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North Korean arms for Russia probably wouldn’t make a big difference in the Ukraine war, Milley says

by LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press September 16, 2023September 16, 2023

Foreign governments and experts have speculated that Kim will likely supply ammunition to Russia in exchange for receiving advanced weapons or technology from Russia.

Nation & World, News, Uncategorized

Chile president defends democracy 50 years after coup ushered in brutal military dictatorship

by EVA VERGARA and DANIEL POLITI Associated Press September 11, 2023September 11, 2023

The president of Chile issued a fervent defense of democracy on Monday.

Maine, Uncategorized

Those who make – or just love – cheese gather in record numbers at annual Pittsfield festival

by Zara Norman September 10, 2023September 10, 2023

The Maine Cheese Festival was held Sunday at Manson Park, with more than 60 artisan cheesemakers and related vendors from throughout the state selling goods to an appreciative crowd.

Nation & World, News, Uncategorized

Vatican ordered investigation into Catholic clerics linked to abuse, Swiss Bishops’ Conference says

by JAMEY KEATEN and KIRSTEN GRIESHABER Associated Press September 10, 2023

The group said in a statement that there were allegations against several active and retired bishops as well as other clergy for their handling of abuse cases.

Nation & World, News, Uncategorized

Islamist factions in a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon say they will honor a cease-fire

by FADI TAWIL and KAREEM CHEHAYEB Associated Press September 10, 2023September 10, 2023

Fighting between Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas’s Fatah movement and Islamist groups has rocked southern Lebanon’s Ein el-Hilweh refugee camp since Friday.

Nation & World, News, Uncategorized

Israeli delegation attends UN heritage conference in Saudi Arabia in first public visit by officials

by JOSEF FEDERMAN Associated Press September 10, 2023September 10, 2023

The delegation is led by the head of Israel’s Antiquities Authority and includes diplomats, the official said.

Arts & Entertainment, Nation & World, News, Uncategorized

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis apologize for ‘pain’ their letters on behalf of Danny Masterson caused

by Associated Press September 10, 2023September 10, 2023

In a video posted on Instagram, Kutcher and Kunis said they were sorry for the pain they may have caused with the letters, which were made public Friday.