1. Feminist icon Gloria Steinem has died at 92. For more than five decades, she fought for equal pay, reproductive rights and greater representation for women in politics, while co-founding Ms. Magazine and the National Women’s Political Caucus. President Barack Obama awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013 for helping make women’s equality a mainstream national movement and advancing civil rights. (Reuters)
2. President Trump called Maine “bad” while discussing allegations of fraud in several states this week. Trump said Maine was once viewed as a “wonderful, very innocent place,” but claimed fraud has become a problem. Maine leaders say the administration is exaggerating the issue, while the state is currently investigating five MaineCare providers over alleged fraudulent billing. (WGME)
3. Kennebunk officials are warning beachgoers about sinkholes forming near the seawall at Gooch’s Beach. Erosion has created hollow areas beneath what looks like solid sand, and one person reportedly fell in up to their elbows. Fire and Rescue is urging people to avoid the affected area. (WMTW)
4. Gas prices are surging in Maine heading into Labor Day weekend, with regular averaging $4.18 a gallon — more than a dollar higher than this time last year. Diesel has climbed to $5.85 nationally, its highest price ever. AAA says high crude oil prices are driving the spike at a time when gas prices typically start coming down. (WMTW)
5. For the first time in recorded history, there are now more people worldwide age 65 and older than children under 5. Falling birthrates and longer life expectancies are driving the shift. By 2060, the number of older adults worldwide is projected to reach 2 billion, potentially putting more pressure on health care and pension systems. (Newser)
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