Invest in Tomorrow intends to develop an action plan to help children, which ultimately will help the state’s workforce.
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Female-led films do better at box office, study shows
Researchers found every $1 billion film at the box office passed the Bechdel test.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Lifestyle, Movies
Study finds female-led films outperform male ones
The study analyzed the 350 top-grossing films worldwide released between January 2014 and December 2017.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Nation & World, News
Kathie Lee Gifford will leave NBC’s ‘Today’ show in April
The talk icon says she’s departing ‘with a grateful heart.’
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Rapper Ty Dolla $ign facing drug charges
Police stopped the singer and six others on Sept. 5 in Atlanta after smelling marijuana smoke coming from a van.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Abstract design chosen to replace landmark mural in Portland’s Old Port
The city’s Historic Preservation Board selects a colorful design to replace the trompe l’oeil at Tommy’s Park.
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Theater review: Footlights’ riff on Dickens’ classic is giddy good fun
‘Humbug! A Spirited Christmas Carol’ runs through Dec. 22.
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City frogs’ songs sound sweeter to the ladies, research shows
A study released Monday examined why Panama’s tiny tungara frogs adapt their mating calls in urban areas, an example of how animals change communication strategies when cities encroach on forests.
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture
‘Fearless Girl’ statue has new home on Wall Street
The statue, which has inspired millions, was moved over concerns it was a traffic hazard for the millions who flocked to take selfies with it.
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LA Film Critics name ‘Roma’ best film of the year
Alfonso Cuaron’s drama adds to its award season honors.