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Jan 29 2026CRYPTO

South Dakota Takes Another Shot at Bitcoin Investments

South Dakota is trying again to put some of its money into Bitcoin. A lawmaker there, Logan Manhart, has brought back a bill that would let the state invest up to 10% of its public funds in Bitcoin. This is the same idea he tried last year, but it didn't work out then. Last time, the bill failed be

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Billionaires Stand Up Against ICE and Minnesota Violence

Big names are speaking out against recent events in Minnesota. Bruce Springsteen dropped a new track, \"Streets of Minnesota, \" honoring those lost. He didn't hold back, calling ICE agents \"Trump's federal thugs. \" Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, thinks now's the time for leaders to use th

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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

Minnesota in Hot Water Over Trans Athletes and Title IX

The Trump administration has taken a big step in a dispute over transgender athletes in Minnesota. They sent the case to the Department of Justice. The issue is about Title IX, a law that stops sex discrimination in schools. The administration says Minnesota is breaking this law by letting transgend

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Tragedy: Celebrities Call for Justice After Nurse's Death

A nurse named Alex Pretti was shot and killed in Minneapolis. This happened on January 24th. A Border Patrol agent was involved. Many famous people spoke up about it. Olivia Rodrigo shared her thoughts on Instagram. She called the agency involved "murderous. " She also said people can make a differ

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

How Your Food Choices Might Affect Your Heart, Kidneys, and Metabolism

People often think about how food affects their waistline, but not many consider how it impacts their insides, like the gut. Recent research dug into this by looking at how what we eat influences tiny organisms in our gut and how that might relate to serious health issues like heart disease, kidney

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

Minnesota's Chilly Weekend: What to Expect

Minnesota is in for a frosty weekend. The cold snap is not just a one-day event. It's sticking around. Saturday is expected to be colder than usual. Most places will stay below freezing. Only a few spots in the southwest might see temperatures rise above zero. The wind won't be as strong as it was

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Jan 22 2026SPORTS

New York's Big Baseball Moves: What's Next?

New York's baseball teams are making big moves. The Mets just got a top pitcher, Freddy Peralta. He's really good and won awards. But they gave up some young players to get him. Now, people wonder if the Mets will make more changes, maybe in the outfield. They have a lot of pitchers, so they might t

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

From Sports Sidelines to Political Battleground: A New Challenger Emerges

A recent shift in Minnesota's political scene has sparked some heated debates. Michele Tafoya, known for her years as an NFL sideline reporter, has stepped into the political arena. She's running for the U. S. Senate as a Republican, bringing her sports commentary background into the political world

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

Uncovering Hidden Germs: How Gut Surgery Can Lead to Infections

In the world of medicine, understanding the tiny world of germs can make a big difference. A recent study took a close look at the germs found in the belly area during bowel surgery. The goal? To figure out how these germs might cause infections after surgery. First, let's talk about the belly area

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Jan 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dakota Johnson's Book Club: More Than Just Reading

Dakota Johnson is not just an actress; she's also a book lover who wants to share her passion with others. In 2024, she started something special called the TeaTime Book Club. It's a part of her TeaTime Pictures company. Every month, she picks a new book to share with everyone. But it's not just abo

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