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Why did a father have to use YouTube to stop bullying?

Why did a father have to use YouTube to stop bullying?

The story of the Prior Lake girl who was bullied with racist taunts is plenty troubling. So is the allegation that the father of the alleged bullies excused his kid's behavior by noting he uses the "N word" around the house all the time. But one lingering question is plenty troubling, too. Why did it take the posting of a YouTube video for Brad Knudson to get some measure of satisfaction?
by Bob Collins

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P.S.I. – A whodunit

P.S.I. – A whodunit

Science might not be enough to save the New England Patriots from the clutches of another embarrassment. But at least it provides an opportunity to learn a little more about science, something that's not entirely the sport's strong suit.
by Bob Collins

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Crashed Ice needs more politicians falling down

Crashed Ice needs more politicians falling down

For a fourth time, Red Bull is bringing its Crashed Ice competition to Saint Paul. It has again set up a course from the Cathedral of Saint Paul to the streets below.
by Bob Collins

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The El Capitan climb up close

The El Capitan climb up close

This week, Patagonia has released some video of what it took to accomplish the feat. And it's more insane than it seemed last week.
by Bob Collins

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Marilyn Hagerty reviews McDonald’s, doesn’t disappoint

Marilyn Hagerty, the Grand Forks Herald reporter and food reviewer who has delighted us for years with her unpretentious reviews delivered without the insufferable snobbery of her big-city peers, has delivered again.
by Bob Collins

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In Cradle of Liberty, an Olympic muzzle

There's not a lot about the competition to host Olympics games that passes the smell test and what's happening in Boston -- the United States' entry in the competition to host the 2024 summer games -- isn't an exception.
by Bob Collins

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Consumers quickly spent money saved at gas pumps

Consumers quickly spent money saved at gas pumps

People who have saved money on gasoline since the price of oil cratered didn't actually save money. They spent it just as quickly, a study shows.
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For Twolves owner, good money in bad basketball

For Twolves owner, good money in bad basketball

The Timberwolves are a basket case. They're last in the league in attendance. They haven't been to the playoffs in 10 years, they're on pace to record their worst season in franchise history, and there's no indication that whatever young talent the team is developing won't take the first opportunity to play elsewhere. A basket case, indeed. Or is it?
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Plane crash ceremony won’t include survivor

Plane crash ceremony won’t include survivor

Thirty years ago today, Galaxy Airlines Flight 203 crashed shortly after taking off from the airport in Reno. Most of the victims of the crash were from Minnesota. They'd flown to Nevada for Super Bowl weekend.
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Last Band Box diner likely saved by contributors

Last Band Box diner likely saved by contributors

Minneapolis' Band Box diner is down to its last grill burner, so it's turning to crowdfunding to stay in business, Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal reports.
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