithsonian’s Renwick Gallery, inspired by Minnesota’s State Fair traditions, will highlight American craft through artworks like crop art, butter sculptures and textiles.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Here are the 13 books that made the Booker Prize longlist

Here are the 13 books that made the Booker Prize longlist

The prize is one of the most prestigious awards in literature. This year’s crop of nominees includes two debut novelists going up against a previous Booker Prize winner.
by Andrew Limbong

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Trump says his falling out with Jeffrey Epstein was over spa workers at Mar-a-Lago

Trump says his falling out with Jeffrey Epstein was over spa workers at Mar-a-Lago

Trump has said he kicked Epstein out of his club for hiring workers away from Mar-a-Lago. When asked Tuesday if the workers included young women, Trump responded, “the answer is yes, they were.”
by Franco Ordoñez and Claudia Grisales

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Special election date set for two open Minnesota Senate seats

Special election date set for two open Minnesota Senate seats

The open seats include District 29, formerly held by GOP Sen. Bruce Anderson, who died on July 21, and District 47 formerly held by DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who resigned from her seat last week after her burglary conviction. Both special elections will be held Nov. 4.
by Peter Cox

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