For those of you that have a little Cliff Clavin inside, here’s one of those little known facts explained in an entertaining, animated video produced by NPR. http://vimeo.com/107174532
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There's a lot going on here at The Minot Voice.com that we want you to know about. Check out this post for an easy, fun presentation that will bring you up to speed fast.
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Have you ever wondered where Minot’s City Council stands in comparison to the elected leadership of other communities? Here’s your chance to learn how the City of Minot City Council is made up, and how we compare to our neighbors. It’s a quick and easy presentation.
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Warning: The lead picture on this story is a little rough for those squeamish about bugs, but the information is important, especially if you have kids.
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It’s a good thing honey bees haven’t asked for a wage, we can’t afford to pay them, and we can’t afford to let them off the job. It turns out they’re pretty good engineers too.
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The guy’s name is Michael Grab, and this post is perfect for the P.B.A.. There are more people who practice this art than you might realize, but I think there are still more who make a point of kicking them over.
Read & ShareWhen it comes to humor, it’s O.K. to occasionally point the finger at yourself — just as these 50 people did when talking about their state.
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Health and nutrition coverage in the popular media is notoriously terrible. It’s less about science than it is about an attention grabbing headline. Here’s some advice to help you sort the real news from the junk news.
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A question so central to your New Year resolution should be easy to answer, but the science behind the reality is likely different than you’ve imagined. Does it matter? Not really, but it’s just an interesting little fact.
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Here’s a quick video that delivers an easy-to-understand explanation.
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In science and religion, popular media has led us toward the idea that we must choose one or another. In Krista Tippet’s book, Einstein’s God, the reader is offered an alternative. If you don’t read the book, the review itself is well worth your time.
Read & Share sourced from: Brain PickingsWhat do you get when you put NASA and NOAA Scientists in the same room? Admittedly, there are a lot of potential answers to that question, but in this case, the answer is a high-tech satellite designed to measure the amount of water in the ground.
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In light of our upcoming election on the Ward County Jail, this article has a little more relevance for Minot. The gallery at the beginning is most worthwhile.
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Martin Pistorius spent more than a decade unable to move or communicate, fearing he would be alone, trapped, forever. NPR’s new show Invisibilia tells how his mind helped him create a new life.
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You’ve probably never heard of Trey, but he’s the front man for one of the most enduring tour acts of the last 30 years. With over 1500 shows performed and tours that have grossed more than $100 million, Phish has developed one of the most loyal fan bases of all time and regularly sells out
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