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Kraft is recalling some American cheese slices over potential choking hazard

Kraft is recalling some American cheese slices over potential choking hazard

The company said one of its wrapping machines developed a temporary issue that makes it possible for a thin strip of film to remain on the slice even after it's been removed from the wrapper.
by Vanessa Romo

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The joys of being a lifelong learner

The joys of being a lifelong learner

Learning a new skill at an older age could be good for your physical and cognitive health. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell and his guests explore the benefits of trying a new and creative skill in the second half of life. 
by Chris Farrell and Matthew Alvarez

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Oaks vs. squirrels: A battle is underway in some Minnesota trees, and it’s nuts

Oaks vs. squirrels: A battle is underway in some Minnesota trees, and it’s nuts

You may have noticed some leaves have already been falling around Minnesota — in some cases weeks before the annual autumn color change. That includes oak leaves, and even branches, that are raining down — and wouldn't you know it, squirrels are to blame.
by Tim Nelson

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Photos: Northern lights danced across Minnesota overnight

Photos: Northern lights danced across Minnesota overnight

Photographers around the state shared some of their snapshots of the northern lights spreading their beauty overnight into Tuesday. They did not disappoint.
by MPR News Staff

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With raptor migration underway, meet two birds that may be passing through your neighborhood

With raptor migration underway, meet two birds that may be passing through your neighborhood

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked with Lori Arent, Assistant Director of the University of Minnesota Raptor Center, to get to know two birds on the move in Minnesota this month.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Meet the woman who discovered an invasive insect in Minnesota

Meet the woman who discovered an invasive insect in Minnesota

Citizen scientist Krista Menzel describes herself as a “crazy bug lady.” She’s the woman who discovered an invasive insect’s presence in Minnesota this summer.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Minneapolis Animal Care and Control: 'Where animals go to live'

Minneapolis Animal Care and Control: 'Where animals go to live'

Like many animal shelters around the country, Minneapolis Animal Care and Control is dealing with an influx of pet surrenders, due in part to COVID-era eviction protections expiring.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Gamers settle in Twin Cities for Catan national championship this weekend

Gamers settle in Twin Cities for Catan national championship this weekend

About 100 people will gather in the Twin Cities this weekend to trade wood, bricks, wheat, ore and sheep. Not for a trade conference, but the resource cards from the popular board game Catan. The U.S. National Championship will be played this weekend at the Mall of America. 
by Matt Mikus

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Pickleball’s popularity and growing pains  

Pickleball’s popularity and growing pains  

Pickleball has exploded in popularity, but with growth comes challenges. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a pickleball club owner, players and others in Minnesota about why pickleball is fun and how to keep noise, injuries, rudeness and “big money” from ruining the game.  
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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With origin stories and modern Indigenous cuisine, a new chef comes to Minneapolis

With origin stories and modern Indigenous cuisine, a new chef comes to Minneapolis

Chef Sean Sherman has gained national recognition for lifting the profile of Indigenous food. Now he’s launching a residency program to lift up other Indigenous chefs. It’s part of his non-profit, North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems or NĀTIFS.
by Melissa Olson

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