Home & Garden
Birdhouses don't attract most birds
It's nesting season, and as much as we'd like to help, most birds will never use any kind of birdhouse.
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Review: In 'Dark Matter,' Joel Edgerton battles through parallel worlds
There is lot to keep straight in this Apple TV+ sci-fi thriller.
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Yuen: Before she became known as Joe Mauer's mom, Teresa Mauer was a standout athlete
She came of age during the infancy of girls' prep sports in Minnesota and later raised three baseball stars of her own, including this year's Baseball Hall of Fame inductee.
Music
Scene Makers Q+A: Rochester store owners head up Winona's Mid West Music Fest this weekend
Maggie Panetta and Nate Nelson of Treedome discuss hosting 60-some bands and why Minnesota's smaller cities are so cool.
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Review: On her third album, Dua Lipa keeps us dancing and guessing about her personal life
She worked with producers Andrew Wyatt and Tame Impala's Kevin Parker.
Music
Prince's 'Purple Rain' coat to be displayed for free at Minnesota History Center
It's part of a parade of things to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Minneapolis icon's movie.
Music
Steve Albini, influential producer of '90s rock and beyond, dies at 61
He recorded acclaimed albums by Nirvana, PJ Harvey, the Pixies and hundreds of others while becoming an outspoken critic of the music industry.
Home & Garden
These 12 home designs by Minnesota architects are winners in Home of the Month contest
The 2024-2025 AIA Star Tribune Home of the Month winners include a northern cabin, a net-zero new build and a modest addition.
Wolves
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Wolves halftime: Red Panda, balancing acts and a dog steal the show
Red Panda, "Christian and Scooby" and others are among the novelty acts that travel the continent to perform during intermissions of basketball and hockey games. "What you might be able to do on your feet, I can do on my hands," one said.
Eat & Drink
Sip these 11 wheat beers all spring and summer long
The grain makes these beers light in body yet rich in texture, making it perfect for patios, the lake — or pretty much anything.
St. Paul
Phew and far between: Smelly corpse flower poised for rare bloom at Como's conservatory
The exotic plant is close to blooming for the first time since it arrived at the St. Paul conservatory in 2019. Get ready to plug your nose: The smell is described as similar to rotting flesh.
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Ask Amy: Mom's former home occupies the family
Well-being relatives need to accept the fact that the house has a new owner.
TV & Media
TV review: Indigo Girls get joy from their music, and Minnesota, in new documentary
Amy Ray and Emily Saliers reflect on their career and impact.
Books
Stretching from WW II to the present, Claire Messud's new novel is a 'masterpiece'
FICTION: Sweeping, autobiographical "This Strange Eventful History" is textured and revelatory.
Books
University of Minnesota professor's book investigates shocking medical research abuse
NONFICTION: Speaking with fellow whistleblowers, bioethicist Carl Elliott learned about the loneliness and frustration of calling attention to wrongdoing.
Books
'The Endurance' author Caroline Alexander turns her attention to World War II in new book
NONFICTION: "Skies of Thunder" looks at military pilots, trying to get to China with supplies.
Taste
4 easy side dishes for your Mother's Day celebration
Whether your meal is egg dishes or grilled pork chops, these salads and vegetable sides add star power to the occasion.
Eat & Drink
Review: New North Loop spot Dario a spectacle for talent, pasta and Instagram
Review: The restaurant has room for opportunity to grow into a premier destination in the North Loop.
Stage & Arts
Review: Ten Thousand Things' 'Spitfire Grill' crackles in minimalist staging
An ex-con helps folks in a small town imprisoned by their own stories and histories find renewed hope.
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A grieving family fights for suicide prevention barriers at a Minneapolis hotspot
They're advocating for safety barriers on a popular bridge.
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