The French economist Thomas Piketty’s research has helped define a debate about the consequences of concentrating so much wealth and property among so few.
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Central Maine technical schools try to make best of bad situation
Classes at Capital Area Technical Center in Augusta and Mid-Maine Technical Center in Waterville move on via social media, but lack of hands-on learning takes its toll.
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We regret to inform you that your inflatable T. rex costume is not virus-proof
“While CDC appreciates the creativity that some Americans have shown in protecting against COVID-19,” a spokesperson said, “an inflatable dinosaur suit will not provide more protection than a cloth face covering.”
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Three more deaths reported as confirmed cases rise to 990
The Maine CDC’s latest numbers increase the state’s coronavirus death toll to 50.
Posted inAuto Racing, National Sports, Sports
Dale Earnhardt race car up for auction to fund virus relief work
NASCAR team owner Richard Childress is auctioning off one of racing legend Dale Earnhardt’s cars to raise money for coronavirus relief efforts.
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The Latest: Hawaii’s stay-at-home order extended to May 31
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. HONOLULU — Gov. David Ige on Saturday extended Hawaii’s stay-at-home order and the mandatory quarantine for visitors through May […]
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Pandemic complicates counting of refugees in census
Advocates are concerned that the coronavirus threatens refugee participation in the census, which will help determine how the government allocates some $1.5 trillion, not only for refugees but for everyone living in the areas where they settle.
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Many states fall short of mandate to track coronavirus exposure
As more states push to reopen their economies, many are falling short on one of the federal government’s essential criteria for doing so — having an efficient system to track people who have been physically near a person infected with the coronavius.
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More cases of COVID-19 reported at Farmington living center
The director of Maine Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said eight residents and five staff members have tested positive.
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Navy admiral advises reinstatement of fired carrier captain
The top Navy officer has recommended that Capt. Brett Crozier be returned to his ship.