Here’s a look at mpox and how likely it is to spread further.
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National and world news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Ernesto lashes Bermuda as wealthy British territory closes down
Ernesto is forecast to be near or east of Newfoundland by Monday night.
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Kamala Harris to propose ban on ‘price gouging’ for food, groceries
The vice president’s policy approach is expected to largely mirror President Biden’s, with changes in rhetoric and some key aspects.
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These 6 House races – including Maine’s 2nd District – are ones to watch in this year’s election
National Republicans have tried before to unseat Maine’s 3-term Democratic incumbent Jared Golden. This time, they believe they’ve found the right candidate in Republican Austin Theriault, a state lawmaker and former NASCAR driver.
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Secret Service approves new plan for Trump to continue outdoor rallies
The campaign had paused outdoor events after an attacker shot their Republican nominee July 13.
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Ukraine claims the war’s largest surrender by Russian troops
Ukraine now controls 444 square miles of Russian territory.
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Sen. Josh Hawley and challenger Lucas Kunce argue in tense Missouri State Fair encounter
s Hawley and Kunce argued, curious onlookers took in the scene while munching down their meals of ham, eggs and coffee.
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Rep. Jared Golden says he won’t endorse Harris for president
Golden has been hounded with questions from the media and criticism from Republicans about his reluctance to take a stand in the presidential election.
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In Mississippi, discovery of elephant fossil from the ice age provides window into the past
The fossil was intact, making it an ‘extremely rare find for Mississippi,’ the state’s Department of Environmental Quality announced on its website.
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U.S. drug price measure to cut costs by $7.5 billion in 2026
Senior citizens will fork out $1.5 billion less in out-of-pocket costs for ten medications.