He supported looser social and political controls in the conservative country and fought anti-West policies.
Dari Alpi
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LGBT activists brace for lawmaker efforts to undermine recent progress
Republicans in Congress and the states may support laws on transgender bathroom use and ‘religious exemptions.’
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Car plunges onto Saco River ice in Hiram
It did not break through and no one was seriously injured, Maine State Police say.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Man arrested after circling home in Cushing with ax, police say
No one is hurt in the Sunday morning incident.
Posted inNation & World, News
Video captures images of Florida airport attack
The footage shows the gunman drawing his pistol and opening fire in the baggage claim area.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, News, Politics
Under Trump, Navy plans biggest expansion since Cold War
A proposal calls for 47 new ships, including 16 large surface warships built in Maine and Mississippi.
Posted inFood, Life & Culture, Lifestyle, Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: Owl & Elm in Yarmouth gives pub grub a good name, mostly
It’s a great spot for a burger and a beer.
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Changing habits can be tricky when living in a zero-waste environment
A group of University of Maine at Augusta professors have been experimenting with zero-waste living since September.
Posted inFood, Source
Winter vegetables can be a delight at the dinner table
Many can be used in comforting casseroles during the colder months.
Posted inSea Change, Source
Our health is inextricably linked to the health of the planet
There are no winners or losers. When we abuse the natural world, we all lose.