Culture
U of M Professor Explains Science Behind Sci-Fi in āThe Physics of Superheroes Goes Hollywoodā
James Kakalios, an 'acclaimed physics professor and superhero nerd' from the University of Minnesota, tackles quantum chemistry, multiverse theory, and A.I. through pop culture in his new book.
Nick Swardson Has Been Writinā, Jokinā, and Actinā⦠But Not Boozinā
Itās been a pretty wild year and a half for Minnesota comedyās favorite diarrhea aficionado.Ā
Money Journal: 1 Week in Minneapolisās Webber-Camden Neighborhood on a $60K Salary
How far do the dollars of a 50-year-old brewer go?
Charlie Roettger Has Great Hair, Better Jokes, and $1,000 as Acmeās 2025 Funniest Person Contest Winner
'I want to ... go through the stage of my career where I do a bunch of shows for two weeks, then come back with less money than I started with.'
Pearl Talk: Advice on Embracing Body Hair, Canoodling with a Coworker, and Reconnecting With Old Friends
Welcome back to Racket's regular advice column.
Wanna Buy an Ultra-Rare North Minneapolis Dome Home?
Now's your chance for dome living inside the city.
MN Street Style: Minnesota State Fair
Practicality and fashion interplay in these end-of-summer looks.
Money Journal: 1 Week in South Minneapolis on a $103K Salary
How far do the dollars of a 32-year-old project manager go?
A Chronic Hater Attempts to Enjoy the Minnesota Renaissance Festival
Armed with a crossbow and notepad, our reporter endures mud, bad burritos, worse comedy, white samurais, and elusive candle shops in pursuit of her elvish destiny.
MNās Ben Katzner on āSupple Harlotā Comedy Special, Graphic Novels, and His Redman Collab
'I want to bring respect back to Minneapolis comedy for the non-famous,' says Katzner, whose Redman collab hits shelves today.