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Fallows on Obama's foreign policy: A force to be reckoned with

Fallows on Obama's foreign policy: A force to be reckoned with

Obama's critics might be right that the president is "all-too-skillful at attaining his ends," James Fallows told MPR News host Kerri Miller.
by MPR News Staff

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The pitfalls of adult sibling relationships

The pitfalls of adult sibling relationships

"Remember that we're with our siblings longer than anyone else -- longer than our parents, longer than our children, longer than our partners," author Geoffrey Greif said.
by MPR News Staff

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Why women are losing out in retirement

Why women are losing out in retirement

Many older women are spending their final years in poverty, thanks to decisions their spouses made about retirement savings.
by MPR News Staff

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'Weather Experiment': Predicting the weather once seemed impossible

'Weather Experiment': Predicting the weather once seemed impossible

Peter Moore's new book explores the sailors, scientists and inventors who dared to try and crack the secret of weather forecasting.

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Revise your travel bucket list: Seek experiences, not sites

Revise your travel bucket list: Seek experiences, not sites

"A traveler's best compass is curiosity and openness," travel writer Christine Sarkis said. "Sometimes that means ditching the big name attractions."
by MPR News Staff

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The books that inspired 'Star Wars'

The books that inspired 'Star Wars'

George Lucas pulled from pulp novels, comics and a book all about the power of myth.
by Tracy Mumford

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'Firefly Hollow': The children's book that began with a painting

'Firefly Hollow': The children's book that began with a painting

Six years ago, author Alison McGhee received a package of enchanting illustrations in the mail. The artist was Christopher Denise -- and he was in need of a writer.
by MPR News Staff

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Ho, ho, hold the stress: Dealing with the dark side of December

Ho, ho, hold the stress: Dealing with the dark side of December

The holidays are rarely the picture-perfect season that pop culture presents. Two experts weigh in with tips for dealing with the season's stresses.
by MPR News Staff

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The best children's books to give this year

The best children's books to give this year

Find the perfect read for the littlest bookworms on your list.
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