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July 5, 2017 6:01 AM

A plan for raising brilliant kids, according to science

A developmental framework for building 21st century skills -- no technology or money required.

by Anya Kamenetz

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July 3, 2017 1:48 PM

How the story of beer is the story of America

The Smithsonian's first brewing historian explores everything from immigration to urbanization through the lens of beer. And with the boom in microbrewing, she says beer's story has come full circle.

by Ari Shapiro and Justine Kenin

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July 3, 2017 12:13 PM

Quiz: Could you pass the U.S. citizenship test?

In honor of Independence Day, which celebrates the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, let's take a hard look at how much we know -- or don't know -- about our government and U.S. history.

by Nancy Yang

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June 30, 2017 1:52 PM

Boom: 29 spots to watch fireworks across Minnesota

It wouldn't be Independence Day without fireworks. Here's a list of big shows around the state where you can watch the giant sparklers.

by Jeyca Maldonado-Medina

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June 30, 2017 12:45 PM

July Fourth weekend driving woes? Yes, it could be worse

Twin Cities driving this holiday weekend has to be better than last week's misery, and it is, kind of. MnDOT says it won't start any new projects, but that doesn't mean it will be easy. Here's your guide.

by MPR News Staff

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June 29, 2017 6:33 AM

Is a no-meat world really better?

It is clear that less meat is good morally and environmentally, but no meat may not be as good as some may think, says blogger Marcelo Gleiser.

by Marcelo Gleiser

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June 28, 2017 9:07 AM

Total solar eclipse 1st in 99 years to sweep width of U.S.

This August, the U.S. will experience its first coast-to-coast total solar eclipse in 99 years.

by The Associated Press

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June 27, 2017 10:00 AM

6 Minn. state parks where the mosquitoes aren't so horrible

If you love the great outdoors but the bugs, well, bug you, you're in luck. There are a handful of state parks in southeastern Minnesota where you're less likely to be terrorized by the biting insects. Thank the (lack of) glaciers.

by Nancy Yang

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June 26, 2017 6:19 AM

What does it take to move a 10-story tree a couple of city blocks?

That answer, as seen Sunday in Boise, Idaho: $300,000 and a lot of determination. St. Luke's Health System, which moved the historic sequoia, says it "was never even an option" to cut it down.

by Colin Dwyer