Heavily edited recordings of conversations between Joe Biden and Ukraine’s former leader represent a new front in foreign election interference.
2020
Posted inNation & World
Antarctica is still free of COVID-19. Can it stay that way?
Antarctica remains the only continent in a ‘safe little bubble’ – and a global effort aims to keep it that way.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment
‘Nomadland’ wins top prize at Venice Film Fest
Director Chloe Zhao’s recession-era road trip drama starring Frances McDormand wins the Golden Lion for best film.
Posted inNation & World
Scientists plumb California data to understand extreme wildfires’ behavior
The smoke plumes alone, soaring up to 10 miles high, are unprecendented, researchers say.
Posted inSidelines, Sports
Sidelines: A virtual Boston Marathon is run in the mountains of Maine
With the 2020 Boston Marathon cancelled, Waterville’s Tiana Thomas ran the Sugarloaf Marathon course in front of friends and family, Travis Lazarczyk writes.
Posted inSports
Virtual marathon: It’s not Boston, but it still counts
The Boston Marathon became a virtual event because of the pandemic. While runners are disappointed, they are trying to make the most of it.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine CDC reports 42 new coronavirus cases, one more death
Ten cases have now been linked to a Sanford-area funeral and reception held in late August, and people at six social clubs may have been exposed as a result.
Posted inMaine, News
Motorcycle crash in Sebago kills 31-year-old man
Aaron Lusk of Standish died following the accident early Friday afternoon on Convene Road, authorities say.
Posted inNation & World
Toots Hibbert, beloved reggae star, dies at 77
Hibbert was admitted to the hospital after showing symptoms of COVID-19.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
View from Away: Wildfires and soaring temperatures — the hellscape scientists warned us about is here
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