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MN Shortlist: April 17-23
MN Shortlist is your weekly curated roundup of recommended events from MPR News, highlighting standout performances, exhibits and gatherings around the region.
Art Hounds: Puppets, comedy and Minnesota’s literary roots
This week, Art Hounds highlight Cherokee-language puppetry, a comedy showcase by Hmong and Asian American performers and a deep dive into Minnesota’s poetic past.
Mayo Clinic changes name of its DEI office citing ‘recent national events’
In a notice to employees this week, Mayo Clinic says its Office of Equity, Inclusion and Diversity will now be known as the Office of Belonging. Mayo officials say the institution’s commitment to health equity remains the same.
Tatooine-like planet outside the solar system may orbit two failed stars, scientists say
Scientists may have found a new Tatooine-like planet outside the solar system that orbits two failed stars. Located 120 light years away, the planet appears to take an unusual path around two brown dwarfs, whipping around at a right angle.
Attorney for Minnesota students suing ICE says more lawsuits to follow in coming days
At least three international students in Minnesota have filed lawsuits saying ICE and the Department of Homeland Security unlawfully terminated their legal student statuses.