López Franzen’s Senate Bid, NCAA Action, and DEI Under Attack
This week’s edition covers stories from March 13th to March 19th, 2025.Today’s issue is 884 words, a 9-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. This week is packed with political shake-ups, high-stakes election updates, and major cultural moments. Former state Sen. Melisa López Franzen has entered the race for Minnesota’s open U.S. Senate seat, setting up a competitive DFL endorsement battle. Meanwhile, […]
Target Faces Backlash Over DEI Cuts as Minnesota Shovels Through Winter Storm Chaos
This week’s edition covers stories from February 27th to March 5th, 2025.Today’s issue is 768 words, an 8-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. I hope you’re staying safe and warm as we experience this week’s weather chaos. Southern Minnesota is digging out from one of the largest snowstorms of the season, leaving a trail of power outages and hazardous roads. While […]
White House Confusion, Immigration Battles, and Minnesota’s Food Scene
This week’s edition covers stories from January 23rd to January 29th, 2024.Today’s issue is 750 words, a 6-minute read. Good morning, mis queridos lectores, After returning from my recent trip to Latin America (where I may or may not have consumed my body weight in tacos), I’m now diving back into the chaos that is American politics. It’s like I’ve entered a time […]
Trump’s Power Plays, TikTok Questions, and MN Sports Updates: What You Missed This Week
This week’s edition covers stories from January 16th to January 22nd, 2024.Today’s issue is 1304 words, a 9-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. As we get deeper into January, this week’s stories capture a mix of pivotal moments and ongoing debates. From President Trump’s bold start to his second term, marked by sweeping executive orders and questions of oligarchic influence, to the fleeting […]
AI, Storytelling, & the Soul of Culture
This week’s edition covers stories from January 9th to January 15th 2025.Today’s issue is 1300 words, a 10-minute read. Good morning readers, Isabella here, following up after last week’s update. The icy weather rumors are true in Minnesota, but, fortunately, I’ve found myself in a place where I only need a light jacket to face the elements. As I explore the vibrant, colorful streets of […]
This Week in News: Wildfires, Greenland, MPD, and Burning Encampments
This week’s edition covers stories from January 2nd to January 8th 2025.Today’s issue is 650 words, a 5-minute read. Happy New Year, everyone! Isabella here. I hope the holiday season brought you joy and that 2024 is off to a fantastic start. Here in Minnesota, we’re embracing the chill and the winter wonderland that has descended upon us. I recently tried skiing for the first […]
Beyond the Blues: Unique Ways to Beat Winter Doldrums in Minnesota
This week’s edition covers stories from December 19th to December 24th, 2024.Today’s issue is 630 words, a 5-minute read. Good morning, dear readers, Isabella here. I hope you’re all weathering this festive season with a touch more grace than a Minnesota deer navigating a particularly icy patch of road. As we teeter on the precipice of 2025, a year that promises to be […]
This Week: UnitedHealthcare Tragedy, Fateh’s Campaign Launch, and NIL Breakthroughs
This week’s edition covers stories from November 28th to December 4th, 2024.Today’s issue is 1000 words, an 8-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. Winter has officially settled in here in Minnesota—cold, windy, and unrelenting. While we brace for another long season, this week’s headlines take us far beyond the frost. From South Korea’s astonishing two-hour martial law to the tragic killing of […]
A Day of Gratitude, Reflection, and Connection
This week’s edition covers stories from November 21st to November 27th, 2024.Today’s issue is 610 words, a 4.5-minute read. Good Morning, Readers! Isabella here, ready to welcome you into the holiday season! I hope you’re staying warm, cozy, and well-rested today. Across the United States, many are celebrating Thanksgiving: a time for gathering loved ones, sharing your finest dishes, and, let’s be honest, […]
A Philosophy for Uncertain Times: Finding Meaning Post-Election
This week’s edition covers stories from November 7th to November 13th, 2024.Today’s issue is 1200 words, a 10-minute read. Buenos dias lectores, Isabella writing to you on this fine morning. It’s been one week since we’ve learned about the presidential election results. In times of uncertainty and despair, Viktor Frankl’s philosophy of “tragic optimism” offers a powerful reminder that, even in the […]