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Lifestyle

Inhalable chocolate? Ideas from the lab for senses

Inhalable chocolate? Ideas from the lab for senses

David Edwards has been called a real-life Willy Wonka. The biomedical engineer has developed, among other things, inhalable chocolate, ice cream spheres in edible wrappers, and a device called the "oPhone," which can transmit and receive odors.
by Andrea Shea

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Explaining #pointergate: The missing context

Explaining #pointergate: The missing context

The Internet moved into full-on parody mode Friday after KSTP reported on Mayor Betsy Hodges flashing what the story called "a known gang sign." Here's what you need to know about the story -- and the backstory.
by Bob Collins, Molly Bloom and Meg Martin

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Hunt clubbed? Stricter rules, fewer deer for Minnesota hunters

Hunt clubbed? Stricter rules, fewer deer for Minnesota hunters

The firearms deer hunt starts Saturday. But tighter kill regulations this season mean lots of hunters may bag nothing more than a walk in the woods.
by John Enger

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Pedal Hub: Biking and imbibing

Pedal Hub: Biking and imbibing

In biking culture, cycling and drinking go together like two seats on a tandem bike. When does that become a problem?

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Appetites: Best bets for breakfast on those chilly mornings

Appetites: Best bets for breakfast on those chilly mornings

Here are some easy ways to spruce up that morning meal and avoid a cold, dry bowl of cereal.
by Tom Crann

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Tom Magliozzi, popular co-host of 'Car Talk,' dies at 77

Tom Magliozzi, popular co-host of 'Car Talk,' dies at 77

The popular public radio personality was best known for his infectious laugh. He died of complications from Alzheimer's disease.
by Lynn Neary

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Nutritious acorns don't have to just be snacks for squirrels

Nutritious acorns don't have to just be snacks for squirrels

Acorns do have a lot of good qualities -- fats, protein and minerals -- they also have some drawbacks, namely, tannins.
by Deena Prichep

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Pedal Hub: Protecting vulnerable riders

Pedal Hub: Protecting vulnerable riders

What does the community need to do to protect cyclists from drunk and/or reckless drivers?

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Appetites: Sampling Minnesota's gonzo beer flavors

Appetites: Sampling Minnesota's gonzo beer flavors

Beer drinkers are seeing an onslaught of pumpkin brews, and it seems like every brewery out there has its own gonzo flavors hitting the market. Can this be a good trend?
by MPR News Staff

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