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May 6, 2015 1:26 PM

Travelers turning to rivers for cruise ship experience

In the third installment of our spring travel series, Kerri Miller talks with two cruise experts about ways to set sail without getting on a large ocean liner.

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May 6, 2015 12:57 PM

How Jamaica inspired James Bond

Ian Fleming, the creator of 007, wrote the novels at Goldeneye, his Jamaican estate.

by Tracy Mumford

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May 6, 2015 12:32 PM

Minnesota minority leaders on how the session will end

MPR News' Kerri Miller talked with Minnesota's House and Senate minority leaders about their priorities and predictions for the end of the 2015 session.

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May 5, 2015 10:06 AM

Literary mysteries: Who is the real Mr. Darcy?

A historian claims to have found the tall, dark and brooding inspiration behind the love interest of "Pride and Prejudice."

by Tracy Mumford

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May 5, 2015 9:22 AM

Writer Jon Ronson on how shame rules the Internet

Jon Ronson's new book, "So You've Been Publicly Shamed," explores public shaming on the Internet.

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May 5, 2015 8:47 AM

Krista Tippett: Where science meets spirituality

MPR News' Kerri Miller talked with On Being host Krista Tippett about the role science plays in her radio program's exploration of spirituality.

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May 4, 2015 8:29 AM

When college is worth the money (and when it's not)

MPR News' Kerri Miller talked with two experts on how to determine the value of post-secondary education.

by Chris Farrell

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May 1, 2015 1:11 PM

A preview of United Kingdom's general elections

The election is next Thursday and Europe is keeping a close eye on the fortunes of Prime Minister David Cameron's ruling coalition.

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May 1, 2015 11:07 AM

The rebound of the indie bookstore

Listen to local booksellers and book lovers discuss the importance of local shops ahead of Independent Bookstore Day on May 2.

by Tracy Mumford

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April 30, 2015 1:20 PM

Tips for managing money in a relationship

Personal finance educator Ruth Hayden joined MPR News' Kerri Miller to talk about the hurdles new couples face when it comes to managing money.

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