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The meaning of courage

The meaning of courage

Midmorning examines a concept that puzzled ancient Greek philosophers: defining the meaning of courage.

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An appreciation for pathogens

An appreciation for pathogens

One biologist thinks some parasites, bacteria, and bugs deserve more respect despite their bad reputation.

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Designer babies

Designer babies

Genetic testing is creating controversy for couples using in vitro fertilization. Some parents argue for the right to deliberately select an embryo with a trait like deafness or dwarfism.

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The Friday Follow: Electronic waste

The Friday Follow: Electronic waste

We dispose of millions of pounds of televisions alone in Minnesota. But a state law that recently went into effect may streamline disposal of electronic waste.

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Putting the popular in popular science

Putting the popular in popular science

Reporting the facts of scientific phenomena is getting more complicated for journalists as they navigate politics and popular opinion.

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Proposed Range steel plant is $30 million short

Proposed Range steel plant is $30 million short

This could be the make-or-break year for a massive $1.6 billion Iron Range steel project. But the project is $30 million short -- money promised by the state, then lost to the veto of a supplemental bonding bill.
by Bob Kelleher

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South Dakota wins federal underground lab project, beats Minnesota

South Dakota wins federal underground lab project, beats Minnesota

The closed Homestake gold mine was among four sites considered for the deep underground lab. The project could attract experiments costing billions of dollars, and create hundreds of jobs.

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Back away from the e-mail

Back away from the e-mail

E-mail is fast. It's convenient. And it can get you in lots of trouble.
by Nikki Tundel

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Headlines and health care

Headlines and health care

From federal funding of stem cell research to consumer-driven health plans, bioethicist Arthur Caplan discusses medical issues in the news.

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A list in constant flux

A list in constant flux

The process of adding and removing animals from the endangered species list often leads to charged conversations about what animal species are really in danger of extinction and what responsibility humans have to care for them.

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