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Former U of M professor's estate gifts record $6.5 million to Science Museum of Minnesota

Former U of M professor's estate gifts record $6.5 million to Science Museum of Minnesota

The Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul has received a $6.5 million gift — the largest in the museum’s history, from the estate of William D. Wells, a former University of Minnesota professor who died in 2020.
by MPR News Staff

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How to inspire climate hope in kids? Get their hands dirty

How to inspire climate hope in kids? Get their hands dirty

A school composting program in Los Angeles helps teach students how to take climate action through its composting program.
by Caleigh Wells

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It's not just you: Christmas lights look different now and can give you headaches

It's not just you: Christmas lights look different now and can give you headaches

LED light bulbs are the future. They're better for the environment and the pocket book. But for some people, certain LEDs lights — particularly holiday lights — are a problem. They flicker in a way that causes headaches, nausea and other discomfort.
by Aaron Scott, Berly McCoy and Rebecca Ramirez

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Giving gifts boosts happiness, research shows. So why do we feel frazzled?

Giving gifts boosts happiness, research shows. So why do we feel frazzled?

Researchers who told people to either buy themselves a gift or give one to a stranger found those who gave to others felt a lot happier. Here's how to get the mood boost without the shopping stress.
by Allison Aubrey

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