The rule aims to close a loophole that has allowed tens of thousands of guns to be sold every year by unlicensed dealers who do not perform background checks. Gun rights groups are expected to fight it in court.
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Breaking from routine with a mini sabbatical or ‘adult gap year’ can be rejuvenating
Cost is a common obstacle for people considering a break. There are creative ways around that.
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Homebuyers’ quandary: To wait or not to wait for lower mortgage rates?
Holding out for a more attractive rate can make a big difference, especially for first-time homebuyers who often struggle to find an affordable home. But lower rates could drive up prices, too.
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Some Disney fans abused disability access to skip lines. Now rules are changing.
After use tripled, Disney is restricting who can use the disability access service at its Florida and California theme parks.
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Instagram begins blurring nudity in messages to protect teens and fight sexual extortion
Instagram and other social media companies have faced growing criticism for not doing enough to protect young people.
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Lewiston Housing to acquire Maison Marcotte senior living from St. Mary’s Health System
Lewiston Housing officials said the organization plans to rehabilitate the 128-unit property within the next five years.
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Senate investigation shows scam victims hit with tax bills on money stolen from them
The report includes interviews with victims and tax experts who described the cascading misfortune faced by retirees who say they feel a deep sense of betrayal.
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After debate, lawmakers approve bill to license contractors in Maine
L.D. 1929 received initial approval from the House of Representatives and Senate this week, but could face opposition from the Mills administration, which filed testimony against the bill last session.
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Just-In-Time owner plans to reopen in May, tells NBC Nightly News shooting ‘doesn’t define us’
The bowling alley was one of two Lewiston businesses where Robert Card opened fire Oct. 25, killing 18 people and wounding 13 more.
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U.S. carriers seek to extend flight limits at packed airports
The flight limits helped improve on-time arrivals and departures at the participating airports in the fourth quarter, A4A said, as well as the percentage of flights completed.