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Newly identified 'Hellboy' dinosaur sported unique horns, scientists say

Newly identified 'Hellboy' dinosaur sported unique horns, scientists say

The new species, a close relative of Triceratops that was discovered in Alberta, Canada, has large horns above the eyes and a crown-like frill.

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Pluto's moons are 'tumbling in absolute chaos,' NASA says

Pluto's moons are 'tumbling in absolute chaos,' NASA says

In the NFL, something that behaves like Pluto's football-shaped moons might be called a wobbly duck. NASA calls them astonishing.

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One year in, Green Line endangers U research

One year in, Green Line endangers U research

The university has asked the Met Council to present an engineering solution by this fall.
by Riham Feshir

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Here's how evergreen trees stay green all year

Here's how evergreen trees stay green all year

It turns out that evergreen needles, like the leaves on deciduous trees, do actually turn color and drop to the ground. You just don't notice.
by Molly Bloom

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Silicon Valley recycling firm seeks mystery Apple I donor

Silicon Valley recycling firm seeks mystery Apple I donor

Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ron Wayne put together some 200 Apple I desktops in 1976 — and the machines are prized. The one in question reportedly sold for $200,000.
by Krishnadev Calamur

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DNR researchers hope iFish app nets loads of data

DNR researchers hope iFish app nets loads of data

DNR researchers have relied on time-consuming and expensive surveys to compile that information. But they are rethinking that approach in favor of the nearly ubiquitous smartphone.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Future of Minnesota solar energy: What you need to know

Future of Minnesota solar energy: What you need to know

A new report from MIT says solar is an important source of renewable energy as the consequences of climate change become more urgent. How can Minnesota leverage the potential of solar?
by Emily Kaiser

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The tech behind traffic apps: How (well) do they work?

A host of apps aim to take the guesswork out of navigating traffic.

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