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Why recent forecasts on northern lights might be spotty

Why recent forecasts on northern lights might be spotty

You may have heard a lot of chatter in the media and among friends about spotting the northern lights in Minnesota this week. But some experts say those predictions may have been premature — or just wrong. Writer Bob King writes the blog “Astro Bob” for the Duluth News Tribune, and joins Cathy Wurzer to break down the science behind the dancing lights.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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20 novels in 20 years: The recipe behind author David Housewright's private-eye series

20 novels in 20 years: The recipe behind author David Housewright's private-eye series

David Housewright of St. Paul has received national recognition for his tales of murder and mayhem set in Minnesota. MPR News regional editor Euan Kerr talked with Housewright about his secret for keeping the same character interesting, book after book.
by Cathy Wurzer, Euan Kerr and Emily Bright

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