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It may be the movie that created the ‘mockumentary’ genre. It also went all the way to eleven. The movie was so successful that you’d assume that as a writer and star, Harry Shearer would have made some money off it over the last 32 years. Technically, you’d be right — he’s been paid $179 dollars. [...]
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North Dakota fourth and eighth graders scored in the top five when compared to other states in a national science exam. Comprehensive statistics can be viewed by visiting the National Center for Education Statistics website: https://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard/. [...]
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You may not realize it, but we’re all here right now standing because of the astounding innovations that allowed our species to propagate successfully up through time. ASAP Science has conveniently put the most important 71 of those innovations into a short video. It’s a great history lesson and exercise in humility. Watch it below. [...]
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The Fargo flood protection plan hit a big road block earlier this month when the Minnesota DNR refused to permit the project. In reaction, those hoping to advance the permit have chosen negotiation and informing as opposed to moving the issue into the courts. Here in Minot we should count ourselves lucky that there is [...]
Read & Share sourced from: InForumThe State Board of Higher Education is trying to attract more out-of-state students. The goal: turning some of those students into workers when they’re finished with school. The impact on revenues — at NDSU the program is estimated to reduce income by $3.3 million. [...]
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UND Hockey is going high tech with its data gathering. One of the new metrics coaches are using — heart rate data of the players. The information informs coaches on how hard the players are working and how quickly they’re able to recover. [...]
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The cost of higher education has been rising sharply over the past two decades, and there are many ideas as to why and probably more than a few factors contributing. In terms of economics, education is an interesting study, and this article from NPR highlights some of the challenges. [...]
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As North Dakota approaches our first statewide vote on the issue of legalizing Marijuana in any form, it’s going to be important that we learn from those states that have gone before us. There are lessons available, and this article from Quartz outlines a valuable one. [...]
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The video was posted to Facebook Lloyd Pruet. It does not require words to describe it. Watch below. [...]
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The protesters have told Morton County law enforcement officials that they’ve drawn their line. A new camp on private landed owned by Dakota Access LLC was established Sunday, but the protesters claim it for the Sioux people and say they’re not leaving. [...]
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Google’s corporate culture is the stuff of legend, and the company’s guru on mindfulness has developed a habit of noticing small moments of joy. From events like the first bite of good food or stepping into an air conditioned space on a hot day, he’s cultivated a happier life for himself by simply recognizing these [...]
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UND’s President Mark Kennedy has been on the job for only a few months, but he’s already moving to leave his mark. Up for debate is the core mission, and according to one professor, the President is inappropriately narrowing the focus of the UND’s primary purposes. [...]
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Private Security working for the Dakota Access pipeline during the early September confrontation with protestors was not licensed to provide security in North Dakota. The information is the result of a Morton County investigation into the September 3 incident. [...]
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Denmark supermarkets protesting the treatment of workers in South African vineyards. How are they doing it? With their buying power by no longer carrying the wine. And with the #NoDAPL protests taking place South of Mandan, it’s worth noting there are many methods for advancing social change. [...]
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One of Canada’s most famous bands will be stopping in to play a show in Estevan this January. Blue Rodeo has been touring for more than 30 years and sold over four million albums. Have a listen below before buying tickets. [...]
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In the final weeks before the election, Republican candidate Doug Burgum is rolling out his vision for North Dakota’s main streets. Patrick Springer writing for the Forum on the Governor’s race including comments from Democratic candidate Marvin Nelson. [...]
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