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Barack Obama could announce VP candidate by text

Barack Obama could announce VP candidate by text

Barack Obama could announce his choice for vice president as soon as tomorrow morning. What does this mean for voters and for Obama's campaign?

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When grief won't go away

When grief won't go away

Scientists have determined that the brain may be biologically hardwired to keep us from getting over the death of a loved one. Midmorning discusses the kinds treatment available for this intense bereavement.

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NASA turns 50

NASA turns 50

Fifty years ago this summer, in response to the Russian launch of the Sputnik satellite, President Eisenhower created the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Midmorning looks back at NASA's 50 years, from the triumph of the moon landing to the tragedy of two space shuttle disasters.

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Chasing insects in Minnesota's wild places

Chasing insects in Minnesota's wild places

A researcher is searching for the smallest residents of Minnesota's wildest places.
by Dan Gunderson

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Nanotech on the horizon

Nanotech on the horizon

When it comes to chemistry, bigger isn't always better. Some scientists are using DNA as building blocks for new materials that can encrypt information or test new drugs.

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Report: DWI suspect was texting while driving

Report: DWI suspect was texting while driving

The arrest came two days after a new Minnesota law took effect banning texting, e-mailing or accessing the Internet behind the wheel.
by Greta Cunningham

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The history and future of the atom bomb

Three nuclear weapons and global security experts discuss the history and future use of nuclear weapons at the Aspen Ideas Festival this summer.

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Future Tense with Jon Gordon

Future Tense with Jon Gordon

Could Google have come up with a worse name than "knol" for its competition to Wikipedia?

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Future Tense with Jon Gordon

Scrabulous returns with a new look.

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New Minnesota law prohibits texting while driving

New Minnesota law prohibits texting while driving

Starting today, it is illegal in Minnesota to text message, e-mail, or access the Web on a wireless device while driving. The new law is a primary offense, so law enforcement can stop vehicles if they see drivers breaking the law.

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