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December 4, 2014 12:36 PM

Mayo settles with competitor over stolen secret allegations

Mayo Clinic will not pursue claims against Quest Diagnostics but will continue with remaining claims against a former top executive of both organizations.

by Elizabeth Baier

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December 4, 2014 11:16 AM

A Syrian entrepreneur looks to build the Amazon of the Arab world

Ronaldo Mouchawar is the founder of Souq.com. The company, he says, reflects a quiet transformation in the region.

by Deborah Amos

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December 4, 2014 11:06 AM

Why Minnesota's individual giving totals aren't bouncing back after recession

While foundation giving has returned to pre-recession levels, giving by individuals has not.

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December 4, 2014 10:40 AM

Minnesota boosts charitable giving as economy recovers

A new report finds total charitable giving in Minnesota has continued to climb back to pre-recession levels. Foundation executives say the recession made their operations more efficient.

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December 4, 2014 9:21 AM

A makeover, new management for iconic Como Park pavilion

Owners of the Amsterdam Bar will expand food offerings and invest $200,000 to upgrade the space, which will be known as Como Dockside.

by Tim Nelson

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December 4, 2014 9:06 AM

How to manage debt in a relationship

Financial planner Ruth Hayden joins us to talk about unequal debt between partners - and the strain that can put on relationships.

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December 4, 2014 7:25 AM

Best Buy plans sale of China retail business

The sale of its 184 Five Star stores comes almost four years after Best Buy closed all of the stores it ran under its own brand.

by The Associated Press

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December 3, 2014 5:14 PM

Minnesota farmers still making loan payments, but trouble lies ahead

The number of farm loans requiring adjustments are at historic lows. But many crop farmers likely will lose money on their corn harvest this year because of low prices.

by Mark Steil

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December 3, 2014 2:36 PM

Minneapolis considers paid parental leave for city workers

The move to evaluate benefit costs are driven, in part, to keep pace with other private and public employers, including St. Paul, officials said.

by Kia Farhang

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December 3, 2014 10:38 AM

Honda to expand air bag recall nationwide

The air bags, made by Japanese supplier Takata Corp., can explode with too much force, sending metal shrapnel into the passenger compartment.

by The Associated Press

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