The Paraguayan government agrees to meet with former workers who have nailed themselves to wooden crosses over a wage dispute.
2015
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
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.
advertisement
Posted inNation & World
Inspectors confident chlorine gas was used in Syria
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.
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.
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 inNew England Patriots, Sports
Patriots notebook: Gronkowski knows the Ravens will bring it
The New England tight end has respect for the upcoming playoff opponent.
Posted inNation & World
Audit says use of drones on border is costly, not effective
A report says the fleet rarely flies and catches just a small percentage of illegal border crossers.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Maine men’s basketball teams needs defensive improvement
The Black Bears are allowing 80.5 points per game heading into a game against Vermont in Portland.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Judge does the right thing by rescinding gag order
Court proceedings belong on the record, even if that means some people are embarrassed.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Circus training program takes flight in Portland
The Circus Conservatory of America is the first tenant to open on Thompson’s Point, which is being converted from an industrial site.