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Morning Edition, with Cathy Wurzer in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington and Los Angeles, brings you all the news from overnight and the information you need to start your day. Listen from 4 to 9 a.m. every weekday.

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'International Pop' shows the global influence of pop art

'International Pop' shows the global influence of pop art

A show at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis showcases global pop art from the 1960s. The movement is known for big, bright and brash pieces based on popular culture.
by Euan Kerr

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Dayton unchained: Elections done, governor fights for legacy

Dayton unchained: Elections done, governor fights for legacy

Freed from the political pressures of a coming election, Gov. Mark Dayton says he's ready to battle it out on issues he views as crucial to Minnesota's future.
by Tom Scheck

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Rihanna tries to boost Tidal music service

Rihanna tries to boost Tidal music service

Rihanna's new song, which was released over the weekend, is only available on Tidal.

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Wham! made history 30 years ago with China performance

Wham! made history 30 years ago with China performance

The group was the first Western pop band to play in China.

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In fight against avian flu, state looks for diseased birds

In fight against avian flu, state looks for diseased birds

In their search, investigators are particularly interested in dead birds of certain species, including hawks and eagles.
by Mark Steil

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Beach Boys' hit used an unusual technique

Beach Boys' hit used an unusual technique

Fifty years ago Monday the Beach Boys began recording what would become one of their most iconic songs.

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Santana suspension puts Twins back at square one

The Twins are in Detroit for their opening game of the 2015 baseball season.
by Matt Sepic

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Health care advocates on edge as GOP pushes budget cuts

Health care advocates on edge as GOP pushes budget cuts

Republicans want to cut $1.1 billion from health and human services to spend on tax cuts, education and transportation. Health care officials say that may harm needy Minnesotans.
by Tom Scheck

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Big feedlots feed big worries in southern Minnesota

Big feedlots feed big worries in southern Minnesota

Lowell Trom sits at the center of a fight over the growth of huge feedlots that some believe are damaging the region's environment and quality of life.
by Elizabeth Baier

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Father John Misty to perform at First Avenue

Father John Misty is the name Josh Tillman has been using on his last two albums. He is known for having a quirky sense of humor.
by Cathy Wurzer

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