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Protest at Gasthof restaurant over Nazi-themed party

Protest at Gasthof restaurant over Nazi-themed party

All wore a triangle or yellow Star of David, symbols that Germans forced Jews and other targeted groups to wear in occupied countries. "I just really want to represent the people who cannot speak," organizer Margie Newman said.
by Jon Collins

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Franken pushes bill aimed at 'stalking' apps

Sen. Al Franken is going to "try again" to pass an anti-stalking law that focuses specifically on what our mobile devices know about us. MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke about the bill with Franken, a DFLer who chairs the Senate Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law.
by Cathy Wurzer

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White House proposes halting collection of phone data

White House proposes halting collection of phone data

The revamping of NSA procedures was broadly outlined by President Obama in a speech in January after months of leaks from former intelligence contractor Edward Snowden. The president said he wanted to get the government out of the business of collecting phone data.

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Seward co-op's expansion marks growing trend for alternative grocers

Seward co-op's expansion marks growing trend for alternative grocers

Many of the cooperative groceries in the Twin Cities are planning expansions or additional locations. Powered by consumer demand for organics and natural foods, it's a strong comeback for an industry whose future was shaky just a decade ago.
by Jon Collins

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Nursing homes turn to iPods to help residents

A Wisconsin program employs iPods with personalized playlists to rekindle residents' memories with familiar music, as well as lift their spirits and improve their interaction with family members, other residents and staffers.
by The Associated Press

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