Could our unshakeable addiction to plastics be broken? That’s certainly the hope of activists. The U.S. — birthplace of the modern polymers industry, and the biggest producer of its key feedstocks, oil and gas — has joined a bloc supporting … Continued
A third-party conservative candidate running in a south suburban Twin Cities congressional district held by U.S. Rep. Angie Craig was recruited by a secretive group with ties to Democrat-aligned political consulting firms. Tom Bowman (Courtesy of Tom Bowman) Thomas Bowman, … Continued
It’s September, and that means … Oktoberfest! Look, we know it’s confusing, but we didn’t make up the timeline for this historic celebration, which began in 1810 with the wedding feast of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese in Munich. … Continued
For the first time since the Nazi era, a far-right party made a significant political breakthrough in Germany. The Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) won a regional election this month in the state of Thuringia and came second in neighboring Saxony. … Continued
Today is Thursday, Sept. 19, the 263rd day of 2024. There are 103 days left in the year. Today in history: On Sept. 19, 2022, Great Britain and the world said a final goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II at a … Continued
Dayne St. Clair screamed and stomped in the first half against FC Cincinnati on Wednesday. The goalkeeper’s fits were warranted as defenders in front of him let the Loons down in a 2-1 loss at Allianz Field. MNUFC (11-12-6, 39 … Continued