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5 facts that are not about the election

5 facts that are not about the election

With the presidential election just two weeks away, we draw your attention to some unrelated facts regarding seahorses, kangaroos and cinnamon.
by Tania Lombrozo

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Where to see Minnesota fall colors this week

Where to see Minnesota fall colors this week

Much of Minnesota is now past peak for leaf-peeping, but the good news is that if you head south, you'll still be able to see some vibrant red, gold and orange.
by Nancy Yang

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Ogwumike lifts Sparks to WNBA title, beat Lynx 77-76

Ogwumike lifts Sparks to WNBA title, beat Lynx 77-76

Nneka Ogwumike's short jumper with 3.1 seconds left gave the Los Angeles Sparks a 77-76 victory over the defending champion Minnesota Lynx for their first title in 14 years in the deciding game of the WNBA Finals on Thursday night.
by Associated Press

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Appetites: Mexican food's African origins

Appetites: Mexican food's African origins

A five-course event in Minneapolis will illustrate the African origins of Mexican foods with the help of chef Dora Careaga.
by MPR News Staff

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Glen Taylor sees green in 'war on big food'

Glen Taylor sees green in 'war on big food'

Billionaire Glen Taylor sees an opportunity in addressing changing consumers tastes by selling pork that can be traced to the farm where it was raised.
by Mark Steil

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Samsung Galaxy Note7 banned on planes, checked bags

Samsung Galaxy Note7 banned on planes, checked bags

The emergency order from the Department of Transportation bans the smartphones from aircraft for posing a fire hazard. All Note7 devices are being recalled.
by Alina Selyukh

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Where to see fall colors this weekend

Where to see fall colors this weekend

It's the most wonderful time of the year in Minnesota -- two-thirds of the state is in peak fall color form.
by Nancy Yang

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Appetites: How to boost your cooking game with science

Appetites: How to boost your cooking game with science

Dan Souza and Molly Brinbaum, executive editors for Cook's Science, are pros at using the scientific method for improving recipes.
by MPR News Staff

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The surprising story behind a quirky St. Paul yard

The surprising story behind a quirky St. Paul yard

It's actually the yard -- not the house -- that's remarkable. Carefully crafted shrubs and brightly colored sculptures create a whimsical design.
by Britta Greene

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