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Jolie's bold move sparks discussion of the C-word

The Hollywood icon’s disclosure about her cancer worries fuels discussion, but raises concerns about overestimating the risks. Updated May. 17, 2013

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Pollen count apps for smartphones are nothing to sneeze at

These smartphone apps are beginning to change the way some people manage their seasonal allergies, which afflict up to 25 percent of the population. Updated May. 17, 2013
- Poll: How are your seasonal allergies this year?

Bloomington man is the go-to-guy for aviation records

When Felix Baumgartner piloted his balloon up, up and a ways into space last October, it was Brian Utley who determined the apex: 127,852 feet. Updated May. 17, 2013

Hospitals fight delirium with volunteer help

“High touch, low tech” approach helps hospitals head off delirium in elderly patients, who go home healthier and earlier. Updated May. 17, 2013

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Designer Showcase Home opens in St. Paul

This year’s designer showcase home, a Victorian in St. Paul, has been transformed into a B&B up front and a family home in back. Full storyFull story Updated 3:29 PM

Homegazing: Former horse farm in Minnetonka still boasts original barn

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Home plan: Updated plantation

Try alternatives to herbicides for gardeners

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The Weaker Sex

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What does it take to pronounce 533 names?

Reading students' names at graduation is an art, and Macalester College's registrar, Jayne Niemi, has perfected it. This year, she'll... Updated 6:22 AM

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Kramarczuk's joins ranks of 'America's Classics'

Let the celebrating begin:"America's Classics" status is bestowed upon Minneapolis' own Kramarczuk's by the James Beard Foundation. Full storyFull story Updated May. 15, 2013

Read the replay: Twin Cities dining Live Chat with food critic Rick Nelson

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Minnesota farmers markets beckon in new book

What's Cooking: Local chef dishes on 'MasterChef'

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Piecing together the art of mosaics in Italy

The ancient art of mosaics thrives in Ravenna, the Italian city known for the art form. A master's five-day crash course teaches the technique to visitors. Full storyFull story Updated May. 17, 2013

Tall ships to sail to Duluth again this summer

Woody Guthrie Center opens in Tulsa, Okla.

Cold War era sites feature weapons of mass attraction

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New app offers guide to Sculpture Garden

A new app developed by Walker Art Center uses GPS to map and share stories of the Sculpture Garden with those who wander through, smartphones in hand. Full storyFull story

Updated May. 17, 2013

Google unveils maps, photo, music features

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Wearable robots getting lighter, more portable

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Hospitals fight delirium with volunteer help

“High touch, low tech” approach helps hospitals head off delirium in elderly patients, who go home healthier and earlier. Full storyFull story Updated May. 17, 2013

Children's hospice campaign begins in Minnesota

In a year, Hennepin Health improves care for poor, keeps costs down

Sesame paste sickens two Minnesota infants with salmonella

WHO says single yellow fever shot is enough

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Tips for improving your father-daughter relationship

Don’t stick to the usual script. These tips for strengthening your father-daughter relationship will help in the long term. Full storyFull story Updated May. 17, 2013

Lust at first photo: Tinder heats up dating-app scene

Time to celebrate other 'mothers,' too

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Face Time: Brewing up a benefit

Plenty of supporters of Wishes & More, which grants wishes to children battling life-threatening illnesses, showed up to sip some suds at a beer tasting. Full storyFull story Updated May. 17, 2013

Withering Glance: Gay marriage, Minnesota style

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Work out while seeing the world

You don’t have to be a marathon runner. You don’t have to rough it at night. You don’t have to dangle from the side of a mountain. But you definitely can get a workout while you’re seeing the world. Full storyFull story Updated Apr. 30, 2013

Hitchhiking at 60 -- from Minneapolis to Seattle

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Linda & Jane: Passion for cancer care

Laughter is not what one expects to hear at a gathering of a dozen women seated around a conference table at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood. They've been brought together by a shared diagnosis of Stage IV cancer. Full storyFull story

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New life for old stuff

Rescued and presented in second-hand stores, the merchandise becomes often lovely, surprisingly useful, and fully functional. Full storyFull story Updated Mar. 19, 2013

Spring cleaning: Tips for purging your unwanted stuff

Plenty of ways to turn your trash into cash

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Top 10 courses: Twin Cities metro

The top 10 public 18-hole golf courses in the Twin Cities, as rated by Hacker's Guide: 1. Rush Creek Golf Club... Full storyFull story Updated May. 1, 2013