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Watch the moon turn red during a total lunar eclipse in March
A total lunar eclipse will flush the moon red across the Western Hemisphere. On Thursday night into Friday morning, the Earth will cast a shadow that totally blocks the moon. Best viewing will be from North America and South America. 
Health psychologist explains how to change your mindset and embrace winter in new book
What’s the difference between embracing rather than merely enduring winter? In her new book, “How to Winter,” health psychologist Kari Leibowitz says it’s all about mindset.
NASA's two stuck astronauts are finally closing in on their return to Earth after 9 months in space
NASA's two stuck astronauts are just a few weeks away from finally returning to Earth after nine months in space. Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams spoke with reporters Tuesday from the International Space Station.
How a groundbreaking genetics conference 50 years ago informs Minnesota research today
The historic Asilomar Conference changed the science world forever. Kate Adamala researches genetics and cell biology at the University of Minnesota. Her work now is a direct result of what scientists talked about at their conference 50 years ago.
A rare ‘parade’ of all 7 planets will move across the night sky this week
This phenomenon known as a “planet parade,” will feature Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune all present at the same time along a line in the night sky on Friday, NASA says.
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