The Toronto International Film Festival gives many awards season hopefuls their first encounter with a crucial group: real audiences
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As the Gulf of Maine warms, Mainers are seeing more tropical ocean sunfish
Mola molas, a large slow-moving fish that resembles a shark, are being spotted with increasing frequency in Maine waters.
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Oprah Winfrey launching wellness arena tour next year
Oprah Winfrey is bringing her motivational spirit on the road in early 2020 with an arena tour promoting a healthier lifestyle.
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Rapper DMX helps Maine family with back-to-school purchases
The rapper was in Maine to perform at Rock Row when he ran into a mother and daughter at the Maine Mall.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State
How 7 ‘losers’ forged a bond for ‘It Chapter Two’
For the 7 losers of ‘It Chapter Two,’ it was a bond forged in scotch, long days and a mission to kill that clown.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Filmmaker Nate Parker apologizes for being ‘tone deaf’
The inclusion of his new film at the Venice International Film Festival draws criticism stemming from his response to a rape allegation three years ago.
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Ellie Goulding weds art dealer boyfriend in lavish ceremony
The British singer-songwriter’s pals Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom and Sienna Miller attend.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Before you recycle that jar, reuse it
Rather than waste water to wash used food jars and tubs, first make vinaigrette, dessert sauce, sweetener for tea and more right in the containers.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Volunteers hope to restore the original Peary gardens on Eagle Island
But it’s not as straightforward as weed, till and plant.
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People who post selfies viewed as less likable, less successful, study finds
Washington State researchers asked over 100 students to rate 30 individual profiles on 13 attributes, such as self-absorption and self-esteem.