The pair joined with other senators to introduce a bill that would authorize leases on 24 Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities, including a proposed expanded outpatient clinic in Portland.
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Studies link almost all human DNA to single exodus from Africa
Human DNA accumulates tiny changes over time, and new studies use those changes like a clock to estimate how long ago two populations split off from each other.
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Catholic saint’s heart on display in Lowell, Mass., for 1st time outside Italy
The heart also will be displayed in Boston later this week.
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Prince Edward Island schools declared safe after evacuation
A ‘potential threat’ was faxed to police in the Canadian capital.
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Protester shot as riots in Charlotte follow police killing
Police say a man shot by a police officer Tuesday disregarded repeated demands to drop his gun, but residents say he was holding a book.
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The Maine Ingredient: Celebrate September’s bounty with versatile frittata
Pickled beets make a nice accompaniment.
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Melon glams up deliciously with something sparkling
Spiked melon balls with a little basil make an elegant dessert.
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Make brisket with no worries and all the flavor
It’s simpler than you might think to serve the tender main dish.
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A London vegetarian restaurant produces ‘Mildreds: The Cookbook’
Even nonvegetarians will enjoy the inventive, international recipes.
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The magic of baking leads to spicy cake
In Indian cooking, baked goods like date and cardamom cake are rare treats.