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How Trump’s pledge to punish South Africa reflects Musk’s criticism of his homeland

How Trump’s pledge to punish South Africa reflects Musk’s criticism of his homeland

U.S. President Donald Trump says he will cut all funding to South Africa over what he called a massive human rights violation. It’s a move that reflects South African-born Elon Musk’s repeated claims over the years that authorities in the country he grew up in are anti-white and even encouraging the killing of white people.
by The Associated Press

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‘We’re not just playing defense’: Minnesota elected leaders push back on federal rush to end DEI

‘We’re not just playing defense’: Minnesota elected leaders push back on federal rush to end DEI

President Donald Trump has moved swiftly to erase diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in federal agencies and programs. However, elected leaders in Minnesota say they won’t scale back similar policies at the moment.
by Clay Masters

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Kings eke out 116-114 road win over Timberwolves

Kings eke out 116-114 road win over Timberwolves

DeMar DeRozan scored 33 points, and the Sacramento Kings edged the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-114 after finalizing their trade for Zach LaVine.
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‘Beyond betrayal.’ Venezuelans in Florida are angry at Trump immigration policy

‘Beyond betrayal.’ Venezuelans in Florida are angry at Trump immigration policy

Trump's decision to remove Temporary Protected Status means more than 500,000 Venezuelans may be forced to leave the U.S. Venezuelan Americans, many of whom voted for Trump, call it a betrayal.
by Greg Allen

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Owl ‘irruption’ brings joy for birders, concerns for owls in northeast Minnesota

Owl ‘irruption’ brings joy for birders, concerns for owls in northeast Minnesota

An uncommon owl “irruption” has brought large numbers of owls to northeast Minnesota, and also brought a ton of tourists and birders flocking to see them. Several owls have been killed and injured by vehicles.
by Dan Kraker

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‘This Is Fine’ meme-inspired portrait and other works by Minneapolis artist Russ White

‘This Is Fine’ meme-inspired portrait and other works by Minneapolis artist Russ White

Minneapolis artist Russ White, known for his bright, photo-realist portraits of Minnesota locals, presents “Sitters,” a series of eight acrylic and digital collage paintings at Gallery 120 in Inver Grove Heights that explores complex beauty and themes of abundance.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Cannabis business license applications to open in February

Cannabis business license applications to open in February

Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management said it will start accepting applications for business licenses in two weeks. It’s the next step in the state’s rocky launch of a legal cannabis market.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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