ROME – Romans bewildered by their city’s first big snowfall in 26 years used government-issued shovels to clear sidewalks, and kitchen utensils to clear windshields Saturday. The snow — up to 8 inches deep in some neighborhoods — made buses and taxis scarce. It also shut down tourist sites, including the Colosseum, where the tiers […]
February 2012
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Riots continue in Egypt; at least 12 people dead
In a third day of anger over a deadly soccer riot, tear gas is fired at those urging an end to military rule.
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Cold doesn’t check anti-Putin rally
For the first time in years, Russians challenge the prime minister’s control and demand to be heard.
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Russia, China block U.N. action on Syria
They target a resolution backing the Arab League’s call for President Bashar Assad to step down.
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Society Notebook: Veni, Vidi Vino
At Toast on the Coast, partygoers raise their glasses to sample some 145 different wines – and raise nearly $25,000 for Easter Seals Maine.
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Book Review: They’re friends, gay and straight
‘Jack Holmes & His Friend’ plumbs a decades-long bond of real complexity.
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Take Heart: A Conversation in Poetry
The late Philip Booth of Castine had his own way with free verse, creating his music from the repetition of words and their placement on the page. Today’s poem, about the realities of old age, provides a striking example. Old By Phillip Booth Old, the old know cause to be bitter: they’ve seen their […]
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Snapshots: Ice bars, wine tastings and ‘Urbanized’
The following photos were taken at these events: • AIGA “Urbanized” pre-show reception on Jan. 24 • Portland Harbor Hotel Ice Bar on Jan. 26 • Casco Bay Sunrise Rotary’s Beer & Wine Tasting on Feb. 1
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Signings, Etc.: Judy Prescott
Poet and actress Judy Prescott will be reading and signing her book “Searching for Cecy: Reflections on Alzheimer’s” on Tuesday at Longfellow Books.
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Museum will feature array of works by Maine students
This year celebrates the 32nd anniversary of Youth Art Month Exhibitions in Maine and the 18th annual exhibition at the Portland Museum of Art.