WASHINGTON — As far as Africa’s concerned, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and the Trump administration have some explaining to do. President Donald Trump’s description of “shithole countries” in January was greeted with a mix of horror and outrage in Africa, where many don’t know what to think about the U.S. president — or what […]
2018
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One win from gold
LEWISTON — The Biddeford boys hockey team beat top-seeded Cheverus 6-5 in double overtime on Tuesday to advance to the Class A state title game for the first time in eight years. After a wild regulation and a scoreless overtime, the Tigers would finally put the game away when captain Curtis Petit connected with cousin […]
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No franchise tag for Cousins
WASHINGTON — Kirk Cousins’ time with the Washington Redskins is about to end after they chose not to use the franchise tag on the quarterback as expected. The Redskins have agreed to acquire Alex Smith from the Kansas City Chiefs, effectively pushing Cousins into free agency following a tumultuous six years with the club the […]
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Marchand helps Bruins beat Red Wings 6-5 in OT
BOSTON — Brad Marchand completed his hat trick 34 seconds into overtime and the Boston Bruins, who twice squandered a two-goal lead in regulation, escaped with a 6-5 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night. It was a team-record 11th regular-season overtime goal for Marchand, who also had two assists. Torey Krug had […]
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Diamondbacks set to bring back bullpen buggy
By The Associated Press The bullpen cart is back in the big leagues. Nearly a quarter-century since relievers stopped catching rides to the mound, the Arizona Diamondbacks said Tuesday they will use a buggy — topped by the requisite oversized team cap — to transport pitchers from both bullpens at Chase Field. “I don’t know […]
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Bell gets exclusive franchise tag from Steelers
Five NFL players have been given the franchise tag, with only Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell getting the exclusive tag. Bell, who has been adamant about not playing under the tag for a second straight season, can’t negotiate with any other teams. Pittsburgh must offer him the average of the top five running backs’ salaries. […]
