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January 18, 2012 4:06 PM

Tale of two hockey players offers a sharp look at gender equity in sports

Media coverage, public support flowed more toward Jack Jablonski than Jenna Privette.

by Nicole M. LaVoi

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January 18, 2012 5:00 AM

To reduce gun violence, stop guns at the source

With easy access to guns, violence easily turns lethal.

by Heather Martens and Mary Lewis Grow

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January 17, 2012 5:00 AM

Lessons of the pageant world: Be kind, speak gracefully and show up on time

Even for a girl who didn't stick with it, the experience was a useful preparation for life.

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January 16, 2012 5:00 AM

Is 'jazz' a label that no longer works?

Some musicians say it's time to switch to a term like 'Black American Music.'

by David Cazares

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January 13, 2012 5:00 AM

If the United States intends to focus more on Asia, Taiwan's a good place to start

Elections this weekend will affect the island's future relations with the mainland.

by Richard Kagan

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January 12, 2012 5:00 AM

Even if police did everything right, eighth-grader's death is wrong

A Texas teen-ager lost his life. Why do so many people want to denounce him as a fool?

by Gary Dop

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January 11, 2012 5:00 AM

When the Cold War paid a visit to Brainerd

The KGB is said to have hidden weapons in one of Minnesota's most popular tourist areas. So where are they?

by Jennifer Imsande

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January 10, 2012 5:00 AM

Navigating the life that follows a spinal cord injury

A sports accident at age 17 led to an inspiring story of determination and strength of will.

by Ali Lozoff

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January 9, 2012 5:00 AM

If you think the gradual erosion of rights won't threaten yours, think again

In countries around the world, the loss of liberty has always happened gradually.

by Hani Hamdan

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January 6, 2012 6:00 PM

Former Strib editor stood on principle, and larger than life

Chuck Bailey made a promise to his staff. Then he refused to break it.

by Eric Ringham

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Tale of two hockey players offers a sharp look at gender equity in sports

To reduce gun violence, stop guns at the source

Lessons of the pageant world: Be kind, speak gracefully and show up on time

Is 'jazz' a label that no longer works?

If the United States intends to focus more on Asia, Taiwan's a good place to start

Even if police did everything right, eighth-grader's death is wrong

When the Cold War paid a visit to Brainerd

Navigating the life that follows a spinal cord injury

If you think the gradual erosion of rights won't threaten yours, think again

Former Strib editor stood on principle, and larger than life

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