They say evidence indicates that the toxic gas was used as a weapon against three Syrian villages last year, affecting between 350 and 500 people and killing 13.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
EU sanctions press Russia, pinch some big European firms
The sanctions that hit the Russian economy and sent the ruble sinking have also affected corporate Europe.
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Posted inNation & World
Scientists sequence genome of bowhead whale
Understanding of a mammal that may be the longest-lived on Earth could benefit humans.
Posted inNation & World
Health center in Liberia launches Ebola drug trial
A drug already used to fight other viruses is being tested for its effectiveness in patients with Ebola.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Pennsylvania troopers still seek justice for Mainer
The case remains active a year after Timothy ‘Asti’ Davison of Poland was killed in a road rage shooting.
Posted inBusiness
Maine’s job-growth outlook through 2022: Anemic
The 2.3 percent rise over a decade is far below the projected national average. A smaller labor force and an aging population get the blame.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Maine educator chosen as finalist for $1 million global prize
Nancie Atwell, whose school in Edgecomb nurtures students and trains other teachers to be effective, is one of just 50 finalists for the prestigious honor.
Posted inCops & Courts, Politics
Maine lawmaker seeks death penalty for murdering a child in connection with sex crime
Sen. Bill Diamond of Windham wants to send a message to would-be predators that they will pay with their life.
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Sen. Alfond’s bill to help wind farm industry was written by developers
That’s how legislation is often made, says the state senator from Portland, but a critic complains that money and influence rule.
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Winthrop slips past Hall-Dale to remain undefeated
The Ramblers forced 25 turnovers in the narrow 55-52 win.