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Portland writer Phuc Tran makes his way through a perfect day by motorcycle

by Ray Routhier March 18, 2024March 13, 2024

The author and tattoo artist says riding his bike all over, even to the repair shop, is how he’d spend his dream day.

Arts & Entertainment, Health, Nation & World, News

What is the breast cancer risk calculator recommended by Olivia Munn?

by CARLA K. JOHNSON Associated Press March 17, 2024March 17, 2024

Munn said her score prompted further tests and the discovery of an aggressive form of the disease.

Arts & Entertainment, Nation & World, News

Vice President Harris, rapper Fat Joe team up for discussion on easing marijuana penalties

by DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press March 17, 2024March 17, 2024

A full seven in 10 U.S. adults favor legalizing marijuana, according to Gallup polling. Support for legalization is closer to eight in 10 among 18- to 34-year-olds.

Arts & Entertainment, Books, Review

Percival Everett’s sly take on ‘Huck Finn’ upends Mark Twain’s world

by Ron Charles The Washington Post March 17, 2024March 11, 2024

In ‘James,’ the author who inspired ‘American Fiction’ tells a familiar story from a fresh perspective.

Arts & Entertainment, Books

In the bleachers, in a tub or in the woods, here’s where Mainers read

by Ray Routhier March 17, 2024March 17, 2024

The new book ‘Where Maine Reads’ features photos of 50 Mainers in their favorite reading spots, along with essays on what reading means to them.

Arts & Entertainment, Books

Bedside table: Snapshot of a family of keen readers

March 17, 2024March 12, 2024

Book recommendations from readers.

Arts & Entertainment, Books

Bestsellers: ‘North Woods,’ ‘The Creative Act’

March 17, 2024March 11, 2024

FICTION Hardcover 1. “North Woods,” by Daniel Mason (Random House) 2. “The Hunter,” by Tana French (Viking) 3. “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store,” by James McBride (Riverhead) 4. “Cranky,” by Phuc Tran (Harper) 5. “Tom Lake,” by Ann Patchett (Harper) 6. “Don’t Worry Little Crab,” by Chris Haughton (Candlewick) 7. “Demon Copperhead,” by Barbara […]

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