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'Maine Khoja', Sri Lankan Legend Lasith Malinga Releases His First Hindi Album, Cricketer-Turned-Singer Tracks Available On Popular Music Streaming Platform
Latestly
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July 3, 2025
One of the greatest bowlers in cricket history, Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga, has turned a new leaf in his post-retirement career and has become a singer. Malinga, known for his pinpoint accurate bowling, has released his first-ever Hindi album...
Maine AG's office says Rep. Libby's lawsuit is 'moot' after recent House vote
Maine Public Broadcasting Network
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July 2, 2025
Maine's attorney general's office says a federal lawsuit against House Speaker Ryan Fecteau is "moot" now that lawmakers have lifted restrictions on a Republican at the center of Maine's debate over transgender athletes. In a letter filed last...
Things to do: Taco Fest, free concerts, art workshops and more
WDET - Michigan
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July 3, 2025
Soak up the sun this holiday weekend with outdoor festivals, food truck rallies and concerts. Or, beat the heat at an art gallery or crafting workshop. Either way, we’ve got you covered with these metro Detroit arts and culture events. Read on to...
Tourists set their sights on Maine’s coast for the Fourth of July weekend
WABI - Maine
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July 3, 2025
PROSPECT, Maine (WABI) - Plenty of people from far and wide set Maine as their destination for the Fourth of July weekend. “We wanted to get an opportunity to see all of the coastal towns and the lighthouses and the history that Maine has;...
Independence Day celebrations around Maine
WABI - Maine
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July 3, 2025
Maine (WABI) - Augusta: 10:00 a.m. - Parade begins at State Capitol and ends at Mill Park 9:15 p.m. - Fireworks begin at Mill Park *Mill Park will host family friendly events and music all day. Bangor: 9:45 a.m. - Walter Hunt 3k Road Race. 10:00...
US Supreme Court to take up issue of state bans on transgender women in sports
Pink News
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July 3, 2025
The Supreme Court with a person holding a trans flag outside it. (Getty/Canva) The Supreme Court has announced that it will take up multiple cases concerning state bans on transgender women in sports, which in turn could potentially lead to a...
Where to see Fourth of July parades and fireworks in Maine this year
Bangor Daily News - Maine
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July 3, 2025
Friday marks the 249th anniversary of the first Independence Day. The occasion will be marked with some of the summer’s best and brightest fireworks shows. Here’s where you can plan to go to watch the celebrations in Maine. Augusta The parade...
Best art installations in the US: Which are in North Carolina, WNC?
Asheville Citizen Times - North Carolina
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Rivers Wall Art ranked Black Mountain College Museum Site No. 13 in its top 125 best art installations in the U.S. Cloud Chamber for the Trees and Sky in Raleigh, NC, ranked No. 8 nationwide. A list of the country's best art installations in 2025...
Friends of Community Fitness raises $84,355 to launch endowment fund
Piscataquis Observer - Maine
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1c1bb78d33f27c6ece2d96ceff9b2239 Friends of Community Fitness in Guilford Friends of Community Fitness in Guilford GUILFORD — Friends of Community Fitness is proud to announce the successful completion of a member-driven fundraising campaign that...
Maine police department apologizes for AI-doctored evidence photo
Boston.com - Massachusetts
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July 2, 2025
Local News Police in Westbrook, Maine, issued an apology after sharing an AI-enhanced evidence photo on Facebook. The original photo is on the left; the image on the right was altered by AI. Westbrook Police Department A Maine police department...
15 Best Movie Musicals Of All Time, Ranked
/FILM - Indiana
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July 3, 2025
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In the preface to her seminal book "The Hollywood Musical," Jane Feuer argues that musicals deserve as much serious consideration by film theorists as any other genre. After all, she says,...
Whitefield Native Wins Third Place on ‘Greenlight Maine: College Edition’
The Lincoln County News - Maine
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July 3, 2025
Zephyr Lani-Caputo with his third place winnings of $5,000. (Photo courtesy Thomas College) Thomas College student and Whitefield native Zephyr Lani-Caputo won third place in season 10 of “Greenlight Maine: College Edition” a business competition...
Supreme Court to decide legality of transgender sports bans
Roll Call
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July 3, 2025
The Supreme Court announced Thursday it will decide the legality of bans on transgender athletes’ participation in women’s sports, taking on a contentious cultural issue and potentially opening the door to Republican efforts to implement such bans...
Portland, Maine Ranked Among Top 15 U.S. Cities for Staycations
102.9 WBLM - Maine
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July 3, 2025
It’s safe to say Portland has become quite the tourist hub these days. According to the Maine Office of Tourism, the Forest City welcomed over 2.8 million visitors last year. That’s quite a number. It’s like the entire population of Mississippi...
Rochester City Council to Vote on Outdoor Sports Complex Design
Minnesota Now
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July 3, 2025
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester City Council is scheduled to decide on a design for a future sports and recreation complex. Elected leaders are only deciding on the design of the outdoor portion of the complex, which will be funded by...
“Maine Bhi Suna Hai…”: Suniel Shetty Finally Reacts To Paresh Rawal’s Return To 'Hera...
iDiva
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July 2, 2025
After months of confusion and speculation, veteran actor Paresh Rawal has finally confirmed his return as the iconic Baburao Ganpatrao Apte in Hera Pheri 3, leaving fans thrilled. His announcement comes after earlier reports of his exit mid-shoot...
Maine police apologizes for sharing AI-altered photo of seized drugs
WCVB Channel 5 Boston - Massachusetts
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July 2, 2025
HAPPENED -- AND TELLS US HOW TO SPOT ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE -- IN THIS "GET THE FACTS." "WESTBROOK POLICE DEPARTMENT POSTED A PHOTO OF EVIDENCE SEIZED IN A DRUG BUST - THEY EDITED IT TO ADD THEIR BADGE - INVERTEDLY CHANGING SOME ELEMENTS OF THE...
Portland, Maine, Realtor Becomes 'Jeopardy!' Champion
92 Moose - Maine
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July 3, 2025
One of the most popular game shows in America, 'Jeopardy!', has become a generational part of many families lives. Couples and families watch the show together and many dream of one day gracing the Alex Trebek stage in an attempt to become a...
Entertainment News | Alison Brie to Star in Witness Protection Pilot
Latestly
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July 2, 2025
Los Angeles, Jul 2 (PTI) Hollywood actor Alison Brie, best known for her role in Netflix series "GLOW", will feature in a witness protection pilot at FX. According to the entertainment news outlet Variety, the upcoming project hails from Hannah...
Plymouth Art in the Park returns with 400 artists, food and fun
Hometown Life - Michigan
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Plymouth's Art in the Park celebrates its 45th anniversary with over 400 artists from across North America. Founded by Dianne Quinn, the festival now draws nearly 300,000 visitors and features diverse art forms and price points. Live...