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Lifestyle

Pentagon in limbo on gays-military court order

Some officers and service members say they are uncertain how to react while the law banning gays from serving openly in the military is in limbo.

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Top of ancient Mpls oak to be removed

The end comes Wednesday for an oak tree more than 300 years old in Minneapolis. But a new tree is being planted to take its place.

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Furious China blocks visit to Nobel winner's wife

China on Monday blocked European diplomats from meeting with the wife of the jailed Nobel Peace Prize winner, cut off her phone communication and canceled meetings with Norwegian officials - acting on its fury over the award.

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MPR news photos of the week

MPR news photos of the week

A long bus ride, Target Field disappointment, and White House leaders were in the news this week.

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FBI, police host public safety day for deaf kids

More than 300 deaf and hard-of-hearing students will get a chance to interact with police and learn valuable safety lessons at an educational session set aside just for them.

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Americans want news their way

Americans want news their way

A recent Pew poll shows that consumers are hungry for news, spending about 70 minutes a day accessing it. Handheld gadgetry and social media has become their new means for getting news, so how will traditional media evolve to keep up with the 21st century consumer?

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I wish I'd bought that bird a bus ticket

I wish I'd bought that bird a bus ticket

October has been glorious so far. But we all know how fickle -- and sometimes haunting -- Minnesota's October weather can be, especially for an old robin, too weak to fly south.
by Peter Smith

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