Six months out, ‘It’s Donald J. Trump versus the coronavirus and the recovery,’ a strategist says.
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Michigan militia puts armed protest in the spotlight
The images of weapon-toting men in tactical gear demonstrating against lockdown restrictions at a state capitol proves unsettling to many.
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Sun draws many out in U.S., Europe; Russia virus numbers grow
New York City sent out 1,000 officers to enforce social distancing on the warmest day since mid-March.
Posted inNation & World, Outdoors
Bird-watching takes wing among Americans in lockdown
Unique visits to the National Audubon Society’s website are up by a half-million over last spring.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Back in session: Senate risks a return but House stays away
Congressional leaders are turning down President Trump’s offer of the rapid coronavirus testing used at the White House.
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Discovery of germs changed American life; will COVID-19 do the same?
One of the most poignant effects was a chilly, aloof parenting style that continued through the mid-20th century.
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Mask stolen from lion statue outside Chicago’s Art Institute
It has a new one now – held on with cables that are tougher to cut.
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Trump replaces HHS watchdog who found ‘severe shortages’ at virus-battling hospitals
The White House nominates a permanent inspector general to take over from the woman who has run the office since January.
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Opening of Pier Fries in Old Orchard Beach ‘a sign of summer’ for many
It was one of several local food establishments that opened for pickup sales Saturday as hundreds of Mainers flocked to the town seeking a sense of normalcy during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Maine CDC reports 29 new coronavirus cases, 1 more death
The additional death and small rise in cases come as Mainers debate how best – and especially how fast – to reopen the state.