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Digital divide still an issue in Minnesota

Digital divide still an issue in Minnesota

A new report by the University of Minnesota's Institute on Race and Poverty shows that while the digital divide remains a problem in Minnesota, community technology centers can help bridge the gap.
by Jessica Mador

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Human evolution in fast forward mode

Human evolution in fast forward mode

Human beings are evolving at an ever faster rate, according to a new study. A look at what anthropologists are uncovering about our past and possible hints of the future.

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The myth of sugar and spice

The myth of sugar and spice

The "mean girls" phenomenon has been a popular culture staple for the past few years, but a psychologist at the University of Minnesota who studies aggression in young girls says the behavior has its roots in early childhood.

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War on cancer

War on cancer

One scientist says corrupt agencies and compromised researchers are responsible for hindering medical progress on the prevention of cancer.

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Mayo Clinic doctors examine sick pork handlers

Mayo Clinic doctors examine sick pork handlers

Doctors at the Mayo Clinic say they suspect direct contact with pig brains may have caused to the neurological illnesses of workers at Quality Pork Processing in Austin, Minn. Last week the Minnesota Department of Health revealed 11 workers are exhibiting symptoms.
by Sea Stachura

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Despite new discoveries, stem cells remain controversial

Despite new discoveries, stem cells remain controversial

Bioethics expert Jeffrey Kahn talks about the new discovery that skin cells might be used in place of embryos for stem cell research. He says the discovery may not eliminate the ethics debate.

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Climate change group votes

Climate change group votes

At a meeting Wednesday, the task force working on ways to reduce Minnesota's carbon footprint approved some ideas and sent others back to the drawing board. They had more questions than answers about many of the ideas.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Energy on the breeze

Energy on the breeze

Wind energy advocates say small wind turbines could be a big part of the country's energy future.
by Tim Post

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