News Topic: National

‘Right to repair’ case seen as tip of iceberg for ND farmer fairness

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By: Mike Moen, Public News Service |

Farmers in North Dakota and the rest of the country are monitoring an evolving legal case against a giant equipment manufacturer and they said repair restrictions are not the only service headaches farmers encounter. The Federal Trade Commission last week sued John Deere, accusing the company of an unfairly dominant market share. It said farmers have

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Why ‘Brain Rot’ Can Hurt Learning — and How One District Is Kicking It Out of School

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Kids today are growing up in a world where short, bizarre internet videos dominate their screens—and their attention spans. Dubbed “brain rot,” this trend of mindless, dopamine-spiking content is causing ripple effects far beyond social media, from classrooms to homes. As schools grapple with shorter attention spans and social challenges, researchers link these behaviors to

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U.S. pays $590 million to Moderna to speed up development of bird flu vaccine

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by: MinotVoice  |  

The federal government is stepping up efforts to protect Americans from a growing threat: bird flu. With $590 million in new funding, Moderna will accelerate the development of a vaccine targeting pandemic influenza, including the unpredictable H5N1 virus. While bird flu has mostly impacted livestock, human cases are rising, with 67 confirmed infections. Outgoing HHS

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How to Make America Great: A Visionary Manifesto from the Woman Who Ran for President in 1872

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In 1872, long before the 19th Amendment gave women a voice at the ballot box, Victoria Woodhull shook America by running for President, with none other than Frederick Douglass as her running mate. Born into poverty and adversity, Woodhull was a force of nature. Her campaign was bold, her ideas revolutionary, and she challenged societal

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Counterpoint: The Electoral College Must Be Reformed

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By: Rob Richie, Inside Sources |

For an alternate viewpoint, see “Point: The Electoral College Protects Minority Views and Discourages Fraud.” How we elect our presidents has never been more broken — and that’s saying something for an Electoral College system subject to more proposed constitutional amendments than any other topic. We urgently need popular vote elections that treat every voter equally

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Point: The Electoral College Protects Minority Views and Discourages Fraud

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By: Dan Greenberg, Inside Sources |

For an alternate viewpoint, see “Counterpoint: The Electoral College Must Be Reformed.” The Framers of the U.S. Constitution designed a unique system to choose our president in 1787: the Electoral College. More than two centuries later, it remains an invaluable institution that helps safeguard us against the tyranny of the majority and vote fraud. Back then,

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Natrium ‘advanced nuclear’ power plant wins Wyoming permit

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In a significant stride for energy innovation, Wyoming has greenlit TerraPower’s Natrium nuclear plant. Nestled near Kemmerer, this project marks the nation’s first state permit for a commercial advanced nuclear facility. While awaiting federal approval for nuclear components, TerraPower is forging ahead with non-nuclear construction, leveraging local infrastructure and workforce. Founded by Bill Gates, TerraPower

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Doug Burgum’s federal rise highlights weaknesses in North Dakota ethics rules

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Doug Burgum, the former governor of North Dakota, is making waves this week as he signs an ethics agreement to divest from oil and gas interests he holds in Western North Dakota. It’s an action he notably avoided during his gubernatorial term, where as Chair of the Industrial Commission, he had regulatory oversight over them.

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91st Missile Wing ushers in a new era of MMIII transporters

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By: Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies, Minot Air Force Base |

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – For the past 37 years the Transporter Erector (TE) has been a fundamental piece of equipment for operational readiness of the Minuteman III (MMIII) intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system. These vital pieces of equipment are responsible for transporting MMIII across vast distances, utilizing public roads to reach strategic locations,

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Dakota Gardener: Providing feedback on the proposed listing of the monarch butterfly as threatened

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By: Esther McGinnis, NDSU Extension Service |

We take the graceful beauty of the monarch butterfly for granted. This iconic species undertakes one of the world’s greatest migrations from central Mexico to southern Canada and back again each year. Despite its travel endurance, the species is still fragile as reflected by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS) proposal to list the

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Carrington’s Jim Kleinsasser named to 2025 College Football Hall of Fame class

by: MinotVoice  |  

Jim Kleinsasser, a name you might remember from the University of North Dakota and the Minnesota Vikings, is about to join the elite ranks of the College Football Hall of Fame. Set to be honored in December, Kleinsasser will become only the second player from UND to receive this distinction. A celebrated tight end with

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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announces new border plan as Trump tariff threat looms

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Premier Scott Moe is rolling out a border security plan, bolstering enforcement along the Saskatchewan-U.S. boundary just as a new tariff threat from Donald Trump looms. With key tools and officers in place, Moe’s approach aims to ease cross-border tensions while addressing local issues like drug trafficking and illegal weapons. The timing is critical: as

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A brief history of presidential inaugural speeches, from George Washington to today

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Inauguration Day is more than just swearing in a new president; it’s an American tradition steeped in history and hopeful rhetoric. Since George Washington’s first inaugural address, these speeches have become a ritual where every president has the chance to unify the nation, reaffirm shared values, and set the tone for their leadership. By exploring

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From watts to warheads: Secretary of energy oversees big science research and the US nuclear arsenal

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by: MinotVoice  |  

The U.S. Department of Energy just updated the B61-12 nuclear bomb, extending its service life by at least 20 years—a reminder of the complex balancing act between innovation and national security. From shaping energy policy to maintaining nuclear arsenals, this department holds a pivotal role in the country’s infrastructure. With a $50 billion budget, it

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The Sacred, the Profane, and the Bully Pulpit

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Editor’s Note: This commentary has language not worthy of a Sunday or any Sunday places. You’ve been alerted. In May of 2020, at the height of our COVID isolation, I went deeper in. I walked into the North Dakota Badlands with a friend. At the time, I was still serving on Minot’s City Council. Beyond

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Oil companies place no bids in Alaska wildlife refuge drilling auction

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

The allure of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge has met an unusual silence. The recent oil and gas lease auction, set against this rugged backdrop, attracted zero interest from energy companies. Why? High development costs and the tricky optics of drilling in a sanctuary seem to have deterred bidders. The absence of bids highlights the

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