Books
Review: 'Melmoth,' by Sarah Perry
FICTION: In Sarah Perry's taut and blackly playful "Melmoth," a mythical figure becomes all too real.
Eat & Drink
After Martina's runaway success, owners unveil Mexican restaurant in south Minneapolis
Colita brings 'Tex-Oaxacan' cuisine and fermented cocktails to the Twin Cities.
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On thin ice, Art Shanty Projects hosts meetings to discuss its future
The organization was unable to secure a major grant, jeopardizing its programming.
Stage & Arts
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres turns flimsy 'Holiday Inn' into celebration
With "Holiday Inn," Chanhassen Dinner Theatres serves up a seasonal spritzer to mark its 50th anniversary.
Eat & Drink
Spoon and Stable chef to open new tasting menu-only restaurant in North Loop
The James Beard award-winning chef will debut 20-seat Demi in late January.
Music
Cyndi Lauper has fun while Rod Stewart coasts at St. Paul concert
REVIEW: Her performance blazed with personality and energy, while Stewart's was mostly a disappointment.
Music
Keith Urban offers trendy electronic pop sound in Minneapolis
At Target Center, the country superstar didn't overstay his welcome, but he overplayed his new electronica songs.
TV & Media
Music
Hold Steady replants Minneapolis roots with long run of weekend shows
Review: The band's four-year local lull ended with rowdy sets at SurlyFest and 7th St. Entry.
Music
Music and foodie scenes organize benefits for Minneapolis shooting victim Aaron 'Hix' Lee
Mortimer's will host benefit concerts every Wednesday in November, while Serving Those Serving hosts a happy-hour soiree Tuesday at Smack Shack.
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Prince Harry and Meghan expecting first child
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, arrived in Sydney on Monday (15 OCT. 2018) for a 16-day tour of Australia and the South Pacific, just hours before Kensington Palace announced that the royal couple are expecting a child in the spring.
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'Live From Here' nods to its Minnesota roots with tributes to Andrews Sisters and Louise Erdrich
Chris Thile and company kicked off first of four local shows for 2018-19 season.
Books
Health
Low-dose aspirin gets some good news
JAMA Oncology reports low-dose tablets helped prevent ovarian cancer.
Music
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After $3 million restoration, Northrop pipe organ roars again
Review: Historic organ at the U is back in its glory after a seven-year silence and a major restoration.
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Where to find peace and quiet in Wisconsin Dells? Try renovated Sundara spa
Sundara Inn & Spa, an oasis of calm in the water-park capital, tries some self-pampering with a major renovation.
TV & Media
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Lileks: Does American cheese deserve to die?
The millennials' newest victim, according to Bloomberg News, is American cheese.
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