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Roses are red, deadlines are tight,
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Cheese aside, on campus, UMN researchers discuss dangers of Operation Metro Surge chemical agents. Also, a column on how to build a community of care. For city, the U.S. House voted to repeal mining protections near the Boundary Waters and some local reactions regarding Chris Matel dropping out of the Minnesota governor race. For arts, a review of “Macbeth” at The Guthrie.

Finally — some bunny related content, of the bad variety. Check out our A&E podcast, where we do a deep dive on everyone’s favorite Latino superstar halftime show.

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How much less is ‘less than lethal?’ Still dangerous, UMN researchers say

by Isabella Morden Wheeldon | Senior Campus Reporter | Published Feb. 11, 2026

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University of Minnesota researchers have shown concern about the lack of research on what is inside irritant canisters.

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