One is believed to be Latif Mehsud, a senior Taliban commander long wanted by the Pakistani government.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Syria says Israeli airstrikes hit near Damascus
The strike near the airport hits a warehouse for imports and exports, although it was unclear what was in the building.
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Posted inMaine, News
More than 600 protest police violence in march down Congress Street
It was the second demonstration in Portland over the weekend to protest the killings of black men in Missouri and New York.
Posted inMaine, News
Wreaths Across America event spotlights Pearl Harbor hero
The World War II officer speaks at the Cheverus High School event for the wreath-carrying convoy, and Maine’s first lady rides with the Patriot Guard Riders escorting the tractor-trailers.
Posted inNation & World, News
Obama: Will take time to tackle racism, bias in US
President Barack Obama is advising young people to be persistent because he says progress usually comes in steps.
Posted inNation & World, News
U.S. sends 6 prisoners from Guantanamo to Uruguay
All were detained for 12 years as suspected militants with ties to al-Qaida in 2002 but were never charged.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Maine told to reduce striped bass harvest
A stock assessment found that the fish’s 2012 mortality was higher than anticipated and the spawning female population is declining.
Posted inMaine, News
Blaine House Christmas Trees honoring troops
First lady Ann LePage says it’s critical to remember “the sacrifices of those who have served and honor those who currently wear the uniform.”
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Northern New England states cool off on moose hunt
In Maine, the number of people entering the lottery has declined substantially in the last 10 years.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Bachmann ready to leave Congress, but not politics
Rep. Michele Bachmann, R- Minn., is ending a turbulent career marked by fights with the left and her own party, as well as a fast-rising and then fast-fading presidential campaign.